JDDouglass
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HMS Bounty by Gct86 - Amati
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Oh, By the way just remember that the ladders that come from the main decks I made the treads smaller 7mm or 8mm. This was because or the openings on the gun deck which made it easier to fit them between the openings and cannons. Again using my fingers a sanding I reduce the width of those as well.
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Hi Jack I think I made them 9mm long as the instructions said. Once I’d made the ladders though I used a sanding block to reduce the width of the sides and treads to make the whole ladder narrower. Being careful not to damage them in the process. I hope these photos will help.
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Hi MSW, I’ve not been on here for a while. I was involved in a car accident in September where I sustained neck and shoulder injuries. I’m hoping to pick this model up again very soon to finish it. I’m not fully recovered as yet, it’s been a long road. I’m at the stage where able enough to do work on the model although it still extremely painful to work high in the rigging. I’ve missed doing this model so much that I purchased Victory Models HMS Fly. This is so I can start low down so to speak where I don’t need to reach high. So look for a new build log In the near future. Anyway I’ll sign out now and I’ll wish those who are starting the Constellation the best of luck with your builds. I’m hope my log will be useful to you to help you make great models. Until next time JD
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Hi yes they are Caldercraft 10mm 2 ball stanchions. I perched these on EBay at £7.99 for 10 if I remember.
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Hi MSW, a few up to date photos of the Constellation I took last night. Solved my rigging problem by using a couple of photos of the Constitution’s shrouds. Was going to upload some photos on how I made them but changed my phone. Not worked out how to transfer photos from my google album. Ratlines are next so will be doing those for at least the next week. Still not made any yard or booms for the masts either, still plenty to do but getting an idea of what the ship will look like finished now. Until next time. 😁
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USS Constitution, need a clear picture of futtock shrouds
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Hi MSW or should say mtaylor as you seem to be the only one watching. Update on the constellation, I'm finally into the rigging and she is coming along nicely. I changed a few more things along the way like the ships wheel. Looks a lot better with some constructo 23mm wheels i got off ebay. I have a problem to solve next before doing the upper mast shrouds as I want to add hooks to the futtock shrouds and also brace them down to the deck level as it is on the real ship. Trouble is I can't find photos of how or where they attached the ropes to the deck. Also limited photos of the shrouds them selves. I little bit of guess work ingenuity needed i think, I already have a few ideas running around my head. Anyway enjoy the latest photos taken today and until next time..
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What's wrong with Artesania Latina Constellation?
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Afternoon MSW, Update on the Constellation. Finally got the chainwhales finished, I've added photos on how I made them. Again I didn't like what kit provided, Looks much better with proper chains rather then the brass flat and rings. Just a few finishing touches left and its all rigging. I'm not putting sails on I'm just going with standard rigging with a few improvements over the kit. Enjoy these latest photos, they are all the right way up lol. Until next time....
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I chose the same manufacturer Amati, Looked at some of the other kits but I really liked this one. Bounty is a must for everyone's collection in my opinion, it's one of those iconic ships that most people know. I've always like to do my homework as you might say and do a lot of research before starting. I've seen the YouTube videos already myself, yes I find them useful to a certain extent. As you say through you can get a lot more information here on MSW. I enjoy reading the history of the ships I build as well as picking up tips on the the build itself. I'm still very much a novice this kit will be my 5th period ship so any help is always appreciated. I'm impressed that this only your first build, you have made a good job so far. Enjoy your build Dave 🙂 Regards JD
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Greetings Dave, Impressive model beautifully made the box art really stands out. I got this model in the post today, opened the box pretty much the second it arrived. Looks a lovely model even though it has a few issues. Very much looking forward to starting but currently I'm building the US Constellation which I'll probably finish first. I'm just about to start rigging her so hopefully in a month or two I'll be able to start. I wish you luck with the rest of your rigging and finishing touches I'll be following.
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Constellation by Smittybear - Artesania Latina - 1:85
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Here are some more detailed photos of the ship but In no particular order.
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Hi everyone, it's been a while since I updated the build here are some of the latest photos. I'm almost up to the rigging stage just a few things to finish off. You will notice I scratch built the bow frame I didn't like the one provided In the kit. Also changed the chain plate, repIaced it with brass wire. Still need to finish For and mizzen mast channels. I still don't get the time I would like on the model that's probably why I've not updated for a while. Well enjoying these photos until next time.
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Not posted for a while been really busy lately. The model is looking great she has had a coat of varnish and I've fitted it's first guns. I'll let the photos do the talking as it's nearly 3 am when writing this message and I need some sleep. Up early for work in the morning so enjoy the photos.
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Hi Guys, not been able to work on the ship as much as I would of liked this week but managed to do a bit. Originally i was going to paint this model the black and white to be different but has time as gone on i’ve got to like the colours of the wood. It made me think about the stem decoration and how to fit so it was back to haze gray photos for a little help. Also armed with the information about the ships history i thought i would have a read of what i could find on the internet. Found it interesting but It’s made me think i’m making a fake though. Anyway I decided to add wood to either side of the decoration which actually i’m pleased with. Drilling the holes for the anchor chains were a nightmare the ended up being slots but you will never know looking at them as it’s covered by wood. Also drilled the holes for the masts and bowsprit, so glad thats done. Lastly i fitted the rudder and a strip of wood along each side. Next i’ll be working on getting the rest of the planking on the side done i’m also thinking about increasing the hight by a millimetre or 2 to help centralise the upper deck guns. Until next time...
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Thanks for the photos Jonathan, i’ve seen these photos but at the time i passed them over as being the wrong ship. I’ve been looking at the Haze Gray & underway photos. I see what you mean there is a lot of different between the ships. Guess i’m building the sloop of war then as unfortunately to late to change things now. Thanks guys for the information i enjoy the history of these old ships as well as building them.
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