Roberts Orca
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Thank you Michael. I'm learning to slow down. It's actually really enjoyable when I take the pressure off of myself. Thanks for being so supportive. 😃
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Well now I've done it. I glued up all the bulkheads to the keel. Glued square pieces along the lower area. Took me awhile to get to this point. I have a new appreciation for wooden ship models. In all I'm pretty happy with the way it all lined up. I'll wait for the glue to cure before I proceed. Here's some photos.
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I think it looks amazing. Great work.
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I have to keep reminding myself I'm new to ship models. I was kinda harsh towards Corel in my last post. They have made an excellent kit. I need to just slow way down and continue to learn and grow in this new journey. I fixed all the bulkheads. And it looks like I'm getting close to my first use of glue. I cut 1/2" plywood spacers to be glued in between each bulkhead. Many of the bulkheads were slightly warped and the plywood spacers seemed to straighten it up. Then I'll be gluing some 5/16" square alder sticks alongside each bulkhead where it attaches to the keel.
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So after having my build all set together, still no gluing, I spent some time just inspecting the alignment of all the bulkheads. And found many inconsistencies. Having spent many years building and flying model aircraft. I've learned the importance of well cut parts. This kit by Corel in my opinion, had missed the mark where computer cut parts should come reasonably close to the plans. In this case, there are places where the margin of error is as much as a full quarter inch. So now I need to go back over every piece and change many things, in one location I even need to add some wood. It's difficult enough taking on something new, but spending a lot of money for a quality kit shouldn't come with this many errors in design. Ok, rant over. I've gone through the first 5 bulkheads and retrimmed and filed as close to the plans I could. Still as you will notice in the following photos. The first photo shows good alignment on the left side. Then you look at the right side. There is a huge indent where wood will have to be added. I'll keep plugging away at it. Happy New Year to all.
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You sir, do AMAZING work. I am in awe of the craftsmanship. I hope you don't mind me (a beginner) following you. I'm hoping that having the same first name somehow will be of great benefit to me 😂. Seriously, congratulations on your superb build. Just WOW!!
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I'm not understanding your reference to bulkheads #9 and #10. Great point on decking the mid deck before the poop deck. Thanks. I'm still trying to figure out whether or not I want to glue anything yet. Lol. I keep finding things I need to work out first. So much planning goes into one of these. Love your deck planking. Happy New Year 😃
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I'm so glad I was told to hold off on gluing anything yet. The learning curve on this is huge. I've built many radio controlled airplanes, scale ones too, but they are built right on the plans. This makes it easier to build straight and true. But here in the ship model business, one has to do a lot of measuring, and back and forth from plans to structure to fit everything together. I tried to fit the lower deck in place, and to my amazement nothing fit. So after much careful filing in the right places I was able to fit it in. There are some full length beams that need to go in before this deck does, but it was nice seeing it in place. Also, after inspecting it, I noticed gaps between the deck skin and about 5 bulkheads. I'm assuming that the deck boards will completely cover this gap. I don't like to assume but I don't see any other option here. Also, the stairways that go down through those square openings. I don't see anything under them to attach to. I'll have to research this some more.
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I am so impressed with your craftsmanship. Very well done. So glad I am able to learn from you.
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I was amazed at how much the bow was out of alignment. I built some larger L braces and pulled it where it needs to be. I'll probably do something similar at the stern. I've barely begun construction and already I can say that this is a very intriguing process. The difference between saying it's ok or good enough, and spending the time to do it right or excellent. I'm greatly encouraged by the help. The instructions from Corel are quite vague. So I'm leaning heavily on researching other materials. If anyone knows of a really good book on the subject, I'm all ears. I've seen so many on Amazon but not sure what I should be looking at. Thanks.
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After getting some great advice on lining up the keel, I couldn't wait to build my keel support. I used 3/4" melamine board, known for staying very flat. Then I drew a straight line down the middle and made 90 degree braces from 1/2" plywood. I positioned 5 sets along the center line, sandwiching the keel between them. Seems to hold the set together assembly nicely. There's a little bit of a twist in the bow piece. Hoping I'll be able to straighten it out later. Now I need to get back to work on my cabinet job. Thanks to Michael 101 for his tip on the keel holder.
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This is exactly why I am so glad I joined this site. Because of people like you Michael that don't run away from newbies like me, but are so willing to help out. Thank you so much. It makes the whole building process so much more enjoyable. Yes. I will be making a keel support as suggested. And I'll be looking into your post about how you glued the initial parts. Thanks again, best regards.😃
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Your work is beautiful.
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Wow! I am impressed with your work. I'm so far behind where you are. I hope I can make mine look so nice. I love the all wood look. I'm thinking of painting my first one. Keep it up. I look forward to watching your progress.
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Thanks Eugenio. I will definitely look into your build.
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I'm officially starting my first build. My wife was so kind in giving me this kit for Christmas, I really love the lines of this ship. I just hope I can deliver. The parts are just dry fitted together. It took a lot of filing to get them together. Not going to use any glue just yet. I need to check the decks for alignment first. Please feel free to give advice. I'm open to all help. Thanks. 🙂
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My name is Robert. Been a cabinet maker for the better part of 35 years. Built and flown RC aircraft most of my life. Started oil painting about 9 years ago. Built a 17 ft. Sea kayak from cedar strips. I love the challenge and details that a wooden ship model presents. I'll be attempting the Corel 1:98 HMS VICTORY for my first build. I've been so impressed by the caliber of skill and helpfulness from this site. I am open to any and all suggestions. Thank you for sharing your work and allowing me the privilege of being a part of your world.
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Hi Vane. I've really enjoyed seeing your build. I'm brand new to model ship building. And yes, my very first build will be Corels 1:98 HMS Victory. I'm excited to get started. I'm a cabinet maker by trade. I've built many RC flying models and many plastic models. I'm a stickler for fine detail. I'll be watching your build, and hopefully when I get started on mine, someone will lend a hand.
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