FlyingFish

Great job Keith - very classy looking launch. I think the rib looks fine, authentic to the original, so that's OK with me. However I know which one I'd take to the seafood restaurant in the marina...

How did I miss these final pictures - and the fly rod; just perfect! This would grace any display cabinet. Well done Gary!

On 6/8/2022 at 8:04 PM, KeithAug said:

Not a Seagull "like what I grew up with". 

Ha! A man after my own heart. I built a seagull for a Corrib Lough boat project afew years back. 2HP of reliable power. And you can start one with your belt.

Just getting caught up - that wheel is so clever! Brilliant idea!

3 hours ago, FriedClams said:

there are no 'Great Whites' there you know.

Ha! I'd settle for a nice fat trout!

Good to see the work resuming... delightful engine details.

That's a very accomplished build Gary, love the clean lines, details and weathering. Would love to be the paying guest (with a fishing rod) in this fine boat!

On 3/22/2022 at 5:44 PM, FriedClams said:

There are 22 strakes and 61 ribs, so that would require 1,342 rivets.  Add to that the plank-to-plank rivets at the laps between the ribs and that brings the number to 2,700

Should only take a week or so.... 🤣

Love the tractor!!

Oh I like this approach very much. Are you going to pin the planking to the ribs eventually?

7 hours ago, Wintergreen said:

But the sun is shining!

Indeed it is! Sounds like very positive news Hakan, pleased to hear it.

A fishing boat - excellent! Count me in!

Wonferful work Valeriy - keep safe and best wishes to you!

Pearl clutchingly good work, Keith. In fact, t'riffic.

13 hours ago, Wintergreen said:

It is funny how you sometimes have to post pictures to see the imperfections

Couldn't agree more! One of the great values of this forum is the introspection the photos and analysis gives us - and the comments they elicit. Well done for cracking the problem!

Wire guards for thimbles - great idea! It's coming along very nicely.

How did I miss this astonishing build! Wonderful detail Patrick!

2 hours ago, Wintergreen said:

Since the apple does not have straight grain the keel was a bit wavy.

But it does have a wonderful colour!

14 hours ago, KeithAug said:

I think I am going to need to start a negotiation with my better half on Germania's final display location

'..You're gonna need a bigger house!'

This is wonderful work Valeriy, the fairlead is superb!

Masterful!

Thanks to all for comments. 

On 1/1/2022 at 8:33 PM, mtaylor said:

I hope you'll put your finished build pics in the Gallery

Done!

22 hours ago, KeithAug said:

What next

A pause to replenish the trout fly boxes; make a garden bird table in the shape of the Parthenon (yes really); and sundry household jobs. Then I have a shortlist of projects to select a candidate for the next build.... à bientôt!

Well, I think this project is complete, although I will build a permanent display stand and clear case to display Orca eventually. 

I think this could be the first ‘public’ Orca model to be built true to the traditional method for Novi lobster boat construction using frames; ribbands; ribs and planks, with a keel close to the original, and modelling the engine, and other below decks parts; pilot house as well as the lower trunk deck details, and all the film props. If I was to do this again there are still a few mistakes I would correct, as some dimensions and proportions had to be ‘guestimated’.

It’s been an interesting project, and I have learnt a lot, with help from many members, of course. Including the research and plan drawing there are hundreds of hours in the build. If there had to be a pandemic lockdown, it was not a bad way to pass the time.

Thanks for the 14K+ views and many thumbs up and comments, and the helpful information and advice - it is appreciated and has significantly improved the final model.

So, here’s some final pictures of the complete boat including one showing the decks removed to reveal the interior. 

I have an idea for a fun follow-up build, which may appear in 2022. Watch this space.

Until then, I’ve taken the actors back to their barge, filming is wrapped, and I’d better take this old girl back to Amity before she sinks.

Farewell and adieu!

10 hours ago, jlt13th said:

I wasnt a fan of the hull shape

Thanks for kind comments. Yes it's some way from your black and white photo of the hull in the sling you posted.... I sort of figured the rest out from Eric's comments on his site! Between you both you did a great job!

Nicely done!

What model?😉