Highlander

Looking forward to buying the Sherbourne & getting started. Thankfully there appears to be a significant amount of 'builds' available to help me. Without members builds for the Bounty Launch - I would have been in deep deep trouble. Not at all impressed by OcCre's instructions. I presume the HM Wickham you refer to is this one, 1806? The Project Gutenberg eBook of King's Cutters and Smugglers 1700-1855, by E. Keble Chatterton Put a search 'Wickham' to get to the page quickly. Seems based in Campletown / Isle of Arran. This is South Scotland. I live North Scotland (Highlands). I'll see what I can find out... but don't hold out much hope... Keep up the good work and take care.

Hi, many thanks for all the replies which is much appreciated. Apologies for not responding sooner – dentist – enough said! I will have a go at the Vanguard Model. The Sherbourne. The ship interests me on, a number of levels not least, continuing to build up my skill level. I like what Vanguard say, ‘Every kit is crafted to simplify the process, guiding you step-by-step ..’ In addition, there are several ‘members build’s’ that I can refer to. This was a godsend when building the Bounty Launch. Once again, many thanks for all your assistance and I look forward to continuing support.

Finished my first build - OcCre Bounty Launch – photo to follow, after I build a display stand – anyone know of any basic plans? The question I have for members is; What next? Would really appreciate what people consider appropriate as a 2nd build? Thank you.

Thank you very much for your answers – much appreciated! Take care.

Hi, well, I have the planking on – now the sanding. I was thinking about using an electric sander.: Bosch ‘mouse’ or my 6” oscillating sander? Or should I purchase a craft specific sander? There will be a fair amount of filler… so I’m thinking of using an electric sander first then finish off the sanding by hand. I think I’ve made all the mistakes a newbie can make and then some! I’m learning…🙂 Take care.

Lego – ingenious idea. Would never have thought of that. I do have Lego blocks for when our grandchildren come to stay. They won’t miss a few… Perhaps I should buy some original Titebond. Don’t like the idea of increased difficulty in removing misaligned parts should it not be square. And that is where I’m not too confident – getting the parts, ‘square’. Will certainly try the Lego idea with a dry fit. Take car.

Just starting my first build which is the OcCre Bounty Launch. The instructions state: ‘It is important to make sure that the frames are set perpendicular to false keel’. What would be the best method of achieving this? I have the following glues: Speed Bond, Titebond 3, Decorator. Which one would you recommend using? Thank you & take care.

That’s brilliant! Many thanks for confirming that I’ve correctly identified the parts. Something correct – that’s a first for me! ‘Maybe the rubbing strakes are meant to be cut from a plank from pile a?’ Never thought of that. Pile ‘a’ is 2 x 5 x 400 whereas the Rubbing Stakes are 2 x 3 x 400mm. And, I’m one short (pile ‘a’) – shouldn’t make a difference? The length of planks in pile, ‘c’ are 400mm. All the piles are of a length of 400mm. According to the parts list I need eleven 2 x 3 x 200mm. You are right, by cutting I get 16. ‘In regard to timber 'c', have a close look at the instructions and see if your ship dimensions require eleven lengths or eight’. Looking at the dimensions, I think I will need 7 full lengths then two shorter ones either side making 11 at the bottom of the hull. But, I maybe wrong… However, I still think I’m missing the following: Part No. 45, Rubbing Stakes x 3. These are the same size as the planks in pile, ‘c’ which are African Walnut – I need three lengths of 400mm in Lime Wood So, I have contacted OcCre. A, 'wee dram' usually helps my confusion... Really encouraging and appreciate all the help! Take care.

Hi, Many thanks for all the advice on, ‘staining’ – much appreciated! I have two types of glue: ‘Titebond 3 ‘& ‘Speed Bond’. I really need someone to confirm or otherwise if I have correctly identified the parts from the part list? Take care.

Hi. Ref: OcCre Bounty Launch 1:24 52003 Well… it didn’t take long for me to get stuck – at first hurdle! Having difficulty identifying the wood parts to the part list. Need some assistance. I am presuming (dangerous to presume) that I have correctly identified the following parts from the part list??? a = Part list No. 41 Lining Strakes x 35 (34 in kit) 2 x 5 x 400 Lime wood b = Part list Nos. 68 (Bowsprit), 69 (Foremast), 70 (Fore Yard), 71 (Main Yard). Need to cut? c = Part list No. 13 Planking x11 (8 in kit) 2 x 3 x 200 African Walnut d = Part list No. 54 Oar Webs x 8 (5 in kit) 3 x 150 Plywood e = Part list No. 42 Bulwarks (2 in kit) 2 x 8 x 400 Lime Wood f = Part list No. 43 Hull Lining x35 (38 in kit) 0.6 x 5 x 400 Sapele Wood g = Part list No. 44 Bulwarks Lining x 7 0.6 x 5 x 400 Lime wood Part list No.45 Rubbing strakes x3 2 x 3 x 400 Lime Wood? The only 2 x 3 in the kit is, ‘c’ in attached photo. Part List No.13, in which I only have 8, not 11. If I need 11 x 200 lengths for the planking and 3 x 400 for the rubbing stakes, then the 8 I have is not enough? Hope all that makes some kind of sense. I’m a wee bit befuddled! As a first step I intend to stain all the wood before starting the gluing - good idea or not? Hoping some kind person can help me out? Highlander

Yes, I have a workbench. The dining room table. Sitting on the table is a, ‘work station’ that I made when making the plastic models.

Thanks everyone – feeling good to be on board! I’ve been called many things over the years but never an, ‘immortal’… ☺️ Take care. Highlander

Good day everyone. Retired after many years teaching mathematics and building several planes and three boats – all plastic. Now, I would like to, ‘have a go’ at building the OcCre version of the Bounty launch. From reading quite a lot on this forum, I understand that this kit would suit a beginner like me. Like a teacher, I will be asking questions… Following advice from this forum I have purchased the book, ‘Ship Modeling Simplified’, Frank Mastini. Bought a few bits and pieces which I think I’ll need and believe that I’m in the right place to learn. The build logs are incredibly impressive! A big thank you to all the advice given which I have taken on board – forgive the pun. Stay safe and take care. Highlander