Thunder
-
Posts
537 -
Joined
-
Last visited
Reputation Activity
-
.thumb.jpeg.d239701c2f7247a100a3f432822c4eda.jpeg)
Thunder got a reaction from rkwz in Golden Hind 1575 by bosco72 - Airfix Classic - 1:72 - first ever model build
I think it is asking a lot of you to use a book like Anderson's especially as of a later date and allowing for locating the information you need and noticing not to use dater that is specific to ships of the line or with a sprit sail top mast. That is why i chose the mayflower book as it is the same period and same mast / sail configuration. Another book useful to you is the 'Susan Constant 1605'
-
Thunder got a reaction from J11 in Golden Hind 1575 by bosco72 - Airfix Classic - 1:72 - first ever model build
You may find that these are discussed in the mayflower book. If so take the size he suggests multiply by the mayflower kits scale and divide by the Golden Hinds scale. This will give you your size.
Regarding rigging, it is a lot easier if you know what each item's purpose is as then you can see if it would work.
You wont go wrong using that book, I learnt my rigging from these books and now only use the expensive books such as James Lees, for more detail due to changes made for specific dates. Read the whole book but going straight to chapter 8 he tells you when to make the modifications and to apply those awkward to reach blocks. Shame you didn't do the mayflower first as the only thing you will find is the the reference to part numbers is incorrect. However, i used this book for my Golden hind without issue.
-
Thunder got a reaction from rkwz in Golden Hind 1575 by bosco72 - Airfix Classic - 1:72 - first ever model build
You may find that these are discussed in the mayflower book. If so take the size he suggests multiply by the mayflower kits scale and divide by the Golden Hinds scale. This will give you your size.
Regarding rigging, it is a lot easier if you know what each item's purpose is as then you can see if it would work.
You wont go wrong using that book, I learnt my rigging from these books and now only use the expensive books such as James Lees, for more detail due to changes made for specific dates. Read the whole book but going straight to chapter 8 he tells you when to make the modifications and to apply those awkward to reach blocks. Shame you didn't do the mayflower first as the only thing you will find is the the reference to part numbers is incorrect. However, i used this book for my Golden hind without issue.
-
Thunder got a reaction from bosco72 in Golden Hind 1575 by bosco72 - Airfix Classic - 1:72 - first ever model build
You may find that these are discussed in the mayflower book. If so take the size he suggests multiply by the mayflower kits scale and divide by the Golden Hinds scale. This will give you your size.
Regarding rigging, it is a lot easier if you know what each item's purpose is as then you can see if it would work.
You wont go wrong using that book, I learnt my rigging from these books and now only use the expensive books such as James Lees, for more detail due to changes made for specific dates. Read the whole book but going straight to chapter 8 he tells you when to make the modifications and to apply those awkward to reach blocks. Shame you didn't do the mayflower first as the only thing you will find is the the reference to part numbers is incorrect. However, i used this book for my Golden hind without issue.
-
Thunder got a reaction from Sperry in Looking for references: 16th, 17th and 18th century docks, dockyards, ports...
Or if in the UK go and take a look at the place below:
https://www.bucklershard.co.uk/
Well worth a visit
-
Thunder got a reaction from Bill Morrison in HMS Diana by dunnock - FINISHED - Caldercraft - 1:64
Hi,
Investigating that Mizzen mast position have come across the details below
Sorry for poor drawing but hopefully can show the two locations for the Mizzen mast. One drawn in red which looks to compare with measurements of the kit. Second in green that seems to be as AOS book. Therefore difficult to say when these were moved. There is two lines plans in the NMM. looks like as originally built with open bulwarks the mast was as kit, with built up barricades as AOS. This would imply kit incorrect but still conjecture unless someone has the dates.
I have not purchased the drawings so cannot read the text, can someone help with this?
-
Thunder got a reaction from robdurant in HMS Diana by dunnock - FINISHED - Caldercraft - 1:64
Hi,
Investigating that Mizzen mast position have come across the details below
Sorry for poor drawing but hopefully can show the two locations for the Mizzen mast. One drawn in red which looks to compare with measurements of the kit. Second in green that seems to be as AOS book. Therefore difficult to say when these were moved. There is two lines plans in the NMM. looks like as originally built with open bulwarks the mast was as kit, with built up barricades as AOS. This would imply kit incorrect but still conjecture unless someone has the dates.
I have not purchased the drawings so cannot read the text, can someone help with this?
-
Thunder got a reaction from bruce d in HMS Diana by dunnock - FINISHED - Caldercraft - 1:64
Hi Dunnock, I will be watching with interest as just started her myself. Interestingly I had no issues with, and no cleaning up to do of the bulkhead slots, as all fitted together perfectly. My kit has been stored under the spare bed for 10 years which may be why, or has their quality dropped? I am having the same decisions as you regarding bow and stern post and am undecided what wood to use as second planking. I have purchased some box to make my own planks and some pear in case I do not make a good job of the box planks with my small Proxxon circular saw. The only other addition made to the keel is an extra false keel that makes it the correct depth and additionally hides the plywood. I have done this as not decided whether to apply the copper plates yet.
Wish you all the best with your build, It does look like you won't need it, doing a great job so far.
-
Thunder got a reaction from mtaylor in Buxbaum - Castello (Brazilian origin) - http://www.massiv-holz-werkstatt.de/
Hi Mark,
That link will be a great help, thank you. I think i will buy some cheap wood to practice on first.
Blades and set up are limited with my proxxon so may need to invest in a saw.
Adrian
-
Thunder got a reaction from Larry Cowden in Mayflower by acaron41120 - Billing Boats - 1:60
I think they have made part one a bulkhead as it actually forms the beak head bulkhead at the front of the forecastle.
Do you have to cut the bulkheads out? I have this kit on the shelf and they all just press out. Also instructions seem concise, have you got them?
If having to cut them out it may be worth investing in a scroll saw such as the Proxxon one, will be easier than a jigsaw.
You have asked a question else where about filing down the deck beams to make the deck flush. I would not advise unless sure kit is incorrect. Most ships decks are higher at fore and stern and have a camber so higher along the centreline. Helps with water run off from the centre of the ship.
-
Thunder got a reaction from mtaylor in Buxbaum - Castello (Brazilian origin) - http://www.massiv-holz-werkstatt.de/
I have it all over my front garden but after 20 years it is still not substantial enough to get any planks from it. Don't think it will be usable in my life time.
I have purchased two sheets of 3mm and 5mm thick . Was wondering what was the best tool to use to one planks off at about 1mm thick. Have run a couple off on my small proxxon circular saw but too many teeth marks where i hesitate. Was thinking of setting into a longer bed to make it better for supporting what is a metre length plank.
-
Thunder got a reaction from B-Ram in Why do some manufacturers make single plank kits?
Don't believe from the above comments that if a kit is double planked it will be good quality. Many are not. Some stretch the limits on gaps between the bulkheads to a level that make it very difficult to plank well without huge hollows in between. If possible i would check this prior to making a purchase.
-
Thunder got a reaction from Ryland Craze in Why do some manufacturers make single plank kits?
Don't believe from the above comments that if a kit is double planked it will be good quality. Many are not. Some stretch the limits on gaps between the bulkheads to a level that make it very difficult to plank well without huge hollows in between. If possible i would check this prior to making a purchase.
-
Thunder got a reaction from Dave_E in Why do some manufacturers make single plank kits?
Don't believe from the above comments that if a kit is double planked it will be good quality. Many are not. Some stretch the limits on gaps between the bulkheads to a level that make it very difficult to plank well without huge hollows in between. If possible i would check this prior to making a purchase.
-
Thunder got a reaction from Canute in Why do some manufacturers make single plank kits?
Don't believe from the above comments that if a kit is double planked it will be good quality. Many are not. Some stretch the limits on gaps between the bulkheads to a level that make it very difficult to plank well without huge hollows in between. If possible i would check this prior to making a purchase.
-
Thunder got a reaction from rshousha in Why do some manufacturers make single plank kits?
Don't believe from the above comments that if a kit is double planked it will be good quality. Many are not. Some stretch the limits on gaps between the bulkheads to a level that make it very difficult to plank well without huge hollows in between. If possible i would check this prior to making a purchase.
-
Thunder got a reaction from J11 in Golden Hind 1575 by bosco72 - Airfix Classic - 1:72 - first ever model build
Just my opinion but I think what could be a great model can be made to look like a toy if the rigging is poor. It does not take a lot of effort to make it look better, even just the use of different size threads makes a difference.
I have said many times but the best guide for an Airfix / Plastic kit is the books by Noel C Hackney. For your period of rig you would be best with the Mayflower book. Especially as you have this kit on your shelf. Takes you through the build and any modifications that you can possibly do to improve. It then takes you through the rigging step by step. I used it as a basis for my Airfix Golden Hind.
-
Thunder got a reaction from shipman in Golden Hind 1575 by bosco72 - Airfix Classic - 1:72 - first ever model build
Just my opinion but I think what could be a great model can be made to look like a toy if the rigging is poor. It does not take a lot of effort to make it look better, even just the use of different size threads makes a difference.
I have said many times but the best guide for an Airfix / Plastic kit is the books by Noel C Hackney. For your period of rig you would be best with the Mayflower book. Especially as you have this kit on your shelf. Takes you through the build and any modifications that you can possibly do to improve. It then takes you through the rigging step by step. I used it as a basis for my Airfix Golden Hind.
-
Thunder got a reaction from kirill4 in HM Naval Cutter Speedy 1828 by Thunder - FINISHED - Model Shipwright - Scale 1:48
pumps and galley chimney were missing from the kit so these were scratch built from scrap.
This was a really enjoyable build which had its issues along the way. the instructions and drawings were good. Rigging details good but some details m I believe to be incorrect.
I felt lucky to have been able to find this kit. Considering 45 years odd old the timber and parts were in very good condition. As a kit, Chuck's is probably a lot better and very similar.
As to where to display, when I asked the wife she said ' would make good kindling' I hope she was joking.!!
So worst bit of doing the model - finishing it, I hate that feeling!
-
Thunder got a reaction from shipman in Seawatch Books
I thought it was John Bowen that did the model shipwright books.
-
Thunder got a reaction from Canute in Seawatch Books
I thought it was John Bowen that did the model shipwright books.
-
Thunder got a reaction from Canute in Small scale kits?
Below is a 1:300 scale brig of the cruiser class by Langton Miniatures. This is not a wooden kit though, it is a resin hull.
There is also the Pyro range of kits but these are plastic. I have built some of these but cannot find any photographs. I do have them still, will have to take some.
-
Thunder got a reaction from mtaylor in Small scale kits?
Below is a 1:300 scale brig of the cruiser class by Langton Miniatures. This is not a wooden kit though, it is a resin hull.
There is also the Pyro range of kits but these are plastic. I have built some of these but cannot find any photographs. I do have them still, will have to take some.
-
Thunder got a reaction from bruce d in Small scale kits?
Below is a 1:300 scale brig of the cruiser class by Langton Miniatures. This is not a wooden kit though, it is a resin hull.
There is also the Pyro range of kits but these are plastic. I have built some of these but cannot find any photographs. I do have them still, will have to take some.
-
Thunder got a reaction from mtaylor in Swan class plans now available for free download!
Excellent, have the first three volumes and was looking into getting the plans as seemed little point having the books without them.
Our Emblem ®
