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Wawona59
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Fantastic Greg! I learned a lot following your techniques for making the different sized hoops. Looks like you've got a Alberto Santos-Dumond theme going. You might enjoy the book "Wings of Madness" about Dumont and some of his projects and eccentricities, like his 8ft tall dining table so guests could dine in the sky. I'll be following your project with great interest. John- 288 replies
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Sea Witch 1846 by Zooker - RESTORATION
Wawona59 replied to Zooker's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1801 - 1850
Hi Zooker, When fixing broken parts (I've had a many over the years) I always use some sort of support at the joint break. One of my favorite materials to use is small bamboo skewers. I have a package of 300 mall "appetizer skewers" I got at the local grocery store for under $1.00. These can be shaved down to the size you need in a drill using sandpaper. No need for fancy glues here either as long as your dowel repair fits the hole you've drilled and the holes are deep enough to allow for some purchase. I would probably use a pin vice to drill the holes as I feel I have more control. You can just use yellow carpenter's glue available at any hardware store but will take some time to set up and dry so a method of clamping would be needed. I like to use spring loaded clothes pins. If you want an "instant" glue joint you could use medium CA or a 2-part epoxy. Here's a link to Olha Batvarov's restoration of a model of the HMS Boreas. While not a clipper ship, it may give you some help in planning your restoration. I wish you the best with your restoration project. With it's family connection, this model is definitely worth restoring with a light hand to preserve as much as possible of the original model. -
Welcome Aboard! I've got your Jupiter and No. 119 waiting for me to get to them after I finish my current projects.
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Beautiful images of the Hurricane! These are better than some of the box art I've seen on other kits. Well done!
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Welcome to Model Ship World Clive. Like you, my local model shop seems to be phasing out wooden ship and aircraft kits in favor of plastic. Some of the plastic kits they carry are very nice and expensive. There's just something about working with wood that appeals to me. Enjoy your journey. There are a lot of friendly and talented models on MSW. Welcome Aboard!
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Hi Tony, welcome to Model Ship World. I hail from damp and wet Renton, Washington, USA about 10 miles south of Seattle. Lots of great ship modelers on this site. It seems a lot of us have "salt water in our veins". I'm glad to see that you decided to start small. I'd keep the Vanguard and Caldercraft kits for later. Another option you may consider to test the waters of wooden ship modeling is the Model Shipways Shipwrights' combo set. It consists of three successively more challenging projects; 1. A Grand Banks Dory, 2. A Norwegian Pram and finally 3. Lobster Shipjack. The kits were designed by master modeler David Antsherl and are very well done. The instructions are also very well done and provide a clear step by step guide to building the models. I recently picked the combo up to make some small Christmas gifts for friends. Check them out. Welcome Aboard!
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Don't despair about your perceived mistakes. You'll find better ways to do things on your future ship models. This is a hobby after all. We build ship models, or models in general, for enjoyment. You did a good job on your hull planking by the way. Mistakes can always be fixed.
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Your Niagara is really coming along nicely. Your work on the framing is very clean and crisp. That's something I need to strive for to improve. Interesting use of cross bracing between the bulkheads. Haven't seen that technique before. Reminds me of the cross bracing between the floor joists in an old house I used to live in. You're going to end up with a beautiful model that you can display proudly. Keep up the good work.
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Wonderful work on the dory. Looks just like the reference photograph. I really like the figures as they really bring the model to life. I didn't know that Henry Ford was a fisherman. I guess we learn something every day. LOL
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Hi Harvey, regarding your question about the decal shine. From your photos, it looks like decal "silvering". The decals may not be completely attached to the model. There may be some air underneath the decal. The model surface may not be perfectly smooth for the decals. Did you use a decal setting solution such as Micro-Sol or Micro-Set? I've had some success fixing silvering by using a pin to poke small holes in the carrier film. Then flood the decal with a setting solution to get the liquid under the decal. Micro-Sol is a stronger solution that actually melts the decal carrier film to help it conform to irregular surfaces. Micro-Set is a weaker solution. If the decal comes off, which it may, reset the decal by first wetting the surface with Micro-Set. I hope this helps to solve your decal issue. Feel free to PM me.
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GREAT model and diorama Harvey. I've never seen a vessel like this that uses a fire for a light. She reminds me a little of the Mosquito fleet vessels that used to ply the waters of Puget Sound. I like your creative use of materials.
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Your Red Jacket looks absolutely beautiful on the pedestals. It's amazing what skilled hands can do with a vintage solid hull kit. BTW, I think I saw your Red Jacket as an in-progress model on a video of the 41st annual Northeast Ship modelers Conference I recently saw. Looking forward to more "delicacies" from your workbench.
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Brush painting, I believe, is a skill that is developed over time through trial and error. In my experience the key to a good brushed finish is to apply several thin coats of paint to let the paint level out between applications. A good quality brush, such as an artist's brush also contributes to success. If the paint applied is too thick, it won't level out properly. Are you using acrylics? I've read that some modelers use actual artists' acrylics from the tube because the pigment is ground finer. I've had good luck brushing Tamiya acrylics thinned with 91% isopropyl alcohol. Your pram is coming along nicely. Don't sweat the mistakes. They are inevitable and an opportunity to learn what does and does not work. Stay the course and enjoy the journey. Sometimes I have to remind myself that we build models for enjoyment. Carry on! Keep up the good work.
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She's coming along nicely. The color variation in the deck ads interest. I agree with Rob and Snug Harbor Johnny that the bulwarks bulkhead extensions need to pared thinner in both thickness and depth. I would probably consider using a sharp chisel and pare small shavings until the desired size is achieved. As Snug Harbor Johnny says, care must be taken here as the pared down bulkhead extensions would be fragile. Adding some exterior planking at the bulwarks before paring the extensions will give some needed support. Following your build with interest. Carry on!
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New member and brand new (Paper) modeller!
Wawona59 replied to Marcel1981's topic in New member Introductions
Welcome to MSW Marcel. Ship models are easy to get hooked on. I've loved the nautical since I was a kid in the 60's. I remember building the Revell 1/96 Constitution and Cutty Sark on a picnic table in the back yard during my summer vacations. That is until I tried to install the sails when they caught the wind. I also build aircraft which my modeling group displays at the Seattle Museum of Flight. Glad to have you aboard! -
A very warm welcome to Model Ship World! I too started modeling in the plastic arena. I've since sold most of my kits and given away the majority of my built plastic models. I now build primarily in wood. I find it a more enjoyable medium to work in. Welcome Aboard!
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I applaud your decision not to use the plastic windows. Wood always seems to look better, IMHO, even if it may look a bit over scale. Interesting approach to making windows so they are all the same. I've never used this method but it looks like you got some decent results. Next time you might want to consider making the window mullions a bit thinner. Carry on and keep moving forward. Modeling sometimes is just a series of issues that must be resolved. In the end, you'll end up with a model that you can be proud of; which will lead to the next model, and the next, etc. etc. Carry on and keep up the good work.
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Beginner looking for advice on first kit
Wawona59 replied to O-Nurse's topic in New member Introductions
For a first ship model I would have to recommend the Model Shipways "Shipwright Series" of three models. This series was designed by renowned ship modeler David Antscherl. The modeling series begins with a dory followed by a pram which is a little more challenging and ending with a shipjack. Model Expo has these kits on sale now. They are also offering the "Shipwright Series" as a combo which includes a basic set of tools, glue and paint. Once you successfully complete this series, you'll be ready to take on something more challenging. There are a number of reputable wooden ship manufacturers such as Syren, Vanguard, Bluejacket and Model Shipways. Be careful of some disreputable manufacturers who use other manufacturer's designs without permission to make their own kits. Checkout the list of banned manufacturers elsewhere on MSW. Welcome to Model Ship World and the wonderful hobby of ship modeling. -
Mr. Tosti, I recently purchased your three book set and plans for building a model of the clipper ship Young America. The books were not cheap, but well worth the price of admission. Your books and modeling techniques have inspired me (after my illness) to get back to building my Flying Fish model. Thank you for writing these books.
John
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Hi Harry, I just found your Flying Cloud Build log. I'm surprised with the issues you are having with the keel parts not matching which then affects the bulkheads, etc. I agree that this looks like a QC issue but you've got it sorted out. One last thought, is there possibly any warp or twist in the keel or bulkheads which could be another cause of your fit issues? Have you considered installing filler blocks between the bulkheads to help assure they are equally space P & S and parallel? You are doing a great job and it looks like your Flying Cloud is now coming along nicely. I will be following along with interest. I'm expecting to resume my Flying Fish project soon after a long, unplanned hiatus.
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My next project will probably be the Drakkar "Oseberg" kit by Pavel Nikitin. You've given me an idea for the presentation of the model. I need to do more research as to what was included in the burial ship and how the artifacts were laid out. Thank you for sharing. Your woodworking and joinery is outstanding.
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Wonderful Doctor's Buggy Bob. I built this kit as a gift for my daughter who is a Registered Nurse and a horse lover. I recall having some issues with the soft metal springs getting out of shape. If I built another horse drawn model with leaf springs I might consider making them from scratch using brass strips. I really enjoyed building this model. I'll be checking in on your Stagecoach build. BTW, I think your buggy came out better than mine.
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Beautiful work Greg. I have this kit as a "someday" project. Your build log was very well done and extremely helpful. I'll have to check my kit for missing parts and request them now before I start building it. This looks like a more challenging kit than I imagined. Hopefully ME has been able to resolve this supplier issue. One nit-picky question; did you intend to hang your 14-bis flying into the corner of your office? Perhaps to show off the engine and prop? As I recall the 14-bis was a pusher configuration with the wings in the back. It looks like a more conventional aircraft the way you hung it though. Regardless, you've made I beautiful model and I'm impressed with your craftsmanship and representation of the bamboo.
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Welcome to Model Ship World Pete. The DDG-54 Curtiss Wilber looks like a good ship model to start with. There's a build log for a 1/200 DDG-54 Curtiss Wilber on MSW. Here's a link so you can check it out. This is a wonderful modeling forum. All of the modelers I've met online here so far are first class. Hope you get a chance to start a build log. Looks like an interesting project. Welcome Aboard!
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Hi Ryan, Welcome Aboard to Model Ship World! This is a great site with a lot of knowledgeable modelers. As a kid in the late 60's I built the Revell 1/96 Cutty Sark. It was challenging to say the least. I hope you get a chance to start a build log and post some pictures of your model so far. There are a few Cutty Sark build logs on MSW. Welcome Aboard!
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