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  1. Strand
    Of that I am firmly convinced with this remarkable project. Many more will follow. I don't want to be the only one, I just want to be the first...
  2. Strand
    Can I pre-order already? Or can you at least put me on the list so that I'm among the first five?
  3.    Marcus.K. reacted to a post in a topic: USS Constitution 1797 by Strand - Model Shipways - 1:76 - Cross-Section
  4.    palmerit reacted to a post in a topic: USS Constitution 1797 by Strand - Model Shipways - 1:76 - Cross-Section
  5. Strand
    And finally, a few impressions of life on the USS Constitution It was a wonderful first project that left me wanting more. So I immediately started my second project, the HMS Flirt from Vanguard Models. This will be my first real ship. I can already show you a photo of it... And hopefully many other projects will follow. One of them must be an "Admiralty style" ship and a POF in 1:48 scale. But before that, I would like to build the Surprise from Vanguard Models. Plans, plans, plans... Thank you for your kind and encouraging words. It has been a pleasure to be part of a larger community and to receive encouragement from experienced and veteran shipwrights. Goodbye and see you next time. Albin
  6.    Russ2025 reacted to a post in a topic: USS Constitution 1797 by Strand - Model Shipways - 1:76 - Cross-Section
  7. Strand
    A little bit more rigging
  8. Strand
    So, after a long time, I'm continuing my career as a shipwright. I started with the shrouds; everything to do with ropes and blocks is completely new to me. I've bought a "few" books on the subject... And then we were ready to go. The assistant has already arrived and is waiting patiently for his assignment. By the way, this is my workplace, a box with a lid that can be closed. The first shrouds were installed, the first knots tied, the first ratline knotted – all completely new territory for me. But it's fun.
  9. Strand
    Thank you, your words make me happy and I will continue to strive to improve my skills. I am not yet a real shipbuilder, but I have already started building my first complete ship, the HMS Flirt, which is just the right thing to start with.
  10. Strand
    Thank you for your kind and encouraging words. You've inspired me to post some photos of the almost finished project.
  11.    Ryland Craze reacted to a post in a topic: HMS Portland 1770 by scrubbyj427 - 1:48 - 4th rate 50-gun ship
  12.    scrubbyj427 reacted to a post in a topic: HMS Portland 1770 by scrubbyj427 - 1:48 - 4th rate 50-gun ship
  13. Strand
    I am very interested in purchasing HMS Portland. Keep me informed.
  14.    scrubbyj427 reacted to a post in a topic: HMS Portland 1770 by scrubbyj427 - 1:48 - 4th rate 50-gun ship
  15.    Marcus.K. reacted to a post in a topic: USS Constitution 1797 by Strand - Model Shipways - 1:76 - Cross-Section
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  19. Strand started following Chris Watton and Vanguard Models news and updates Volume 2 and HMS Portland 1770 by scrubbyj427 - 1:48 - 4th rate 50-gun ship
  20. Strand
    Hi, this is one of the most amazing models I have ever seen. It is so full of perfect craftsmanship that one can only take one's hat off in admiration. You have really awakened a desire in me with this model, especially because I like Admiralty models incredibly well. I like your hybrid approach. I have two questions about the HMS Portland model: When are you planning to release the first edition of this model? What is your target price range? I look forward to every new post from you. It's always amazing to see the solutions you come up with and the great quality of your work.
  21.    Strand reacted to a post in a topic: HMS Surprise 1796 (prototype) by James H - Vanguard Models - 1:64
  22.    Strand reacted to a post in a topic: HMS Surprise 1796 (prototype) by James H - Vanguard Models - 1:64
  23.    Strand reacted to a post in a topic: Chris Watton and Vanguard Models news and updates Volume 2
  24. Strand
    The copper wasn't so bad after all. But that only applies to my expectations. Perhaps the result isn't as good as I think it is. In any case, I'm satisfied. I built a device where I could cut the foil and attach the rivets. And once again, I took the liberty of a model builder and only used the rivet rows very sporadically. In my opinion, and I'm really no expert here, the many rivets look too dominat on a scale of 1:76. In any case, I decided to take the next step and bought the HMS Flirt from Vanguard Models. I'm really looking forward to it; it's almost like Christmas for me. Hopefully, the steps I'm taking aren't too big, but I'll find out. That's called learning the hard way... Or as a political heavyweight once said: ‘Not because it's easy, but because it's hard.’ But I don't want to go to the moon; I want to be able to build the HMS Surprise when it goes on sale soon. That's my goal. But first, I'll finish the USS Constitution, as the next big challenge is coming up soon: the masting and rigging. Another completely new thing for me. With the guns and carronades, I was able to work with blocks and ropes for the first time and am constantly improving. I quite like the lad, but again, that's not an expert opinion, just my humble opinion.
  25. Strand
    And all this just to put off my first big challenge, planking the hull. As I admitted at the beginning, I am a complete novice when it comes to wooden shipbuilding. I have been a model expert for decades, but not a shipbuilder. Here some of my works of the last years. And all this just to put off my first big challenge, planking the hull. As I admitted at the beginning, I am a complete novice when it comes to wooden shipbuilding. I have been a model expert for decades, but not a shipbuilder. Here are a few examples: After deciding to get into shipbuilding, I started with the cross section of the USS Constitution to get a feel for wood, gain some initial experience and attach the first, albeit super humble, planks to the hull. And as far as I can tell, it worked out quite well. My fear was unfounded. However, I have the most respect for copper plating, as I have no experience with it whatsoever and this copper foil seems very fragile. I hope it doesn't turn into a complete mess.
  26. Strand
    The Spar deck is finished and I have started to equip it with the necessary equipment. Actually, I should have planked the hull first, but as everyone knows by now, I love my little 1:76 crew members and I couldn't resist installing two carronades and manning them. First of all, carronadas alone... Then with the corresponding staff: followed by the second carronade and its gunners...
  27. Strand
    Put the lid on and all my carefully positioned employees have disappeared. It's a shame, really, but at least they still get a little daylight from the side. I first completed the installation of the hull of the spar deck and did not follow the instructions exactly. I find it easier to build this way. So first the sidewalls, the gun port bracings and gunport frames, the waterway and then the deck planking.
  28. Strand
    I am now in the process of finishing the gun deck. All guns are in place, all lines attached to the guns. I am still a little unhappy with the strength of the ropes. The breechline is okay, but the gun tackle is a little too thick for my liking. It is 0.5 mm, but I think 0.35 mm would be better. I lack the historical knowledge to determine the correct size. I am currently in the process of building up a small library on the age of large sailing ships, and I am sure that the correct information is in there, but I first have to work my way through the books to find the information I need. I would be very grateful for any information about specialist literature that one should have.
  29. Strand
    The journey continues... (sometimes you have to work at your real job). Before I move on to the next steps, here are a few more impressions of my personnel. I really like the figures, they are so perfect, and that in 1/76 scale. You can even see the muscles of the gun crew. And another figure I like: the Navy Marines drummer. He will become part of the deck line-up on my USS Constitution.

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