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pirozzi got a reaction from maddog33 in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
Before placing the main deck, it calls for slicing off the top section of bulkhead "B" to accomodate the forecastle later on. When to cut this is not clear, but it does help support the main deck bulwark planks. I decided to add the 4 planks that will make up the main deck bulwarks first making sure not to glue the planks to this bulkhead, and then cut it off. The plans call for an 18.0mm height at the lowest point of the bulwarks, but it should be more like 20.0mm to allow placing the decorative siding later on. With 4 planks it came to about 24.0mm. It can be shaved down later on. Also, the planks need to be longer at the bow by at least 15.0mm past bulkhead "F" and flush with the last bulkhead at the stern. I still need to trim that.
Next up is tp place the main deck and plank it.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from maddog33 in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
I have finally finished the first layer of hull planking below the main deck. This took over a month and a half. Considering the size of this hull, that was a whole lot of planking. This is definetely the most difficult of the planking. The planks above the main deck are nice and straight, and the second finish layer has a bottom surface to lay it on. The only thing about the finish layer is that it has to be precise and pretty.
Next up is to install and plank the main deck.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from cristikc in Sovereign of the Seas by pirozzi - FINISHED - Mantua
Here are the rigging diagrams for the lateen sail and yard, and the mizzen topmast and top gallant forestays.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from cristikc in Sovereign of the Seas by pirozzi - FINISHED - Mantua
Here are the rest of the sail belay diagrams except for the mizzen lateen. That one will be done in a few days.
Vince P.
** For some reason the photos I posted here disappeared. I have re-posted them.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from cristikc in Sovereign of the Seas by pirozzi - FINISHED - Mantua
I solved the cradle problem. The new kit "Royal William" from Euromodels which I just purchased for my next project, came with nice Walnut to make a cradle. I just recut it slightly to fit the SOS hull better and added red felt and a bronze label. It fits perfectly and is very stable and strong. I will use the template to make another for the Royal William.
Vince P.
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pirozzi reacted to jack.aubrey in Le Soleil Royal by jack.aubrey - FINISHED - De Agostini - Scale 1:70
Monday, May 12, 2014 The work proceeds quite slowly. After I've finished installing the ropes to close the gunport lids on both sides now I started to apply the half-barrel guns. . activity much less boring than the previous one. Tomorrow I plan to complete also the right side.
For the installation I built a simple tool that helped me to accurately position the drill to make the hole in the right position into the gumport background. In this hole it's then possible to insert the half-barrel of a gun. . . With this tool it was a mere matter of making holes with the drill of the appropriate diameter.
The bonding of the half barrels was done using the two-component epoxy glue.
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When I'll have finished installing the guns on the other side I will start the next activity that I think harder and more tedious: the two ropes above the gunport lid needed for its opening. See you soon, Jack.
PS: I've taken these photos with my smartphone: they are significantly better than I did a while ago with the same equipment. Maybe, after so many scribbles, I start to learn.
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pirozzi got a reaction from maddog33 in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
Construction of the main deck staircase from scratch. This is included on the plans but not supplied in the kit. Even though it will not be visible once the upper decks are placed, it was a nice touch and a challenge to build.
Each step is made up of 2 parts and needs to be beveled at 45 degrees. I jig was made from lumber and the steps placed on top of each other. Once the whole thing is completed, it can be lifted off the jig.
I did find some nice stanchions at Model Expo that were pretty close to the correct size, and only had to be cut down a little and beveled on the tops.
I finished the whole thing in red walnut and weathered it to look old. Once the main deck is installed and planked, the staircase hole will be cut and the assembly placed down into the deck. A "C" shaped bannister will have to be constructed to match the staircase and attached to the outside wings so it encloses the opening in the deck on 3 sides.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from riverboat in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
I have finally finished the first layer of hull planking below the main deck. This took over a month and a half. Considering the size of this hull, that was a whole lot of planking. This is definetely the most difficult of the planking. The planks above the main deck are nice and straight, and the second finish layer has a bottom surface to lay it on. The only thing about the finish layer is that it has to be precise and pretty.
Next up is to install and plank the main deck.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from Jaxboat in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
I have finally finished the first layer of hull planking below the main deck. This took over a month and a half. Considering the size of this hull, that was a whole lot of planking. This is definetely the most difficult of the planking. The planks above the main deck are nice and straight, and the second finish layer has a bottom surface to lay it on. The only thing about the finish layer is that it has to be precise and pretty.
Next up is to install and plank the main deck.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from avsjerome2003 in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
I have finally finished the first layer of hull planking below the main deck. This took over a month and a half. Considering the size of this hull, that was a whole lot of planking. This is definetely the most difficult of the planking. The planks above the main deck are nice and straight, and the second finish layer has a bottom surface to lay it on. The only thing about the finish layer is that it has to be precise and pretty.
Next up is to install and plank the main deck.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from coxswain in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
I have finally finished the first layer of hull planking below the main deck. This took over a month and a half. Considering the size of this hull, that was a whole lot of planking. This is definetely the most difficult of the planking. The planks above the main deck are nice and straight, and the second finish layer has a bottom surface to lay it on. The only thing about the finish layer is that it has to be precise and pretty.
Next up is to install and plank the main deck.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from MarisStella.hr in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
I have finally finished the first layer of hull planking below the main deck. This took over a month and a half. Considering the size of this hull, that was a whole lot of planking. This is definetely the most difficult of the planking. The planks above the main deck are nice and straight, and the second finish layer has a bottom surface to lay it on. The only thing about the finish layer is that it has to be precise and pretty.
Next up is to install and plank the main deck.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from Landlubber Mike in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
I have finally finished the first layer of hull planking below the main deck. This took over a month and a half. Considering the size of this hull, that was a whole lot of planking. This is definetely the most difficult of the planking. The planks above the main deck are nice and straight, and the second finish layer has a bottom surface to lay it on. The only thing about the finish layer is that it has to be precise and pretty.
Next up is to install and plank the main deck.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from DenPink in Sovereign of the Seas by andy - FINISHED - Mantua/Sergal
Hi Andy,
In regards to foot ropes on the SOS. She went through 2 major rebuilds during her long career, and both well after 1640. It is very possible that she did indeed have foot ropes added since they were used on English ships of the 1660s and up. One of her rebuilds was in the 1670s. I built mine with foot ropes on the lower courses and topmast yards as would have been proper for a ship in the later part of the 17th century.
Also, a little known fact is the original design of the SOS had 4 upright masts, not 3. She had 2 mizzens. One was removed shortly after her launch in 1637.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from CaptainSteve in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
Hi Mike,
On the staircase, I waited until the stain I applied got tacky and I then took a small sponge wet with paint thinner and dabbed it until the finish took on a uneven faded look. Learned that trick many years ago from another experienced modeler.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from Vivian Galad in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
Construction of the main deck staircase from scratch. This is included on the plans but not supplied in the kit. Even though it will not be visible once the upper decks are placed, it was a nice touch and a challenge to build.
Each step is made up of 2 parts and needs to be beveled at 45 degrees. I jig was made from lumber and the steps placed on top of each other. Once the whole thing is completed, it can be lifted off the jig.
I did find some nice stanchions at Model Expo that were pretty close to the correct size, and only had to be cut down a little and beveled on the tops.
I finished the whole thing in red walnut and weathered it to look old. Once the main deck is installed and planked, the staircase hole will be cut and the assembly placed down into the deck. A "C" shaped bannister will have to be constructed to match the staircase and attached to the outside wings so it encloses the opening in the deck on 3 sides.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from Landlubber Mike in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
OK, I have reposted all of the missing photos. There were about 25 of them. Only one photo that was posted by Brian C. is still missing since I do not have copies of photos sent in by others. Having worked for the government for decades, I got into the habit of making backup copies of everything and storing them in a safe place.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from Ulises Victoria in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
Construction of the main deck staircase from scratch. This is included on the plans but not supplied in the kit. Even though it will not be visible once the upper decks are placed, it was a nice touch and a challenge to build.
Each step is made up of 2 parts and needs to be beveled at 45 degrees. I jig was made from lumber and the steps placed on top of each other. Once the whole thing is completed, it can be lifted off the jig.
I did find some nice stanchions at Model Expo that were pretty close to the correct size, and only had to be cut down a little and beveled on the tops.
I finished the whole thing in red walnut and weathered it to look old. Once the main deck is installed and planked, the staircase hole will be cut and the assembly placed down into the deck. A "C" shaped bannister will have to be constructed to match the staircase and attached to the outside wings so it encloses the opening in the deck on 3 sides.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from DenPink in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
Once again I am very disappointed. Having lost my entire SOS build log in the great crash was one thing. Now I see that most all of my early photos in this build log are gone as well. I will have to repost all of them. It will take time to do so, but once again I will do it. There is no sense in posting a log if the users can not see the photos. .
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from fnkershner in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
OK, I have reposted all of the missing photos. There were about 25 of them. Only one photo that was posted by Brian C. is still missing since I do not have copies of photos sent in by others. Having worked for the government for decades, I got into the habit of making backup copies of everything and storing them in a safe place.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from riverboat in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
Construction of the main deck staircase from scratch. This is included on the plans but not supplied in the kit. Even though it will not be visible once the upper decks are placed, it was a nice touch and a challenge to build.
Each step is made up of 2 parts and needs to be beveled at 45 degrees. I jig was made from lumber and the steps placed on top of each other. Once the whole thing is completed, it can be lifted off the jig.
I did find some nice stanchions at Model Expo that were pretty close to the correct size, and only had to be cut down a little and beveled on the tops.
I finished the whole thing in red walnut and weathered it to look old. Once the main deck is installed and planked, the staircase hole will be cut and the assembly placed down into the deck. A "C" shaped bannister will have to be constructed to match the staircase and attached to the outside wings so it encloses the opening in the deck on 3 sides.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from janos in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
Construction of the main deck staircase from scratch. This is included on the plans but not supplied in the kit. Even though it will not be visible once the upper decks are placed, it was a nice touch and a challenge to build.
Each step is made up of 2 parts and needs to be beveled at 45 degrees. I jig was made from lumber and the steps placed on top of each other. Once the whole thing is completed, it can be lifted off the jig.
I did find some nice stanchions at Model Expo that were pretty close to the correct size, and only had to be cut down a little and beveled on the tops.
I finished the whole thing in red walnut and weathered it to look old. Once the main deck is installed and planked, the staircase hole will be cut and the assembly placed down into the deck. A "C" shaped bannister will have to be constructed to match the staircase and attached to the outside wings so it encloses the opening in the deck on 3 sides.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from mij in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
Construction of the main deck staircase from scratch. This is included on the plans but not supplied in the kit. Even though it will not be visible once the upper decks are placed, it was a nice touch and a challenge to build.
Each step is made up of 2 parts and needs to be beveled at 45 degrees. I jig was made from lumber and the steps placed on top of each other. Once the whole thing is completed, it can be lifted off the jig.
I did find some nice stanchions at Model Expo that were pretty close to the correct size, and only had to be cut down a little and beveled on the tops.
I finished the whole thing in red walnut and weathered it to look old. Once the main deck is installed and planked, the staircase hole will be cut and the assembly placed down into the deck. A "C" shaped bannister will have to be constructed to match the staircase and attached to the outside wings so it encloses the opening in the deck on 3 sides.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from maddog33 in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
Working on completing the first layer of planking below the main deck. Very slow process on a ship this size. You will notice many glue spots. I want to make sure the planks are very secure as the basis for the final planking. This will get all covered up with the pretty second layer.
Vince P.
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pirozzi got a reaction from Landlubber Mike in Royal William by pirozzi - FINISHED - Euromodels - 1/70
Construction of the main deck staircase from scratch. This is included on the plans but not supplied in the kit. Even though it will not be visible once the upper decks are placed, it was a nice touch and a challenge to build.
Each step is made up of 2 parts and needs to be beveled at 45 degrees. I jig was made from lumber and the steps placed on top of each other. Once the whole thing is completed, it can be lifted off the jig.
I did find some nice stanchions at Model Expo that were pretty close to the correct size, and only had to be cut down a little and beveled on the tops.
I finished the whole thing in red walnut and weathered it to look old. Once the main deck is installed and planked, the staircase hole will be cut and the assembly placed down into the deck. A "C" shaped bannister will have to be constructed to match the staircase and attached to the outside wings so it encloses the opening in the deck on 3 sides.
Vince P.
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