samueljr

Well this is it.
 
The BARGE is complete and on it's permanent base. For my purposes as I've said there will be no flags, sweeps or internal decorations.
 
Thanks to everyone for checking in.
 
On to the next project ............................................
 
 
 

Quite a bit of progress over the last 2 weeks, aided by retirement from 18 Dec!
 
First up, while waiting for paint to dry on the cockpit seats, was the windlass. I ended up having several goes at this. I wasn’t happy with the shape of the ends after my first attempt. On my second attempt, I wasn’t happy with the shape of the square holes (I’d managed to elongate them). On my third attempt, I decided to machine the tenons on the ends. When I placed this inside the boat, it seemed to me that there was too much of a gap between the square section of the windlass and the riser bracket. I compared the windlass template to the plan drawing and noticed that the position of the square holes differed markedly – by about 10mm between centres. In other words, the whole of the square sections on the plan drawings were 5mm further towards the riser bracket than those on the template. I checked in with Chuck on this and his advice was to stick with the template dimensions. Just for the heck of it, I decided to have one more go, this time moving the square sections further out (by about half the actual difference in the drawings). I also decided to do as much of the shaping as possible using a combination of mill and lathe. Since I was going to the trouble of setting up the machines, I took the precaution of preparing two blanks (these were made from some spare 1/2” square boxwood that I had in my stash). I first thinned these down to the 3/8” square using the Byrnes thickness sander. It turned out to be just as well that I prepared two blanks. I was just completing the final machining process on the first blank (turning the final diameter for the tenon) when I took too big a cut and broke the part. Fortunately, I had completed all of the machining processes on both blanks as I went, so it was no big deal to simply complete that last process on the second blank, taking lighter cuts.
 
The picture below shows the final result. Going from left to right, my first attempt through to the final version, along with the two windlass bars also finally shaped. The fourth (and final) version show the effect of moving the square sections further outboard. I decided I preferred this position. The square holes were achieved by first drilling with a 3/32” drill bit, and then cleaning up with a 3/32” micro chisel (one of my lovely Russian set made by Mikhail).
 

 
 
Next up was the mast ironwork. No issues here – just followed Chuck’s excellent instructions and used JAX Pewter Black for blackening. I did find the belaying pins a bit of a challenge, but again following Chuck’s advice I managed to achieve four reasonably similar results.
 

 
The Thole pins were next. Here I departed from Chuck’s suggestion of turning these in the Dremel/rotary tool. Instead, I used my Byrnes draw plate to bring the 3/64” square stock down to a diameter of about 1mm. Following Ryland’s excellent idea from his build log, I made a small jig to position the thole pins a consistent distance from each other within each pair, and also from the edge of the cap rail. The picture below also shows the completed cockpit seats, as well as the three sets of knees on the relevant thwarts.
 

 
The Fixed Block for the Stem was made up according to the instructions and fitted to the starboard side of the Stem. 
 

 
And the Roller for the bow was made up and fitted on the port side.
 

 
The rudder was next. I first tapered the rudder from forward to aft, per the instructions, and also rounded over the forward edge. The rudder hinges presented no particular problem and were installed per the instructions. Of note here is Chuck’s advice to thin these down once fitted, before adding the wire bolts. Once these were completed, the hinges were painted black, the red section painted at the head of the rudder, and the friezes applied. The tiller was made up from a section of the supplied 3/32” square stock, chucked in the Proxxon rotary handset and shaped with sandpaper and files. A small round tenon was made on the rear of the tiller and a hole drilled in the rudder to accept the tenon.
 

 
 
I also decided to take Ryland’s advice and fit the stands to the hull at this stage (actually prior to fitting the thole pins). I’ve also made up the grapnel, although there are no pictures of this yet. Here are a few overview shots showing the completed hull. The rudder has been installed in the photo but has since been removed for safe keeping to avoid damage during the next phase of building.
 

 

 
And finally, one with completed hull posed on the display stand.
 

 
On to the masting and rigging next but will probably have a slight pause while I attend to a 1:1 scale project for a friend….

Sorry Bob (Let's not hijack Wayne's thread) 
 
 
Wayne, I actually did drawings of the masts and yards based on Prebele's notes/logs .  I don't know if I have them anymore
 
Sam

Bob
 
Sorry about the "under development again" line that was / kinda an inside joke when I put it on m y profile. I was doing some design work for a couple of different manufacturers on spec. 
 
I've got to take that thing off.   I did want to do ESSEX larger but my bosses wanted it at 1:76 (scale conversions) were just a pleasure to do - lol
 
Sam

The scale was requested by Eric Snow (who was managing ME at the time) It is the same scale as the CONSTITUTION. He felt the same scale would (obviously) give a sense of size and proportion to a contemporary vessel and might even spur multiple purchases - Sam Cassano Jr
 
Wayne, the kit is based on the original launch appearance so the best source of masts & yard sizes would be Prebele's notes / logs that list them.  After that you've got to decide what year / era you're going to present and research to that time frame as there were considerable changes made to the rig as was the actual appearance and armament 
 
Sam

Sorry Bob (Let's not hijack Wayne's thread) 
 
 
Wayne, I actually did drawings of the masts and yards based on Prebele's notes/logs .  I don't know if I have them anymore
 
Sam

Bob
 
Sorry about the "under development again" line that was / kinda an inside joke when I put it on m y profile. I was doing some design work for a couple of different manufacturers on spec. 
 
I've got to take that thing off.   I did want to do ESSEX larger but my bosses wanted it at 1:76 (scale conversions) were just a pleasure to do - lol
 
Sam

The scale was requested by Eric Snow (who was managing ME at the time) It is the same scale as the CONSTITUTION. He felt the same scale would (obviously) give a sense of size and proportion to a contemporary vessel and might even spur multiple purchases - Sam Cassano Jr
 
Wayne, the kit is based on the original launch appearance so the best source of masts & yard sizes would be Prebele's notes / logs that list them.  After that you've got to decide what year / era you're going to present and research to that time frame as there were considerable changes made to the rig as was the actual appearance and armament 
 
Sam

Sorry Bob (Let's not hijack Wayne's thread) 
 
 
Wayne, I actually did drawings of the masts and yards based on Prebele's notes/logs .  I don't know if I have them anymore
 
Sam

I've added two like new condition AOS book titles to my library reduction sell-off
 
THE NAVAL CUTTER ALERT
 
THE SHIPS OF CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS
 
Each is in like new condition
 
Each is $35.00 plush shipping or both for $60 plus shipping
 
Other titles can be found on my earlier thread
 
I'm also adding the entire runs of MODEL SHIP BUILDER and SHIPS IN SCALE magazines
 
PM me with questions or order(s)
 
I'll be updating the list next week
 
Thanks - Sam

To everyone who responded - THANKS!
 
I've been experimenting with a few different solutions and I'm leaning towards the less is more philosophy. 
 
The scupper lining is a great detail if subtle enough - too much and it looks like a gaping hole in the waterway. 
 
I'm either going to go with Druxey's acrylic paint solution (thanks David) or just a thin paper for for the lip. The issue other than size is the consistency of the shape.
 
Thank's again to everyone
 
Stay well
 
Sam

To everyone who responded - THANKS!
 
I've been experimenting with a few different solutions and I'm leaning towards the less is more philosophy. 
 
The scupper lining is a great detail if subtle enough - too much and it looks like a gaping hole in the waterway. 
 
I'm either going to go with Druxey's acrylic paint solution (thanks David) or just a thin paper for for the lip. The issue other than size is the consistency of the shape.
 
Thank's again to everyone
 
Stay well
 
Sam

First off I'd like to thank everyone who inquired and purchased books - THANK YOU!
 
Attached is the remaining inventory - still some really great titles available.
 
I'm running a special sales promotion - spend $20.00 dollars and get your choice of any $5.00 book for free (just pay s/h charges). Spend $35.00 or more and get your choice of any two $5.00 books for free (just pay s/h charges).
 
Book selection is based on availability - first come - first sold.
 
Please PM me with any questions
 
Thanks again - Sam
BOOK INVENTORY 111219.pdf

Fernando
 
Hello.
 
Thanks for checking the list unfortunately the BEAGLE was sold already - sorry. 
 
I'll be posting an updated list next week when all the transactions are completed. If anything changes I'll let you know.
 
Thanks! - Sam

Fernando
 
Hello.
 
Thanks for checking the list unfortunately the BEAGLE was sold already - sorry. 
 
I'll be posting an updated list next week when all the transactions are completed. If anything changes I'll let you know.
 
Thanks! - Sam

Lou
 
Thanks for your interest, unfortunately BELLONA has been sold.
 
I'll be posting an updated list sometime next week once the first "round" of sales are paid for and shipped. I've sold quite a few books.
 
If anything changes I'll let you know
 
Thanks - Sam

Thanks Lou!
 
I didn't realize that not everyone would not be able to open the EXCEL file.
 
My apologies to those who couldn't
 
Sam

I've got a number of projects in front of me and have come to the realization that the library I've accumulated is no longer necessary.

The books are "graded" on the scale used by Amazon (I've tried to be as objective as possible).

The prices listed do not include shipping as I'll use the least expensive method dependent on weight. distance. etc. Just as an FYI - Live in Western New York State

I can accept paypal

Please PM me with any questions.

Thanks! - Sam
BOOKS FOR SALE AMENDED 101819.xlsx

Thanks Lou!
 
I didn't realize that not everyone would not be able to open the EXCEL file.
 
My apologies to those who couldn't
 
Sam

Thanks Lou!
 
I didn't realize that not everyone would not be able to open the EXCEL file.
 
My apologies to those who couldn't
 
Sam

I've got a number of projects in front of me and have come to the realization that the library I've accumulated is no longer necessary.

The books are "graded" on the scale used by Amazon (I've tried to be as objective as possible).

The prices listed do not include shipping as I'll use the least expensive method dependent on weight. distance. etc. Just as an FYI - Live in Western New York State

I can accept paypal

Please PM me with any questions.

Thanks! - Sam
BOOKS FOR SALE AMENDED 101819.xlsx

I've decided on a blue ensign that will be flown from the flag halyards not at the stern.
 
Updated pics..........
 
Needs touch up and the jib sail is next.
 
I am waiting on a new anchor from Model expo as i will be modifying it to have five arms not four.
 
Sam

Well this is it.
 
The BARGE is complete and on it's permanent base. For my purposes as I've said there will be no flags, sweeps or internal decorations.
 
Thanks to everyone for checking in.
 
On to the next project ............................................
 
 
 

Good morning Russ
 
Thank you!  The build is done except for the base which I'm just starting to construct.
 
I'm actually happy with the overall appearance given my goal from the outset. 
 
Once it's mounted I'll break out the camera and take a few pics. The phone I'm using is picking up a lot of red.
 
Here's a little better shot of the figure head. It's about 2'-08" in scale. It's a little taller than I set out for but it looks proportionally right.
 
My wife wants to know why it's tongue is sticking out? LOL! 
 
Are you going to be able to make the February meeting in Rochester.
 
Sam

Figure head and additional scroll added. 
 
The only item left is the tiller (it's been turned, I'm deciding how to finish it)
 
There will be no frieze inserts, flags or oars on the build. Only a simple base.