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Sea Witch 1846 by Zooker - RESTORATION
druxey replied to Zooker's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1801 - 1850
As this is a complex job, I wonder if you have a ship model club in your area (wherever that is!)? If so, you will have access to a lot of experienced folk who can help you at your shoulder - covid permitting. They can show you what to do, which is easier than corresponding here. However, if that isn't possible, we'll try our best to assist online. -
A lovely little model. Apart from the maker's name, I think that there is perhaps an unconscious joke in there. There is a sect who believe in a literal 'translation' of the living to heaven at the Second Coming . They would be hoisted up by a (fictitious) hook-like bone at the base of their spines called 'the bone of Luz'.
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Looking good, Dan. Rubbing alcohol is the modeler's best friend!
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I think that the example shown is more mid-1800's than earlier.
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Footropes are under the jibboom, as Henry has said. You can just see a pair of these knotted ropes under the jibboom in the photo. The illustrated ropes are hand lines or manropes.
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The acrylic 'glass' looks like antique mica now: the effect looks nice, actually. Nice splice as well.
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Why not, indeed? "Never make a thing simple if you can make it complicated." (Thanks, Dad! It was one of his favorite sayings. He was an engineer. Need I say more?)
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Tricky pieces superbly done and assembled!
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Really lovely work, Gaetan!
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Looking very neat indeed now!
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Gary: your model is an absolute gem! Such impressive work at that scale. Terrific! I'm looking forward to your next creation.
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Looking good, Dan. Using scrap to practice on is always a good idea!
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Mondfeld v Lees Masting and rigging
druxey replied to DaveBaxt's topic in Masting, rigging and sails
I'm sure that in practice the actual masting, sparring and rigging varied a little from the ideal, especially in wartime with shortages. As long as you are reasonably close, no-one will fault you! -
Welcome to MSW Jimmy. Thank goodness ship modelers don't have to rely on clear skies!
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It takes a bit of practice to learn to bend wood efficiently. Practie on scrap to gain confidence. If using an iron, wet the wood first and dial the temperature so that you hear a bit of a hiss (but not too much!) and not so hot as to begin to char the wood.
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I'm meaning only the style with the bolster or ledge included. I suppose the other place to stand would be higher, on the fore end of the channel. In any case, I believe that the sailor had a line tied around him for safety! However, it's your model, your decision, Siggi.
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Love your buisiniers! Four shrouds a side makes perfect sense as they are easier to install in pairs. You are making great progress, Steven.
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Sounds like a plan! Things start to look really interesting at this point, Clare.
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My understanding is that the forward end of the little 'platform' was left clear for a sailor to stand on. He cast a lead to make depth soundings (the 'leadsman'). This is why your option 3 for the bill-board, set back even few more inches, is what was most likely; even if not the most aethetic choice.
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Some good planning happening here, Clare!
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Many jewelry hand tools are perfect for ship modeling. In particular for metal shaping; parallel and needle nosed pliers are great. A hand vise for holding small parts is very useful as well.
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I've not downloaded or tried this program yet, but it looks quite ingenious and very useful! Thank you for making it available, Kris.
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