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ziled68 got a reaction from GrandpaPhil in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Greetings to all,
Wouter,
Thanks for your comment about liking the way My Triton is coming along. Hopefully soon I’ll be on the sidelines admiring your Triton.
Tim,
I really appreciate your words. Out of everyone that has “Liked” and/or made comments on my forum, you are by far the most motivated person who actually looks forward to my updates. Once again, thank you.
Bindy,
I totally agree with you in that the mast and spars have significantly changed my Triton’s overall appearance. With the base I’ve made for her today, she stands at 29” high (736.6 mm). As for Woody, what can I say other than he wants to take our act out on the road. LOL.
To All,
While I was waiting for my deadeyes and blocks to arrive, I decided to finish the main topgallant yard which I was avoiding due to the fact that the components were much too small for my hands. Happily I can say that I was able to complete it. I also went ahead and painted the trestle trees and top plus the yards (with the exception of the stuns’l yards) black to give my Triton more personality. The following photos will show you how she looks.
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ziled68 reacted to Bindy in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Gasp! The mast and spars really do change the whole look, but also give a much better idea of just how big your HMS Triton is!
It really is looking terrific though and I am glad that Woody's singing hasn't distracted you and caused you to make any mistakes
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ziled68 reacted to 42rocker in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
With speed and a song in your head you do such fast great work. Well Done.
Later Tim
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ziled68 got a reaction from GrandpaPhil in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Greetings to all,
Many thanks to everyone who’s looked in on my build and have given me inspiration to constantly push myself into this great hobby.
Here’s a quick update on my Triton in order to keep everyone abreast on what is going on in my neck of the woods. When last I posted, I had incorporated the lower main mast with trestle tree and top. I have since then added the following items and I’ll tell you that this beast is getting quite large. I’ve added the top and topgallant mast along with its trestle tree; the main, topsail, and topgallant yards; and I’ve also incorporated the stud sail booms for each yard. I’ve lashed the main and topsail yards temporarily to the mast until the blocks and deadeyes I’ve ordered come in. Once they arrive I’ll start permanently lashing and securing items to its perspective area.
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ziled68 got a reaction from Bindy in Red Dragon by Vivian Galad - Artesania Latina - 1:60 - modified
Bienvenidos Mija,
It has been a while since last you visited us. The important thing is to feel 100% better and enjoy your build rather than be less than 100% and not enjoy what you are doing. Just take your time and remember that we will all wait patiently for your return.
Tu amigo,
Raymond
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ziled68 got a reaction from Bindy in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Tim,
I really appreciate your vote of confidence. I have Woody singing back-up for me which makes everything better. LOL. I will get started on the trestletree once I get home today. By chance, would you happen to have any drawings with dimensions for a typical tressletree? Just thought I'd ask.
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ziled68 got a reaction from maddog33 in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Greetings to all,
Many thanks to everyone who’s looked in on my build and have given me inspiration to constantly push myself into this great hobby.
Here’s a quick update on my Triton in order to keep everyone abreast on what is going on in my neck of the woods. When last I posted, I had incorporated the lower main mast with trestle tree and top. I have since then added the following items and I’ll tell you that this beast is getting quite large. I’ve added the top and topgallant mast along with its trestle tree; the main, topsail, and topgallant yards; and I’ve also incorporated the stud sail booms for each yard. I’ve lashed the main and topsail yards temporarily to the mast until the blocks and deadeyes I’ve ordered come in. Once they arrive I’ll start permanently lashing and securing items to its perspective area.
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ziled68 got a reaction from Elmer Cornish in Corsair by WBlakeny - FINISHED - 1:32 - SMALL - Bermuda boat - First scratch build
Good Morning Chris,
If you are careful with the amount of pressure you use on every pass of the triangular file, up to the depth of your rabbet line, you will not mark the outside too bad. Just remember to go slow and careful. I've attached a photo so you can see that the rabbet is not too deep.
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ziled68 got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Red Dragon by Vivian Galad - Artesania Latina - 1:60 - modified
Bienvenidos Mija,
It has been a while since last you visited us. The important thing is to feel 100% better and enjoy your build rather than be less than 100% and not enjoy what you are doing. Just take your time and remember that we will all wait patiently for your return.
Tu amigo,
Raymond
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ziled68 got a reaction from Elmer Cornish in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Greetings to all,
Many thanks to everyone who’s looked in on my build and have given me inspiration to constantly push myself into this great hobby.
Here’s a quick update on my Triton in order to keep everyone abreast on what is going on in my neck of the woods. When last I posted, I had incorporated the lower main mast with trestle tree and top. I have since then added the following items and I’ll tell you that this beast is getting quite large. I’ve added the top and topgallant mast along with its trestle tree; the main, topsail, and topgallant yards; and I’ve also incorporated the stud sail booms for each yard. I’ve lashed the main and topsail yards temporarily to the mast until the blocks and deadeyes I’ve ordered come in. Once they arrive I’ll start permanently lashing and securing items to its perspective area.
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ziled68 got a reaction from jaerschen in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Greetings to all,
Many thanks to everyone who’s looked in on my build and have given me inspiration to constantly push myself into this great hobby.
Here’s a quick update on my Triton in order to keep everyone abreast on what is going on in my neck of the woods. When last I posted, I had incorporated the lower main mast with trestle tree and top. I have since then added the following items and I’ll tell you that this beast is getting quite large. I’ve added the top and topgallant mast along with its trestle tree; the main, topsail, and topgallant yards; and I’ve also incorporated the stud sail booms for each yard. I’ve lashed the main and topsail yards temporarily to the mast until the blocks and deadeyes I’ve ordered come in. Once they arrive I’ll start permanently lashing and securing items to its perspective area.
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ziled68 reacted to wassler in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Looking great! very nice work.
Wouter.
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ziled68 got a reaction from harvey1847 in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Greetings to all,
Many thanks to everyone who’s looked in on my build and have given me inspiration to constantly push myself into this great hobby.
Here’s a quick update on my Triton in order to keep everyone abreast on what is going on in my neck of the woods. When last I posted, I had incorporated the lower main mast with trestle tree and top. I have since then added the following items and I’ll tell you that this beast is getting quite large. I’ve added the top and topgallant mast along with its trestle tree; the main, topsail, and topgallant yards; and I’ve also incorporated the stud sail booms for each yard. I’ve lashed the main and topsail yards temporarily to the mast until the blocks and deadeyes I’ve ordered come in. Once they arrive I’ll start permanently lashing and securing items to its perspective area.
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ziled68 got a reaction from Aussie048 in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Greetings to all,
Many thanks to everyone who’s looked in on my build and have given me inspiration to constantly push myself into this great hobby.
Here’s a quick update on my Triton in order to keep everyone abreast on what is going on in my neck of the woods. When last I posted, I had incorporated the lower main mast with trestle tree and top. I have since then added the following items and I’ll tell you that this beast is getting quite large. I’ve added the top and topgallant mast along with its trestle tree; the main, topsail, and topgallant yards; and I’ve also incorporated the stud sail booms for each yard. I’ve lashed the main and topsail yards temporarily to the mast until the blocks and deadeyes I’ve ordered come in. Once they arrive I’ll start permanently lashing and securing items to its perspective area.
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ziled68 got a reaction from WBlakeny in Corsair by WBlakeny - FINISHED - 1:32 - SMALL - Bermuda boat - First scratch build
Chris,
The rabbet line came out great. I like the fact that you were able to use the french curves and straight edge as a safety measure against ruining your keel. "Bravo Maestro" to you sir.
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ziled68 got a reaction from 42rocker in H.M.S. Triton (Cross Section) 1:18 Scale, started by AL
Al,
Outstanding Sir. Simply amazing. My carriages didn't come out as well due to the fact that its a much smaller scale than yours, hence having to paint them red to cover up some of the flaws. Hopefully one day I may have the opportunity to work on a CNC that will give me half the results as yours did. Fair winds to you and yours Buddy.
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ziled68 got a reaction from WBlakeny in Corsair by WBlakeny - FINISHED - 1:32 - SMALL - Bermuda boat - First scratch build
Good Morning Chris,
That is indeed an item that will keep everything within arms length. Now it keeping the Admiral happy is just a bonus. Happy wife; happy life.
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ziled68 reacted to WBlakeny in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Nice work Ray, love your mast and top, looking clean and sharp.
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ziled68 reacted to jaerschen in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
It's looking fantastic Ray, very clean work
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ziled68 got a reaction from maddog33 in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Greetings to all,
Since I started on the main mast, I had to go about making the trestle trees and top for the mast. The trestle tree wasn’t really rocket science but the top was a different matter due to the fact that I had to make rabbet joints where the boards met. I’ve already mentioned that I have huge mitts for certain aspects of the build that makes me feel like I’m all thumbs and I don’t have a Byrnes table saw that most people already have. So what I did was cut 1/32” basswood down to size and overlapped the corners of the top. Once dry, I came back and added more strips to fill in the gaps between the overlaps. Upon completion of the top I gave it its shape, added the battens and ring, and finally added the top’s rail. I must point out that on the mast itself; I’ve also added wooldings on every other painter’s tape simulated iron hoop. The following photos will show how my Triton is coming along.
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ziled68 got a reaction from maddog33 in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Greetings to all,
Well it’s that time to get started on the mast and spar for my Triton. I went ahead and made and installed the bibbs for the mast followed by iron loops that were simulated with painter’s tape that was blackened with a sharpie and cut into 1/16 inch strips. After the loops were completed, I made and added the hounds followed by more iron hoops. I finished the mast by adding the rubbing paunch and finished that off with simulated treenails.
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ziled68 got a reaction from Elmer Cornish in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Greetings to all,
Since I started on the main mast, I had to go about making the trestle trees and top for the mast. The trestle tree wasn’t really rocket science but the top was a different matter due to the fact that I had to make rabbet joints where the boards met. I’ve already mentioned that I have huge mitts for certain aspects of the build that makes me feel like I’m all thumbs and I don’t have a Byrnes table saw that most people already have. So what I did was cut 1/32” basswood down to size and overlapped the corners of the top. Once dry, I came back and added more strips to fill in the gaps between the overlaps. Upon completion of the top I gave it its shape, added the battens and ring, and finally added the top’s rail. I must point out that on the mast itself; I’ve also added wooldings on every other painter’s tape simulated iron hoop. The following photos will show how my Triton is coming along.
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ziled68 reacted to 42rocker in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Ray
It's looking great. Wow.
Later Tim
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ziled68 got a reaction from harvey1847 in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Greetings to all,
Since I started on the main mast, I had to go about making the trestle trees and top for the mast. The trestle tree wasn’t really rocket science but the top was a different matter due to the fact that I had to make rabbet joints where the boards met. I’ve already mentioned that I have huge mitts for certain aspects of the build that makes me feel like I’m all thumbs and I don’t have a Byrnes table saw that most people already have. So what I did was cut 1/32” basswood down to size and overlapped the corners of the top. Once dry, I came back and added more strips to fill in the gaps between the overlaps. Upon completion of the top I gave it its shape, added the battens and ring, and finally added the top’s rail. I must point out that on the mast itself; I’ve also added wooldings on every other painter’s tape simulated iron hoop. The following photos will show how my Triton is coming along.
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ziled68 got a reaction from jaerschen in H.M.S. Triton 1:48 scale cross section - FINISHED
Greetings to all,
Since I started on the main mast, I had to go about making the trestle trees and top for the mast. The trestle tree wasn’t really rocket science but the top was a different matter due to the fact that I had to make rabbet joints where the boards met. I’ve already mentioned that I have huge mitts for certain aspects of the build that makes me feel like I’m all thumbs and I don’t have a Byrnes table saw that most people already have. So what I did was cut 1/32” basswood down to size and overlapped the corners of the top. Once dry, I came back and added more strips to fill in the gaps between the overlaps. Upon completion of the top I gave it its shape, added the battens and ring, and finally added the top’s rail. I must point out that on the mast itself; I’ve also added wooldings on every other painter’s tape simulated iron hoop. The following photos will show how my Triton is coming along.
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