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Nirvana
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Nirvana reacted to vossiewulf in Newsworthy updates from Chris Watton
If they haven't thought of it yet, @Chuck and Mr. Watton should think about either entirely merging or at least synergizing their operations, with Chuck supplying certain fittings/rigging line/wood upgrades etc.
But a single model company with kits designed by Chuck and Chris? Sign me up
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Nirvana reacted to Eric W in US Brig Syren by Eric W - Model Shipways - 1:64
I am also going to take Chuck's advice and fill in the spaces on either side of the stern ports.
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Nirvana reacted to Eric W in US Brig Syren by Eric W - Model Shipways - 1:64
Stern framing....egad! Most of the pieces on this kit have been excellent. My stern frames were a bit warped, though. When I first had everything fitted, it looked about as straight as an eight year -old's mouth. I should have taken a photo then. After sanding and re-gluing some pieces, I have the following result. Better, but there is a slight curve aft on the port side. I am using "hope" as a method, and hoping it will come into line once I start paying planks. It is pretty flexible.
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Nirvana reacted to MrBlueJacket in The Trawler by MrBlueJacket - FINISHED - Laughing Whale/Midwest Products - scale 7/16" = 1' (1:27.4)
So I thought I might as well add the deck before shooting the green paint......
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Nirvana reacted to MrBlueJacket in The Trawler by MrBlueJacket - FINISHED - Laughing Whale/Midwest Products - scale 7/16" = 1' (1:27.4)
In the meantime, built the propane tank, X-band radar, and muffler/exhaust as well as painting the pilot house.
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Nirvana reacted to MrBlueJacket in The Trawler by MrBlueJacket - FINISHED - Laughing Whale/Midwest Products - scale 7/16" = 1' (1:27.4)
Quick bit of detail for inside the pilot house
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Nirvana reacted to MrBlueJacket in The Trawler by MrBlueJacket - FINISHED - Laughing Whale/Midwest Products - scale 7/16" = 1' (1:27.4)
And the caprail and spray rail
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Nirvana reacted to MrBlueJacket in The Trawler by MrBlueJacket - FINISHED - Laughing Whale/Midwest Products - scale 7/16" = 1' (1:27.4)
Here is the hatch cover for the hold.
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Nirvana reacted to MrBlueJacket in The Trawler by MrBlueJacket - FINISHED - Laughing Whale/Midwest Products - scale 7/16" = 1' (1:27.4)
Here's the companionway and the gallows getting painted. The gallows will stay grey, and the companionway will be white.
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Nirvana reacted to MrBlueJacket in The Trawler by MrBlueJacket - FINISHED - Laughing Whale/Midwest Products - scale 7/16" = 1' (1:27.4)
So I finally bit the bullet and taped off the hull and painted the green. Next will come masking the waterline and painting the anit-fouling red.
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Nirvana got a reaction from Murphy in Newsworthy updates from Chris Watton
Mr. Watton, I am glad to see you are going outside the manufacturer line, and creating your own choice of "kits". Just like Mr. Passaro. I can see a line of potential customers for your products.
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Nirvana got a reaction from popeye the sailor in H.M.S. BOUNTY by Jerry's Admiral - FINISHED - Amati - Scale 1:60
James, I am pulling up my comfy chair, grabbing my cup of Swedish coffee and getting ready for the build. Hope someone has a Danish bread or something similar.
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Nirvana got a reaction from cog in Sir Winston Churchill by Messis - FINISHED - Woody Joe - 1/75
Christos,
Here is a picture when I did my waterline.
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Nirvana got a reaction from cog in Sir Winston Churchill by Messis - FINISHED - Woody Joe - 1/75
Attached the laser unit to a camera tri-pod about 4ft away, this way I got some working space.
Then use a pencil to make tick marks along the line. Then you can start masking off for painting.
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Nirvana got a reaction from cog in Sir Winston Churchill by Messis - FINISHED - Woody Joe - 1/75
Messi's. Now that looks right. Great save.
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Nirvana got a reaction from Tigersteve in Sir Winston Churchill by Messis - FINISHED - Woody Joe - 1/75
Attached the laser unit to a camera tri-pod about 4ft away, this way I got some working space.
Then use a pencil to make tick marks along the line. Then you can start masking off for painting.
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Nirvana got a reaction from CDW in Sir Winston Churchill by Messis - FINISHED - Woody Joe - 1/75
Messis,
When I did the waterline on my Bluenose I used a laserlever, I have a cheap one........ you can get them from any hardware store or online.
With that tool you will for certain get a straight waterline. I am to buy a new one for my next ship.
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Nirvana got a reaction from mtaylor in Newsworthy updates from Chris Watton
Mr. Watton, I am glad to see you are going outside the manufacturer line, and creating your own choice of "kits". Just like Mr. Passaro. I can see a line of potential customers for your products.
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Nirvana got a reaction from Kevin in Newsworthy updates from Chris Watton
Mr. Watton, I am glad to see you are going outside the manufacturer line, and creating your own choice of "kits". Just like Mr. Passaro. I can see a line of potential customers for your products.
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Nirvana got a reaction from Rustyj in Newsworthy updates from Chris Watton
Mr. Watton, I am glad to see you are going outside the manufacturer line, and creating your own choice of "kits". Just like Mr. Passaro. I can see a line of potential customers for your products.
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Nirvana got a reaction from paulsutcliffe in Newsworthy updates from Chris Watton
Mr. Watton, I am glad to see you are going outside the manufacturer line, and creating your own choice of "kits". Just like Mr. Passaro. I can see a line of potential customers for your products.
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Nirvana got a reaction from Canute in Newsworthy updates from Chris Watton
Mr. Watton, I am glad to see you are going outside the manufacturer line, and creating your own choice of "kits". Just like Mr. Passaro. I can see a line of potential customers for your products.
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Nirvana got a reaction from thibaultron in Cleats
I am using Chuck's cleats in the building of the Bluenose, see the latest picture in my build log where I had to alter them according to the plans.
Take a look at this picture of the fife rail, and where you have the base legs.
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Nirvana got a reaction from mtaylor in An attempt at hull modeling with Fusion 360 Loft + Rails
I have done a couple "hulls" using F360. One thing I figured out was to center the canvas origin on the 00 bulkhead location where the waterline meets.
This way I found it easier to work forth and aft in right sequence, naming each plane accordingly to the bulkhead.
However, the only issue I have had is to line up the imported sketch to 0/90 angle towards the planes.
Looking good though.
I am to work the F360 tonight after work.
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