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My pleasure Ray. It's not of the period you like but it's a really nice kit. My goal is to eventually build a scratch built plank on frame frigate. That's a long way away for me.
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Ray, Many people start with the Model Shipways Armed Virginia Sloop. I have that kit and don't feel I'm ready to start it. I am working on the Model Shipways Glad Tidings as a second build it it has it's challenges but is not difficult with some help from the forum.
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Ray, The ship you like would not be impossible but it would be very difficult and frustrating. I would start with something with one mast and a simple rig. Also keep in mind that planking the hull well takes practice. You may not want to invest that much money on a kit to learn on.
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Ray, The major parts to build the frame of the ship will be cut out for you. You will need to final shape some of them. The hull planks will just be strips of wood that will need to be shaped and fitted. There will also be metal parts that may need a little cleaning up. You might be able to use your Model Master paints but many people seem to be using Artist Acrylics in the tube these days. I have not tried them yet but plan to on my current build.
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Hi Ray, I have seen many great wooden ship models built with just simple hand tools. Some of the fancy tools make certain jobs easier but the hand tools do just fine. I mostly use hobby knives, razor saw, measuring tools and clamps. There are a few other tools that you can get as you go. One of the best tools is this forum.
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You guys building the Aggy have me wanting to start saving my pennies to buy the kit. Of course I am years away from a having the skill to build it so I have plenty of time to save the pennies.
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Looks great Tom. You might try wads of painters tack cloth with tweezers. The tack cloth picks up dust like a magnet.
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Tim, I have been studying your planking runs and have decided I need to adjust my battens a bit. I picked up some chart tape to use instead of wood with pins. It might be easier to do fine adjustments. I think what I have done so far is going to work but if I keep going without lining off for each plank like you did I will run out of real estate. I will use tick strip and proportional dividers. You pictures have been very instructional. Thank you.
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Gil, It would be my pleasure to buy you a cup off coffe and have a chat. Al
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Tim, I am doing something similar but one row at a time. I have been dividing the belt into number of planks remaining at each station as I go. It's probably easier to do it your way. I also notice your battens don't sweep up as much as mine at the bow. I think the planks that I have set so far are pretty good but I may need to adjust that battens. Your plank run looks really nice. Mine will need much sanding.
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Great displays neighbor. You have much to be proud of.
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I have seen some great builds of the CW Morgan on the forum. I would push MS for new parts in good condition.
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Your Victory is beautiful. That sure is a big ship.
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It may be slow going but it's time well spent. I like the idea of using the clear film for layout. Very nice.
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HM Cutter Cheerful 1806 by Erik W - 1:48 scale
alde replied to Erik W's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1801 - 1850
That looks great. Nice and even on both sides. Heck, 2028 is just around the corner. -
Talk about slow going. I have taken almost 2 days to install 2 rows of planks on both sides. I'm sure glad this one will be painted. I am using the patterns provided on the plans and if they are made to the line or just inside they size out right. I have been checking the width of each plank with a tick strip and my proportional dividers. It looks like a hack job compaired to some of you guys.
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Nice looking hull Rusty. I just ordered Chuck's kit but need to learn a bit more before I start it.
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That looks great Chuck. I think there will be plenty of contrast once they are rigged.
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Maybe a stain to give them a little contrast with the deck?
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They look really good in a natural finish. Black looks good too but red would be too much IMO. Maybe nature trucks with red axles? I ordered the Cheerful starter kit today. I am really excited but need to be patient and finish a couple more kits before I start it.
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Ouch, that is a major re-work. It did look darn good the way it was but you need to be happy with it.
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Elijah, Kurt's cherry veneer should be perfect for your planking. You will learn so much and have great rewards for it. You really seem to be willing to take on a challenge and working through things.
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She's coming together nicely. Great job on the stern frames.
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