bundybear1981 Posted March 8, 2013 Share #1 Posted March 8, 2013 After building my first kit, the HM Cutter Mermaid, I decided to go with another of the Australian Colonial series of models from Modellers Shipyard with the Schooner Port Jackson 1803. Kit Contents Check Laser Cut Sheets This time I sorted and labelled all the parts at the start to make it easier to find the bit I need as I built. The Card Parts Organized Drawers Labelled with Parts phiSuter 1 Quote Thanks, Jason Tarr Current Build : Longboat - HMS Sirius 1786 Completed Build : HM Mermaid 1817 Completed Build : Colonial Schooner Port Jackson 1803 Upcoming Build : Colonial Sloop Norfolk 1798 Upcoming Build : Colonial Brig Perseverance 1807 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bundybear1981 Posted March 8, 2013 Author Share #2 Posted March 8, 2013 Today I made my start on the Jackson. I carefully cut the bulkheads out of the laser cut ply and checked for a true fit. Some adjustments were required (a couple needed lifting and others needed to be lowered) Bulkheads Glued (Deck is floating to help square the bulkheads) When checking the fits after gluing I noted one bulkhead had slightly lifted (#7, you can see in the first picture it no longer has a true fit to the keel). I adjusted it before the glue had a chance to set. After leaving this to dry for 24 hrs I then glued the deck to the model, pinning down the centre and along each bulkhead towards the outside. This was now left to dry overnight. Jobbie 1 Quote Thanks, Jason Tarr Current Build : Longboat - HMS Sirius 1786 Completed Build : HM Mermaid 1817 Completed Build : Colonial Schooner Port Jackson 1803 Upcoming Build : Colonial Sloop Norfolk 1798 Upcoming Build : Colonial Brig Perseverance 1807 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bundybear1981 Posted March 8, 2013 Author Share #3 Posted March 8, 2013 Today I made a start on the faring. On my last build this set wasn't done as well as it could have been leading to issues during the planking so I spent more time to get it exactly right this time. Jobbie 1 Quote Thanks, Jason Tarr Current Build : Longboat - HMS Sirius 1786 Completed Build : HM Mermaid 1817 Completed Build : Colonial Schooner Port Jackson 1803 Upcoming Build : Colonial Sloop Norfolk 1798 Upcoming Build : Colonial Brig Perseverance 1807 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted March 8, 2013 Share #4 Posted March 8, 2013 Crikey, that didn't take you long! As I explained on your 'Mermaid' thread, the name of this little ship should really be 'Mercury'. Looking forward to seeing her grow. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bundybear1981 Posted March 8, 2013 Author Share #5 Posted March 8, 2013 Today I made a start on the first layer of planking. First Plank Run First Group of Planks Second Group of Planks Third Group of Planks This time I had a much nicer finish on the first planking layer with much better meets on the bow and a more even run to the keel. Quote Thanks, Jason Tarr Current Build : Longboat - HMS Sirius 1786 Completed Build : HM Mermaid 1817 Completed Build : Colonial Schooner Port Jackson 1803 Upcoming Build : Colonial Sloop Norfolk 1798 Upcoming Build : Colonial Brig Perseverance 1807 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bundybear1981 Posted March 8, 2013 Author Share #6 Posted March 8, 2013 My next effort was sanding and finishing of the 1st layer of planking. After the sanding was completed the end result was one that I was very happy with. The next step will be the 2nd layer of planking this weekend. Finish of 1st Planking Run Sanding Ready for 2nd Planking Jobbie 1 Quote Thanks, Jason Tarr Current Build : Longboat - HMS Sirius 1786 Completed Build : HM Mermaid 1817 Completed Build : Colonial Schooner Port Jackson 1803 Upcoming Build : Colonial Sloop Norfolk 1798 Upcoming Build : Colonial Brig Perseverance 1807 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bundybear1981 Posted March 18, 2013 Author Share #7 Posted March 18, 2013 Over the last week I made an effort on the 2nd planking layer. I was quite happy with the results. The next stage will be the decking The finish is still wet here making it look more shiny then it actually is... Jobbie 1 Quote Thanks, Jason Tarr Current Build : Longboat - HMS Sirius 1786 Completed Build : HM Mermaid 1817 Completed Build : Colonial Schooner Port Jackson 1803 Upcoming Build : Colonial Sloop Norfolk 1798 Upcoming Build : Colonial Brig Perseverance 1807 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bundybear1981 Posted March 24, 2013 Author Share #8 Posted March 24, 2013 Another update of my build I've completed the decking, added the caprails and made most the deck furniture. Had some issues with doing the decking, in the video it showed joggling but I was unable to find reference to it in the written plans or the timber mentioned in the video on the parts list or in the plans. I ended up forcing a plank around the outer run which came up well. Some of my deck furnishing waiting to be installed. Jobbie and phiSuter 2 Quote Thanks, Jason Tarr Current Build : Longboat - HMS Sirius 1786 Completed Build : HM Mermaid 1817 Completed Build : Colonial Schooner Port Jackson 1803 Upcoming Build : Colonial Sloop Norfolk 1798 Upcoming Build : Colonial Brig Perseverance 1807 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bundybear1981 Posted April 22, 2013 Author Share #9 Posted April 22, 2013 Been a bit busy with work over Easter so I haven't had much time to get on and post updates on my build. She's coming along nicely. Since my last post I've fitted the deck furniture, side rails, dead eyes and rudder. She is starting to take shape now! The deck furnished Side Elevated Side Image Jobbie 1 Quote Thanks, Jason Tarr Current Build : Longboat - HMS Sirius 1786 Completed Build : HM Mermaid 1817 Completed Build : Colonial Schooner Port Jackson 1803 Upcoming Build : Colonial Sloop Norfolk 1798 Upcoming Build : Colonial Brig Perseverance 1807 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rebekb Posted April 22, 2013 Share #10 Posted April 22, 2013 Very nice! I do have to say, that's a lot of hemostats... :Q Quote * * * * * * * * First-time builder Current build: Mini-Mamoli Mississippi Sternwheeler On the shelf: MM: Charles Morgan, La Goleta MW: Ches. Flattie, Crabbing Skiff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted April 22, 2013 Share #11 Posted April 22, 2013 She certainly is coming along nicely, Jason. Your's is coming along much faster than the original! John bundybear1981 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bundybear1981 Posted May 3, 2013 Author Share #12 Posted May 3, 2013 I've been a bit slack on updating this so here is the latest updates on the Jackson Since my last post I've shaped and constructed the masts, booms, trestlets and started doing the standing rigging. The Masts and Booms constructed Trestlets Up they go - Masts positioned Rigging started GrandpaPhil and phiSuter 2 Quote Thanks, Jason Tarr Current Build : Longboat - HMS Sirius 1786 Completed Build : HM Mermaid 1817 Completed Build : Colonial Schooner Port Jackson 1803 Upcoming Build : Colonial Sloop Norfolk 1798 Upcoming Build : Colonial Brig Perseverance 1807 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted May 3, 2013 Share #13 Posted May 3, 2013 Crikey, Jason, you're nearly there! Another 'Mercury' almost ready to sail! John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bundybear1981 Posted May 3, 2013 Author Share #14 Posted May 3, 2013 thanks John Been an enjoyable build so far. Hoping to get some ropework done today will my little one is having her nap. Quote Thanks, Jason Tarr Current Build : Longboat - HMS Sirius 1786 Completed Build : HM Mermaid 1817 Completed Build : Colonial Schooner Port Jackson 1803 Upcoming Build : Colonial Sloop Norfolk 1798 Upcoming Build : Colonial Brig Perseverance 1807 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff-E Posted May 7, 2013 Share #15 Posted May 7, 2013 Hi Jason, I've just had a look through both your builds.Very nice work on both of them. At the rate you build them you will probably have your next build, if it is the Norfolk, finished before I do Quote Cheers Jeff Current Builds; HMS Supply Completed Builds; AL Swift 1805; Colonial Sloop Norfolk; HMS Victory Bow Section; HM Schooner Pickle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mathewp Posted June 21, 2013 Share #16 Posted June 21, 2013 Looks very nice Jason, a fast build too. Sapphire 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lister Posted September 5, 2013 Share #17 Posted September 5, 2013 Hi Jason Looks very nice i think i will have a go at this one myself, was looking for a new build to dust of the cobwebs D ve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterbrowne Posted November 12, 2020 Share #18 Posted November 12, 2020 On 4/22/2013 at 1:42 PM, rebekb said: Very nice! I do have to say, that's a lot of hemostats... :Q Clamps, unless I missed some blood flow, Jason you OK??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter6172 Posted January 30, 2022 Share #19 Posted January 30, 2022 I successfully completed the Port Jackson with scratch built sails and associated rigging. It was my first build and I was pleased with the kit albeit some instruction errors still exist even in 2021. GrandpaPhil 1 Quote Completed: PORT JACKSON - 1803 Topsail Schooner 1/50 by Modellers Shipyard HMB ENDEAVOUR - 1768 Bark 1/64 by Artesania Latina Under Construction: HMAV BOUNTY - 1/60 by Amati NORFOLK Colonial Sloop- 1/64 Scratchbuild HMS EURYALUS - 1:48 Scratchbuild POF Next Project: HMS THUNDRER - 1/48 CAF Models/Scratchbuild Planned: HMS SUPPLY - 1/64 Scratchbuild HMS SIRIUS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcpwilk Posted April 6, 2022 Share #20 Posted April 6, 2022 Quote albeit some instruction errors still exist even in 2021 This is very nicely done and the sails look just right. I understand that the plans for this kit were based on drawings by Karl Heinz Marquardt. I am currently rigging my scratch built 1/48 scale model, based on the plans from the National Maritime Museum with a sail/rigging plan drawn by David MacGregor. The NMM plans show two options; sloop rigged with a single mast and channels with three deadeyes or schooner rigged and channels with four deadeyes for both fore and mainmasts, the forward three deadeyes for the lower mast, the aft deadeye for the topmast. The rigging plans also show yards crossed on both masts with a topsail as well as a driver on the mainmast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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