Simonf Posted March 8, 2013 #1 Posted March 8, 2013 onto the next build i started building this kit a couple of days ago and so far ive got the hull framing done on both half of the boat, ive also got the false decks glued down and started to shape the hull ready for planking, ive also made a start on some of the deck structures too
wilbar Posted April 2, 2013 #2 Posted April 2, 2013 Simonf I started this last month. One hull half planked (rough). I also started several deck structures, etc. I can send photos if you are interested. A couple things I would recommend right away are to figure out how masts will be supported (some extra wood under decks), and beware of how bullwark 19 is applied to frame. I think I did mine wrong, which will result in tumble-home of bullwark at stern. Once again can provide details/photos if interested. On a side note, in my kit I received two F100 whereas 3 are required, and 3 F112 whereas only 2 are needed. Plus no F72 seen on drawing for tall mast outfitting is provided or identified. Not unsurmountable problems but I was wondering if your kit is similarly deficient. As for materials I am happy with most items except the rigging thread F71 seems to be low quality. I used it on the dog-sled and it looks primitive (I am sure the mounties would not approve). I will be looking for some other material for rigging.
wilbar Posted April 3, 2013 #3 Posted April 3, 2013 Simon I started my own build log to post my photos. Hope you don't give up on the forum. We seem to be only ones interested in building St Roch.
stu Posted April 12, 2013 #4 Posted April 12, 2013 Simon. I built this a couple of years ago but unfortunately did not keep a build log. With patience it makes a nice model. I will be interested in following your progress.
Q A's Revenge Posted September 29, 2013 #5 Posted September 29, 2013 (edited) Been six months I know but any updates on this? The St Roch is on my short list! Update: Just had a look at the plans and F100 are the lights and it lists only two which is correct, one port and one starboard. F113 are vents but can't see where they are fitted. I think blocks below decks is a good idea for the masts. Second update! Just looked at photo's of the original and there IS a third (white) light pictured but not sure Billings mention this?!!! Edited September 29, 2013 by Q A's Revenge
wilbar Posted September 30, 2013 #6 Posted September 30, 2013 QA revenge---I put everything away for the summer. I will get it out for winter work probably in January. As I recall the third light is somewhere on the deck house rail as seen from aft.
Q A's Revenge Posted September 30, 2013 #7 Posted September 30, 2013 QA revenge---I put everything away for the summer. I will get it out for winter work probably in January. As I recall the third light is somewhere on the deck house rail as seen from aft. Look forward to the re-start!
hamilton Posted October 13, 2013 #8 Posted October 13, 2013 If anyone working on the St Roch lives outside of the Lower Mainland of BC, I can forward reference shots of the real thing, kept in the Vancouver Maritime museum. I sent a number of shots to another forum member who had a St Roch build log on the old MSW....but i think he may have discontinued his build.....let me know if you're interested.... current builds: Corel HMS Bellona (1780); Admiralty models Echo cross-section (semi-scratch) previous builds: MS Phantom (scuttled, 2017); MS Sultana (1767); Corel Brittany Sloop (scuttled, 2022); MS Kate Cory; MS Armed Virginia Sloop (in need of a refit); Corel Flattie; Mamoli Gretel; Amati Bluenose (1921) (scuttled, 2023); AL San Francisco (destroyed by land krakens [i.e., cats]); Corel Toulonnaise (1823); MS Glad Tidings (1937) (in need of a refit); HMS Blandford (1719) from Corel HMS Greyhound; Fair Rosamund (1832) from OcCre Dos Amigos (missing in action); Amati Hannah (ship in a bottle); Mamoli America (1851); Bluenose fishing schooner (1921) (scratch); Off-Centre Sailing Skiff (scratch) under the bench: MS Emma C Barry; MS USS Constitution; MS Flying Fish; Corel Berlin; a wood supplier Colonial Schooner Hannah; Victory Models H.M.S. Fly; CAF Models HMS Granado; MS USS Confederacy
cdogg Posted October 13, 2013 #9 Posted October 13, 2013 Hamilton, if you have any photos of St Roch can you post them on MSW? I would be really interested in seeing them. Thanks! Casey "I drank what?" - Socrates Current Builds: Corel Scotland Baltic Ketch 1775 AL Mare Nostrum 1/570 RMS Titanic - Revell Plastic Model Kit Finished Builds: Midwest The Dinghy Midwest Chesapeake Bay Flattie Midwest Muscongus Bay Lobster Smack Future Builds: Mamoli Golden Hind Mamoli Black Prince AL Swift
wilbar Posted October 16, 2013 #10 Posted October 16, 2013 If anyone working on the St Roch lives outside of the Lower Mainland of BC, I can forward reference shots of the real thing, kept in the Vancouver Maritime museum. I sent a number of shots to another forum member who had a St Roch build log on the old MSW....but i think he may have discontinued his build.....let me know if you're interested.... Hamilton I have started on St Roch and i am interested in your pictures. Wilbar
hamilton Posted October 16, 2013 #11 Posted October 16, 2013 If any moderators are reading this - is there a place where I can post my photos of the St Roch? Maybe in one of the sub-forums as a separate topic? Would like to share, but not sure where the best place would be....don't also want to take over this log.... hamilton current builds: Corel HMS Bellona (1780); Admiralty models Echo cross-section (semi-scratch) previous builds: MS Phantom (scuttled, 2017); MS Sultana (1767); Corel Brittany Sloop (scuttled, 2022); MS Kate Cory; MS Armed Virginia Sloop (in need of a refit); Corel Flattie; Mamoli Gretel; Amati Bluenose (1921) (scuttled, 2023); AL San Francisco (destroyed by land krakens [i.e., cats]); Corel Toulonnaise (1823); MS Glad Tidings (1937) (in need of a refit); HMS Blandford (1719) from Corel HMS Greyhound; Fair Rosamund (1832) from OcCre Dos Amigos (missing in action); Amati Hannah (ship in a bottle); Mamoli America (1851); Bluenose fishing schooner (1921) (scratch); Off-Centre Sailing Skiff (scratch) under the bench: MS Emma C Barry; MS USS Constitution; MS Flying Fish; Corel Berlin; a wood supplier Colonial Schooner Hannah; Victory Models H.M.S. Fly; CAF Models HMS Granado; MS USS Confederacy
Q A's Revenge Posted October 16, 2013 #12 Posted October 16, 2013 Are these the pictures, about 2/3 the way down the page? http://buildingthestroch.blogspot.co.uk/
hamilton Posted October 17, 2013 #13 Posted October 17, 2013 Those are the ones - I often take our son to the VMM, but currently the St Roch is closed for renovations. Not sure when it will be open again, but if the photos on that link don't serve or if there's a specific element you want a photo of, I can try to find out at the museum when it will re-open (soon I imagine - it's been off limits for a long while) and get in there to get some more shots - taking requests now hamilton current builds: Corel HMS Bellona (1780); Admiralty models Echo cross-section (semi-scratch) previous builds: MS Phantom (scuttled, 2017); MS Sultana (1767); Corel Brittany Sloop (scuttled, 2022); MS Kate Cory; MS Armed Virginia Sloop (in need of a refit); Corel Flattie; Mamoli Gretel; Amati Bluenose (1921) (scuttled, 2023); AL San Francisco (destroyed by land krakens [i.e., cats]); Corel Toulonnaise (1823); MS Glad Tidings (1937) (in need of a refit); HMS Blandford (1719) from Corel HMS Greyhound; Fair Rosamund (1832) from OcCre Dos Amigos (missing in action); Amati Hannah (ship in a bottle); Mamoli America (1851); Bluenose fishing schooner (1921) (scratch); Off-Centre Sailing Skiff (scratch) under the bench: MS Emma C Barry; MS USS Constitution; MS Flying Fish; Corel Berlin; a wood supplier Colonial Schooner Hannah; Victory Models H.M.S. Fly; CAF Models HMS Granado; MS USS Confederacy
Q A's Revenge Posted October 17, 2013 #14 Posted October 17, 2013 (edited) http://www.billingboats.com/instructions/BB605%20RCMP%20St.Roch_Instructions.pdf Any good Brian. Edited October 17, 2013 by Q A's Revenge
Q A's Revenge Posted October 17, 2013 #15 Posted October 17, 2013 Schooner heavily built for use in the Arctic: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St._Roch_(ship)
stu Posted November 15, 2013 #16 Posted November 15, 2013 I have some pictures from the museum website and also have incorporated details that could be seen on the museum's virtual tour. However, I have not been able to access the virtual tour lately. Is it still up?
stu Posted November 15, 2013 #17 Posted November 15, 2013 Apologies. The referenced virtual tour was found on www.bosunsmate.org but appears to be no longer available. Pity, it was very good.
Simonf Posted May 25, 2014 Author #18 Posted May 25, 2014 Wow, has it been that long since I started my build First off, i apologise for not replying or posting any updates here for a while, I decided to take a break from building for a while and concentrate on others things, but I think now I'm gonna have another crack at and get the st roch finished hamilton 1
hamilton Posted May 25, 2014 #19 Posted May 25, 2014 Looking forward to some more progress on this one! Glad to see you're back hamilton current builds: Corel HMS Bellona (1780); Admiralty models Echo cross-section (semi-scratch) previous builds: MS Phantom (scuttled, 2017); MS Sultana (1767); Corel Brittany Sloop (scuttled, 2022); MS Kate Cory; MS Armed Virginia Sloop (in need of a refit); Corel Flattie; Mamoli Gretel; Amati Bluenose (1921) (scuttled, 2023); AL San Francisco (destroyed by land krakens [i.e., cats]); Corel Toulonnaise (1823); MS Glad Tidings (1937) (in need of a refit); HMS Blandford (1719) from Corel HMS Greyhound; Fair Rosamund (1832) from OcCre Dos Amigos (missing in action); Amati Hannah (ship in a bottle); Mamoli America (1851); Bluenose fishing schooner (1921) (scratch); Off-Centre Sailing Skiff (scratch) under the bench: MS Emma C Barry; MS USS Constitution; MS Flying Fish; Corel Berlin; a wood supplier Colonial Schooner Hannah; Victory Models H.M.S. Fly; CAF Models HMS Granado; MS USS Confederacy
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