gjdale Posted March 10, 2013 Share #91 Posted March 10, 2013 So where does the expression "Groundhog Day" (meaning same thing over again) come from (apart from the movie that is) ? Quote Grant ____________________________________________________ Current builds: African Queen - Radio Control / Live Steam Previous builds: The Shipyard at Foss' Landing (Diorama), Hannah - Ship in a Bottle, NRG Capstan Project, 1869 Allerton Steam Pumper, Medway Longboat , Alfa Romeo Spider Gran Touring (Pocher) , Da Vinci Flying Machine, 1949 Chris Craft 19' Racing Runabout - Dumas - Radio, Bomb Vessel Granado, 1742 - Cross Section - Scratchbuild, HMS Victory (Mamoli 1:90), Cutty Sark, Armed Pinnace, Bounty, Santa Maria At another place: Stephenson's Rocket (OcCre 1:24) (click the title to follow the link) In the Gallery: Lancia Armata 1803, Bomb Vessel Granada, 1742 Cross Section, 1949 Chris Craft 19' Racing Runabout Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
augie Posted March 10, 2013 Share #92 Posted March 10, 2013 Ah, February 2nd. If you look (and listen) around Europe, there is a legend of the Lady of the Candles which occurs on Feb 2 of each year. Probably has some ancient religious basis? Anyway, this woman 'appears' carrying candles and, if they go out winter lasts another six weeks. If they stay lit, Spring will be early. Here in the USA we are more 'earthy', less ethereal. So we have this legend of the groundhog. He appears out of his hole on 2/2 and if he stays out, Spring will be early. But if he sees his shadow and goes back in the hole, winter lasts 6 more weeks. Same basic idea. Except, being practical minded Americans, we have an actual groundhog, Punxatawney Phil, who lives in the state of Pennsylvania and we get the whole event on video. Phil, who is currently female, lives forever of course! Quote Augie Current Build: US Frigate Confederacy - MS 1:64 Previous Builds : US Brig Syren (MS) - 2013 (see Completed Ship Gallery) Greek Tug Ulises (OcCre) - 2009 (see Completed Ship Gallery) Victory Cross Section (Corel) - 1988 Essex (MS) 1/8"- 1976 Cutty Sark (Revell 1:96) - 1956 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbuilder101 Posted March 10, 2013 Share #93 Posted March 10, 2013 The same happens here in Canada, only we have Wiarton Willie. Quote Sherry Every goodbye is the birth of a memory... Current Build: San Felipe Finished Builds: Mayflower Build Log Gallery: Mayflower Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted March 10, 2013 Author Share #94 Posted March 10, 2013 Here in Pz we just look at the thermometer! John PS Can we get back to the Stag now? trippwj and newbuilder101 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popeye the sailor Posted March 11, 2013 Share #95 Posted March 11, 2013 all I see is .50 cents for the nose! I think I can still cash in after all these years! Quote I yam wot I yam! finished builds: Billings Nordkap 476 / Billings Cux 87 / Billings Mary Ann / Billings AmericA - reissue Billings Regina - bashed into the Susan A / Andrea Gail 1:20 - semi scratch w/ Billing instructions M&M Fun Ship - semi scratch build / Gundalow - scratch build / Jeanne D'Arc - Heller Phylly C & Denny-Zen - the Lobsie twins - bashed & semi scratch dual build Billing T78 Norden in dry dock: Billing's Gothenborg 1:100 / Billing's Boulogne Etaples 1:20 Billing's Half Moon 1:40 - some scratch required Revell U.S.S. United States 1:96 - plastic/ wood modified / Academy Titanic 1:400 Trawler Syborn - semi scratch / Holiday Harbor dual build - semi scratch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnobiumPunctatum Posted March 11, 2013 Share #96 Posted March 11, 2013 I followed your log on MSW 1.0 but now I am really surprised. I didn't realize that the scale of your model was 1/96. It's looking really good. Quote Regards Christian Current build: HM Cutter Alert, 1777; HM Sloop Fly, 1776 - 1/36 On the drawing board: English Ship Sloops Fly, 1776, Comet, 1783 and Aetna, 1776; Naval Cutter Alert, 1777 Paused: HMS Triton, 1771 - 1/48 "Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it." Salvador Dali Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainbob Posted March 11, 2013 Share #97 Posted March 11, 2013 PS Can we get back to the Stag now? Please do. It's your log. Quote Every build is a learning experience. Current build: SS_ Mariefred Completed builds: US Coast Guard Pequot Friendship-sloop, Schooner Lettie-G.-Howard, Spray, Grand-Banks-dory, a gaff rigged yawl, HOGA (YT-146), Int'l Dragon Class II, Two Edwardian Launches In the Gallery: Catboat, International-Dragon-Class, Spray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted March 11, 2013 Author Share #98 Posted March 11, 2013 Christian - thanks for your support! Bob - I thought it was the Ground Hog's! John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fnkershner Posted March 12, 2013 Share #99 Posted March 12, 2013 So Jim where's your update? Come on now no hiding. No dithering either. It's long past time for some progress! Quote Current Builds - 18th Century Longboat, MS Syren Completed Builds - MS Bluenose, Panart BatteStation Cross section, Endevour J Boat Half Hull, Windego Half Hull, R/C T37 Breezing Along, R/C Victoria 32, SolCat 18 On the shelf - Panart San Felipe, Euromodel Ajax, C.Mamoli America, Its a sailor's Life for me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bhermann Posted March 12, 2013 Share #100 Posted March 12, 2013 (edited) Ah, February 2nd. If you look (and listen) around Europe, there is a legend of the Lady of the Candles which occurs on Feb 2 of each year. Probably has some ancient religious basis? Anyway, this woman 'appears' carrying candles and, if they go out winter lasts another six weeks. If they stay lit, Spring will be early. Here in the USA we are more 'earthy', less ethereal. So we have this legend of the groundhog. He appears out of his hole on 2/2 and if he stays out, Spring will be early. But if he sees his shadow and goes back in the hole, winter lasts 6 more weeks. Same basic idea. Except, being practical minded Americans, we have an actual groundhog, Punxatawney Phil, who lives in the state of Pennsylvania and we get the whole event on video. Phil, who is currently female, lives forever of course! Since John has no update, I'll stay over on this topic for just a moment. I believe one of the ancient bases for all this is Imbolc, If you Google it, you can find references to Irish, Roman, Pagan, and Wiccan festivities to name a few. As an amateur astronomer, I am interested that it falls half way between the Winter Solstice (Northern Hemisphere) and the vernal equinox. It seems that it was originally one of those "we really hope Spring is coming soon" events invented by people suffering from SAD. Now, John, please get us back on track Bob Edited March 12, 2013 by bhermann Quote Current build -- MS Bluenose Future build - MS Flying Fish "A ship is safe in harbor, but that's not what ships are for." - William G. T. Shedd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
augie Posted March 12, 2013 Share #101 Posted March 12, 2013 Bob has it. I was trying to think of the other name I've heard......it's Candlemas. OK, back to Stag. Quote Augie Current Build: US Frigate Confederacy - MS 1:64 Previous Builds : US Brig Syren (MS) - 2013 (see Completed Ship Gallery) Greek Tug Ulises (OcCre) - 2009 (see Completed Ship Gallery) Victory Cross Section (Corel) - 1988 Essex (MS) 1/8"- 1976 Cutty Sark (Revell 1:96) - 1956 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cap'n Rat Fink Posted March 15, 2013 Share #102 Posted March 15, 2013 Hi John, Just checking in on any updates on your Stag. After reading a couple of pages.....my sincere apologies for starting this rotant thing... Quote Thank You all... Mario "Each of us is a mixture of some good and some not so good qualities. In considering one's fellow man it's important to remember the good things ... We should refrain from making judgments just because a fella happens to be a dirty, rotten SOB(biscuit) " My Builds.... BETTEAU WAR OF 1812 BOUNTY LAUNCH(bashed) CHESAPEAKE BAY FLATTIE THE SEA of GALILEE BOAT VICTORIAN STEAM LAUNCH(bashed) HOWARD CHAPELLE's CRABBING SKIFF LADY KATHRINE 1812 SCHOONER Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted March 15, 2013 Author Share #103 Posted March 15, 2013 Oh, was it you Mario? I thought it was rather fun! John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted March 25, 2013 Author Share #104 Posted March 25, 2013 A small update at last. I've been having some computer problems (Windows died) but all seems well now - that's why this update is a bit late. Last Wednesday at the museum I got a little done, but spent most of my time talking to visitors and discussing the museum with one of the staff, rsther than in modelling. Never mind - there's always next time! Most of the hardware in now fitted to the mast and I must say I'm rather pleased with the overall look. Everything is just sitting the loose at the moment. Hopefully I can get a bit of serious rigging done next time I'm in. John Blue Ensign, mtaylor, popeye the sailor and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted March 25, 2013 Share #105 Posted March 25, 2013 John: That is looking very good. Nice winch at the base of the mast. I like the iron work on the masthead as well. The sail hoops look great. What material did you use on them? Russ Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Ensign Posted March 25, 2013 Share #106 Posted March 25, 2013 She looks magnificent John, a really fine model, you have every right to feel pleased. B.E. Quote Current Build: HMS Indefatigable-1794-by-blue-ensign-vanguard-models-164-scale Medway-longboat-1742-by-blue-ensign-½”-scale Completed builds: HMS Sphinx 1775 by Blue Ensign. 1:64 scale - Vanguard Models Queen-Anne-Royal-Barge-circa-1700-by-Blue-Ensign Fifie fishing boat Lady Eleanor Muirneag-1903-–-a-scottish-zulu-fishing-boat-164-scale-based-on-the-vanguard-models-zulu-kit/ HM Cutter Alert 1777 HM Cutter Cheerful 1806 18th-century-English-longboat-by-Blue-Ensign-ms-148-scale/ finished 18thc English Pinnace by Blue Ensign-Model-Shipways-1:24 scale/ finished HMS-Pegasus-by-Blue-Ensign-finished-Victory-Models-1:64-scale/ Heller Seventy-four 1:150 scale - modified Le Superbe/Le Glorieux kit after Boudriot, waterline setting with sails. The schooner Pickle, Jotika pob kit 1:64 scale, my interpretation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
augie Posted March 25, 2013 Share #107 Posted March 25, 2013 Very pristine work there John. I too am curious about the sail hoops. Quote Augie Current Build: US Frigate Confederacy - MS 1:64 Previous Builds : US Brig Syren (MS) - 2013 (see Completed Ship Gallery) Greek Tug Ulises (OcCre) - 2009 (see Completed Ship Gallery) Victory Cross Section (Corel) - 1988 Essex (MS) 1/8"- 1976 Cutty Sark (Revell 1:96) - 1956 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael mott Posted March 25, 2013 Share #108 Posted March 25, 2013 John the mast hoops and the top fittings look great, the light at the end of the build must be more than just a glimmer now. Michael Quote Current builds Bristol Pilot Cutter 1:8; Skipjack 19 foot Launch 1:8; Herreshoff Buzzards Bay 14 1:8 Other projects Pilot Cutter 1:500 ; Maria, 1:2 Now just a memory Future model Gill Smith Catboat Pauline 1:8 Finished projects A Bassett Lowke steamship Albertic 1:100 Anything you can imagine is possible, when you put your mind to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainbob Posted March 25, 2013 Share #109 Posted March 25, 2013 At 1:96 scale yet. If I hadn't watched you do it I'd say you were kidding. A fine build, John, A fine build. Bob Quote Every build is a learning experience. Current build: SS_ Mariefred Completed builds: US Coast Guard Pequot Friendship-sloop, Schooner Lettie-G.-Howard, Spray, Grand-Banks-dory, a gaff rigged yawl, HOGA (YT-146), Int'l Dragon Class II, Two Edwardian Launches In the Gallery: Catboat, International-Dragon-Class, Spray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the learner Posted March 25, 2013 Share #110 Posted March 25, 2013 Jim, Fantastic build! Very precise, great detail and very clean work. Quote Cheers, GuyThe LearnerCurrent Member NRG,SMA Current Build: HMS Triton 1:48 on line Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted March 25, 2013 Author Share #111 Posted March 25, 2013 Thank you one and all for your kind comments. Although there's still a lot to be done on her, I can indeed now see the light at the end. It must almost be time to start planning for the next one! The mast hoops are simple - sections of brass tube treated with blackening solution. John augie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted March 25, 2013 Share #112 Posted March 25, 2013 John: That is remarkable. You know, they have a solution called "Brass Brown". Bluejacket Shipcrafters sells it, but someone else surely must have some such solution. It makes brass look like wood. Russ Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BANYAN Posted March 25, 2013 Share #113 Posted March 25, 2013 Some great progress John; looking very much a 'greyhound' of the sea now. cheers Pat Quote If at first you do not suceed, try, and then try again!Current build: HMCSS Victoria (Scratch) Next build: HMAS Vampire (3D printed resin, scratch 1:350) Built: Battle Station (Scratch) and HM Bark Endeavour 1768 (kit 1:64) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Posted March 25, 2013 Share #114 Posted March 25, 2013 Really looking great John. That is a nice model you are building there. Chuck Quote Chuck Passaro - MSW Admin Sloop Speedwell - POF scratch Block Island Boat - POF scratch HMS Winchelsea - POB scratch build HM Cutter Cheerful - POB scratch build Royal Barge - POF scratch Medway Longboat- POF Scratch SYREN SHIP MODEL COMPANY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted March 25, 2013 Author Share #115 Posted March 25, 2013 Thank you Pat, Chuck and Janos. The really frustrating thing at the moment is that the hull is at the museum and the spars are here with me at home. I'm hoping to get all the blocks rigged on the spars before I'm next in at the museum, but I'm itching to get on with the rigging!! John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafine Posted March 26, 2013 Share #116 Posted March 26, 2013 I'll bet you are, John. It's looking so good that it has to be frustrating not to be able to work on it when you want. Bob Quote Current builds on MSW: HMS Winchelsea 1:48: Medway Longboat 1:24 Prior builds on MSW: Schooner Halifax: Lumberyard 1/48 semi-scratch; Cutter Cheerful 1:48; Granado: Caldercraft 1:64; Frigate Essex: Kitbashed Model Shipways kit; Triton Cross Section 1:48; Kingfisher from Lauckstreet kit; Syren: Model shipways kit ;Kitbashed Fair American: Model Shipways;Prince de Neufchatel: Model shipways 1:64 Civil War Picket Boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted March 26, 2013 Author Share #117 Posted March 26, 2013 Thanks, Bob. I usually have one model on to go at the museum and one at home, but at the moment Stag is the only one! John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjdale Posted March 26, 2013 Share #118 Posted March 26, 2013 Lovely work, as always John. She's looking a treat. Quote Grant ____________________________________________________ Current builds: African Queen - Radio Control / Live Steam Previous builds: The Shipyard at Foss' Landing (Diorama), Hannah - Ship in a Bottle, NRG Capstan Project, 1869 Allerton Steam Pumper, Medway Longboat , Alfa Romeo Spider Gran Touring (Pocher) , Da Vinci Flying Machine, 1949 Chris Craft 19' Racing Runabout - Dumas - Radio, Bomb Vessel Granado, 1742 - Cross Section - Scratchbuild, HMS Victory (Mamoli 1:90), Cutty Sark, Armed Pinnace, Bounty, Santa Maria At another place: Stephenson's Rocket (OcCre 1:24) (click the title to follow the link) In the Gallery: Lancia Armata 1803, Bomb Vessel Granada, 1742 Cross Section, 1949 Chris Craft 19' Racing Runabout Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popeye the sailor Posted March 26, 2013 Share #119 Posted March 26, 2013 WOW John.......you've really made some progress since I last saw her........the masting looks superb! even the deck has more detail to her!!! simply a wonderful job John...........really stunning! Quote I yam wot I yam! finished builds: Billings Nordkap 476 / Billings Cux 87 / Billings Mary Ann / Billings AmericA - reissue Billings Regina - bashed into the Susan A / Andrea Gail 1:20 - semi scratch w/ Billing instructions M&M Fun Ship - semi scratch build / Gundalow - scratch build / Jeanne D'Arc - Heller Phylly C & Denny-Zen - the Lobsie twins - bashed & semi scratch dual build Billing T78 Norden in dry dock: Billing's Gothenborg 1:100 / Billing's Boulogne Etaples 1:20 Billing's Half Moon 1:40 - some scratch required Revell U.S.S. United States 1:96 - plastic/ wood modified / Academy Titanic 1:400 Trawler Syborn - semi scratch / Holiday Harbor dual build - semi scratch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted March 26, 2013 Share #120 Posted March 26, 2013 She looks super nice, John. Quote Mark "The shipwright is slow, but the wood is patient." - me Current Build: Past Builds: La Belle Poule 1765 - French Frigate from ANCRE plans - ON HOLD Triton Cross-Section NRG Hallf Hull Planking Kit HMS Sphinx 1775 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Non-Ship Model: On hold, maybe forever: CH-53 Sikorsky - 1:48 - Revell - Completed Licorne - 1755 from Hahn Plans (Scratch) Version 2.0 (Abandoned) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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