Keith Black Posted March 25, 2020 #1171 Posted March 25, 2020 Yes, congratulations Rob, she's a beauty. Thank you for letting us tag along for the ride. popeye the sailor 1 Quote Current Builds: 1870's Sternwheeler, Lula Wood Hull Screw Frigate USS Tennessee Decorative Carrack Warship Restoration, the Amelia Completed: 1880s Floating Steam Donkey Pile Driver Early Swift 1805 Model Restoration
BANYAN Posted March 25, 2020 #1172 Posted March 25, 2020 Kudos and congrats Rob; stunning model and very nicely displayed. You have done a great job on her; now I need to get off my butt and get more done on the Victoria. cheers Pat popeye the sailor 1 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)
Bob Cleek Posted March 26, 2020 #1173 Posted March 26, 2020 A truly beautiful piece of work! Congratulations and thanks for taking what was a lot of time to share your building her with us! popeye the sailor 1 Quote
paulsutcliffe Posted March 26, 2020 #1174 Posted March 26, 2020 Beautiful well done popeye the sailor and Keith Black 2 Quote The clerk of the cheque's yacht of sheerness Current build HMS Sirius (1797) 1:48 scratch POF from NMM plans HMS Winchelsea by chuck 1:48 Cutter cheerful by chuck 1:48 Previous builds- Elidir - Thames steam barge Cutty Sark-Billings boats Wasa - billings boats Among others 😁
dvm27 Posted March 26, 2020 #1175 Posted March 26, 2020 Congratulations Rob. She's magnificent! popeye the sailor and Keith Black 2 Quote GregwebsiteAdmiralty Modelsmoderator Echo Cross-section buildAdmiralty Models Cross-section BuildFinished buildPegasus, 1776, cross-sectionCurrent buildSpeedwell, 1752
rwiederrich Posted March 26, 2020 Author #1176 Posted March 26, 2020 On 3/25/2020 at 3:18 PM, Tigersteve said: Congratulations! What a great accomplishment. Steve Thanks Steve.....What an adventure. Rob popeye the sailor 1 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
rwiederrich Posted March 26, 2020 Author #1177 Posted March 26, 2020 23 hours ago, Keith Black said: Yes, congratulations Rob, she's a beauty. Thank you for letting us tag along for the ride. Keith it has been a pleasure. Rob(thanks for the comments) popeye the sailor and Keith Black 2 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
rwiederrich Posted March 26, 2020 Author #1178 Posted March 26, 2020 22 hours ago, BANYAN said: Kudos and congrats Rob; stunning model and very nicely displayed. You have done a great job on her; now I need to get off my butt and get more done on the Victoria. cheers Pat Thanks Pat..it was a great time and your encouragement was a treasure. Now get to the Victoria....mmmm Rob popeye the sailor 1 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
rwiederrich Posted March 26, 2020 Author #1179 Posted March 26, 2020 13 hours ago, Bob Cleek said: A truly beautiful piece of work! Congratulations and thanks for taking what was a lot of time to share your building her with us! Bob..it was your wonderful encouragement and correction that aided the effort. Rob Bob Cleek and popeye the sailor 2 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
rwiederrich Posted March 26, 2020 Author #1180 Posted March 26, 2020 47 minutes ago, paulsutcliffe said: Beautiful well done Thanks so very much Paul....she is a pride of my clipper fleet. Rob popeye the sailor 1 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
rwiederrich Posted March 26, 2020 Author #1181 Posted March 26, 2020 23 minutes ago, dvm27 said: Congratulations Rob. She's magnificent! Thanks Greg..I appreciate that. Now I can shift my focus to the Glory of the Seas and finish her up as well. Rob popeye the sailor 1 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
GrandpaPhil Posted March 26, 2020 #1182 Posted March 26, 2020 Rob, Congratulations! Beautiful work! Keith Black and popeye the sailor 2 Quote Building: 1:200 Russian Battleship Oryol (Orel card kit) 1:64 HMS Revenge (Victory Models plans) 1:64 Cat Esther (17th Century Dutch Merchant Ships)
druxey Posted March 27, 2020 #1183 Posted March 27, 2020 Hearty congratulations, Rob. She looks fabulous. So, what is next? Keith Black and popeye the sailor 2 Quote Be sure to sign up for an epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series http://trafalgar.tv
Dowmer Posted March 27, 2020 #1184 Posted March 27, 2020 Beautifully built and displayed. Well done Rob! i look forward to your next build. popeye the sailor 1 Quote Able bodied seaman, subject to the requirements of the service. "I may very well sink, but I'm damned if I'll Strike!" JPJ My Pacific Northwest Discovery Series: On the slipways in the lumberyard Union, 1792 - 1:48 scale - POF Scratch build 18th Century Longboat - circa 1790 as used in the PNW fur trade - FINISHED Future Builds (Wish List) Columbia Redidiva, 1787 HM Armed Tender Chatham, 1788 HMS Discovery, 1789 Captain Vancouver Santiago, 1775 - Spanish Frigate of Explorer Bruno de Hezeta Lady Washington, 1787 - Original Sloop Rig
Sea Hoss Posted March 27, 2020 #1185 Posted March 27, 2020 Second to none! popeye the sailor 1 Quote Current: Emma C. Berry Lobster Smack-Model Shipways-1:32-1866 Back on the shelf: USS Essex- MS- "Old Yellow Box" Solid Hull Wall Hanger (Half Hull) Completed: 18th Century Armed Longboat-MS 1/24 USN Picket Boat-MS 1864 1/24 US Brig Syren by Sea Hoss- Model Shipways-1803 18th Century Carronade/Ship Section Mayflower-Pilgrims Pride by Sea Hoss-Model Shipways-1620 18th Century Long Boat by Sea Hoss-Model Shipways USS Constitution by Sea Hoss-Revel-Plastic
MrBlueJacket Posted March 27, 2020 #1186 Posted March 27, 2020 Excellent job! Is that a piece of driftwood I see at the base? Nice touch. popeye the sailor and Keith Black 2 Quote
rwiederrich Posted March 27, 2020 Author #1187 Posted March 27, 2020 15 hours ago, druxey said: Hearty congratulations, Rob. She looks fabulous. So, what is next? I'm returning to the Glory of the Seas...to finish her up. Follow that kink.... Rob popeye the sailor 1 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
rwiederrich Posted March 27, 2020 Author #1188 Posted March 27, 2020 11 hours ago, Dowmer said: Beautifully built and displayed. Well done Rob! i look forward to your next build. I will be returning to the Glory of the Seas...to finish her up. Rob popeye the sailor 1 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
rwiederrich Posted March 27, 2020 Author #1189 Posted March 27, 2020 10 hours ago, Sea Hoss said: Second to none! Thanks SeaHorse...... I appreciate the mention...really I do. Rob popeye the sailor 1 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
rwiederrich Posted March 27, 2020 Author #1190 Posted March 27, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, MrBlueJacket said: Excellent job! Is that a piece of driftwood I see at the base? Nice touch. Nic...no that is a piece of the maple I cut down 5 years ago and I had it milled...that is a piece I had especially cut to use as the base for the GR. Quite a unique mounting, how it cantilevers. Both the finished base and the knotted extension are from that maple tree I cut down. Thanks for the fine comments. Rob Edited March 27, 2020 by rwiederrich GrandpaPhil, popeye the sailor and druxey 3 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
rwiederrich Posted March 28, 2020 Author #1191 Posted March 28, 2020 (edited) https://www.facebook.com/vickie.wiederrich/videos/10220378753072705/?t=0 A short video of the Great Republic. Edited March 28, 2020 by rwiederrich Keith Black and popeye the sailor 2 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
MrBlueJacket Posted March 30, 2020 #1192 Posted March 30, 2020 Very artistic. I love natural wood like that, and the cantilever is visually interesting. Nice walk-around video, too. Nic Keith Black, mtaylor and popeye the sailor 3 Quote
ccoyle Posted March 30, 2020 #1193 Posted March 30, 2020 Excellent job, Rob! I admire anyone who has the persistence needed to finish one of these -- it's a tribute to skill and patience. Cheers! popeye the sailor, druxey and Keith Black 3 Quote Chris Coyle Greer, South Carolina When you have to shoot, shoot. Don't talk. - Tuco Current builds: Brigantine Phoenix, DS Børøysund
rwiederrich Posted March 30, 2020 Author #1194 Posted March 30, 2020 2 hours ago, MrBlueJacket said: Very artistic. I love natural wood like that, and the cantilever is visually interesting. Nice walk-around video, too. Nic I love it too Nic....Like is my manner...I always strive for interesting mounting ideas for my models. Rob popeye the sailor 1 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
rwiederrich Posted March 30, 2020 Author #1195 Posted March 30, 2020 2 hours ago, ccoyle said: Excellent job, Rob! I admire anyone who has the persistence needed to finish one of these -- it's a tribute to skill and patience. Cheers! I want to now move forward with Glory of the Seas...and not leave her in sucha unfinished state...... Thanks for the comments. Rob popeye the sailor 1 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
FriedClams Posted April 1, 2020 #1196 Posted April 1, 2020 Congratulations Rob, she’s a beautiful model of an amazing ship. Excellent work. Gary popeye the sailor and Keith Black 2 Quote Current Build Pelican Eastern-Rig Dragger Completed Scratch Builds Rangeley Guide Boat New England Stonington Dragger 1940 Auto Repair Shop Mack FK Shadowbox
rwiederrich Posted April 1, 2020 Author #1197 Posted April 1, 2020 12 hours ago, FriedClams said: Congratulations Rob, she’s a beautiful model of an amazing ship. Excellent work. Gary Thanks Gary......I completely agree..she was amazing....so much so, that she has never been duplicated. Again, many thanks for the fine compliments. Rob popeye the sailor 1 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
captain_hook Posted April 1, 2020 #1198 Posted April 1, 2020 Congratulations. She is a beauty. popeye the sailor and Keith Black 2 Quote Current Build: HM Brig Badger 1/48 from Caldercraft plans Le Coureur 1/48 by CAF — Completed Build: Armed Virginia Sloop 1/48 by Model Shipways / Gallery HM Cutter Sherbourne 1/64 by Caldercraft / Gallery
rwiederrich Posted April 2, 2020 Author #1199 Posted April 2, 2020 8 hours ago, captain_hook said: Congratulations. She is a beauty. Thanks Captain.....I appreciate that. Rob popeye the sailor 1 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
popeye the sailor Posted April 3, 2020 #1200 Posted April 3, 2020 congratz Rob.......your finished you've put so much into her.......the detail is through the roof. I've built the Cutty twice now....but I never in my wildest dreams, could detail one out like you've done. I agree....it's quite a feat to do what you did here. if you can do the same with the Glory of the Seas, it will be an enormous accomplishment! this log is first choice for anyone to follow! Keith Black 1 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
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