rwiederrich Posted August 3, 2016 Author Share #151 Posted August 3, 2016 Thanks Patrick....the family calls my (CAVE) the *Eye Spy Room*. it's so full of nautical stuff..your eye can look for hours and you still miss some details. Harpoon on one wall, oars and port holes on others. I made the pinrail and 2 wood belaying pins to belay my coils of rope and net...among the wheel and lights. And what nautical study would be complete if not for having a black forest KooKoo clock....I personally picked out from the black forest. The authentic leather clad telescope hung beneath the mantle and the authentic East India Company black powder pistol (Circa 1830's) I'm blessed. Chasseur, Omega1234, capnharv2 and 2 others 5 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." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chasseur Posted August 3, 2016 Share #152 Posted August 3, 2016 Hi Rob, The copper metalic paint looks really good, tamed it down just right IMHO. FYI ... I ordered a book today entitled; Description of the Largest Ship in the World, The New Clipper Great Republic. I am thinking GR will make a really nice model in a commercial light bulb I have picked out. I will not start the project till 2018 Lord willing however watching your build will certainly get me excited about it and I am looking forward to see what the book has to offer. BTW you are truly blessed the Man Cave looks awesome! Is the painting above the fireplace the Cutty Sark or is it the McKay? Jeff Omega1234 1 Quote A mighty fortress is our God a bulwark never failing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnharv2 Posted August 3, 2016 Share #153 Posted August 3, 2016 Gotta be careful with the cave pics Rob. Puget Sound Ship Modelers might want to have a meeting there . . . Harvey mtaylor, ScottRC, Omega1234 and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwiederrich Posted August 3, 2016 Author Share #154 Posted August 3, 2016 Thanks Jeff...first: the painting is a replica of a Montague Dawson...*Coming Home*. I picked it up in San Diego about 35 years ago. I have that booklet...I wish the photos had come out in its reproduction though. You'll enjoy the written detail...it is chocked full of dimensional details. My *DEN* is my perfect hideaway......a relaxing place to read and enjoy a fire with hot tea......mmmmm I'm glad I will be of help in your new build........The Great Republic is a masterful vessel. Rob mtaylor, popeye the sailor and Omega1234 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." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwiederrich Posted August 3, 2016 Author Share #155 Posted August 3, 2016 What a blessing that would be...... How many folks are there actually? Rob mtaylor and Omega1234 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." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chasseur Posted August 3, 2016 Share #156 Posted August 3, 2016 I checked out Dawson's paintings on the web. Man he is one excellent artist! Jeff mtaylor 1 Quote A mighty fortress is our God a bulwark never failing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Morrison Posted August 3, 2016 Share #157 Posted August 3, 2016 Rob, Check my PM on FSM. Also, I love that cave! Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwiederrich Posted August 3, 2016 Author Share #158 Posted August 3, 2016 Yes..his paintings go for hundreds if not thousands of dollars. this replica was a very impressive one. This artists hand was very steady...his ship is accurate and of very fine detail. Plus his perspective was well executed. Dawson is amazing for sure. Rob mtaylor 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." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnharv2 Posted August 3, 2016 Share #159 Posted August 3, 2016 Rob, PSSM has about 30 members, about 6-8 who are active, and about 3-4 that come to meetings. Our president is Floyd Kershiner, and meetings are usually at his house. Most of us live on the east side of the Sound. I haven't been to the meetings much lately because I have a little bigger project I'm working on. When I'm done with this I hope to get back to ship models. Thanks, Harvey Omega1234, mtaylor, druxey and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Morrison Posted August 3, 2016 Share #160 Posted August 3, 2016 I am jealous of those here who live in the Puget Sound area! I served two tours in the Navy there on submarines, and my two children were born in Bremerton. But, home is where the Navy left me and we settled in Connecticut. I am also jealous about that club! I might have to start one here. Bill mtaylor 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted August 4, 2016 Share #161 Posted August 4, 2016 Harvey.. that is a project and a half. Wow!!!! Bill.. have a look here: http://www.thenrg.org/modeling-clubs.php One of the two in Connecticut might near you. Bill Morrison 1 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...
rwiederrich Posted August 4, 2016 Author Share #162 Posted August 4, 2016 OH My Goodness Harvey..is that your boat? Or one over at the wooden boats museum on Lake Union? I've owned several boats, but no wooden ones....Love, love..them. Rob mtaylor 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." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwiederrich Posted August 4, 2016 Author Share #163 Posted August 4, 2016 Subs, subs, subs.....I work at the yard in Bremerton Bill...and yes...Puget Sound is beautiful.....lots of mountains and water....and ships. Love the fresh salt air....and nautical is everywhere. Plus my favorite clipper of all time's remains are here (which I have excavated and collected samples of). What a place. I couldn't live in a place that makes me any happier. Rob(Check out my Glory of the Seas log) Omega1234, mtaylor and popeye the sailor 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." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnharv2 Posted August 4, 2016 Share #164 Posted August 4, 2016 Rob, Mark, It is a bit of work. That is our boat, the Friendship Sloop Amie (might explain why I like Friendship Sloops), and I do normally keep her at the Center fro Wooden Boats on Lake Union. I've been working on her since January and have, probably 2 months to go. So far, I replaced/repaired 10 frames and 6 planks. I still need to finish caulking and below waterline seam compound before we can prep for paint. Also, I have new toerails to make and rot in the cabintop to repair. I've had help occasionally, but it's pretty much a one man show. Your models and Bremerton remind me-do you have the book "Maritime Memories of Puget Sound" by James Gibbs? It has some beautiful pictures pictures of square riggers on Puget Sound. My favorite is a shot of Port Blakely when they used to ship logs out of there (I think the photo is from the 1880's. It's wall to wall square riggers-quite a contrast to how it looks now, with expensive, isolated mansions dotting the bay. I apologize for the thread drift. Rob, you've got a fantastic model, and I've been enjoying this build log. Hope to meet up with you one day soon. Thanks, Harvey mtaylor, Omega1234 and Chasseur 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwiederrich Posted August 4, 2016 Author Share #165 Posted August 4, 2016 Harvey...I appreciate the side notes and subjects...they are all related in my view. Give me a ring some day and I'll show up where you have your sloop and lend a hand.....I'm a bit of handy wood worker of sorts. I have several Gibb's books...I'll check out that one on HPB. Thanks. Rob mtaylor, Omega1234 and capnharv2 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." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwiederrich Posted August 4, 2016 Author Share #166 Posted August 4, 2016 Oh..Harvey..one last thing..did you see my post of the Puffin..the steam launch there at the wooden boat museum on Lake Union? Rob mtaylor and Omega1234 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." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnharv2 Posted August 4, 2016 Share #167 Posted August 4, 2016 (edited) Rob, I missed that. Was it here on MSW? Edited to add-Never mind. I found it. Great picture. I too would like to see your models of her. I worked on Puffin last summer. The usual volunteer stuff-paint, varnish, sanding. Her boiler was getting worked on. She's a neat little boat. Edited August 4, 2016 by capnharv2 mtaylor and Omega1234 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popeye the sailor Posted August 4, 2016 Share #168 Posted August 4, 2016 looks good on her stand Rob.........love the room too Omega1234 and mtaylor 2 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...
rwiederrich Posted August 4, 2016 Author Share #169 Posted August 4, 2016 Rob, I missed that. Was it here on MSW? Edited to add-Never mind. I found it. Great picture. I too would like to see your models of her. I worked on Puffin last summer. The usual volunteer stuff-paint, varnish, sanding. Her boiler was getting worked on. She's a neat little boat. I built 2 models..a full hull and a half model. From what I understand they are housed in the museums model gallery. I have not seam them since I built them over 10 years ago. I was contacted by the curator and commissioned to build them. Rob Omega1234 and mtaylor 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." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Morrison Posted August 4, 2016 Share #170 Posted August 4, 2016 mtaylor, Thanks! The one in East Haddam is about 15 miles from where I live. I will contact them tomorrow. Thanks again! Bill mtaylor and Omega1234 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwiederrich Posted August 8, 2016 Author Share #171 Posted August 8, 2016 Worked for about an hour today..laying out the chainplates and aligning them...... capnharv2, MarisStella.hr, archjofo and 9 others 12 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." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwiederrich Posted August 8, 2016 Author Share #172 Posted August 8, 2016 These chainplates are simply resting in their slots...I will fine tune them and make them as even as possible. Rob mtaylor and Omega1234 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." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwiederrich Posted August 9, 2016 Author Share #173 Posted August 9, 2016 (edited) I need 94 of these chain plates..but I made around 100...just in case. I'll add bolts to the chain plate straps as well..before I glue them in place and attach the dead eyes. Rob Edited August 9, 2016 by rwiederrich Omega1234 and mtaylor 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." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chasseur Posted August 9, 2016 Share #174 Posted August 9, 2016 I like the effect the dull coat had on the black paint. It's given a subtle looking weathering effect! Looking good Rob* Omega1234 and mtaylor 2 Quote A mighty fortress is our God a bulwark never failing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwiederrich Posted August 10, 2016 Author Share #175 Posted August 10, 2016 A bit more refining of the chainplates...I'll fix a cap/facing plate later. Tadeusz43, FriedClams, MarisStella.hr and 8 others 11 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." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwiederrich Posted August 12, 2016 Author Share #176 Posted August 12, 2016 I was able to finish up the port side of chainplates this weekend. Now I have to afix the deadeyes. Rob popeye the sailor, mtaylor, albert and 7 others 10 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." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NenadM Posted August 12, 2016 Share #177 Posted August 12, 2016 Wow! Very nice! Omega1234 and mtaylor 2 Quote In progress: CUTTY SARK - Tehnodidakta => scratch => Campbell plans http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/2501-cutty-sark-by-nenad-tehnodidakta-scratched-campbells-plans/page-1#entry64653 Content of log : http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/2501-cutty-sark-by-nenad-tehnodidakta-scratched-campbells-plans/page-62#entry217381 Past build: Stella, Heller kit, plastic, Santa Maria, Tehnodidakta kit, wood, Jolly Roger Heller kit, plastic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omega1234 Posted August 13, 2016 Share #178 Posted August 13, 2016 Hey Rob Nice job on those chain plates. You must be pretty pleased with how she's looking so far. I know that I certainly am. All the best! Cheers Patrick mtaylor 1 Quote MY SCRATCH BUILT MODELS ARE: Splendid Mega Yacht https://modelshipworld.com/topic/28576-splendid-by-omega1234-scale-1500-mega-yacht/ Majestic Mega Yacht https://modelshipworld.com/topic/28483-mega-yacht-majestic-by-omega1234-miniature/ Sapphire Mega yacht https://modelshipworld.com/topic/21088-sapphire-by-omega1234-1388-scale-mega-yacht-66m-8-inch-hull-length/?tab=comments#comment-639898 Genesis - Supersports Mega Yacht https://modelshipworld.com/topic/18168-genesis-by-omega1234-1300-49m-mega-yacht-8-inches-long-finished/?tab=comments#comment-559026http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/14141-shadow-by-omega1234-scale-1300-luxury-60m-mega-yacht-8-inches-long/ SHADOW Luxury Motor Yacht http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/11384-majellan-by-omega1234-luxury-37-metre-motor-yacht-miniature-7-inches-approx/ Majellan Luxury Motor Yacht http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/9261Rainbow-j-class-racing-yacht/?p=273543 Rainbow J Class Racing Yacht Mystic Classic Motor Cruiser Symphony Ingomar Schooner: Scratch build Dorade Schooner: <p> Lennox Restoration Warship http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/9577-pandora-cutaway-dockyard-style-miniature/?hl=pandora Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwiederrich Posted August 13, 2016 Author Share #179 Posted August 13, 2016 Thanks a lot Patrick. Well, I'm far from being a stickler for perfection. Compared to some on these pages.....I think I'm a so so builder.....still, I pride myself in my ingenuity and thinking outside of the box. I made the chainplates and their cleats from a single piece of soft metal wire..by flattening the end, and grinding them even(somewhat). To simulate the rivets I used a small drop of crown and bridge wax(A hard wax). Painted, I think it is very convincing. A purist would have me thrown out of the club for not staying the course..by not using actual pins. I've done it this way for nearly 30 years and have not experienced any issues. Drilling out the deadeyes for mounting will be the next job. Rob popeye the sailor, mtaylor and Omega1234 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." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omega1234 Posted August 13, 2016 Share #180 Posted August 13, 2016 Thanks a lot Patrick. Well, I'm far from being a stickler for perfection. Compared to some on these pages.....I think I'm a so so builder.....still, I pride myself in my ingenuity and thinking outside of the box. I made the chainplates and their cleats from a single piece of soft metal wire..by flattening the end, and grinding them even(somewhat). To simulate the rivets I used a small drop of crown and bridge wax(A hard wax). Painted, I think it is very convincing. A purist would have me thrown out of the club for not staying the course..by not using actual pins. I've done it this way for nearly 30 years and have not experienced any issues. Drilling out the deadeyes for mounting will be the next job. Rob Sounds good, Rob. There's always more than one way to skin a cat! In otherwords, you don't have to stay the course if your own methods work. Afterall, why not? Cheers Patrick popeye the sailor and mtaylor 2 Quote MY SCRATCH BUILT MODELS ARE: Splendid Mega Yacht https://modelshipworld.com/topic/28576-splendid-by-omega1234-scale-1500-mega-yacht/ Majestic Mega Yacht https://modelshipworld.com/topic/28483-mega-yacht-majestic-by-omega1234-miniature/ Sapphire Mega yacht https://modelshipworld.com/topic/21088-sapphire-by-omega1234-1388-scale-mega-yacht-66m-8-inch-hull-length/?tab=comments#comment-639898 Genesis - Supersports Mega Yacht https://modelshipworld.com/topic/18168-genesis-by-omega1234-1300-49m-mega-yacht-8-inches-long-finished/?tab=comments#comment-559026http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/14141-shadow-by-omega1234-scale-1300-luxury-60m-mega-yacht-8-inches-long/ SHADOW Luxury Motor Yacht http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/11384-majellan-by-omega1234-luxury-37-metre-motor-yacht-miniature-7-inches-approx/ Majellan Luxury Motor Yacht http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/9261Rainbow-j-class-racing-yacht/?p=273543 Rainbow J Class Racing Yacht Mystic Classic Motor Cruiser Symphony Ingomar Schooner: Scratch build Dorade Schooner: <p> Lennox Restoration Warship http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/9577-pandora-cutaway-dockyard-style-miniature/?hl=pandora Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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