Jim Lad Posted August 21, 2017 Author Share #31 Posted August 21, 2017 It's about time for another small update on the 'Meteor'. I haven't got much done as the last time at the museum I was doing a bit of guiding instead of model making, but at least she's grown slightly since last time. As you can see from the photo below, my pile of frame blanks is slowly growing. I'll very soon have to build a framing jig and start rough shaping and actually fitting frames! John tlevine, dj.bobo, KeithAug and 16 others 19 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BANYAN Posted August 21, 2017 Share #32 Posted August 21, 2017 There is progress as long as the pile is growing John Kevin, Piet, mtaylor and 1 other 4 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...
russ Posted August 21, 2017 Share #33 Posted August 21, 2017 Looks good. You will have frames raised in no time. Russ Piet, popeye the sailor, mtaylor and 1 other 4 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...
Jim Lad Posted August 22, 2017 Author Share #34 Posted August 22, 2017 Thanks for your comments, Patrick and Russ. John Piet and mtaylor 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted December 20, 2017 Author Share #35 Posted December 20, 2017 It's been a long, long time between drinks, but at last there's something to show on the Meteor. We were away in England for a couple of months taking care of Pam's aging mother and then various life events have prevented much progress on the model, but at least some frames are now roughed out and I've actually erected the first few frames. The chocks between the frames are pretty rough, but they will be completely hidden on the finished model, so I haven't tried to make them absolutely accurate. My framing jig is of my usual 'Heath-Robinson' variety - I don't like spending more time than is necessary in building jigs - but it works - which is really all you can ask from a jig! Below are a few photos with three frames erected. John hexnut, vaddoc, druxey and 21 others 24 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael mott Posted December 20, 2017 Share #36 Posted December 20, 2017 Nice start John. Michael mtaylor, popeye the sailor and Piet 3 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...
xken Posted December 20, 2017 Share #37 Posted December 20, 2017 John, looks like you are off to a great start. I will be following along. What kind of woods are you using? popeye the sailor, mtaylor and Piet 3 Quote Ken Current build: Maersk Detroit" Future builds: Mamoli HMS Victory 1:90 Completed builds: US Brig Niagara, Dirty Dozen, USS Constitution, 18th Century Armed Longboat https://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/11935-uss-constitution-by-xken-model-shipways-scale-1768/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
druxey Posted December 20, 2017 Share #38 Posted December 20, 2017 Nice to see you back at it, John. mtaylor, popeye the sailor and Piet 3 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted December 20, 2017 Share #39 Posted December 20, 2017 John: That is a great start. She is going to be very full figured. Russ mtaylor, Piet and popeye the sailor 3 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...
leclaire Posted December 20, 2017 Share #40 Posted December 20, 2017 John - rather late to the party in terms of finding your build log but looking forward to following along on this fascinating project. To date all of my models have been from kits but I keep thinking about trying my hand at a scratch build. I hope to find a subject that will have the personal attachment for me that the 'Meteor' has for you. Bob popeye the sailor, mtaylor and Piet 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeithAug Posted December 20, 2017 Share #41 Posted December 20, 2017 Nice delicate frames John. What did you use to cut them. Piet, mtaylor and popeye the sailor 3 Quote Keith Current Build:- Cangarda (Steam Yacht) - Scale 1:24 Previous Builds:- Schooner Germania (Nova) - Scale 1:36 https://modelshipworld.com/topic/19848-schooner-germania-nova-by-keithaug-scale-136-1908-2011/ Schooner Altair by KeithAug - Scale 1:32 - 1931 http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/12515-schooner-altair-by-keithaug-scale-132-1931/?p=378702 J Class Endeavour by KeithAug - Amati - Scale 1:35 - 1989 after restoration. http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/10752-j-class-endeavour-by-keithaug-amati-scale-135-1989-after-restoration/?p=325029 Other Topics Nautical Adventures http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13727-nautical-adventures/?p=422846 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BANYAN Posted December 21, 2017 Share #42 Posted December 21, 2017 Great to see you back in the dockyard John, a great start. I am of the same mindset with jigs, they do not need to be complicated, or even pretty - just effective. Yours seems to very efficient for the task at hand and even looks good cheers Pat mtaylor, Piet and popeye the sailor 3 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...
Piet Posted December 21, 2017 Share #43 Posted December 21, 2017 Caught up with you John. Rather clean work and delicate. Cheers, mtaylor and popeye the sailor 2 Quote Piet, The Flying Dutchman. "Your greatest asset is not the quantity of your friends , rather the quality of your friends." (old Chinese proverb) Current Builds: Hr. Ms. Java 1925-1942 VOC Ship Surabaya Planned Builds: Young America Diorama - scale 1:3000 Future Builds: KPM ship "MS Musi." Zuiderzee Botter - scale 1:25. VOC Jacht in a 6" lamp, Buginese fishing Prauw. Hr. Ms. Java - Royal Navy Netherlands Cruiser. Completed Builds: Hr. Ms. O16 Submarine Hr. Ms. O19 - Submarine Royal Navy Netherlands Ship Yard Diorama with Topsail schooner - Friendship Sloop Gwenfra Muscongus Bay Lobster Smack Golden Hind - Cutte Sark (both not in this forum) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted December 21, 2017 Author Share #44 Posted December 21, 2017 Thank you for all the kind support folks, and also to all who have pressed the 'like' button! Keith - as most of this work is done at the museum, the cutting is by a jeweller's hand saw and sandpaper sticks! John popeye the sailor, Piet, mtaylor and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael mott Posted December 21, 2017 Share #45 Posted December 21, 2017 1 hour ago, Jim Lad said: the cutting is by a jeweller's hand saw and sandpaper sticks! John this is one of my favourite ways to cut small things. michael mtaylor, Piet and popeye the sailor 3 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...
Jim Lad Posted December 21, 2017 Author Share #46 Posted December 21, 2017 It might be a bit slower than machine catting, Michael - but it certainly works well! John Piet, popeye the sailor and mtaylor 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted December 22, 2017 Share #47 Posted December 22, 2017 It's great to see you back, John. The model is looking grand. I hope you have a wonderful holiday season. popeye the sailor and Piet 2 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...
Jim Lad Posted December 22, 2017 Author Share #48 Posted December 22, 2017 Thanks, Mark. Just as things start getting hectic for Christmas, some friends have arrived from the U.K. for a holiday and to catch the end of the Ashes Series (test cricket). It's all go at the moment! A very happy Christmas to you and yours! John mtaylor, Piet, BANYAN and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeithAug Posted December 22, 2017 Share #49 Posted December 22, 2017 John. Don't mention the cricket, or rugby league for that matter. Much better to mention Rugby Union. Have a happy Christmas. mtaylor, popeye the sailor, Piet and 1 other 4 Quote Keith Current Build:- Cangarda (Steam Yacht) - Scale 1:24 Previous Builds:- Schooner Germania (Nova) - Scale 1:36 https://modelshipworld.com/topic/19848-schooner-germania-nova-by-keithaug-scale-136-1908-2011/ Schooner Altair by KeithAug - Scale 1:32 - 1931 http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/12515-schooner-altair-by-keithaug-scale-132-1931/?p=378702 J Class Endeavour by KeithAug - Amati - Scale 1:35 - 1989 after restoration. http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/10752-j-class-endeavour-by-keithaug-amati-scale-135-1989-after-restoration/?p=325029 Other Topics Nautical Adventures http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13727-nautical-adventures/?p=422846 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BANYAN Posted December 23, 2017 Share #50 Posted December 23, 2017 Even there you need an Aussie coach Keith Merry Christmas John, look forward to your future updates re Meteor cheers Pat KeithAug, mtaylor, Piet and 1 other 4 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...
Jim Lad Posted December 23, 2017 Author Share #51 Posted December 23, 2017 Quote, "No wonder we can't beat the All Blacks - we can't even beat the Poms!" Never mind Keith, you'll win the Ashes back next time when we're playing on your turning pitches. Marry Christmas, Pat. John popeye the sailor, KeithAug, Piet and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piet Posted December 25, 2017 Share #52 Posted December 25, 2017 Merry Christmas John. Cheers, mtaylor and popeye the sailor 2 Quote Piet, The Flying Dutchman. "Your greatest asset is not the quantity of your friends , rather the quality of your friends." (old Chinese proverb) Current Builds: Hr. Ms. Java 1925-1942 VOC Ship Surabaya Planned Builds: Young America Diorama - scale 1:3000 Future Builds: KPM ship "MS Musi." Zuiderzee Botter - scale 1:25. VOC Jacht in a 6" lamp, Buginese fishing Prauw. Hr. Ms. Java - Royal Navy Netherlands Cruiser. Completed Builds: Hr. Ms. O16 Submarine Hr. Ms. O19 - Submarine Royal Navy Netherlands Ship Yard Diorama with Topsail schooner - Friendship Sloop Gwenfra Muscongus Bay Lobster Smack Golden Hind - Cutte Sark (both not in this forum) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popeye the sailor Posted December 25, 2017 Share #53 Posted December 25, 2017 I dunno......if you look back at some of the build slips I've made in the past, yours is just as stellar, as the models you produce! glad to see you back and off to a great start! merry Christmas to you and Pam! mtaylor and Piet 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...
Wintergreen Posted December 25, 2017 Share #54 Posted December 25, 2017 *just snuckin in for a free seat at the front, shhh, don't mind me, I'll only watch while you carry on* Piet, popeye the sailor and mtaylor 3 Quote Happy modelling! Håkan __________________________________________ Current build: Atlantica by Wintergreen Previous builds Kågen by Wintergreen Regina by Wintergreen Sea of Galilee boat, first century, sort of... Billing Boats Wasa Gallery: Kågen (Cog, kaeg) by Wintergreen - 1:30, Billing Boats Regina - 1:30, Billing Boats Dana, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted December 25, 2017 Author Share #55 Posted December 25, 2017 Great to hear from you, Håkan! Thanks for the greetings, Piet and Denis. Christmas is over on this side of the world and I'm recovering from a surfeit of pudding. I hope you're enjoying your Christmas with your families. John russ, mtaylor, popeye the sailor and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted December 28, 2017 Author Share #56 Posted December 28, 2017 Things have been progressing quite well over the past week or two - mainly due to the accumulated pile of rough cut frames I had ready to start assembling. Progress will slow dramatically now though, as I have to start building more frames. John wefalck, BANYAN, druxey and 20 others 23 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted December 28, 2017 Share #57 Posted December 28, 2017 John: The framing looks good. I am looking forward to seeing the ends of the hull develop. That will say a lot about how the planking will flow. Russ mtaylor, popeye the sailor and Piet 3 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...
Jim Lad Posted December 28, 2017 Author Share #58 Posted December 28, 2017 Thanks, Russ! John mtaylor, popeye the sailor and Piet 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted January 20, 2018 Author Share #59 Posted January 20, 2018 Not so much an update, as a reason for there being no updates! The museum is about to undergo major renovations to the front of the building and the area where our model making desk used to sit is about to become a new lift (elevator for our American members). We have therefore been moved to a temporary location downstairs for the duration and my last visits to the museum have been concerned with the move - both talking to people about what's going on and actually moving models. We don't have our new storage cupboard as yet - that's supposed to be fitted on Monday - so probably my next visit will be taken up with moving some of our junk from the old storage cupboard to the new. This is our old location. The desk has gone but some of the models under construction are still in the display cabinet. Our new location already sporting a desk and a display cabinet that the curators have emptied out so we can store our models. George the electrician has installed some very good lights for us now that we don't have any natural light. Mike Y, John Cheevers, paulsutcliffe and 14 others 17 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BANYAN Posted January 22, 2018 Share #60 Posted January 22, 2018 Hopefully you will still get some visitors to talk to in the 'hold' John? cheers Pat mtaylor, Piet and popeye the sailor 3 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...
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