Richard17 Posted April 19, 2017 Share #1 Posted April 19, 2017 Hi All. I have inherited clipper model Thermopylae (by Sergal) from my brother. He had started the first planking before he died. I'm completely new to model ship building and taking it very slowly and learning lots. Already picking up ideas from this forum, thanks. mtaylor, JeffT, Anja and 5 others 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted April 19, 2017 Share #2 Posted April 19, 2017 G'day Richard, and a warm welcome to the forum. Always good to see another Aussie here. John geoff, aviaamator, Eddie and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoff Posted April 19, 2017 Share #3 Posted April 19, 2017 welcome to MSW Richard. All the best with your Thermopylae,Geoff Richard17, JeffT, Eddie and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Posted April 19, 2017 Share #4 Posted April 19, 2017 Hey howya goin mate, welcome. JeffT, mtaylor and Richard17 3 Quote I'm probably not going to live long enough to build all these but I'm BLOODY going to try HAHAHA. Future Builds: The Schooner Bluenose, scale 1:48, POF Scratch Build (Gene Bodnar practicum - Plans from modelshipbuilder.com) HMS Victory, scale 1:64 or 1:48, POF Scratch Build (John McKay's plans) Current Builds: 42ft Longboat Armed for War 1834, scale 1:36 POF Scratch Build (Plans from A.N.C.R.E.) Galley Washington 1776, scale 1:48, POF Scratch Build (NRG's Plans) Ragusian Carrack, scale 1:59, POB kit (MarisStella) King of the Mississippi, scale 1:80, POB Kit (Artesania Latina) HMS Snake 1797, 18 Gun Sloop of War, scale 1:64, POB Kit (Jotika/CalderCraft) Current Build: Stage Coach 1848, scale 1:10, Kit (Artesania Latina) Shhh don't tell the Admins I'm building this I'll hide it here ^under this line^ so they don't see it HAHAHA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikkypaul Posted April 19, 2017 Share #5 Posted April 19, 2017 Welcome Richard - enjoy the journey - patience is one of the skills you'll need - but its all worth it. Go well. Richard17, Eddie, Anja and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spars Posted April 19, 2017 Share #6 Posted April 19, 2017 We all start somewhere - in age, unbuilt kit, restore, partial build. Getting in there and getting so involved time seems to stands still. That's the joy. I was surprised at hoe many people arte ready to help. Take in all the info you can then decide what you want to do. That's the way master builders grow. Age is a NON-FACTOR. ikkypaul, Anja, JeffT and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mathewp Posted April 19, 2017 Share #7 Posted April 19, 2017 Good, another Queenslander . Welcome Richard. I had this model, but lost bits and pieces in a move, so I kept what parts and timber I had left and threw out the rest. I still have the plans so let me know if I can help. If I remember correctly, this one is in a relatively small scale, so there's going to be some fiddly work. I've also noticed another Thermopylae build on this site you should be able to get help from. Have fun with your build. Matt. (also a Queenslander). JeffT, Eddie and mtaylor 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anja Posted April 19, 2017 Share #8 Posted April 19, 2017 Welcome aboard Richard, This is a great place to learn and share tips and techniques. When you're ready, feel free to start a buildlog. If needed, you'll find plenty of advise, help and encouragement from everyone. I wish you smooth sailing with our gallant crew. Regards, Anja Eddie, mtaylor and JeffT 3 Quote Those we loved but lost are no longer where they were, but are always where we are. In the gallery: Albatros 1840 - Constructo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffT Posted April 20, 2017 Share #9 Posted April 20, 2017 Welcome to MSW Richard Eddie and mtaylor 2 Quote Jeff In progress: Medway Longboat 1742 - Syren Ship Model Company -1/2" scale USS Constitution - Model Shipways - Scale 1:76 HMS Granado - CAF Model - 1:48 HMS Sphinx - Vanguard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tecko Posted April 20, 2017 Share #10 Posted April 20, 2017 Richard. G'day mate! Welcome. As you already know, there is a lot of info and skilled people in this forum. It's the best. Eddie and mtaylor 2 Quote Peter. Current Builds: Wardell Bridge, Bridge on River Kwai, ADLIB-1, and the U-2540 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dilbert55 Posted April 20, 2017 Share #11 Posted April 20, 2017 You'll find that the quantity and quality of skilled and helpful people on this forum is inexhaustible. mtaylor and Eddie 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BANYAN Posted April 21, 2017 Share #12 Posted April 21, 2017 Welcome aboard Richard; as you have already experienced this is a great forum for learning and getting great advice. cheers Pat Eddie and mtaylor 2 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...
pirozzi Posted April 21, 2017 Share #13 Posted April 21, 2017 Welcome aboard mate! Sorry about your brother. When she is finished she will be a living testament to him. If you feel up to it, post a build log for us to enjoy. Vince P. mtaylor and Eddie 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted April 21, 2017 Share #14 Posted April 21, 2017 Hi Richard, I'm sorry to hear of your loss. However, welcome to MSW. Vince is right, this will be a great tribute to your brother. ikkypaul and Eddie 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...
loupy45 Posted April 24, 2017 Share #15 Posted April 24, 2017 Hi Richard, welcome on board. As per Vince comment it will be a great tribute to your late brother. mtaylor and Eddie 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fright Posted April 25, 2017 Share #16 Posted April 25, 2017 WELCOME!!! mtaylor 1 Quote Robert O Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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