ctclock Posted April 29, 2017 Share #1 Posted April 29, 2017 .... and thats not Oz In fact, Cape Town South Africa! Thanks for the admins/mods who approved my membership. You have NO idea what it means for us folk here in South Africa. Info is scant, hobby shops stock the minimum as far as kits and [cant blame them since importing is a huge hassle and the market isnt here] wood etc and 99% Artesania stuff [one importer who brings in Artesania] I will hopefully, in the foreseeable future, be looking to import some wood etc which is not available here in ZA - if it is, its far above premium price These build logs are heaven sent! Just by browsing I have already learnt so much My current build 2nd build [first was a disaster] is the La Toulannaise from Billing and I am just about complete with the hull planking. So much to learn Thanks for accepting me - humbled to be in the presence of so many experienced people Eddie, Elijah, Jack12477 and 9 others 12 Quote Regards Jeremy Currently in the shipyard: Meta nr 484 - Billing La Toulannaise (Billing) - on hold Waiting patiently in the shed: HMS Victory - Da Agostini (collection complete and anxiously waiting ) IL Leudo - Amati Lilla Dan nr 578 - Billing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikkypaul Posted April 30, 2017 Share #2 Posted April 30, 2017 Welcome indeed ctclock, from even a bit further South (Auckland NZ) I am fairly new too and am impressed by the width and depth of talent for this sphere of interest. I look forward to hearing of your progress to come. Paul Jack12477, CaptainSteve, JeffT and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteB Posted April 30, 2017 Share #3 Posted April 30, 2017 Quote .... and thats not Oz In fact, Cape Town South Africa Welcome aboard from OZ - we are almost neighbours both of us on 33.5 Sth latitude just a bit of a swim apart. We share the same problem with wood supplies but there are a number of suppliers listed on the site that you will find reliable and the guys here most generous with advice. Happy building - cheers Pete Eddie, geoff, JeffT and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctclock Posted April 30, 2017 Author Share #4 Posted April 30, 2017 Thanks Pete - that's one swim I dont fancy too much Its the reliability of suppliers which I am after. Still waiting after nearly 4 months for a wood order I placed with a local guy (knowing it had to be imported) - very frustrating I have subsequently decided to do things on my own. I will wait for a small list to finish and then place an order - its just the metric and imperial measurements which still has me googling Jeremy Jack12477, JeffT, Eddie and 2 others 5 Quote Regards Jeremy Currently in the shipyard: Meta nr 484 - Billing La Toulannaise (Billing) - on hold Waiting patiently in the shed: HMS Victory - Da Agostini (collection complete and anxiously waiting ) IL Leudo - Amati Lilla Dan nr 578 - Billing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted April 30, 2017 Share #5 Posted April 30, 2017 Hello Jeremy, Jack12477, Eddie, ctclock and 2 others 5 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...
Eddie Posted April 30, 2017 Share #6 Posted April 30, 2017 Hey howya goin ctclock mate, welcome Jack12477, mtaylor, geoff and 1 other 4 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...
geoff Posted April 30, 2017 Share #7 Posted April 30, 2017 welcome to MSW Jeremy. All the best, Geoff JeffT, mtaylor and Eddie 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loupy45 Posted April 30, 2017 Share #8 Posted April 30, 2017 Hello and welcome on board. I live in Durbanville ( Cape Town) as well and i understand the frustrations in trying to source anything in South Africa for the ship modeller. My first model was the HMS Endeavour and now i am building the San Juan Nepomuceno both from AL. The quality of AL sucks!!!! Specially the Elite Series made in Hong Kong. Lots of patience,lots of perseverance, and lots of swearing will get you there eventually. Let me know if you wish to contact me. Cheers, Renato mtaylor, Eddie, geoff and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winston Posted April 30, 2017 Share #9 Posted April 30, 2017 Hi ctclock, its a sad part of the world we live in but when one looks at the kits they are all junk, the most expensive part is the box. Sold world wide to people who know no better. I have decided to stick to scale from plan takes longer but far more rewarding in the long run . Winston geoff, Eddie, JeffT and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anja Posted April 30, 2017 Share #10 Posted April 30, 2017 Welcome aboard Jeremy, When you're ready, feel free to start a build log. This is a great site for learning/sharing tips and techniques. If needed, you'll find plenty of help, advise and encouragement from everyone. Enjoy your stay here. I wish you smooth sailing with our gallant crew. Regards, Anja mtaylor, Eddie, geoff and 1 other 4 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...
spars Posted April 30, 2017 Share #11 Posted April 30, 2017 Are you anywhere near Islandwana? Just picked up a book about the battle and how the British were handed their lunch by the Zulu. I'm hunting for paper model vessels. I wou;ld like a plastic, wood and paper model of the same vessel. JeffT, mtaylor, Eddie and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctclock Posted April 30, 2017 Author Share #12 Posted April 30, 2017 4 hours ago, loupy45 said: Hello and welcome on board. I live in Durbanville ( Cape Town) as well and i understand the frustrations in trying to source anything in South Africa for the ship modeller. My first model was the HMS Endeavour and now i am building the San Juan Nepomuceno both from AL. The quality of AL sucks!!!! Specially the Elite Series made in Hong Kong. Lots of patience,lots of perseverance, and lots of swearing will get you there eventually. Let me know if you wish to contact me. Cheers, Renato Small world - I am on a farm just outside Brackenfell We must definitely get together and compare notes. Just give me about 6 weeks to complete my treatment and then its game on! From what I have read, the Far East kits leave a lot to be desired. Luckily my shipyard doesnt have any kits from the east! Jeremy geoff, Eddie, JeffT and 1 other 4 Quote Regards Jeremy Currently in the shipyard: Meta nr 484 - Billing La Toulannaise (Billing) - on hold Waiting patiently in the shed: HMS Victory - Da Agostini (collection complete and anxiously waiting ) IL Leudo - Amati Lilla Dan nr 578 - Billing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctclock Posted April 30, 2017 Author Share #13 Posted April 30, 2017 11 minutes ago, davidrasch said: Are you anywhere near Islandwana? Just picked up a book about the battle and how the British were handed their lunch by the Zulu. I'm hunting for paper model vessels. I wou;ld like a plastic, wood and paper model of the same vessel. Sadly no. Isandlwana is about 1300km from me Eddie, JeffT and mtaylor 3 Quote Regards Jeremy Currently in the shipyard: Meta nr 484 - Billing La Toulannaise (Billing) - on hold Waiting patiently in the shed: HMS Victory - Da Agostini (collection complete and anxiously waiting ) IL Leudo - Amati Lilla Dan nr 578 - Billing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loupy45 Posted April 30, 2017 Share #14 Posted April 30, 2017 OK let me know. I will be away fro 3 weeks. geoff, JeffT, mtaylor and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffT Posted May 1, 2017 Share #15 Posted May 1, 2017 Hi Jeremy. Welcome to MSW mtaylor, geoff and Eddie 3 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...
ctclock Posted May 1, 2017 Author Share #16 Posted May 1, 2017 Thanks all for the welcome messages Eddie and mtaylor 2 Quote Regards Jeremy Currently in the shipyard: Meta nr 484 - Billing La Toulannaise (Billing) - on hold Waiting patiently in the shed: HMS Victory - Da Agostini (collection complete and anxiously waiting ) IL Leudo - Amati Lilla Dan nr 578 - Billing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EJ_L Posted May 1, 2017 Share #17 Posted May 1, 2017 Welcome to MSW!! Great to have you with us and best of luck to you on your build! mtaylor and Eddie 2 Quote "A Smooth Sea NEVER made a Skilled Sailor" - John George Hermanson -E.J. Current Builds - Royal Louis - Mamoli Royal Caroline - Panart Completed - Wood - Le Soleil Royal - Sergal - Build Log & Gallery La Couronne - Corel - Build Log & Gallery Rattlesnake - Model Shipways, HMS Bounty - Constructo Plastic - USS Constitution - Revel (twice), Cutty Sark. Unfinished - Plastic - HMS Victory - Heller, Sea Witch. Member : Nautical Research Guild Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allanyed Posted May 7, 2017 Share #18 Posted May 7, 2017 Welcome Jeremy, Can't say that I fully appreciate your frustrations but I do feel for you. I did have the pleasure to spend some time off of a freighter at Cape Town, Durban, East London, et al in '66 and was one of the best voyages I experienced. I am told by acquaintances who have been to S.A. recently that it is nothing like it was 50 years ago, but I do hope to make the trek again and spend time in the interior. Again, welcome to MSW and enjoy the ride. Allan mtaylor and Eddie 2 Quote PLEASE take 30 SECONDS and sign up for the epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series. Click on http://trafalgar.tv There is no cost other than the 30 seconds of your time. THANK YOU Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctclock Posted May 7, 2017 Author Share #19 Posted May 7, 2017 8 hours ago, allanyed said: Welcome Jeremy, Can't say that I fully appreciate your frustrations but I do feel for you. I did have the pleasure to spend some time off of a freighter at Cape Town, Durban, East London, et al in '66 and was one of the best voyages I experienced. I am told by acquaintances who have been to S.A. recently that it is nothing like it was 50 years ago, but I do hope to make the trek again and spend time in the interior. Again, welcome to MSW and enjoy the ride. Allan Thanks for the welcomes. Alan, cant say at the present moment we as South Africans are feeling great about our country - too much political issues making a unstable economy. Its great for visitors, but sucks for us since our exchange rate is crappy and makes purchasing overseas expensive.But lets leave the politics aside. It is a beautiful country - no doubt. And very popular as a tourist destination because of our weak exchange rate meaning their holiday cottage changes from a cottage to a 4 star hotel . Any time you are planning to come to my neck of the woods, give me a shout Eddie, allanyed, mtaylor and 1 other 4 Quote Regards Jeremy Currently in the shipyard: Meta nr 484 - Billing La Toulannaise (Billing) - on hold Waiting patiently in the shed: HMS Victory - Da Agostini (collection complete and anxiously waiting ) IL Leudo - Amati Lilla Dan nr 578 - Billing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pirozzi Posted May 9, 2017 Share #20 Posted May 9, 2017 Welcome aboard mate! Vince P. mtaylor 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fright Posted May 16, 2017 Share #21 Posted May 16, 2017 Jeremy - Ahoy! Ahoy aboard 'n look fore t' yer adventures! Quote Robert O Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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