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HMS Diana By Barbossa - Caldercraft - Scale 1:64 - The 1794 Attempt


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Hi,

wasn't happy with the rope coils on the central balustrade, so I made it all over again using some kind of jig. I'more happy with the outcome as the rope coils describe the curve I was hoping for. 

The rigging is almost done : so here's some over all shots.

Still the anchors and the 26ft pinnace or longboat to do + some extra rope coils

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Christian

 

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Beautiful ship and almost finished.

Do you have an idea what your next model will be?

Regards, Patrick

 

Finished :  Soleil Royal Heller 1/100   Wasa Billing Boats   Bounty Revell 1/110 plastic (semi scratch)   Pelican / Golden Hind  1/45 scratch

Current build :  Mary Rose 1/50 scratch

Gallery Revell Bounty  Pelican/Golden hind 1/45 scratch

To do Prins Willem Corel, Le Tonnant Corel, Yacht d'Oro Corel, Thermopylae Sergal 

 

Shore leave,  non ship models build logs :  

ADGZ M35 funkwagen 1/72    Einhets Pkw. Kfz.2 and 4 1/72   Autoblinda AB40 1/72   122mm A-19 & 152mm ML-20 & 12.8cm Pak.44 {K8 1/2} 1/72   10.5cm Howitzer 16 on Mark. VI(e)  Centurion Mk.1 conversion   M29 Weasel 1/72     SAM6 1/72    T26 Finland  T26 TN 1/72  Autoprotetto S37 1/72     Opel Blitz buses 1/72  Boxer and MAN trucks 1/72   Hetzer38(t) Starr 1/72    

 

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Hi,

Thanks B.E., Patrick, GMO2,kopeikin, Bob for the nice comments.

 

Adding sails came certainly accross my mind and many members face the same dilemma

- sails make your model really complete but hide on the other hand the rigging ( shrouds, ratlines, etc... )

- other MSW-builds already proved me wrong but for myself , I'm a bit reluctant if whether or not the 1/64 scale is appropriated for adding realistic sails (even the  furled ones ). This is only my personal opinion but if it were a 1/48 scale ship  I would give it a go. 

This question is quite rightly and I'm curious to read/hear other members experiences/opinions about this matter.

 

Next project ?

After a (small) break, different possibilities :

- a typical chebec starting from the OCCRE Cazador kit

http://www.modelships.de/Schebecke,_arabisch/Gesamtansichten Schebecke.htm

- I have HMS Pegasus on the shelf

 

- and perhaps a semi scratch build starting from Boudriot's La Vénus 1782 : the idea is to realise -at first- the hull from paper/card. From the latter I shall learn about the inner structures and allow myself to make (lot's:D) of mistakes. The wooden hull is to follow. HMS Diana is to feature as a sort of a  Benchmark when it comes to detail and the finishing. I already updated most of the plans to a 1/64 scale version.

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Christian

 

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She's looking really good Christian and those overall shots are testament to your work! The reworked coils look to have much more of a scale weight to them which greatly enhances the effect. 

Cheers,
 
Jason


"Which it will be ready when it is ready!"
 
In the shipyard:

HMS Jason (c.1794: Artois Class 38 gun frigate)

Queen Anne Royal Barge (c.1700)

Finished:

HMS Snake (c.1797: Cruizer Class, ship rigged sloop)

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Thanks Jason, while we're at it and just a thought : perhaps you may want to fix the rope coils  on battens & other "furniture" while fix the latter on the deck ?

For reasons related to accessibility I'm considering this option  for later builds.

Any thoughts on this specific topic are more than welcome.

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Christian

 

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Thanks for all the kind words and likes, much appreciated.

It sure feels good to put "daily life troubles" aside and putting the mind ( or what is left over :D ) at rest .

 

Next subproject : the 26 ft launch : the AoTS describes a windass and other intersting details. This should be fun !

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Christian

 

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Hi Robin & Zach

Thanks for the kind words : much appreciated. 

Although issued quite long ago , HMS Diana is a recommendable kit and offers lots of possibilities for extra details.

BTW : and just for the record : has anyone a clue when Caldercraft issued this kit ?

anticipated thanks

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Christian

 

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Anchors & Buoys

 

Mr. B.E's Pegasus buildlog is a very recommendable source of inspiration so I decided -in addition to the anchors- to try out my own version of the buoys.

Although they look a bit like beehives, I like this extra detail, hope you do also

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Beautiful work Christian, I agree that these small details make a huge difference!

Cheers,
 
Jason


"Which it will be ready when it is ready!"
 
In the shipyard:

HMS Jason (c.1794: Artois Class 38 gun frigate)

Queen Anne Royal Barge (c.1700)

Finished:

HMS Snake (c.1797: Cruizer Class, ship rigged sloop)

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hello,

 

added the rudder chain and the (false)toggle tacks

another extra nice detail is to add a spare dowell alongside the channels. I limited myself to the main channel : the position of the anchors on the fore channels hampered this operation.

Building instructions seem not that clear on the matter so I went for a clean solution using some spare parts of previous builds

here's part 1 of 2

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Christian

 

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Great work Christian, she looks wonderful.

 

Be Good

 

mobbsie

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Current Build:- HMS Schooner Pickle

 

Completed Builds :-   Panart 1/16 Armed Launch / Pinnace ( Completed ),  Granado Cross Section 1/48

Harwich Bawley, Restoration,  Thames Barge Edme, Repair / Restoration,  Will Everard 1/67 Billings 

HMS Agamemnon 1781 - 1/64 Caldercraft KitHM Brig Badger,  HM Bomb Vessel Granado,
Thames Steam Launch Louise,  Thames Barge Edme,  Viking Dragon Boat


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Hi Mobbsie,

thanks for your kind words, and thanks for all the likes.

Little by little I'm moving towards the 26 ft Launch, which I definitely consider as a separate object.

 

At present-however- I'm doing some research about installing this  little cupboard ( I have no knowledge about the exact maritime description ) with measurement instruments, compass... Nor have I got a clue about it's exact position, somewhere near the ship's wheel. I guess.

 

I'll take a look in other members builds. 

 

Take care

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Christian

 

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Intersting remark, Zappto

My (wild) guess is between 250 - 300 crew members.

 

Besides, I went through your Friesland buildlog and it brings back fine memories as I build the ship between 1996 and 1999.

I gave it to my older brother. I should take some pictures whenever I pay him a visit

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Christian

 

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Great pictures, especially like the close up view of the stern.  I was going to use exactly the same approach for the chain so nice to see it work so well.  Now I've "been there and nearly done that" I can appreciate your craftsmanship even more ;)  BTW, I think you are referring to the binnacle (?)

Cheers,
 
Jason


"Which it will be ready when it is ready!"
 
In the shipyard:

HMS Jason (c.1794: Artois Class 38 gun frigate)

Queen Anne Royal Barge (c.1700)

Finished:

HMS Snake (c.1797: Cruizer Class, ship rigged sloop)

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Hi Jason:

Yes, Yes, Binnacle = that's the word. Google Images confirm 100 % :)

When it comes to nautical terms, I sincerely must admit , whenever I'm posting something on the forum, the need to have a translator tool at my disposal. ( be it a book or Interrnet)

Thanks a lot for the kind words & the input, Jason.

 

The Binnacle is just another detail that may contribute to bring the model "alive". At least that's my aim.

 

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Christian

 

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Hi, here's the attempt for the binnacle

here's where I found the necessary inspiration

 

http://www.steelnavy.com/images/2006May/Fri14jl.JPG

 

So in comparison with the link hereabove, mine is a bit oversized, I'm afraid, but I can live with it

Here's the pics part 1 of 2

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I think it fits vey nicely Christian, nice precise work - now you can truly go places!

Cheers,
 
Jason


"Which it will be ready when it is ready!"
 
In the shipyard:

HMS Jason (c.1794: Artois Class 38 gun frigate)

Queen Anne Royal Barge (c.1700)

Finished:

HMS Snake (c.1797: Cruizer Class, ship rigged sloop)

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Beautifully made Binnacle Christian.

 

 

Regards, Patrick

 

Finished :  Soleil Royal Heller 1/100   Wasa Billing Boats   Bounty Revell 1/110 plastic (semi scratch)   Pelican / Golden Hind  1/45 scratch

Current build :  Mary Rose 1/50 scratch

Gallery Revell Bounty  Pelican/Golden hind 1/45 scratch

To do Prins Willem Corel, Le Tonnant Corel, Yacht d'Oro Corel, Thermopylae Sergal 

 

Shore leave,  non ship models build logs :  

ADGZ M35 funkwagen 1/72    Einhets Pkw. Kfz.2 and 4 1/72   Autoblinda AB40 1/72   122mm A-19 & 152mm ML-20 & 12.8cm Pak.44 {K8 1/2} 1/72   10.5cm Howitzer 16 on Mark. VI(e)  Centurion Mk.1 conversion   M29 Weasel 1/72     SAM6 1/72    T26 Finland  T26 TN 1/72  Autoprotetto S37 1/72     Opel Blitz buses 1/72  Boxer and MAN trucks 1/72   Hetzer38(t) Starr 1/72    

 

Si vis pacem, para bellum

 
 
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Thanks Jason, Patrick and all the likes. You're all very wellcome

Back to the 26 ft longboat : clincker planking on the starboard side is almost done

Furthermore : I need to look ahead and think about a display case

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Christian

 

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