mollusk Posted August 6, 2017 Share #1 Posted August 6, 2017 Hullo all, Perhaps 7 years ago, after enjoying the first couple of books in the Aubrey-Maturin series, I was inspired to try a model boat build. I had images of a warship of some kind but plumped instead for a more realistic kit based on what the shop had in stock: the Cadaqués from Artesania Latina. Things initially progressed rapidly with the false keel and frames coming together, followed by the decking. But then the challenges of planking the hull arrived. Forming the first few strakes using hot water and fingers seemed to go well but actually holding them in place while the glue set was beyond me at the time and so the kit was relegated to the top shelf of the wardrobe. Present day and I'm still enjoying Mr O'Brian's novels and cast around occasionally for pictures of those ships mentioned. It was while idly searching for a model of the HMS Sophie (brig-rigged sloop) that I came across Trevor Copp's inspirational trio of ships here: http://www.jotika-ltd.com/Pages/1024768/CKit_Various_01.htm and from there it was only a small delay before I found this wonderful site. Predictably I am now all fired up to try my hand at a cutter or brig, but before I attempt that jump I'm returning to the Cadaqués and my nemesis: its hull. Armed with the articles, posts and people on this site I feel much better equipped. Here's hoping this isn't a short stay, Martin. geoff, CaptainSteve, mtaylor and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveRow Posted August 6, 2017 Share #2 Posted August 6, 2017 Welcome on board Martin(Aussie). I have found the site extremely helpful with lots of information and members seem to pop up to offer excellent advice on all sorts of building topics. Stick with it. Dave R mtaylor and geoff 2 Quote Dave R Measure twice, cut once. Current Build: HMB Endeavour 1768 (In the shipyard being constructed) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted August 6, 2017 Share #3 Posted August 6, 2017 G'day Martin, and a warm welcome to the forum from up in Sydney. John mtaylor and geoff 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoff Posted August 6, 2017 Share #4 Posted August 6, 2017 Welcome to MSW Martin. All the best, Geoff mtaylor 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fernando E Posted August 6, 2017 Share #5 Posted August 6, 2017 Hello Martin and welcome to MSW. I'm also a newbie to this site but built my first boat last year...the Cadaque. A lot of trial and error but got it finished and now sits proudly in my study with all its mistakes. I have picked up a few ideas from this website which made my second build (Cutter Mermaid) much easier including seeing this you tube clip from Leon Griffiths ( . If you haven't seen it have a look at it particularly the planking tips....made my life less stressful and answered many of my queries which I had when building the Cadaque. Stick with your build and I'm sure you will find it very rewarding when finished. I'll be watching your build with interest. Cheers.........Fernando mtaylor 1 Quote Current Builds - Colonial Brig Perseverance 1807 by Fernando E - Modellers Shipyard - 1:48 scale Previous Builds - S Lucia by Fernando E - Panart - Scale 1:30 Sloop Norfolk 1798 by Fernando E - Modellers Shipyard - Scale 1:36 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spars Posted August 6, 2017 Share #6 Posted August 6, 2017 And I have been reading about the WW II part played by Aussies in defeat of one of the world's premier ocean going fleets. This is the theatre all my family members who served fought in. On to a point use a search engine for 'building scale model ships' for more visual information. It has helped me just seeing how its done. I have watched Master and Commander so many times just for the vessel. The books are in my library. mtaylor 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek C Posted August 6, 2017 Share #7 Posted August 6, 2017 Welcome aboard Martin , I am also new to this site , I have only been here a few weeks and find I cant stop looking through all the great build logs and there is so many other cool forums as well , I have used a few already , and have been warmly welcomed in each one . I find I learn something new everyday. I am working on a 18th century lonboat myself hope to have it done in the upcoming week . Start a build log so we can follow along with your nemesis and you will find a ton of help with the problems you might run across. All the best Derek mtaylor 1 Quote Derek C Quote A man without a goal is like a ship without a rudder --Thomas Carlyle Current Build 18th Century Whaling Vessel "Lagoda" Finished Builds Triton Cross Section by Derek C 1/48 18th century longboat by Slideways - FINISHED - Model Shipways 18th century longboat by sideways from MS plans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted August 6, 2017 Share #8 Posted August 6, 2017 Hello Martin, Welcome to MSW. The best way to get help and improve skills is to open a build log. You'll get help and encouragement. 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...
mollusk Posted August 7, 2017 Author Share #9 Posted August 7, 2017 Thanks all for the warm welcome, encouragement and information. I've started a build log and so far enjoying the whole experience. I'm looking forward to perusing your various builds :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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