Wxchsr Posted January 26, 2023 Share #1771 Posted January 26, 2023 30 minutes ago, Chuck said: The contemporary model is the original primary source for the carvings. It was a very important model and made at the time the original ship existed. So there is absolutely no reason to believe they are an accurate representation of what actually appeared. You cant get better than that. To use anything else would be far more speculative and unlikely. I would absolutely encourage you to start your own build log so any questions you might have would be asked there. It would also be better for the group to see your progress. Join the group....dont be shy. Chuck Thank you Chuck, and will do on the log! FrankWouts, Chuck and James G 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James G Posted January 26, 2023 Share #1772 Posted January 26, 2023 Hi Wxchsr! I’m new to the group as well and also highly recommend a build log. The group here is so friendly and helpful. Any questions I’ve had to date have been quickly answered by Chuck and or other members that are further along in their builds. Never too late to join the party! Glad you’re here. Best, Jim Ryland Craze, Wxchsr, FrankWouts and 1 other 4 Jim Current Build: HMS Winchelsea, Model Shipways Mayflower Completed Builds: NRG Half Hull Project Model Shipways 18th Century Armed Longboat Dumas 1954 Chris Craft 36' Commander Dumas 1940 Chris Craft 19' Barrel Back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glbarlow Posted January 26, 2023 Share #1773 Posted January 26, 2023 I agree. Having a build log gives you both the chance to share and ask the inevitable questions that will come up and to get encouragement for others. There is every level of experience and expertise, there is no judgement, only help and and camaraderie. Join the fun and enjoy your build. FrankWouts, Ryland Craze, James G and 3 others 6 Regards, Glenn Current Build: HMS Winchelsea Completed Builds: HM Flirt (paused) HM Cutter Cheerful, Lady Nelson, Amati HMS Vanguard, HMS Pegasus, Fair American, HM Granado, HM Pickle, AVS, Pride of Baltimore, Bluenose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wxchsr Posted January 26, 2023 Share #1774 Posted January 26, 2023 6 hours ago, glbarlow said: I agree. Having a build log gives you both the chance to share and ask the inevitable questions that will come up and to get encouragement for others. There is every level of experience and expertise, there is no judgement, only help and and camaraderie. Join the fun and enjoy your build. Thanks to all three of your responses! I will do that! This is my third build, but haven't done one in probably 25-30 years. First was a plank on carved hull (loosely based on the HMS Challenger). Second was a plank on frame. I don't have either anymore (one was destroyed in a fall and the other was a gift). I'm not looking for perfect, rather just to have fun with the build and maybe show some things to the kids and have them help to their level of comfort. So far I have the bulkheads, knee and keel done or in progress, so I'll have to grab some pictures before any next steps! Ryland Craze, FrankWouts, glbarlow and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glbarlow Posted January 26, 2023 Share #1775 Posted January 26, 2023 You’re on your way! FrankWouts 1 Regards, Glenn Current Build: HMS Winchelsea Completed Builds: HM Flirt (paused) HM Cutter Cheerful, Lady Nelson, Amati HMS Vanguard, HMS Pegasus, Fair American, HM Granado, HM Pickle, AVS, Pride of Baltimore, Bluenose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gus M Posted February 9, 2023 Share #1776 Posted February 9, 2023 love this thread, and I am really impressed with the work and the final result, it is a marvel, congrats or your amazing work @Chuck Chuck and FrankWouts 2 Greetings Gus ------------------------------------------------------------------- Current build log: San Francisco Cross Section Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Posted February 9, 2023 Author Share #1777 Posted February 9, 2023 Thank you! FrankWouts and Jack12477 2 Chuck Passaro - MSW Admin Sloop Speedwell - POF scratch Block Island Boat - POF scratch HMS Winchelsea - POB scratch build HM Cutter Cheerful - POB scratch build Royal Barge - POF scratch Medway Longboat- POF Scratch SYREN SHIP MODEL COMPANY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glbarlow Posted November 11, 2023 Share #1778 Posted November 11, 2023 Just curious as to why? The two fore riding bits are so much larger and more ‘beefy’ than the main mast bits on Winchelsea. Were they used differently or have a different purpose? Just curious. Captain Poison, FrankWouts, egkb and 2 others 3 2 Regards, Glenn Current Build: HMS Winchelsea Completed Builds: HM Flirt (paused) HM Cutter Cheerful, Lady Nelson, Amati HMS Vanguard, HMS Pegasus, Fair American, HM Granado, HM Pickle, AVS, Pride of Baltimore, Bluenose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregory Posted November 11, 2023 Share #1779 Posted November 11, 2023 If I may, and Chuck will correct me if I'm wrong, The bits closest to the fore mast are for handling rigging, the riding bits, just aft, are for handling the anchor cables. glbarlow, hollowneck and FrankWouts 3 Luck is just another word for good preparation. —MICHAEL ROSE Current builds: Rattlesnake (Scratch From MS Plans On Hold: HMS Resolution ( AKA Ferrett ) In the Gallery: Yacht Mary, Gretel, French Cannon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Posted November 12, 2023 Author Share #1780 Posted November 12, 2023 Correct…you get a gold star. FrankWouts and glbarlow 2 Chuck Passaro - MSW Admin Sloop Speedwell - POF scratch Block Island Boat - POF scratch HMS Winchelsea - POB scratch build HM Cutter Cheerful - POB scratch build Royal Barge - POF scratch Medway Longboat- POF Scratch SYREN SHIP MODEL COMPANY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beckmann Posted January 3 Share #1781 Posted January 3 Hi Chuck, one question: Did you make the Winchelsea display-stand parallel to the waterline or parallel to the keel? The Amazon display is obviously made parallel to the waterline, the bow column is longer than the one at the stern. Thanks Matthias hollowneck 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Posted January 3 Author Share #1782 Posted January 3 To the keel…its just easier. hollowneck 1 Chuck Passaro - MSW Admin Sloop Speedwell - POF scratch Block Island Boat - POF scratch HMS Winchelsea - POB scratch build HM Cutter Cheerful - POB scratch build Royal Barge - POF scratch Medway Longboat- POF Scratch SYREN SHIP MODEL COMPANY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blacky Posted February 17 Share #1783 Posted February 17 On 12/21/2020 at 1:42 AM, Chuck said: You want to make another one!!!! 🤣 LOL Truth be told....I almost chose Minerva instead. But Winnie won out because of the wealth of primary source info. By the way....the Minerva is also another 5th rate with just 3 lids aft and just one up at the bow. Look closely at that forward lid.....note how the lid curves like the bow. You need to pre-bend those little pieces before you make the lid. Although not that much as I suspect that lid is curved even more due to age and warp. Hi all. I have a question regarding wood on this model, last two pictures. What wood was used to get that nice warm yellow orange color. I am soon starting HMS agamemnon build from caldercraft but would like to have yellow parts not painted. Fell free to give me advice on what combination of wood to use. I would like to get nice details and sharp edges on smaller parts so i guess hardwood is the right choice. But what wood to use for planking hull that maches hardwood in color. Also what are the alternatives to hardwood. Thank you in advance Current builds: - HMS Endeavour by Occre - HMS Agamemnon by Caldercraft Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Posted February 17 Author Share #1784 Posted February 17 Its all mainly Alaskan Yellow Cedar. Real premium stuff however which is clear A grade with little to no grain visible. in Europe it can be sourced at Hobbymill.eu. Great place to get wood. They have AYC and other woods. In the US it is available at ModelersSawmill.com Chuck Passaro - MSW Admin Sloop Speedwell - POF scratch Block Island Boat - POF scratch HMS Winchelsea - POB scratch build HM Cutter Cheerful - POB scratch build Royal Barge - POF scratch Medway Longboat- POF Scratch SYREN SHIP MODEL COMPANY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnobiumPunctatum Posted February 18 Share #1785 Posted February 18 7 hours ago, Blacky said: It is hard to get that material in europe. And all i ordered from you, was soo expensive in the end cos of shipment and taxes. Almost two times your prices. I need to find alternative wood type. I can afford smaller parts and some ropes but not wood for whole model. In Europe the first choice for builing models is pear wood. There are some compnies in the markt to buy the timber. Regards Christian Current build: HM Cutter Alert, 1777; HM Sloop Fly, 1776 - 1/36 On the drawing board: English Ship Sloops Fly, 1776, Comet, 1783 and Aetna, 1776; Naval Cutter Alert, 1777 Paused: HMS Triton, 1771 - 1/48 "Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it." Salvador Dali Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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