Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64

[GLakie]

Congratulations!    Very nice John!  It makes for an excellent display!   

[gjdale]

Wow John! That's a very impressive display. I love the extra details with the whale and whale boat, as well as the background and display board itself. Well done my friend!

[mobbsie]

Bloody hell John, how on earth do you expect to follow that, the whole diarama / display is truly wonderful.

 

You showed great vision and skill to achieve such a great build, well done my friend.

[schooner]

WOW! is right!!!

[lambsbk]

I agree John. Congratulations. I love the diorama. Dang, I almost feel sorry for the whale. What a beautiful finishing touch.

 

Dave

[texxn5]

Wow, thanks to all that commented. It's been quite a ride, and I have to admit, I loved every second of it. Thanks to all that have contributed and supported this project. Kind of a bitter sweet end.....

 

George, many thanks to all the comments and support.

 

Grant, thanks for all the input and accolades, and for being such a good friend!

 

Schooner, thanks for all your comments along the way.

 

Mike, thanks for all your support, as far as I know the scraps were cleaned up and discarded back in 2013 and the final disposition was in 2014. My scrap Base was a discarded piece from the day before I was there and the trash bin had been either auctioned or hauled off prior to that. The guy that provided me with it told me that it was scrap and that it was one of the last pieces to be cut out and he identified where it came from on the ship since he personally threw it in the trash. Trash for ship's but a great base for a model....especially since they are the same.

 

Mobbsie: Hi Tony, thanks for your comments...to answer the question:.....I have no idea!

 

David, thanks for stopping by and your comments. I know what you mean about the whale, I do not support whaling, nor do I like anything about it. The model of course is a Whaler, and to give it proper justice, I thought I would make a semi-diorama for the purpose of recording it's purpose and a reference as to scale. I'm glad that for the most part this practice has ceased. These massive creatures deserve the ocean and for mankind to leave them alone.

 

Thanks to all for your continued support.....

John

[mtaylor]

Sweet, John.  That base really sets her off well and brings the diorama together.   

[Piet]

WOW John, what a beautiful piece of art!  Just love the base, the wood grain really makes it pop and then your artistic foresight to in include a wale and the tool that caught it, the little boat.

I'm anxiously awaiting your next endeavor.  It'll be as nice or better then the Morgan, if that's even possible.  Well done my friend!

 

Cheers,

[texxn5]

thanks Mark for all your encouragement assistance and just genuine support in coaching me through this project...a true friend and colleague

 

Piet - what can I say, thank you my friend and maybe we'll catch up again in the near future...I'd love to see the O-19 again, since last time I saw her you were working on the hull....I think it's time for a few Leffe's...and a lot of reflection...

[lambsbk]

Ha. I would never accuse you of not loving whales - quite the opposite. Well done model John and, again, the diorama is an outstanding surprise "ending".

[Mirabell61]

Congrats to completion of your C:W: Morgan John,

 

it`s a very nice setup with the imaginable waterline, well done ! 

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Nils

[NenadM]

More than a WOW, John

[Piet]

Yes, John, Gwen and I would love for you and Diane to come and visit and lift a few Leffes with snacks!  Stay for dinner this time though.

 

The O19 sits proud as be on the shelf in my studio, right next to me.  i think you'll liken it.

 

Cheers, 

[chance]

Hi John,

 

There are no words to describe your work and your documentation.  Outstanding.  SInce we last chatted the planking is complete from the plank sheer to the wale and the measurement did the trick, it got me off dead center.   Thanks for your help and let's stay in touch.  

[popeye the sailor]

love the diorama effect John .......I'd say though that you had more fun with the whale boats,  than the Morgan herself......I think      awesome build my friend.......and gonna look sweet on the mantle  

[Brucealanevans]

John, congratulations on a great finish to a spectacular model.

Your experience and careful documenting thereof has been of great help to me as I plod along working intermittently on the Morgan.

Got diverted finishing up a software project, but will be getting back to work shortly and referencing your build log frequently.

Looking forward to your next (? RV friendly) build.

[texxn5]

I have posted a series of finished photographs of the model, base, whale and whaleboat on my website for anyone wanting to see them. Some are outside in clear blue skies, and some are inside with all the accessories.

 

Here is the link for anyone interested. Thanks guys - enjoy!

 

Link: http://www.charleswmorganmodel.com/morgan-model-finished-pictures.html

[GLakie]

Those are some great pics John. Isn't it amazing what a difference actual daylight does for the quality of the photo?  I'll be spending the next few months getting accessories for a few of the power tools I already have, so I'll be in contact in the next few months for stuff for the mill and other goodies. 

 

Edit: Almost forgot to ask if you were planning on putting her up in the Gallery here? 

Edited January 17, 2016 by GLakie

[Piet]

She's looking mighty fine on the gallery John, great job.  The pics against the blue sky without the background makes it look real.

 

Cheers,

[lambsbk]

Stunning photos John. I agree with Piet: the pics had me wondering for a brief bit "is it live or is it Memorex?"

 

Dave

[texxn5]

Wow, I've been gone a few days and have much to catch up with. Thanks to everyone for all the comments, likes and kudos. For keeping it brief I just want thank all of you. It's great to be at this point, now in my spare time I'm editing, reviewing and updating my websites. Trying to figure out what's next....

[texxn5]

I've added an engraved nameplate to finish things off. I represent the engraver, so anyone with custom needs let me know.

[Burroak]

John your Charles Morgan turned out absolutely fantastic. You have a great imagination for your display. Well Done.

 

Greg H.

[texxn5]

Thanks Greg, I appreciate the comments. It's been a lot of work...but fun work, and very rewarding. I actually think I'm finished now....can't think of anything else to add...maybe a couple of scale figures, but so far haven't found them.

Thanks for stopping by,

John

[Piet]

Very nice engraving work John, really fitting for that display and the ship.

 

Cheers,

[homer]

I had sent you a personal message some time back congratulating you on such a beautiful build. I just wanted to say it again on the NRG site. I should be getting back to my build soon and like Bruce, will be relying heavily upon your build as I go. Again, just beautiful. 

[texxn5]

Hi guys, I just wanted to post an update for any one who might be interested. 

 Even though I am still working on downsizing and liquidating my collectibles, which as of 9-8-2016 are still available, I still have the urge to build something. I have had the kit for the New Bedford Whaleboat by Model Shipways for a while now,  and I have decided to go ahead and build it too.  I have started another Build Log page on my website to document it's construction.  I probably should have done this prior to building the whaleboats for the Morgan so I would have had a better understanding and appreciation for what these little boats meant to a whaler.  I wasn't sure I was going to even attempt building this especially after making 7 boats for the Morgan and when finished with them I was burned out with the duplication.  The model can also travel with me and I can build it in my 5th Wheel much easier than a full size scale ship model.  To go to the log use the link below and  maneuver around to the page:  "Build Log -A- My Whaleboat".  I'm doing this build on my website to complement it and not wanting to duplicate it here as there are already several great build logs.  Anyone wishing to follow my whaleboat build please use the below link.

 

Hope all is well with everyone,

John

 

Link:  http://www.charleswmorganmodel.com/build-log---a---my-whaleboat.html

Edited September 18, 2016 by texxn5

[Blue Ensign]

The completion of your wonderful Morgan seems to have slipped below my radar John, what a fine project she has been, and such an inventive display.

 

Congratulations, and very well done

 

Cheers,

 

B.E.

[texxn5]

Thanks BE, good to see you aboard.  Hope all is well on the other side of the pond.  Thanks for your comments and kind words.  Yep, another project knocked off the Bucket List.

John

[Sjors]

Ill missed the finish ?????

How is that possible !!!!!!

 

Great job John.

That diorama is just the ice on the cake ( correct ? )

fantastic !!!

 

Sjors