Oseberg by Davemc - Billing Boats

[Davemc]

Having completed HMS Cruiser and HMS Snake I decided I needed a break from Rigging😕 and having seen Jack P's build log I have decided to try the Oseberg. After an initial confusion at finding that the laser cut frames were arranged in a different pattern to the diagram in the plans I have set to it and started the keel.

 

I have decided to stain the wood dark mahogany and have stained the frame and planks with two initial coats.  I have mahogany veneer to cover exposed plywood edges, but otherwise will be using the wood supplied

 

Photos to follow

[md1400cs]

Dave,

 

Good luck - will follow along - my next build will be a Viking ship. Yes Jack P's is gorgeous indeed.

 

Regards,

[Davemc]

Thanks Michael

 

Dave

[Davemc]

Attached is the diagram in the Oseberg manual, which I found different from the materials supplied, two separate pieces arranged in a different way, fortunately I soon realised the symmetry of the construction and was easily able to work out the position of each frame.

[Davemc]

Keel & Frames in position 5 & 6 glued

[Davemc]

I gather that I will have to drill the oar holes in the top plank using the plans as a template, any hints on doing this without causing damage would be appreciated!

[Davemc]

Completed the lower hull, now to start fitting the side pieces

[Davemc]

Sides just about completed, now the decision as to how to work the bow & stern.

I think it will be trial and hopefully not too much error, I intend taking down the layers of ply on the boat itself rather than the scroll work, but the final decision will have to wait until I have completed the removal of the first layer.

[Davemc]

Completed this ship pictures attached, although they are not particularly good.

[GrandpaPhil]

Nicely done!

[J11]

Nice work, I also have this kit moth-balled. Look forward to starting it one day.

[Davemc]

thanks