sjanicki Posted July 23, 2019 Author Share #61 Posted July 23, 2019 @Heinrich der Seefahrer thanks so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyXO Posted August 20, 2019 Share #62 Posted August 20, 2019 Thanks to everyone who responded earlier to my query. Your posts were very helpful in getting me to where I am at present on my building the Blue Jacket Revenue Cutter. I am now up to putting in the masts and the rigging. Does anyone have large, detailed pictures, showing the standing and running rigging? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted September 30, 2019 Author Share #63 Posted September 30, 2019 A busy end of summer meant I am just now getting back into the build. I also took a quick break from the Revenue Cutter to put together a card stock aircraft model. My first card stock model so fairly happy with the result. I finished copper plating the rudder and then installed the pintles and gudgeons. They were a little difficult to make fit since after adding the copper plating the rudder was ever so slightly thicker. After mounting the rudder to the hull it actually looks pretty good! I also went and installed the deadeye chain plates as well as the wales. The entire hull and various fittings needed a bit of touch up paint before moving on. I also got a start on the aft cabin. Gluing it together and getting a first coat of primer. Super happy to be back working on the model and making progress! Tom E, Cathead, GrandpaPhil and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 1, 2019 Author Share #64 Posted October 1, 2019 Made a little more progress tonight! Mounted and pinned the rigging attachment points to the deadeye chain plates. After mounting I added another coat of touch up paint. The #75 drill worked great in the drill and was much faster than a pin vice. Next I painted the rudder plate cover and rear cabin assembly as well as the skylight cover. I glued the rudder plate cover in place and dry fit the remaining pieces. I need to cut the clear plate next to shape before gluing the cabin down. Compared to carving and coppering the hull these features go very fast GrandpaPhil, hexnut and Cathead 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr PR Posted October 1, 2019 Share #65 Posted October 1, 2019 You said you had "Chapelle's book." He has four that discuss revenue cutters and Baltimore clippers, but only the "History of American Sailing Ships" has many plans for revenue cutters. The Bluejacket kit seems to be for the 31 ton design by William Doughty. The "History of the American Sailing Navy" (1985) has drawings of this ship on pages 184, 191 and 196. The drawing on page 191 has the sail plan and spar dimensions. This is the largest drawing of this type I have seen. I suspect the Bluejacket plans are larger than this. Take these sail plans with a grain of salt. There were significant variations from ship to ship, and no one is really sure if any ships were built to Doughty's 31 ton design. Chapelle's "The Baltimore Clipper" is a wealth of information about the general design of the schooners and revenue cutters, but it is a small book with small drawings (and lots of them). It has detailed descriptions of the spars for many of these ships. Note: the original editions of some of Chapelle's books have larger drawings, including many fold out double page size plans. The more recent reprints reduce these plans to a single page. You can find the older editions on Amazon. RichardG 1 Quote Phil Current build: https://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/19611-albatros-by-dr-pr-mantua-scale-140-about-1815/&tab=comments#comment-601276 Previous build: https://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/19321-uss-oklahoma-city-clg-5-1971-3d-cad-model/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 1, 2019 Author Share #66 Posted October 1, 2019 Hi @Dr PR, thanks for all the great info! I have the “History of the American Sailing Navy” so I’ll be sure to reference those pages. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 2, 2019 Author Share #67 Posted October 2, 2019 Made some more progress tonight on the Deadeyes and cleats. I used the drill again to drill the various holes in the pre-marked locations on the deck as well as the transom. I elected to leave the various brass fittings in their natural color Made some progress on the toe rails as well. First time having to boil a pot of water for this hobby (though I suspect it won’t be the last!) The instructions do a great job on explaining what to do. Tom E, Cathead and GrandpaPhil 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 5, 2019 Author Share #68 Posted October 5, 2019 Made some more progress tonight on the toe rails, hatches, carronade, and various deck fittings. Cleaned up the carronade and it’s carriage. It’s really an intricate casting and quite cool. I had to drill out the lug mounts as well as various pulls attachment points. Next I painted the carronade black and carriage brown. I also prepped and painted the forward and main hatches, carronade track, bilge pumps, and galley stack. After gluing down these various components I realized I needed a darker stain on the toe rails so I wasn’t able to glue them down yet. Ryland Craze, GrandpaPhil and hexnut 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 7, 2019 Author Share #69 Posted October 7, 2019 (edited) Made some more progress this weekend on the various deck fittings. Mounted the various blocks as well as the knight heads, bites, tiller, and cabin companion hatch hinges. I also rigged the carronade but didn’t get glue it down. Also, made great progress on the stanchions. Cut them all to length, flattened the ends, and drilled a couple till I broke off my drill bit. Ordered another drill bit (actually 12) and should be finished with them later this week. Aside from the stanchions, I am done with the deck fittings and will move on to the masts next! Edited October 7, 2019 by sjanicki Duanelaker, Tom E, hexnut and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cathead Posted October 7, 2019 Share #70 Posted October 7, 2019 Nice work! Looks really crisp. Quote Eric Current builds: scratchbuilt Missouri River steamboat Peerless (1893); 1:1 scale timber-framed outdoor kitchen Nautical builds (kits): USS Cairo; NRG capstan project; NRG half-hull; Viking longship; US revenue cutter; 18th century longboat; Bounty launch Missouri River craft (scratchbuilt): 1853 Missouri River steamboat Arabia; 1865 steamboat Bertrand; Lewis & Clark barge; keelboat; 1876 steamboat Far West Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 7, 2019 Author Share #71 Posted October 7, 2019 Thank you @Cathead! Really learning a ton on this build so I am quite glad its actually turning our ok Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickyGene Posted October 11, 2019 Share #72 Posted October 11, 2019 I have this same kit as well as a few other of Bluejackets kits. You have done a wonderful job on this little beauty. Do not know what your next project might be after this one. But after your slam dunk job plating the hull, give the Pilot Boat a look. Look forward to the finish. Rick Quote Neophyte Shipwright Wisdom: When all else fails, read the instructions! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 11, 2019 Author Share #73 Posted October 11, 2019 @RickyGene thank you so much for the kind words! I am still a total novice with this model ship building so I appreciate the kind words! Especially as it relates to the coppering as I had no idea what I was doing. I think I'll have some time this weekend to make some progress on the masts - looking forward to it. I actually just ordered the USS Perry from BlueJacket. I was told it is really the perfect jump in required skill level and will also allow me to continue with coppering hulls. I ordered it before I was done with the Revenue Cutter so that I would be motivated to make fast progress 😂 RickyGene 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 12, 2019 Author Share #74 Posted October 12, 2019 Made some progress tonight on the masts. I don’t have a lathe so I needed to improvise on how to evenly taper the masts. I chucked them in a normal carpenters drill and utilized sandpaper as well as my rotary tool perpendicular to the mast to easily taper. Once the masts were tapered I used a combination of the rotary tool, razor blade, and sandpaper to square off the ends as the plans say. I then mounted the various laser cut parts per the instructions and stained and painted. Next up is just continued progress on the masts and rigging. Some extra drill bits showed up so I’ll be hopefully drilling the rest of the stanchions soon. jgodsey, Tom E, GrandpaPhil and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 13, 2019 Author Share #75 Posted October 13, 2019 Made some progress tonight on the top masts, spiders, boom jaw rest, yards and mast hoops. My improvised carpenters drill lathe continues to work great. Tapered the top masts without issue and drilled the appropriate holes per the plans. After a quick stain they were installed as well as the fid (evidently the fid is a small piece of brass that is inserted perpendicular to the top mast to keep it in place. I had never heard this term before this). I also installed the mast hoops and held them in place with some masking tape. Unfortunately I broke a few while cutting them from the sheet so hopefully nobody notices on the final build. After the hoops I installed the spiders and boom jaw rest and bracket without issue per the plans. Next I cut and tapered the lower and upper yards. For the small step on the ends of the yards (I’ll bet there is a name for this but unfortunately I don’t know it) I used a small saw to cut a little bit into the yard and then utilized a file and sand paper while rotating the yard to trim it down. Overall happy with the result! My first time rigging so excited to be making progress! Tom E, Cathead, hexnut and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickyGene Posted October 13, 2019 Share #76 Posted October 13, 2019 On 10/11/2019 at 11:37 AM, sjanicki said: @RickyGene thank you so much for the kind words! I am still a total novice with this model ship building so I appreciate the kind words! Especially as it relates to the coppering as I had no idea what I was doing. I think I'll have some time this weekend to make some progress on the masts - looking forward to it. I actually just ordered the USS Perry from BlueJacket. I was told it is really the perfect jump in required skill level and will also allow me to continue with coppering hulls. I ordered it before I was done with the Revenue Cutter so that I would be motivated to make fast progress 😂 Hey credit is due, where credit is due. Your hull has turned out nice for a novice (your word). We all started somewhere and my 1st sure did not turn out like yours did. So you are going with the USS Perry. Quite a jump, but glad to see you are willing to stretch your skills for something a bit more involved. Solid hulls are a great way to build ships. I have many un-built and shelfed f/future builds. One of my most ambitious builds was a Bluejacket 310' Destroyer. I horse traded w/a local then Hobby Shop because kit was a very expensive purchase back then. After I built it, took a couple years, the same guy who owned the shop bought it back and as far as I know, still has. I have been eyeballing one of their (Bluejacket) CSS Alabama's and or Portland. But being I am retired, I have to really want it bad before I buy now. I no longer buy to shelve, but too build. Looking forward to you completion of this project my friend. Rick😎 Quote Neophyte Shipwright Wisdom: When all else fails, read the instructions! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 14, 2019 Author Share #77 Posted October 14, 2019 Thanks so much @RickyGene! The Perry showed up this last Friday and it looks like an awesome kit! Once I finish the revenue cutter I’ll be sure to start a build log. Being a bit more complex of a model I am sure I’ll ask for advice here. Anyways, made a little bit of progress today on the boom and gaffs. GrandpaPhil, RickyGene and hexnut 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 18, 2019 Author Share #78 Posted October 18, 2019 Made some more progress on the bowsprit and masts tonight. Also, I finished the last wooden piece in the entire kit! So now it’s just a matter of rigging and assembly. Getting close! hexnut, Tom E, Blue Pilot and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickyGene Posted October 21, 2019 Share #79 Posted October 21, 2019 Again, a fine build so far. I have read several builds over the years about this little vessel. Some gave up because of issues with the hull and how machined. But you have shown it is a beauty if one persist. The addition of the copper plating has really made this a eye catcher. I have followed and will return I am sure many times when I break down and build the one I have. Looking forward to the finish. Rick😎 Quote Neophyte Shipwright Wisdom: When all else fails, read the instructions! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 22, 2019 Author Share #80 Posted October 22, 2019 @RickyGene thank you so much! I really had no idea what I was doing on most of this build so I am glad people think it’s turning out so nice. I think the addition of a power tool and plenty of time made the hull go well. The copper plates I am most proud of and, considering my inexperience, actually look pretty good! Looking forward to your build log when you start. Made some progress tonight on boom, gaffs, deadeyes, and boom traveler. The combination of very clear plans and and detailed instructions make it a fairly straight forward task. It’s my first time rigging so I am glad that there haven’t been any surprises. RickyGene, GrandpaPhil, hexnut and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 22, 2019 Author Share #81 Posted October 22, 2019 On 8/20/2019 at 12:38 PM, AndyXO said: Thanks to everyone who responded earlier to my query. Your posts were very helpful in getting me to where I am at present on my building the Blue Jacket Revenue Cutter. I am now up to putting in the masts and the rigging. Does anyone have large, detailed pictures, showing the standing and running rigging? @AndyXO sorry I missed your posts! I don’t have any photos beyond just what I have so far. I’ll be sure to post as I make it through though. Also, the other build logs may perhaps have photos that are further along. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickyGene Posted October 22, 2019 Share #82 Posted October 22, 2019 12 hours ago, sjanicki said: @RickyGene thank you so much! I really had no idea what I was doing on most of this build so I am glad people think it’s turning out so nice. I think the addition of a power tool and plenty of time made the hull go well. The copper plates I am most proud of and, considering my inexperience, actually look pretty good! Looking forward to your build log when you start. Made some progress tonight on boom, gaffs, deadeyes, and boom traveler. The combination of very clear plans and and detailed instructions make it a fairly straight forward task. It’s my first time rigging so I am glad that there haven’t been any surprises. Look closely and you can spot the intrepid builder in the photo. 😎 sjanicki 1 Quote Neophyte Shipwright Wisdom: When all else fails, read the instructions! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickyGene Posted October 22, 2019 Share #83 Posted October 22, 2019 Might be awhile before I get to her, in the docks now......OcCer HMS Terror, Aeropiccola French Chebec Indescret and last but not least Billing Boats Esmeralda. The French Chebec seems to be getting all the attention right now. The Billing Boats Esmeralda is just in the keel laying phase. The poor HMS Terror, just sett'in on a shelf. I have always had a hard time staying on just one project. Albeit, some time does pass before one is completed. But I have found that I seem to complete more this way than if I try to stay on one and lose all interest. I am cursed with the most dreaded affliction….perfectionist. Oh for the days of just building for the fun of it. I hope you never have to deal with that curse, but sadly if you stay at it long enough, she will ever so slightly creep in! Rick8) sjanicki 1 Quote Neophyte Shipwright Wisdom: When all else fails, read the instructions! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 26, 2019 Author Share #84 Posted October 26, 2019 Made a little more progress last night on the rigging. Continuing to chug away! GrandpaPhil, Cathead, Tom E and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 28, 2019 Author Share #85 Posted October 28, 2019 So calling the revenue cutter finished. I still need to finish the case as well as take some high quality photos but finished the rigging tonight. Super happy with how it turned out! jgodsey, GrandpaPhil, gsdpic and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrBlueJacket Posted October 28, 2019 Share #86 Posted October 28, 2019 A really fine looking model. Finished status noted. sjanicki 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 28, 2019 Author Share #87 Posted October 28, 2019 @MrBlueJacket thank you! I stained the case kit as well and I am picking up the glass this afternoon so I should be able to take some high quality photos to share (hopefully tonight). Really learned a ton on this kit btw! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjanicki Posted October 29, 2019 Author Share #88 Posted October 29, 2019 Posting some finished photos of the Revenue Cutter. Overall super happy with how it turned out! gsdpic, GrandpaPhil, jgodsey and 9 others 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrandpaPhil Posted October 29, 2019 Share #89 Posted October 29, 2019 Congratulations! Well done! Quote Building: 1:64 HMS Revenge (Victory Models plans) 1:64 Cat Esther (17th Century Dutch Merchant Ships) On the building slip: 1:72 French Ironclad Magenta (original shipyard plans) On hold: 1:98 Mantua HMS Victory (kit bash), 1:96 Shipyard HMS Mercury Favorite finished builds: 1:60 Sampang Good Fortune (Amati plans), 1:200 Orel Ironclad Solferino, 1:72 Schooner Hannah (Hahn plans), 1:72 Privateer Prince de Neufchatel (Chapelle plans), Model Shipways Sultana, Heller La Reale, Encore USS Olympia Goal: Become better than I was yesterday "The hardest part is deciding to try." - me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccoyle Posted October 29, 2019 Share #90 Posted October 29, 2019 Congratulations from me as well. Loved your D VII build, too! I have the D VIII from Kartonowa Kolekcja in my stash. sjanicki 1 Quote Chris Coyle Greer, South Carolina When you have to shoot, shoot. Don't talk. - Tuco Current builds: Brigantine Phoenix, Hawker Hurricane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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