turangi Posted March 28, 2019 Share #1 Posted March 28, 2019 (edited) Hello all, what a wonderful site. As a bit of introduction I just completed the Model Shipways New Bedford Whaleboat. I started building this while undergoing 6 months of chemotherapy that caused the loss of feeling in my hands. I thought it would be good therapy and it did seem to help. I worked on it when I felt able and found it relaxing and fun as I was essentially on home confinement for many months. Due to my neuropathy and inability to feel the small parts I made extensive use of hemostats, forceps and tweezers. I am included a few photos and any comments, suggestions or criticisms would be welcomed! John Edited September 9, 2019 by turangi ccoyle, Bob Cleek, Cuda1949 and 21 others 24 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kurtvd19 Posted March 28, 2019 Share #2 Posted March 28, 2019 Welcome to MSW. Great first effort. Therapy with good results. Keep it up. Kurt BETAQDAVE and CDW 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Cleek Posted March 28, 2019 Share #3 Posted March 28, 2019 Beautiful job! I hope your chemo turned out as well as your model! Just one suggestion: build or buy a nice display case for it. That will preserve what is truly a work of art for generations to come. Without a case, well, there's dust, curious grandkids, the cat... the list goes on and on. Any ideas for your next build? mtaylor, CaptainSteve, BETAQDAVE and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted March 28, 2019 Share #4 Posted March 28, 2019 Hello John, and a warm welcome to MSW from 'Down Under'. It's looks like you've made a really good job of your first model! John CaptainSteve, mtaylor, CDW and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KHauptfuehrer Posted March 28, 2019 Share #5 Posted March 28, 2019 Fantastic work! BETAQDAVE, mtaylor, Seahawk1313 and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seahawk1313 Posted March 28, 2019 Share #6 Posted March 28, 2019 Very nicely done, equipment details add to the build. For a first build your work is impressive, especially with your hand problem. May it be the first of many more boats and ships - Hal bruce d, CaptainSteve, BETAQDAVE and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CDW Posted March 28, 2019 Share #7 Posted March 28, 2019 Excellent work. Looking forward to your next project. BETAQDAVE, CaptainSteve and mtaylor 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted March 28, 2019 Share #8 Posted March 28, 2019 Hello John, Welcome to MSW. I find it hard to believe that's a first build. It is just incredible. CaptainSteve and BETAQDAVE 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pontiachedmark Posted March 28, 2019 Share #9 Posted March 28, 2019 Gidday John and another warm welcome from the Land Downunder. For a first build she is impressive I really am impressed by your attention to detail. You have found a site with plenty of knowledge and expertise. I wish you all the best with your health and your future endeavours. Mark. CaptainSteve, BETAQDAVE and mtaylor 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainSteve Posted March 28, 2019 Share #10 Posted March 28, 2019 (edited) John. I can only echo what everyone else is saying. That is most impressive for a first build. Heck. That's impressive for a third, fourth or fifth build !! So what's next ... a full scratch build of Sovereign of the Seas ?? Edited March 28, 2019 by CaptainSteve mtaylor, bruce d and BETAQDAVE 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
probablynot Posted March 28, 2019 Share #11 Posted March 28, 2019 Super work on that whaleboat John. I love your miniature accessories, esp. the little compass swinging on its gymbals, and the two nicely-matched knives. Welcome to the MSW madhouse, from a member in Wales, UK who was a novice at age 76 (and at 82 still is a novice, really, I suppose …) CaptainSteve, BETAQDAVE and mtaylor 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turangi Posted March 28, 2019 Author Share #12 Posted March 28, 2019 (edited) Thanks very much for the warm welcome and gracious comments! This is a very impressive site with lots of extremely talented members. I look forward to staying here. I think I will have a go at the Model Shipways Willie Bennett next. Edited March 28, 2019 by turangi CaptainSteve and mtaylor 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BETAQDAVE Posted March 28, 2019 Share #13 Posted March 28, 2019 A most impressive first build regardless of your limitations. CaptainSteve and mtaylor 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spars Posted March 28, 2019 Share #14 Posted March 28, 2019 Welcome from a Chicago boy(age 68). I know modelers half your age who would give a lot to do as well as you do. BETAQDAVE, CaptainSteve and mtaylor 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob porter Posted March 28, 2019 Share #15 Posted March 28, 2019 Wow Super job. Keep up the great work. Bob Porter BETAQDAVE, CaptainSteve and mtaylor 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baker Posted March 30, 2019 Share #16 Posted March 30, 2019 Great work. Greetings and mtaylor 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overworked724 Posted March 30, 2019 Share #17 Posted March 30, 2019 Absolutely fantastic! You created something beautiful there, mate! Awesome job. mtaylor 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr PS - Paul Schulze Posted September 9, 2019 Share #18 Posted September 9, 2019 I just found your log. Absolutely nice build and welcome to MSW. mtaylor 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted September 9, 2019 Share #19 Posted September 9, 2019 Hello and welcome, beautiful work. mtaylor 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Hoss Posted September 9, 2019 Share #20 Posted September 9, 2019 Great work! Hope to watch more builds from you... mtaylor 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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