HMS Prince 1670 by Captainhash - Constructo - Scale 1:61 - First wooden ship build

[Captainhash]

Hello,so over the years I have built many a plastic model from planes to cars to rc nitro to rc planes 28mm war miniatures I decided it was time to attempt  my first wooden ship the constructo prince 1670. Any help and tips  as I progress I will greatly appreciated. I found this forum searching for previous builds of this model and found spider pigs build log which is helping quite a bit( more for reassurance that I'm following destructions correctly) regards Ash. Here's progress so far 

[Captainhash]

Okay so layed down first deck instructions say to sand deck. So when I finish sanding lower deck should I clear varnish it?what's best varnish to use, satin, gloss,? Sanding does make sense now as I was looking in kit for the white looking deck wood and stuff supplied was a bit dark getting lighter now after sanding was checking for ages I was using right bundle of wood for decking.

[Captainhash]

[chris watton]

Always use a matt varnish.

[Captainhash]

Cheers Chris appreciate response👌

[Captainhash]

Still needs more sanding but looks alot better. 

[S.Coleman]

Looks great. Off to a good start. Everything looks neat.

[Captainhash]

Thanks I'm happy with how it's going enjoy learning different techniques as I go done detailing on lower deck now 

[chris watton]

Well done so far, deck detail looks good.

 

One thing I would suggest (based on experience) is to apply masking tape to the bow platform decking, to protect it. This is because by the time you are ready to finally finish that area, the hull will have gone through a lot of abuse with the two lots of planking, gluing and sanding.

 

If fact, it may be worth re-planking the front half round deck after you have completed the first planking. This is because the lighter first planking wood edges will be seen on the finished model, whereas if you re-plank after completing the first planking, the edges will be finished off with the same colour second planking.

[Captainhash]

Thanks for advise I was thinking the bow deck at front looked like it would prob get messed up when I start filing the overhang and keel supports ready for the Hull planking. The Hull planking part is what I'm probs nervous about most! I have noted in kit they have provided a veneer second layer for the bottom Hull so hopefully that hides any mess ups started practicing with a bending tool I bought other day results are mixed 😂 

[Captainhash]

Also quite happy that most of the lower deck on this model won't be seen so allowed me to practice and learn errors so that hopefully the main deck comes out a bit neater. Next task adding the Wales. I see on another post same ship he decided to paint Wales black is this so that makes the cannons stand out more? Also probs a bit early on but will 1/72 scale miniatures fit this scale as will be hoping to add crews for cannons ect 

Edited May 26, 2019 by Captainhash

[Captainhash]

Well the Wales were tricky didn't help a groove was missed with the laser cut part but sorted

[Captainhash]

 More progress made this morning main decking done starting to build upper decks ect  pretty happy with the deck

[Captainhash]

More decking layed, moving closer to finally starting the Hull planking 

[Captainhash]

Not much done today the joys of working but edged a bit further 

[Captainhash]

Bit more done close to starting hull

[Captainhash]

Also got some crew testers turn up today not sure if right size what you think too small? 

[coxswain]

I can't really tell, but given the scale of your ship (1:61) and the average size of men back then (66") he should be about 1.1 inches in height, if that helps at all.........Chris Watton may be making some figures in 1:64 that also might be suitable for your purposes......You're doing a great job so far, BTW!  Steve M

[Captainhash]

Bit more done just the keel to file and prepare for planking wish me luck 🤞 

[Captainhash]

First hull planks on fingers crossed they stay in position 

[Captainhash]

Progressing down the Hull no breaks yet happy with how it's going

[Captainhash]

Only two more light planks to go then time to mark the gunports

[Captainhash]

Only two more light planks to go then time to mark the gunports

[Captainhash]

Starboard side cannon ports cut out just need to tidy up ect dam one more side to go 😂

[Captainhash]

Both sides gun ports tidied and sanded smooth. Finally. Only a few left for when finish upper part. Next plan of action is to complete the lower Hull wish me luck 🤞 

[Captainhash]

Progressing slowly with the Hull... 

Edited June 8, 2019 by Captainhash

[Captainhash]

Really happy with how the Hull is going. Don't think I'll need to add second layer of veneer planking after all. Considering first time I've ever done a Hull I'm satisfied with how it looks

Edited June 9, 2019 by Captainhash

[Captainhash]

[Captainhash]

Not much time to do stuff this week but now finished laying the lower Hull just sanding to do but getting there. Also figuring a way of lighting the stern cabin windows. Found some useful kit online so gonna go with these 

[Captainhash]

More progress..