Mr. Hornblower Posted June 3, 2019 #1 Posted June 3, 2019 Good morning Gentlemen, Well, for those of you who may not have read my previous thread (below), this is my first attempt at a scratch-build, using Goodwin's (extremely helpful) guide for the Cutter Alert of 1777. I have drawn out each individual scantling/rib (whatever you may call it) on paper, then card, using the plans illustrated in Goodwin's guide. If using the traditional method of paper/pencil, be sure to have a waste paper basket nearby I watched a video of a card build of the Alert (this one manufactured by Shipyard models), just to see the method of construction and how to go about it. Each scantling was then glued to the main section using PVA. So, as you gentlemen see below, I have now begun this wild project and so far, I am quite pleased with it. I look forward to hearing any advice you chaps may have for me. Cheerio, Caleb Dan Vadas and GrandpaPhil 2 Quote
Michel Bénard Posted June 3, 2019 #2 Posted June 3, 2019 (edited) Good luck Caleb it's a nice ship. Edited June 3, 2019 by Michel Bénard Mr. Hornblower and mtaylor 2 Quote
druxey Posted June 3, 2019 #3 Posted June 3, 2019 Nice start, but none of the bulkheads should stick up below the center 'keel'? Also, the third one from the stern look as if it's in the wrong place. Check if it is correct. Mr. Hornblower and mtaylor 2 Quote Be sure to sign up for an epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series http://trafalgar.tv
the learner Posted December 6, 2019 #4 Posted December 6, 2019 I think you scared him off! Hope not. Mr. Hornblower and mtaylor 2 Quote Cheers, GuyThe LearnerCurrent Member NRG,SMA Current Build: HMS Triton 1:48 on line
Mr. Hornblower Posted March 17, 2020 Author #5 Posted March 17, 2020 No, I'm not scared off that easily! Sorry, Gents, I just haven't got around to doing anything more with it Yes, in fact druxey is correct, something indeed went wrong there. If I find the time, I shall have to begin again My apologies, indeed. Cheerio, Caleb ccoyle, druxey and Ryland Craze 3 Quote
mtaylor Posted March 18, 2020 #6 Posted March 18, 2020 17 hours ago, Mr. Hornblower said: No, I'm not scared off that easily! Sorry, Gents, I just haven't got around to doing anything more with it Yes, in fact druxey is correct, something indeed went wrong there. If I find the time, I shall have to begin again My apologies, indeed. Cheerio, Caleb No worries. Stuff happens. I think we've all been there at least once. Mr. Hornblower 1 Quote Mark "The shipwright is slow, but the wood is patient." - me Current Build: Past Builds: La Belle Poule 1765 - French Frigate from ANCRE plans - ON HOLD Triton Cross-Section NRG Hallf Hull Planking Kit HMS Sphinx 1775 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Non-Ship Model: On hold, maybe forever: CH-53 Sikorsky - 1:48 - Revell - Completed Licorne - 1755 from Hahn Plans (Scratch) Version 2.0 (Abandoned)
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