Papa Posted August 9, 2019 #31 Posted August 9, 2019 (edited) Maybe I will see you on the air somedaY. I am also on QRZ Edited August 9, 2019 by ragove RBohlman 1 Quote
RBohlman Posted August 9, 2019 Author #32 Posted August 9, 2019 (edited) Completed my Whaleboat sail, Sewing, Grommets, and Boltrope finished. Ready to bend the sail on to the mast in the morning. Already started working on the harpoons and lances. Edited August 9, 2019 by RBohlman typo GrandpaPhil, Duanelaker, reilly and 1 other 4 Quote CURRENT BUILD: HMS Winchelsea, 1764 ~ 1:48 scale COMPLETED BUILDS: New Bedford Whaleboat ~ 1:16 scale Ships in Bottles Models Card Stock Nautical Models ~Donor & Member of Nautical Research Guild~
RickyGene Posted August 9, 2019 #33 Posted August 9, 2019 Great job on the Whale Boat. Last year while in DC I went to the Smithsonian Museum of American History. In the back is a section dealing with Transportation. And this includes models of ships. The models there are just gorgeously done and as accurate as they are beautiful. Most dealt again as I said w/transportation. Now when I rounded one corner my jaw dropped to the floor. There behind glass was a real and used New England Whale Boat. I spent a hour photographing this treasure. You see, I do not have a Model Shipways version, but I have a Marine Models solid hull model from 1960's that is pristine. I have had the chance to side by side compare these two and I am amazed how just how close they are, then again, Model Shipways did acquire the rights Marine Models. I have the original USS Constitution as well and I have 2 hull blanks for her and one is solid mahogany. Anyway, what I wanted to point out is, you would never believe just how close the Model Shipways is to the real deal. That includes all the little details as well. You will notice I said I photographed this piece of History. I down loaded to my then Computer the 1st of this year, she died along w/photos I can never replace. You can bet when I go back to DC, I will again go to that Museum, as well as some other Museums and this time I will use the digital for color, but I will have my ole trusty 35mm film along too, BW photos can show details crisper. There were some very un-noticed details I was able to get in those photos. But believe me, the Model Shipways is as close as to the real deal as anyone could have designed. Most excellent build by the way. Loved that little sewing machine. By the way, I have the same tool organizer. Rick RBohlman 1 Quote Neophyte Shipwright Wisdom: When all else fails, read the instructions!
bob porter Posted August 10, 2019 #34 Posted August 10, 2019 Great looking model and fine workmanship. Bob Porter k1jmm Good on QRZ RBohlman 1 Quote
RBohlman Posted August 10, 2019 Author #35 Posted August 10, 2019 Sail, Mast, and Shrouds completed. tarbrush, GrandpaPhil, JpR62 and 2 others 5 Quote CURRENT BUILD: HMS Winchelsea, 1764 ~ 1:48 scale COMPLETED BUILDS: New Bedford Whaleboat ~ 1:16 scale Ships in Bottles Models Card Stock Nautical Models ~Donor & Member of Nautical Research Guild~
Dr PS - Paul Schulze Posted August 12, 2019 #36 Posted August 12, 2019 Your Whaleboat looks really great. I hope mine looks that good. RBohlman 1 Quote Paul Cutty Sark, Scientific Models (no build log) 18th Century Armed Longboat, Model Shipways Civil War Coffee Wagon and Limber, Model Shipways side project New Bedford Whaleboat, Model Shipways Civil War Gatling Gun, Model Shipways side project
stm Posted August 12, 2019 #37 Posted August 12, 2019 The success of the Model Shipways kit Rick mentioned above is due in part to the excellent modelmakers guide and plans developed by Erik A.R. Ronnberg, Jr. Parts of which can be seen in various photos contained in this thread. Highly recommended for anyone interested in this subject. Scott RBohlman 1 Quote
RBohlman Posted August 13, 2019 Author #38 Posted August 13, 2019 (edited) Working on harpoons and lances. I finished the install of the racks and attached two harpoons to the starboard rack. I am not sure at this time if I will be making the covers for the harpoons/lances as I like the look of the uncovered irons on the boat. Looks like all I have remaining is: 2 knives, 1 axe, 1 harpoon stand, some leather on a few spots, and a tub covers. Going to cover one tub but leave one without a cover. Think I will sew two and stow one next to the main tub. Going to mark the covers as to the boat location on the vessel. Edited August 13, 2019 by RBohlman Attach photo of Iron Rack JpR62, GrandpaPhil, tarbrush and 2 others 5 Quote CURRENT BUILD: HMS Winchelsea, 1764 ~ 1:48 scale COMPLETED BUILDS: New Bedford Whaleboat ~ 1:16 scale Ships in Bottles Models Card Stock Nautical Models ~Donor & Member of Nautical Research Guild~
RBohlman Posted August 16, 2019 Author #39 Posted August 16, 2019 (edited) TO COMPLETE: Finish making the two Lances and add their lines. Mount them in the post Lance stand. Hand sew Tub covers and stencil "SB" also stencil "SB" on the Water Keg. (Starboard Boat) Make fake sew stiches on both Nippers. Make Grapnel hook for in boat stowage. Make a Boat Hook for Whaleboat per directions. Well Mates, that be all and she will be completed. I will post final photos once I finish her! Edited August 17, 2019 by RBohlman update Tom E 1 Quote CURRENT BUILD: HMS Winchelsea, 1764 ~ 1:48 scale COMPLETED BUILDS: New Bedford Whaleboat ~ 1:16 scale Ships in Bottles Models Card Stock Nautical Models ~Donor & Member of Nautical Research Guild~
RBohlman Posted August 19, 2019 Author #40 Posted August 19, 2019 Final Photos of completed New Bedford Whaleboat. Thanks for all the help and comments during my build! Wishing you all fair winds & following sea! GrandpaPhil, JpR62, MEDDO and 2 others 5 Quote CURRENT BUILD: HMS Winchelsea, 1764 ~ 1:48 scale COMPLETED BUILDS: New Bedford Whaleboat ~ 1:16 scale Ships in Bottles Models Card Stock Nautical Models ~Donor & Member of Nautical Research Guild~
Dr PS - Paul Schulze Posted October 16, 2019 #41 Posted October 16, 2019 RB, Very nice build. I hope mine turns out half as good. This is a fun and instructive boat to model. Paul RBohlman 1 Quote Paul Cutty Sark, Scientific Models (no build log) 18th Century Armed Longboat, Model Shipways Civil War Coffee Wagon and Limber, Model Shipways side project New Bedford Whaleboat, Model Shipways Civil War Gatling Gun, Model Shipways side project
GrandpaPhil Posted October 16, 2019 #42 Posted October 16, 2019 Congratulations! Well done! RBohlman 1 Quote Building: 1:200 Russian Battleship Oryol (Orel card kit) 1:64 HMS Revenge (Victory Models plans) 1:64 Cat Esther (17th Century Dutch Merchant Ships)
stm Posted October 16, 2019 #43 Posted October 16, 2019 Excellent result. The plans by Erik Ronnberg, Jr. make this a learning experience. RBohlman 1 Quote
Geoff Matson Posted October 16, 2019 #44 Posted October 16, 2019 Great job! RBohlman 1 Quote Geoff NRG member #2666Current build : USS Constitution Finished builds: Armed Virginia Sloop (in gallery)
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