HMS Winchelsea 1764 by Rustyj - FINISHED - 1:48

[glbarlow]

I have the hardest time understanding how any could sit on those seats on the pitching ocean.  How many went overboard I wonder. 
 

Really fun to see all this great work, and a bit sad knowing it’s coming to an end for you. Whatever adjustment you made certainly isn’t noticeable, it’s all so very crisp and detailed. 

[Steve20]

Very nice work. So detailed and precise.

[Matt D]

I really struggled to find the area that you painted black.  Do you mean between the molding and the grating?  You did a fantastic job of it and I can imagine that it would have looked weird if you hadn't done so.  That had to be some tricky masking and painting!  It looks amazing, Rusty!  You've done a fantastic job.

[Rustyj]

On 5/1/2023 at 11:29 PM, glbarlow said:

I have the hardest time understanding how any could sit on those seats on the pitching ocean.

Thanks Glenn. Sad but also a very good feeling about being able to complete her.

I too have thought about that but then they were a way hardier person than me!

 

Thank you Steve. Much appreciated.

 

On 5/2/2023 at 9:31 AM, Matt D said:

I really struggled to find the area that you painted black.  Do you mean between the molding and the grating?

Yep that's it. Small brush and a little luck and it looks ok. If you look at the face of the aft seats you can see how it fits to the molding and the shows how much was painted.

 

Also thanks everyone for the likes.

 

I forgot about the bumpkins. They were rounded from the laser cut pieces.

 

Now it's just the stern lantern.  

[CiscoH]

I saw the model in person (hope I've got the right model/builder) on Saturday.  No flaws anywhere!

And set up next to Chuck's Winchelsea.  A bold, and warranted, move.

[Rustyj]

On 5/3/2023 at 8:55 PM, CiscoH said:

hope I've got the right model/builder

 

Yes you do and thank you. Sorry I didn't get a chance to meet you there. See you there next year?

[FrankWouts]

On 5/2/2023 at 5:29 AM, glbarlow said:

I have the hardest time understanding how any could sit on those seats on the pitching ocean.  How many went overboard I wonder. 
 

Really fun to see all this great work, and a bit sad knowing it’s coming to an end for you. Whatever adjustment you made certainly isn’t noticeable, it’s all so very crisp and detailed. 

Pitching, and slippery...but there were lots of ropes to hold on to...luckily...😉
Frank.

Edited June 7, 2023 by FrankWouts

[Rustyj]

I've been slowly working on the stern lantern. The laser cutting is very sharp and the pieces are small and delicate.

I started by assembling the top and bottom of the lantern. No sanding of the joints as they fit perfectly. The edges were the rounded off.

 

Spring is in full bloom here. We have a male pheasant who for the last three years shows up looking for a mate. He was in the yard a couple of days ago honking away.

 

 

[Rustyj]

Work continues on the lantern. And yes I am dragging the end out just a little bit. 🤣

 

Thanks to you all for stopping by.

[Rustyj]

I've finished the stern lantern now. Just have to make the mounting bracket. I will make it out of brass rod instead of the supplied wood bracket. Nothing wrong with the wood I just have the rod. After that I'll mount it and then other than some cleaning, sigh, she's done.

 

[Matt D]

Well done, Rusty!  That looks great!

[glbarlow]

Wow Rusty, what a journey. Such an amazing result and a wonderful reference for me as I build mine. Congratulations and so well done!!

[Rustyj]

Thanks Matt and Glenn. Also thanks for all the likes and advice throughout this wonderful build.

 

A special thanks goes out to Chuck for putting together such fantastic model!

I started this adventure back on September 30, 2019. It has been a great learning experience. I got to watch some very nice Winnies being built. Enjoyed the comradery and friendship from so many of you who have the same passion as I do.

 

Well, the lantern has been completed and added to the stern and with that my version of the Winchelsea is finished.

Again, thank you for stopping by and most of all for your support, guidance and friendship!

[ccoyle]

Congratulations, Rusty! That is simply a fantastic model!

[Pirate adam]

Congratulations Rusty!  That turned out amazing.  I love the colors!

 

Adam

[Chuck]

Fantastic job…just beautiful.  But now you have to find a place to display her.  

[Vladimir_Wairoa]

Congratulations Rusty. you made her thing of beauty. ! 

[gjdale]

Congratulations Rusty -  a beautiful model, just as we have come to expect from you. It’s been a real pleasure following your build.

[JpR62]

Beautiful model, Rusty. I love the warmth of this wood species. This is absolutely a fantastic Winchelsea !

[VTHokiEE]

Congratulations Rusty! I have loved following your build - such a gorgeous ship.

[Stuntflyer]

Congratulations, Rusty! You have made a beautiful model with rich colors that anyone would be proud to display. have you come up with ideas of how you were going to display her?

 

Mike

[Beckmann]

So well executed!! You can be very proud of this beautiful model. I look forward to your display case. I still have no idea about a suitable stand and display case for my Winnie-model, wich is about to be finished very soon as well.

Matthias

[glbarlow]

Wow…just wow!

[Matt D]

Congratulations on your amazing model, Rusty.  It has been a great journey and I've enjoyed watching your progress.  It has also been great to be in this group with you.  I'm looking forward to seeing how you display this beauty.

[CaptMorgan]

Beautiful job Rusty.  Love the cherry wood and you did a fine job.  Congrats!!!

[Ryland Craze]

Congratulations on finishing this beautiful model.  It has been a pleasure following your build.  Your build log will be an inspiration for current and future Winchelsea builders.

[Katsumoto]

Very well done! Bravo! Love the types of wood used and the contrast between the colours. Great job!

 

[Rustyj]

Thanks Chris. The great design really helped produce the finished product.

Thanks Adam. It was a lot of fun working in pear and cherry.

Thanks Chuck, Mike and Matt. The display location and method are yet to be determined. For now she'll just be covered and stashed safely away.

Thanks Valdimir, Grant and Jean-Paul.

Thanks Matthias, Its been a pleasure watching your build too.

Hey Glenn I feel the same about yours!

Thank you Steve and Ryland. Much appreciated.

Thanks Peter, It's always fun to try some different colors. I'm glad it worked.

 

Thank you everyone for the kind words and likes. 

 

 

[dvm27]

A simple "like" won't do here Rusty. Congratulations on the completion of your exceptional build. I'd hardly call this a "kit" model but your choices in wood and finishes makes it unique.

[Dave_E]

OUTSTANDING Sir! 👍😄