Medway Longboat 1742 by Diver - FINISHED - 1:24 Scale

[Diver]

A question to all builders.  I have been unable to source brass flat stock to make the chain plates for the Medway.  Today I took some 14-2 copper house wire, annealed it, and flattened it out to the size needed.  Is there any reason that This should not be used on the build, and if so,why?  Thanks in advance.

[Chuck]

No reason…if it works and looks good…go for it.

[Diver]

The end is near.  The mast is made and ready for permanent mounting.  I did manage to break the rudder of again and had to scratch build new hinges.  The rudder stays off until completion. Just have to finish shaping and blackening of the chain plates, make 3 more oars and the thole pins.  There have been times when I never thought I would get this far.  Off to the west coast for a holiday and then back to start rigging.  As of the 3rd of Sept. I am retired.

[gjdale]

Looks great. Congratulations on your retirement - you’ll soon find yourself so busy that you’ll wonder how you ever had time for work!

[Diver]

Made it back from the west coast after a 2 hr flight delay.  Had a great time in Victoria and Seattle going to some different museums.  I started making the thole pins today, 2 down, 22 to go.  On the actual long boat would the Thole pins have been permanently mounted or removable?

[Diver]

Chapter 4 is finished . Onto the sticks and strings. I see all my mistakes and things I should have done better, but overall I am happy with the outcome.  It has been a valuable learning period.  Thanks to all who have helped and supported me thus far. Sorry about the photo quality, done with my I phone.

Edited September 27, 2023 by Diver

[Chuck]

Excellent progress.

 

chuck

[BobG]

Looks great, Bob! I think you'll enjoy the rigging. It was my favorite part of the build and really made the boat come alive. 

[Diver]

8 minutes ago, BobG said:

Looks great, Bob! I think you'll enjoy the rigging. It was my favorite part of the build and really made the boat come alive. 

Thanks Bob.  I am looking forward to chapter 5

[Ryland Craze]

Glad to see your progress.  It is looking great.  Rigging was my favorite part of my build.

[Diver]

On 9/28/2023 at 12:56 AM, Ryland Craze said:

Glad to see your progress.  It is looking great.  Rigging was my favorite part of my build.

Slowly getting on with the rigging bits.  The mast is complete,the boom is turned and the gaff will be done today.  The bow sprit will be done while I have may contraption set up.  Do not want to upset the settings.

[Diver]

Slow going but getting all the bits together for the rigging.  The chain plates are made and blackened, including the nails.  Tedious but enjoyable.  Loving being retired

[Diver]

I have ordered the base from Chuck, and while I wait for its arrival some rigging was attempted.  The mast is not glued yet but I thought it might be a good idea to fit the shrouds. This is my first attempt at rigging and some of it is a bit sloppy and will be redone. I could not do the thimbles with a punch so they were turned in my Dremel and then blackened. When the base arrives I hope to have everything ready so this build can be completed. A satisfying trip with a lot learned.

[Chuck]

That looks very good so far.

[Ryland Craze]

Very nice!

[Diver]

I have assembled my base as per instructions.  I had a small oops and chipped the edge of the vaneer so I came up with this fix

[Diver]

I still have to do some touch up sanding, then apply some WOP.

[Chuck]

It looks great…nice save.

[Diver]

Small amount of progress today.  The thole pins were reinstalled with glue, and the chain plates added. All the rigging bits are complete ie blocks etc.  Just have to fabricate some hooks and I can do the rigging.  The only parts not made are the bow sprit mounting pieces.

[aaronc]

Looks to me like your killin it,..nice work. 

[Diver]

I am struggling to do the rigging.  Being a mechanic all my life,50 plus years, my hands have no feeling.  I am progressing and some bits will be re done, but it’s tough. Rules out ever doing a fully rigged warship.

[Diver]

I did make the brass pieces for the bow sprit.  They turned our OK.  It is not secured yet, I will wait till everything else is completed 

[Ryland Craze]

Your Medway is looking great.  There is nothing wrong with your rigging.  You are getting close to the finish line.

[gjdale]

Your rigging looks fine to me. Your whole model is looking superb.

[Diver]

Managed some more rigging.  I do wish that I still had feelings in my fingers, might be easier to do these fiddely bits.  I still have to blacken some parts, retention and tie off.

[Thukydides]

It is looking really good. 

[Diver]

I have reached a mile stone.  The only things left are the ensign halliard and the coils of rope.  There have been times that I did not think I would get this far. Thanks to Chuck, Ryland and all others who have offered advice and support.  There are areas that I wish were better but overall I am pleased with the outcome.  Still lots to learn and lots of room for improvements.

[JacquesCousteau]

Great job, that looks fantastic!

[Diver]

If I have forgotten anything or if you see something that can be improved, please let me know

[Freebird]

Very nice and congrats! I felt the same, never thought I’d get to the finish line.

 

Best Regards …. Rick