US Brig Syren by WalrusGuy - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:64 - Second wooden ship build

[allanyed]

WG,

These have to be the best coiled ropes at this small scale I have seen. WELL done!!!

Allan

 

 

[WalrusGuy]

Thanks so much Allan!!! 

 

I finished making the rings and the buoys. These were very tricky to make due to their small size. I served the rings with some sewing thread. Here are some pictures

 

 

 

And here is the process I used to make the buoy. It was a bit difficult to get the right shape as it was all shaped by hand (first by using a chisel to get the overall shape, then needle files to smoothen things out). The pictures below will hopefully explain the process better:

 

I only painted them with one coat of brown+black paint mixture to give the rustic look:

Then, I just followed the instructions to make the harness. This was again a bit tricky because of its very small size:

 

Next I'll be rigging them onto the ship and then finish up with the flags!! Been very busy the past few days so progress has slowed down a bit. But I am aiming to finish the model by the end of the week!

[niwotwill]

Well done its looking great. Hard to believe you've finished the Syren in such a short time. Great job. The whole project and the log are fantastic.

 

 

[egkb]

That Anchor Work (& The Buoys)  Looks Deadly !

 

Eamonn

[michael mott]

Just catching up, I have to agree with all the previous comments about what a fantastic job you are doing on this model. The rigging certainly does look like a herculean job and not for the feint of heart, well done!

 

Michael

[WalrusGuy]

Thanks so much for the motivating comments, Will, Eamonn, and Michael!!

 

I finished rigging the anchor assembly onto the ship. I actually used a small length of line attaching from the anchor to the buoys, and then added the rope coil on top after. It gives the impression of a very long rope 😄. Here are some pics:

The only items left are the flags!!! I'll try to make realistic looking ones that flow with the wind. No idea on how my attempts will turn out. I am thinking of using printed flags which should be relatively easy to bend and shape. Once that's done I'll post many pics of the completed model 🙂

[WalrusGuy]

Here is a last log entry before the final photo shoot... The flags are up!! 

 

I printed some flags with the 'Best' quality setting on the printer. I just used regular paper. The file I used to print them is attached below:

 

flag.docx

 

After careful cutting, I folded the two halves and glued them with regular glue stick. Then to make the flag to look like it flows with the wind, I used dowels of three sizes pictured below and folded them (biggest at the front and smallest dowel at the end of the flag)

 

Then I drilled small holes on the flags and rigged them to the ship.

All that's left is to wait for some natural day light then take a bunch of photos!!  

Edited May 29, 2021 by WalrusGuy

[Peter Bloemendaal]

An absolutely stunning model. Hats off to you...👍

[egkb]

Simply Amazing Mate ! A Crackin' Build.

 

Eamonn

[Keithbrad80]

Those are the highest quality flags I have ever seen on a model. I haven’t looked through your log in a while and Your work is top notch, for a kit you really did a fantastic job and I’m looking forward to your next model!

 

Bradley

[WalrusGuy]

Thank you Peter, Eamonn, and Bradley!! The nice comments mean a lot!

 

@Peter Bloemendaal, Your log has been tremendously helpful. I found myself constantly referring back to it whenever I got stuck (which is almost a daily basis! 😅). 

 

Anyways.... as promised, here are a few photos of the completed model. Building this ship has been a blast!! And I couldn't have done it without the help of this forum. Everyone has been very helpful in providing tips, technique, and guidance. So I would like to extend my gratitude and appreciation to the countless number of members who have helped me out with this build. I would also like to thank @Chuck again for designing such a good kit that beginners like me can easily follow, and also for taking the time to answer the numerous questions I had.

 

Nevertheless... the photos!

 

 

 

 

I actually took three times as many photos, but I think these will do! 😄

 

My next build will be the USF Confederacy. I may fully rig it, but I may change my mind as I progress through the build. For those interested, I have a build log set up which can be found through my signature below.

 

Again, thank you all for following this build and leaving the nice and helpful comments throughout this journey.

Edited May 29, 2021 by WalrusGuy

[captain_hook]

Congratulations! She is a beauty and you did a splendid job!

[gregkthompson]

Wow, she is beautiful!

[Justin P.]

Congratulations!   I hope you decide to enter her in the upcoming photo contest!   

[WalrusGuy]

Thanks so much guys!! 😃

 

13 minutes ago, Justin P. said:

Congratulations!   I hope you decide to enter her in the upcoming photo contest!   

Where can I find more info about the contest? I may give it a shot 🙂

[Chuck]

Simply beautiful!!!  No other words for it.   Well done.  I am glad you enjoyed the project.   That is a superb model.

[Keithbrad80]

Wow fantastic work, I’m not sure your as much of a beginner as you think! This is superb workmanship. Congratulations on completing this awesome build. 
 

Bradley

[desalgu]

I agree with all the comments.  It's a beautiful model, and details are stunning.  I knew you'd make the anchor buoys look great, and all the rope coils look fantastic.  I have really enjoyed your build long and look forward to following your next build.  I have a lot to learn, and your log has helped a lot.  It's inspirational!

 

I think you were well past "beginner" stage when you started this model, and now you're fully qualified to be an "expert"!

 

[VTHokiEE]

Congratulations! You did an absolutely stunning job! I can’t wait to follow your next build.

[Matt D]

Congratulations on finishing your Syren model.  You did a wonderful job on her.  I’m looking forward to watching your USF  Confederacy come together.

[Ryland Craze]

Congratulations on finishing your Syren.  It is a beautiful model.  Thanks for allowing us to follow your build.

[JpR62]

This Syren is absolutely beautiful. Congratulations, you have done a truly remarkable job. A pure beauty.

[Blue Ensign]

A fine looking model with  great presence, the deck shots give a  wonderful impression of how crowded these small vessels were.

 

Very well done.👍

 

B.E.

[egkb]

Crackin' Good Job Mate (as we say over here  )

 

Eamonn

 

PS Can't wait to see what you do next .. The Schooner or the Sloop!  

[PRS]

Just read through the whole log and this is fantastic!

 

You explanations and photos at top notch.

[Theodosius]

I want to add into the choir: very beautiful modell with lovley little details! 

[WalrusGuy]

Thank you everyone for the likes and for leaving the very generous and nice comments! 😁 

 

4 hours ago, egkb said:

PS Can't wait to see what you do next .. The Schooner or the Sloop!  

I'm going to start working on the Confederacy in a few days time! I might also space the build with the smaller ones as a break 🙂 

Edited May 30, 2021 by WalrusGuy

[Cathead]

I had the same thought as Justin in wanting to encourage you to enter the photo contest. Here's the official link: https://thenrg.org/contests

 

Don't know what I can add to the existing plaudits, beyond my personal gratitude for taking the time to share this build and for taking such excellent photographs to document your work.

[Justin P.]

On 5/29/2021 at 12:21 PM, WalrusGuy said:

On 5/29/2021 at 12:06 PM, Justin P. said:

 

Where can I find more info about the contest? I may give it a shot 🙂

I really hope you consider submitting, yours is so great and the photography so good!

 

https://thenrg.org/contests

[WalrusGuy]

On 5/30/2021 at 10:18 AM, Cathead said:

I had the same thought as Justin in wanting to encourage you to enter the photo contest. Here's the official link: https://thenrg.org/contests

 

Don't know what I can add to the existing plaudits, beyond my personal gratitude for taking the time to share this build and for taking such excellent photographs to document your work.

 

On 5/30/2021 at 10:01 PM, Justin P. said:

I really hope you consider submitting, yours is so great and the photography so good!

 

https://thenrg.org/contests

Thanks so much Eric and Justin. I will sign up for the contest! Thank you for letting me know about it 🙂