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


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WG,

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

Allan

 

 

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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

 

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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:

 

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

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

 

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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!

Current: 

USF Confederacy - Model Shipways (Build Log)

HMS Pickle - Caldercraft (Build Log)

 

Complete:

Virgina 1819 - Artesania Latina (Gallery)

U.S. Brig Syren - Model Shipways (Build Log, Gallery)

 

On the shelf:

Armed Virginia Sloop - Model Shipways

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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.

 

 

Current Build:

Erycina 1882 Fishing Trawler by Vanguard Models 1:64 scale

Syren by pearwill Model Shipways 1:64 scale

On Hold:

HM Cutter Cheerful  Syren Shipmodel Scratch 1:48 scale

1776 Washington Row Galley scratch scratch from NRG plans #121  1:48 scale

Completed Build:

Charles W. Morgan by Artesania Latina circa 1988, Lowell Grand Banks Dory 1:24 scale by Model Shipways, Norwegian.Sailing Pram 1:12 scale by Model Shipways, Muscongus Bay Lobster Smack 1:24 scale by Model Shipways

 

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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

Current builds  Bristol Pilot Cutter 1:8;      Skipjack 19 foot Launch 1:8;       Herreshoff Buzzards Bay 14 1:8

Other projects  Pilot Cutter 1:500 ;   Maria, 1:2  Now just a memory    

Future model Gill Smith Catboat Pauline 1:8

Finished projects  A Bassett Lowke steamship Albertic 1:100  

 

Anything you can imagine is possible, when you put your mind to it.

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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:

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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 🙂

Current: 

USF Confederacy - Model Shipways (Build Log)

HMS Pickle - Caldercraft (Build Log)

 

Complete:

Virgina 1819 - Artesania Latina (Gallery)

U.S. Brig Syren - Model Shipways (Build Log, Gallery)

 

On the shelf:

Armed Virginia Sloop - Model Shipways

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Here is a last log entry before the final photo shoot... The flags are up!! :10_1_10:

 

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:

 

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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)

 

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

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

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Current: 

USF Confederacy - Model Shipways (Build Log)

HMS Pickle - Caldercraft (Build Log)

 

Complete:

Virgina 1819 - Artesania Latina (Gallery)

U.S. Brig Syren - Model Shipways (Build Log, Gallery)

 

On the shelf:

Armed Virginia Sloop - Model Shipways

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

Current Build:     USF Confederacy 1778 - Model Shipways - 1:64

 

Completed:         US Brig Syren - Model Shipways - 1:64

                        San Francisco Cross Section - Artesania Latina - 1:50

Future build:        HM Granado - Caldercraft - 1:64

                        LeRenard - Artesania Latina - 1:50

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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

Current Builds:

Flying Fish - Model Shipways - 1:96

 

Future Builds:

Young America 1853 - Scratch Build - 1:72

 

Completed Builds:

HMS Racehorse - Mantua - 1:47 (No pictures unfortunately)

Providence Whale Boat - Artesania Latina - 1:25 (Also no pictures)

Lowell Grand Banks Dory - Model Shipways - 1:24

 

Shelved Builds:

Pride of Baltimore 2 - Model Shipways - 1:64 (Also no pictures)

 

 

 

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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!

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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 by WalrusGuy

Current: 

USF Confederacy - Model Shipways (Build Log)

HMS Pickle - Caldercraft (Build Log)

 

Complete:

Virgina 1819 - Artesania Latina (Gallery)

U.S. Brig Syren - Model Shipways (Build Log, Gallery)

 

On the shelf:

Armed Virginia Sloop - Model Shipways

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

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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 🙂

Current: 

USF Confederacy - Model Shipways (Build Log)

HMS Pickle - Caldercraft (Build Log)

 

Complete:

Virgina 1819 - Artesania Latina (Gallery)

U.S. Brig Syren - Model Shipways (Build Log, Gallery)

 

On the shelf:

Armed Virginia Sloop - Model Shipways

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

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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

Current Builds:

Flying Fish - Model Shipways - 1:96

 

Future Builds:

Young America 1853 - Scratch Build - 1:72

 

Completed Builds:

HMS Racehorse - Mantua - 1:47 (No pictures unfortunately)

Providence Whale Boat - Artesania Latina - 1:25 (Also no pictures)

Lowell Grand Banks Dory - Model Shipways - 1:24

 

Shelved Builds:

Pride of Baltimore 2 - Model Shipways - 1:64 (Also no pictures)

 

 

 

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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"!

 

David Salguero

Wichita, Kansas

 

Current Build:  Royal Yacht, Duchess of Kingston - Vanguard Models

Completed:  US Syren - Model Shipways

On Deck:  HM Cheerful - Syren Ship Models

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

Ryland

 

Member - Hampton Roads Ship Model Society

            - Ship Model Society of New Jersey

               - Nautical Research Guild

       

 

Current Build - Armed Virginia Sloop, 18th Century Longboat

Completed Build - Medway Longboat

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

Jean-Paul

 

'You are not carving a bear with a chain saw here folks',

Chuck Passaro, ´Queen Anne Style Barge´ manual of instructions

 

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  • HMS Winchelsea 1764 - Syren Ship Model - 1:48
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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 🙂 

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Current: 

USF Confederacy - Model Shipways (Build Log)

HMS Pickle - Caldercraft (Build Log)

 

Complete:

Virgina 1819 - Artesania Latina (Gallery)

U.S. Brig Syren - Model Shipways (Build Log, Gallery)

 

On the shelf:

Armed Virginia Sloop - Model Shipways

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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.

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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

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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 🙂

Current: 

USF Confederacy - Model Shipways (Build Log)

HMS Pickle - Caldercraft (Build Log)

 

Complete:

Virgina 1819 - Artesania Latina (Gallery)

U.S. Brig Syren - Model Shipways (Build Log, Gallery)

 

On the shelf:

Armed Virginia Sloop - Model Shipways

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