BobG Posted October 14, 2020 #91 Posted October 14, 2020 Superb model and build log! Quote Bob Garcia "Measure once, cuss twice!" Current Builds: Hms Brig-Sloop Flirt 1782 - Vanguard Models Pen Duick - Artesania Latina 1:28 Completed: Medway Longboat 1742 - Syren Ship Model Co. Member of the Nautical Research Guild
James H Posted October 21, 2020 Author #92 Posted October 21, 2020 The Duchess of Kingston was finished yesterday and today I spent some time doing the final photos for the instruction manual. I also did some images for the box art and they take a lot longer as I'm image stacking around 40 to 70 individual focus pictures to create a single, fully-focussed image. This was a beautiful build and I completed her in a few days over 10 weeks. Not bad considering that I've been back at work for 6 weeks now, and when I built Flirt, that took a whole 10 weeks of lockdown to complete. Hope you like her. Available either later today or tomorrow for pre-order at Vanguard Models. egkb, chris watton, Morgan and 35 others 38 Quote SAY NO TO PIRACY. SUPPORT ORIGINAL IDEAS AND MANUFACTURERS. KEEP IT REAL! On the bench: Zip, nada! On Hold: HMS Winchelsea Double Capstan - Syren Ship Models - 1:48 Finished US Baltimore Armed Privateer Schooner Grecian 1812 (prototype) - Vanguard Models - 1:64 'Zulu' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 Fifie' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Flirt 1782, Vanguard Models - 1:64. Duchess of Kingston c.1780 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Sphinx 1775, Vanguard Models - 1:64 ERYCINA - Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler 1882, Vanguard Models - 1:64. 'Nisha' - The Brixham 'Mumble-Bee' - Vanguard Models 1:64 'Saucy Jack' fishing boat - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Ranger 'Barking Fish Carrier' - 1864 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Indefatigable - 1794 (production prototype), Vanguard Models - 1:64. HMS Harpy - 1796 (production prototype) - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Indeterminate: Tender Avos - Master Korabel - 1:72. H.M.S. Victory (production prototype) - Amati - 1:64. HMS Granado 1742 (cross section) - CAFModel - 1:48
JeffT Posted October 21, 2020 #93 Posted October 21, 2020 Very nice model! chris watton and Ryland Craze 2 Quote Jeff In progress: Medway Longboat 1742 - Syren Ship Model Company -1/2" scale USS Constitution - Model Shipways - Scale 1:76 HMS Granado - CAF Model - 1:48 HMS Sphinx - Vanguard
Ronald-V Posted October 21, 2020 #94 Posted October 21, 2020 Very well done Sir! It turned out great! This will be a popular model for Vanguard Models I think...and 10 weeks building time is just ridiculous James 😄 Richard44, chris watton, ccoyle and 1 other 4 Quote Currently working on the HMS Sphinx from Vanguard Models
James H Posted October 21, 2020 Author #95 Posted October 21, 2020 40 minutes ago, mugje said: Very well done Sir! It turned out great! This will be a popular model for Vanguard Models I think...and 10 weeks building time is just ridiculous James 😄 It is. I could've done it in 7 if still on lockdown. 🤣 yvesvidal, chris watton, VTHokiEE and 4 others 7 Quote SAY NO TO PIRACY. SUPPORT ORIGINAL IDEAS AND MANUFACTURERS. KEEP IT REAL! On the bench: Zip, nada! On Hold: HMS Winchelsea Double Capstan - Syren Ship Models - 1:48 Finished US Baltimore Armed Privateer Schooner Grecian 1812 (prototype) - Vanguard Models - 1:64 'Zulu' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 Fifie' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Flirt 1782, Vanguard Models - 1:64. Duchess of Kingston c.1780 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Sphinx 1775, Vanguard Models - 1:64 ERYCINA - Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler 1882, Vanguard Models - 1:64. 'Nisha' - The Brixham 'Mumble-Bee' - Vanguard Models 1:64 'Saucy Jack' fishing boat - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Ranger 'Barking Fish Carrier' - 1864 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Indefatigable - 1794 (production prototype), Vanguard Models - 1:64. HMS Harpy - 1796 (production prototype) - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Indeterminate: Tender Avos - Master Korabel - 1:72. H.M.S. Victory (production prototype) - Amati - 1:64. HMS Granado 1742 (cross section) - CAFModel - 1:48
VTHokiEE Posted October 21, 2020 #96 Posted October 21, 2020 58 minutes ago, mugje said: and 10 weeks building time is just ridiculous James This is absolutely astounding to me, beautiful work! chris watton 1 Quote Current Build: HM Sloop Echo 1781 (First Scratch Build) Previous Builds: HM Cutter Alert, Sharpie Schooner, Chesapeake Bay Flattie, Half-Hull (NRG)
chris watton Posted October 21, 2020 #97 Posted October 21, 2020 The kit can now be pre-ordered here: https://vanguardmodels.co.uk/product/duchess-of-kingston/ And very well done, James! BobG, Jobbie, KentM and 4 others 7 Quote Vanguard Models on Facebook
KentM Posted October 22, 2020 #98 Posted October 22, 2020 Truly a beautiful model. I have placed my order. Kent BobG and chris watton 2 Quote
Ronald-V Posted October 22, 2020 #99 Posted October 22, 2020 11 hours ago, James H said: It is. I could've done it in 7 if still on lockdown. 🤣 😂😂😂 Quote Currently working on the HMS Sphinx from Vanguard Models
popeye the sailor Posted October 22, 2020 #100 Posted October 22, 2020 10 weeks..........REALLY!!!! superb model James..Holy cow!!!!! my best is 4 1/2 months congratz!!! she's a beauty! BobG and chris watton 2 Quote I yam wot I yam! finished builds: Billings Nordkap 476 / Billings Cux 87 / Billings Mary Ann / Billings AmericA - reissue Billings Regina - bashed into the Susan A / Andrea Gail 1:20 - semi scratch w/ Billing instructions M&M Fun Ship - semi scratch build / Gundalow - scratch build / Jeanne D'Arc - Heller Phylly C & Denny-Zen - the Lobsie twins - bashed & semi scratch dual build Billing T78 Norden in dry dock: Billing's Gothenborg 1:100 / Billing's Boulogne Etaples 1:20 Billing's Half Moon 1:40 - some scratch required Revell U.S.S. United States 1:96 - plastic/ wood modified / Academy Titanic 1:400 Trawler Syborn - semi scratch / Holiday Harbor dual build - semi scratch
Richard44 Posted October 22, 2020 #101 Posted October 22, 2020 Wonderful build James and Chris - congratulations. chris watton 1 Quote Richard Next build: Completed builds: AL's Endeavour, Corel's Bellona, Amati's Xebec, Billing's Roar Ege, Panart's Armed Launch Ships' Boats - Vanguard 1:64 and Master Korabel 1:72 Alexander Arbuthnot, Christiaan Brunings, Pevensey all by World of Paperships, card HMS Pegasus by Victory Captain John Smith's Shallop by Pavel Nitikin Rumpler "Taube" 1911 by HMV, card
DelF Posted October 22, 2020 #102 Posted October 22, 2020 Superb model James & Chris. 6 hours ago, KentM said: I have placed my order. Me too. I haven't told my wife yet, but she's buying me this for Christmas! 15 hours ago, James H said: I could've done it in 7 if still on lockdown. Now you're just making the rest of us feel inadequate! Derek Landlubber Mike, yvesvidal, VTHokiEE and 4 others 7 Quote Cheers, Derek Current build: Duchess of Kingston On hold: HMS Winchelsea Previous builds: HMS Speedy, English Pinnace, Royal Yacht Caroline (gallery), Victory Cross-section (gallery), US Clipper Albatros, Red Dragon (years ago!) On the stocks: 18th Century Longboat
BobG Posted October 22, 2020 #103 Posted October 22, 2020 7 hours ago, DelF said: Me too. I haven't told my wife yet, but she's buying me this for Christmas! 🤣🤣🤣 Quote Bob Garcia "Measure once, cuss twice!" Current Builds: Hms Brig-Sloop Flirt 1782 - Vanguard Models Pen Duick - Artesania Latina 1:28 Completed: Medway Longboat 1742 - Syren Ship Model Co. Member of the Nautical Research Guild
yvesvidal Posted October 22, 2020 #104 Posted October 22, 2020 7 hours ago, DelF said: Superb model James & Chris. Me too. I haven't told my wife yet, but she's buying me this for Christmas! Derek Chris better start warming up his wood cutting laser.... He is going to be busy very soon!! Yves BobG and chris watton 2 Quote
James H Posted October 22, 2020 Author #105 Posted October 22, 2020 15 minutes ago, yvesvidal said: Chris better start warming up his wood cutting laser.... He is going to be busy very soon!! Yves I think everything is already cut and ready to go. He's just now waiting on the printers to do the 13 plan sheets, 80+ page manual and the box art label. I reckon a week tomorrow and these will be done. 🤪 chris watton, yvesvidal, BobG and 1 other 4 Quote SAY NO TO PIRACY. SUPPORT ORIGINAL IDEAS AND MANUFACTURERS. KEEP IT REAL! On the bench: Zip, nada! On Hold: HMS Winchelsea Double Capstan - Syren Ship Models - 1:48 Finished US Baltimore Armed Privateer Schooner Grecian 1812 (prototype) - Vanguard Models - 1:64 'Zulu' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 Fifie' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Flirt 1782, Vanguard Models - 1:64. Duchess of Kingston c.1780 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Sphinx 1775, Vanguard Models - 1:64 ERYCINA - Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler 1882, Vanguard Models - 1:64. 'Nisha' - The Brixham 'Mumble-Bee' - Vanguard Models 1:64 'Saucy Jack' fishing boat - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Ranger 'Barking Fish Carrier' - 1864 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Indefatigable - 1794 (production prototype), Vanguard Models - 1:64. HMS Harpy - 1796 (production prototype) - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Indeterminate: Tender Avos - Master Korabel - 1:72. H.M.S. Victory (production prototype) - Amati - 1:64. HMS Granado 1742 (cross section) - CAFModel - 1:48
chris watton Posted October 22, 2020 #106 Posted October 22, 2020 26 minutes ago, yvesvidal said: Chris better start warming up his wood cutting laser.... He is going to be busy very soon!! Yves All laser cutting was completed weeks ago, so am well ahead of the curve for this one. (It was a few weeks cutting, though, lots of parts in this one). As soon as the printed manuals, plans and box label arrive, the kits are ready to go out the door BobG, Mr Whippy, Edwardkenway and 2 others 5 Quote Vanguard Models on Facebook
Articcie Posted October 23, 2020 #107 Posted October 23, 2020 Work? I though you were a retired man. So you make all these ships besides a normal working day? Respect! Ryland Craze 1 Quote
James H Posted October 23, 2020 Author #108 Posted October 23, 2020 10 minutes ago, Articcie said: Work? I though you were a retired man. So you make all these ships besides a normal working day? Respect! I'm 'only' 50! 🤣 MEDDO, JpR62, Oboship and 1 other 4 Quote SAY NO TO PIRACY. SUPPORT ORIGINAL IDEAS AND MANUFACTURERS. KEEP IT REAL! On the bench: Zip, nada! On Hold: HMS Winchelsea Double Capstan - Syren Ship Models - 1:48 Finished US Baltimore Armed Privateer Schooner Grecian 1812 (prototype) - Vanguard Models - 1:64 'Zulu' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 Fifie' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Flirt 1782, Vanguard Models - 1:64. Duchess of Kingston c.1780 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Sphinx 1775, Vanguard Models - 1:64 ERYCINA - Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler 1882, Vanguard Models - 1:64. 'Nisha' - The Brixham 'Mumble-Bee' - Vanguard Models 1:64 'Saucy Jack' fishing boat - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Ranger 'Barking Fish Carrier' - 1864 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Indefatigable - 1794 (production prototype), Vanguard Models - 1:64. HMS Harpy - 1796 (production prototype) - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Indeterminate: Tender Avos - Master Korabel - 1:72. H.M.S. Victory (production prototype) - Amati - 1:64. HMS Granado 1742 (cross section) - CAFModel - 1:48
Articcie Posted October 23, 2020 #109 Posted October 23, 2020 I didn't know that James😂 so you just started your second childhood😎👌 Rustyj, Ryland Craze and Oboship 3 Quote
Glenn-UK Posted November 3, 2020 #110 Posted November 3, 2020 I have pre ordered this kit and you have done an awesome build. Do you find it better to build and install the entire mast assembly before you start the shroud rigging? James H 1 Quote Glenn (UK)
chris watton Posted November 3, 2020 #111 Posted November 3, 2020 29 minutes ago, glennard2523 said: I have pre ordered this kit and you have done an awesome build. Do you find it better to build and install the entire mast assembly before you start the shroud rigging? Personally, I make up all masts and then add what blocks I can before stepping in place. I then usually sort out as much bowsprit rigging as I can (shrouds, spritsail yards etc.), and then on to shrouds and ratlines for the masts. Oboship, Glenn-UK, Ryland Craze and 2 others 4 1 Quote Vanguard Models on Facebook
James H Posted November 4, 2020 Author #112 Posted November 4, 2020 On 11/3/2020 at 12:01 AM, glennard2523 said: I have pre ordered this kit and you have done an awesome build. Do you find it better to build and install the entire mast assembly before you start the shroud rigging? I always build the complete mast and then install. Being able to handle it separately means I can eyeball and measure things to make sure all sections are in alignment. Glenn-UK and Canute 1 1 Quote SAY NO TO PIRACY. SUPPORT ORIGINAL IDEAS AND MANUFACTURERS. KEEP IT REAL! On the bench: Zip, nada! On Hold: HMS Winchelsea Double Capstan - Syren Ship Models - 1:48 Finished US Baltimore Armed Privateer Schooner Grecian 1812 (prototype) - Vanguard Models - 1:64 'Zulu' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 Fifie' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Flirt 1782, Vanguard Models - 1:64. Duchess of Kingston c.1780 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Sphinx 1775, Vanguard Models - 1:64 ERYCINA - Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler 1882, Vanguard Models - 1:64. 'Nisha' - The Brixham 'Mumble-Bee' - Vanguard Models 1:64 'Saucy Jack' fishing boat - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Ranger 'Barking Fish Carrier' - 1864 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Indefatigable - 1794 (production prototype), Vanguard Models - 1:64. HMS Harpy - 1796 (production prototype) - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Indeterminate: Tender Avos - Master Korabel - 1:72. H.M.S. Victory (production prototype) - Amati - 1:64. HMS Granado 1742 (cross section) - CAFModel - 1:48
Glenn-UK Posted November 4, 2020 #113 Posted November 4, 2020 1 hour ago, James H said: I always build the complete mast and then install. Being able to handle it separately means I can eyeball and measure things to make sure all sections are in alignment. Do you add any mast rigging such as the shrouds, less the deadeyes prior to installation, as it might be easier to size them under the crosstrees prior to installation. I am also interested to know how tight the shroud is sized to the mast as it is not clear from your build photos. Quote Glenn (UK)
James H Posted November 4, 2020 Author #114 Posted November 4, 2020 52 minutes ago, glennard2523 said: Do you add any mast rigging such as the shrouds, less the deadeyes prior to installation, as it might be easier to size them under the crosstrees prior to installation. I am also interested to know how tight the shroud is sized to the mast as it is not clear from your build photos. I added the rig blocks to the masts as on the plans, and the deadeyes to the channels only. All shrouds were added after fitting the masts, and it was quite easy. There's nothing stopping you adding the seized lines to the masts before you fully assemble and add the cap blocks. You could just tie them back while you fit the masts. I didn't tie them hard around the mast. There was a little play to allow me to spin them round the mast and thread them through the correct side of the crosstrees/mast top. Kevin and Glenn-UK 1 1 Quote SAY NO TO PIRACY. SUPPORT ORIGINAL IDEAS AND MANUFACTURERS. KEEP IT REAL! On the bench: Zip, nada! On Hold: HMS Winchelsea Double Capstan - Syren Ship Models - 1:48 Finished US Baltimore Armed Privateer Schooner Grecian 1812 (prototype) - Vanguard Models - 1:64 'Zulu' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 Fifie' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Flirt 1782, Vanguard Models - 1:64. Duchess of Kingston c.1780 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Sphinx 1775, Vanguard Models - 1:64 ERYCINA - Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler 1882, Vanguard Models - 1:64. 'Nisha' - The Brixham 'Mumble-Bee' - Vanguard Models 1:64 'Saucy Jack' fishing boat - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Ranger 'Barking Fish Carrier' - 1864 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Indefatigable - 1794 (production prototype), Vanguard Models - 1:64. HMS Harpy - 1796 (production prototype) - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Indeterminate: Tender Avos - Master Korabel - 1:72. H.M.S. Victory (production prototype) - Amati - 1:64. HMS Granado 1742 (cross section) - CAFModel - 1:48
chris watton Posted November 5, 2020 #115 Posted November 5, 2020 Duchess of Kingston is now officially in stock! VTHokiEE, Jobbie, Rustyj and 2 others 5 Quote Vanguard Models on Facebook
Glenn-UK Posted November 5, 2020 #116 Posted November 5, 2020 31 minutes ago, chris watton said: Duchess of Kingston is now officially in stock! And I'm now eagerly waiting for my delivery Quote Glenn (UK)
GrandpaPhil Posted December 27, 2020 #117 Posted December 27, 2020 Congratulations! Beautifully done! 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)
James H Posted February 24, 2023 Author #118 Posted February 24, 2023 Oh, and here's a nice video review of the Duchess. Enjoy! Kevin, Knocklouder, Mr Whippy and 5 others 8 Quote SAY NO TO PIRACY. SUPPORT ORIGINAL IDEAS AND MANUFACTURERS. KEEP IT REAL! On the bench: Zip, nada! On Hold: HMS Winchelsea Double Capstan - Syren Ship Models - 1:48 Finished US Baltimore Armed Privateer Schooner Grecian 1812 (prototype) - Vanguard Models - 1:64 'Zulu' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 Fifie' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Flirt 1782, Vanguard Models - 1:64. Duchess of Kingston c.1780 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Sphinx 1775, Vanguard Models - 1:64 ERYCINA - Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler 1882, Vanguard Models - 1:64. 'Nisha' - The Brixham 'Mumble-Bee' - Vanguard Models 1:64 'Saucy Jack' fishing boat - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Ranger 'Barking Fish Carrier' - 1864 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Indefatigable - 1794 (production prototype), Vanguard Models - 1:64. HMS Harpy - 1796 (production prototype) - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Indeterminate: Tender Avos - Master Korabel - 1:72. H.M.S. Victory (production prototype) - Amati - 1:64. HMS Granado 1742 (cross section) - CAFModel - 1:48
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