rwiederrich Posted March 23, 2022 Author #2611 Posted March 23, 2022 Getting ready to rig some shrouds. Rob shipman, Glen McGuire, Keith Black and 1 other 4 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
ClipperFan Posted March 23, 2022 #2612 Posted March 23, 2022 Rob, consistent, impressive, clean work, as per your usual high standards. I noticed the addition of the exhaust vent. It looks nice. How you get your ratlines so level and evenly spaced is simply amazing. Keep up the great work! Quote
Bob Cleek Posted March 23, 2022 #2613 Posted March 23, 2022 She's certainly coming along nicely, Rob! Great work at such a small scale. I've never seen a better job on a coppered bottom at this scale. You've achieved a compellingly realistic effect. Anybody who undertakes to copper a bottom at this scale should take a close look at your work. ClipperFan and shipman 2 Quote
rwiederrich Posted March 24, 2022 Author #2614 Posted March 24, 2022 13 hours ago, ClipperFan said: Rob, consistent, impressive, clean work, as per your usual high standards. I noticed the addition of the exhaust vent. It looks nice. How you get your ratlines so level and evenly spaced is simply amazing. Keep up the great work! Thanks Rich. those flutes could have turned out to be many things...but I wanted to match the galvanized one on the main cabin. I have developed and am blessed to have an extremely (Level) eye. I set the first ratline and then.....bluuuuuup....I set the next and next..all the way to the top till I'm done. In the past, I would rig several masts at a time and the time spent between them gave enough time for the glue to set, so I could go back to the first and keep repeating the process...never having to wait . Unfortunately, here...I need to wait for the glue to set for each one so I do not interrupt the previous one. I alternate between the futtock shrouds. when I finish them....well....I find other things to do. Rob Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
rwiederrich Posted March 24, 2022 Author #2615 Posted March 24, 2022 13 hours ago, Bob Cleek said: She's certainly coming along nicely, Rob! Great work at such a small scale. I've never seen a better job on a coppered bottom at this scale. You've achieved a compellingly realistic effect. Anybody who undertakes to copper a bottom at this scale should take a close look at your work. Very appreciated Bob. If one looks back at that portion of the build...they can see I expedited the process by creating plate and nail embossed strips....using copper tape. Painting the entire bottom (Over the shiny copper), with a good metallic paint...aided in securing the plates(to themselves and the hull) and transforming the *copper* color to the more realistic color of weathered *Muntz* metal. Which is what the Glory was covered/plated in. Again, I wish to thank you for your continued support and encouragement. Coming from one with such an experienced background as yourself, is truly motivational. Rob Bob Cleek 1 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
rwiederrich Posted March 24, 2022 Author #2616 Posted March 24, 2022 I received the 18" cleat yesterday for the mounting for Glory. I muddled over this and I'm going to do something I typically do not do. I'm NOT going to show you the cleat...or any aspect of the bases construction. I want you to see it for the first time...complete....and with Glory sitting on it. I want to hear your responses...without any prior suggestions, without any hints or indications from me. Now, everyone knows what I am attempting to make with this new base, and many or most, already have a preconceived idea of what it will look like(Good or bad). I would like everyone to see it for the first time together.....then let the chips fall where they may..... Rob Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
BANYAN Posted March 25, 2022 #2617 Posted March 25, 2022 (edited) Teaser! Looking forward to seeing it. A clever idea you have come up with. cheers Pat Edited March 25, 2022 by BANYAN Quote If at first you do not suceed, try, and then try again!Current build: HMCSS Victoria (Scratch) Next build: HMAS Vampire (3D printed resin, scratch 1:350) Built: Battle Station (Scratch) and HM Bark Endeavour 1768 (kit 1:64)
rwiederrich Posted March 25, 2022 Author #2618 Posted March 25, 2022 1 hour ago, BANYAN said: Teaser! Lokk forward to seeing it. A clever idea you have come up with. cheers Pat Teaser reveal! I worked all afternoon, milling, grinding, matching hull curves. A bit of paint and finally, mounted on an antique wood ornate plaque salvaged from a nautical collector in Puget Sound. Probably from a local coastal schooner. I think it is quite convincing in its display characteristics. I have a few more small items to finish, like felt bottom. What do you think? Rob Glen McGuire, My Fathers Son, Keith Black and 2 others 5 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
BANYAN Posted March 25, 2022 #2619 Posted March 25, 2022 Looks great Rob, that's a novel and unique way to display her. cheers Pat Keith Black and druxey 2 Quote If at first you do not suceed, try, and then try again!Current build: HMCSS Victoria (Scratch) Next build: HMAS Vampire (3D printed resin, scratch 1:350) Built: Battle Station (Scratch) and HM Bark Endeavour 1768 (kit 1:64)
Keith Black Posted March 25, 2022 #2620 Posted March 25, 2022 Rob, I like it. Out of the ordinary but it works. druxey 1 Quote Current Builds: 1870's Sternwheeler, Lula Wood Hull Screw Frigate USS Tennessee Decorative Carrack Warship Restoration, the Amelia Completed: 1880s Floating Steam Donkey Pile Driver Early Swift 1805 Model Restoration
Kevin-the-lubber Posted March 25, 2022 #2621 Posted March 25, 2022 That’s a nice idea. I’ve not yet committed to any particular mounting method for my Cutty Sark other than not the kit way, and you’ve given me food for thought. Keith Black 1 Quote Kevin https://www.ebay.co.uk/usr/ktl_model_shop Current projects: HMS Victory 1:100 (Heller / Scratch, kind of active, depending on the alignment of the planets) https://modelshipworld.com/topic/23247-hms-victory-by-kevin-the-lubber-heller-1100-plastic-with-3d-printed-additions/ Cutty Sark 1:96 (More scratch than Revell, parked for now) https://modelshipworld.com/topic/30964-cutty-sark-by-kevin-the-lubber-revell-196 Soleil Royal 1:100 (Heller..... and probably some bashing. The one I'm not supposed to be working on yet) https://modelshipworld.com/topic/36944-le-soleil-royal-by-kevin-the-lubber-heller-1100-plastic/
ClipperFan Posted March 25, 2022 #2622 Posted March 25, 2022 Rob, my apologies. I was concerned that a big, bulky cleat would somehow bury your lovely model. Boy was I wrong. I agree 100% with your clever choice. It's a distinctive and classic mounting for a distinctively different Clipper Ship. Your work is so elegant that I believe Donald McKay himself would approve! druxey and shipman 2 Quote
Glen McGuire Posted March 25, 2022 #2623 Posted March 25, 2022 I love it! Unique idea and very well done. Quote Current builds: BlueJacket Constitution Repair & Build Flying Dutchman/Black Pearl Pirates of the Caribbean SIB Gallery: Mamoli CSS Alabama; Amati Hannah-SIB; Charles W Morgan-SIB; Aurora-SIB; Independence-SIB; Zheng He Treasure Fleet-SIB; Adventure Galley-SIB; Oseberg/Kraken-SIB; Roman Quinquereme/Archimedes' Claw-SIB; Wa'a Kualua-SIB; Ghost Ship Jenny-SIB; Banshee II-SIB, Completed build logs: Alabama; Hannah; Morgan; Aurora; Independence; Zheng He Treasure Fleet; Captain Kidd's Adventure Galley; Oseberg/Kraken; Roman Quinquereme/Archimedes' Claw, Wa'a Kualua, Ghost Ship Jenny; Banshee II
rwiederrich Posted March 25, 2022 Author #2624 Posted March 25, 2022 Thanks everyone. I feel it still provides the *Pedestal* look, while reminding us that cleats were actually a functioning part of the clippers working structures.....Glory carried many. Then to follow up with a unique antique ornate nautical base that is repurposed(My mantra) as a base.....just ties so many individually distinctive elements together.....making a most striking display.....IMV. Side note: The base has in itself nautical origins and a most tragic end, reminiscent of Glory's own sad demise. I find it only fitting the two are joined to finish their lives reminding us of our rich nautical heritage. The natural patina of the base adds to the authenticity of the idea being conveyed. Rob druxey 1 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
rwiederrich Posted March 25, 2022 Author #2625 Posted March 25, 2022 Rich....Mike has been asking me if we are going to do a write up of the models for NRG? I told him that you were going to do something like that. He'd like to help if you need any assistance. He said your email or his isn't working so he can't seam to get in touch with you. Rob Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
rwiederrich Posted March 25, 2022 Author #2627 Posted March 25, 2022 4 hours ago, MrBlueJacket said: Great display cleverness! Thanks Nic. The Display should be as thought out as the model itself....IMV Rob Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
ClipperFan Posted March 25, 2022 #2628 Posted March 25, 2022 7 hours ago, rwiederrich said: Rich....Mike has been asking me if we are going to do a write up of the models for NRG? I told him that you were going to do something like that. He'd like to help if you need any assistance. He said your email or his isn't working so he can't seam to get in touch with you. Rob Rob, tell Mike I welcome his help. I'm in process of writing it now in anticipation of meeting the April 1st deadline, which wouldn't be published until the Fall. I was wondering what happened with Mike. I thought it was because he was so busy with his book publication that he had no time to email me. Apparently my gmail is full. I've been trying to empty it but I can't seem to find a way to delete all. I'll send Mike an email from my business address and see if that works. Quote
druxey Posted March 25, 2022 #2629 Posted March 25, 2022 Another sceptic converted! Very effective, Rob. Quote Be sure to sign up for an epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series http://trafalgar.tv
rwiederrich Posted March 25, 2022 Author #2630 Posted March 25, 2022 38 minutes ago, druxey said: Another sceptic converted! Very effective, Rob. Bringing my vision to life and convincing others it is trustworthy can always be problematic……Even much more if I didn’t/couldn’t pull it off. Thanks for you confidence and encouragement. Rob shipman 1 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
Rick310 Posted March 25, 2022 #2631 Posted March 25, 2022 Rob, looks great!! And the coppering is superb!! Quote
Rick310 Posted March 26, 2022 #2632 Posted March 26, 2022 Rob, How do you plan to rig the head stays on Glory? It appears on the one photo of Glory, the one of the figurehead from the port side, that the stays set up under the forecastle. The Flying Fish is rigged the same way. Quote
rwiederrich Posted March 26, 2022 Author #2633 Posted March 26, 2022 1 hour ago, Rick310 said: Rob, How do you plan to rig the head stays on Glory? It appears on the one photo of Glory, the one of the figurehead from the port side, that the stays set up under the forecastle. The Flying Fish is rigged the same way. Rick….if you look at this image you will see the three Bolt points for the stays…..mounted just under the Tip of the name board. The for stay passes through the bees the back to this point. The inner jib passes through the jib boom back to the martingale and again back to this point. Same for the jib and flying jib. Thanks for askin. Rob BANYAN, Ian_Grant, Keith Black and 2 others 5 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
ClipperFan Posted March 27, 2022 #2634 Posted March 27, 2022 Rob, this picture of Glory's prow is one of the most beautiful so far. It has such a graceful "S" curve to her that perfectly matches the vessel herself. I know you were highlighting the mounting points in this pic but I thought you might appreciate knowing I recognize the authenticity of your lovely model. BANYAN, michael mott and Ian_Grant 3 Quote
BANYAN Posted March 27, 2022 #2635 Posted March 27, 2022 Couldn't agree more Clipper, well commented. cheers Pat ClipperFan 1 Quote If at first you do not suceed, try, and then try again!Current build: HMCSS Victoria (Scratch) Next build: HMAS Vampire (3D printed resin, scratch 1:350) Built: Battle Station (Scratch) and HM Bark Endeavour 1768 (kit 1:64)
michael mott Posted March 28, 2022 #2636 Posted March 28, 2022 Wot they said!! great stuff Rob Michael ClipperFan and etubino 2 Quote 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.
rwiederrich Posted March 28, 2022 Author #2637 Posted March 28, 2022 (edited) 15 hours ago, ClipperFan said: Rob, this picture of Glory's prow is one of the most beautiful so far. It has such a graceful "S" curve to her that perfectly matches the vessel herself. I know you were highlighting the mounting points in this pic but I thought you might appreciate knowing I recognize the authenticity of your lovely model. Thanks Rich. She is coming round. When I get those jib stays installed she will look magnificent. Rob Edited March 28, 2022 by rwiederrich Ian_Grant and ClipperFan 2 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
rwiederrich Posted March 28, 2022 Author #2638 Posted March 28, 2022 Thanks Michael and Pat……..that means a lot Rob Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
rwiederrich Posted March 29, 2022 Author #2639 Posted March 29, 2022 After final fitting the hull to the cleat……I had to do a bit of hull touch-up while the cleat dries to the antique base. Rob BANYAN, Keith Black, druxey and 3 others 6 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."
ClipperFan Posted March 30, 2022 #2640 Posted March 30, 2022 Rob I never tire of seeing your beautiful ship. Quote
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