russ Posted February 18, 2014 Author Share #361 Posted February 18, 2014 Jay: Thanks. I am looking forward to some time in the shop. Got to grade exams first. Russ Jay 1 1 Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KenW Posted April 4, 2014 Share #362 Posted April 4, 2014 Hey Russ - Your craftsmanship is outstanding. Almost too bad to paint and cover it up. Great job! Quote Ken NO PIRACY 4 ME! (SUPPORTING CHUCKS' IDEA) Current Build: Washington 1776 Galley Pilot Boat Mary of Norfolk Completed Builds: Continental Boat Providence (from Completed Gallery) (from MSW Build) Continental Ship Independence (from Completed Gallery) (from MSW Build) Rattlesnake (from Completed Gallery) (from MSW Build) Armed Virginia Sloop (from Completed Gallery) Fair American (from Completed Gallery) (from MSW Build Log) Member: Ship Model Society of New Jersey Nautical Research Guild Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted April 4, 2014 Author Share #363 Posted April 4, 2014 Ken: Thanks for the kind words. I appreciate it very much. Russ Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themadchemist Posted May 2, 2014 Share #364 Posted May 2, 2014 (edited) Your Biloxi schooner's been getting by my radar it seems, I just got caught up. Lots of excellent work, Russ. I love that 1920's photo, Nice archival shot. It's interesting how it lays under the rubbing strake, which is similar to the capping of it at the rail. The shackle between the deadeye and chain remind me of the shackle used on an old leaf spring auto. Its a very intriguing design. A 1:24 version POF will be a fun build to watch, but this one first still has lots to keep us interested until then. The decking looks really good. Its amazing the side planks fit so well they didn't need gluing. A credit to your experienced expertise. Edited May 2, 2014 by themadchemist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 2, 2014 Author Share #365 Posted May 2, 2014 Thanks for the kind words. I am fortunate that there is a so much contemporary photography to help fill in the gaps in the research. I am trying to get some time back in the shop now that the semester is winding down. I am not really happy with my deadeye strap solution so I will probably try a few experiments to see if I can get something that looks more authentic. Russ mtaylor and Martin W 2 Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainbob Posted May 2, 2014 Share #366 Posted May 2, 2014 Russ your schooner is coming along nicely. Oh, and thanks for showing that 1920’s picture. The attachment of the deadeyes to the chain plates is interesting, but what I notice is that the excess lanyard is not tied and bound up against the shroud but after a hitch around the shroud is allowed to hang down. Interesting. Maybe for easy readjusting later? Bob Quote Every build is a learning experience. Current build: SS_ Mariefred Completed builds: US Coast Guard Pequot Friendship-sloop, Schooner Lettie-G.-Howard, Spray, Grand-Banks-dory, a gaff rigged yawl, HOGA (YT-146), Int'l Dragon Class II, Two Edwardian Launches In the Gallery: Catboat, International-Dragon-Class, Spray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 2, 2014 Author Share #367 Posted May 2, 2014 Bob: Thanks for the kind words. That is a likely explanation. There was nothing really fussy about how they did things on these working schooners. Russ Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainbob Posted May 2, 2014 Share #368 Posted May 2, 2014 There was nothing really fussy about how they did things on these working schooners. Russ That's what I've always believed and that's the way I try to build my models. Thanks again for the picture, one more step towards reality. Bob Quote Every build is a learning experience. Current build: SS_ Mariefred Completed builds: US Coast Guard Pequot Friendship-sloop, Schooner Lettie-G.-Howard, Spray, Grand-Banks-dory, a gaff rigged yawl, HOGA (YT-146), Int'l Dragon Class II, Two Edwardian Launches In the Gallery: Catboat, International-Dragon-Class, Spray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkerryAmp Posted May 13, 2014 Share #369 Posted May 13, 2014 Finally caught up on this one - ship time is good time and it is doing very well for your schooner. The pictures are great reference and doing a nice job honoring the detail! Would love to have that level of skill and patience,.. maybe someday Quote -Adam Current Builds Santa Maria - Artesania Latina (1:65) POB MayFlower - Model Shipways (5/32"=1') POB Blue Shadow - Mamoli Revolutionary War Brigantine. (Fict) (1:64) POB (Recommissioned as the Kara June) On The Shelf Waiting so Patiently USRC Ranger - Corel (1:50) POB 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways (1:4) POF La Nina - Artesania Latina (1:65) POB U.S Brig Syren - Model Shipways (1:64) POB Completed Builds Phantom NY Pilot Boat - Model Shipways (1:96) Solid Hull Decommissioned Builds (Time and conditions were not good to these. They have been cancelled =( ) Willie L Bennett - Model Shipways (1:32) POF USRC Harriet Lane - Model Shipways (1:128) Solid Hull Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 13, 2014 Author Share #370 Posted May 13, 2014 Adam: Thanks for looking in and for your kind words. I have been making some small progress. I have the carcass of the deck house made and I will be at the Billy Creel Memorial Wooden Boat Show this Saturday and Sunday at Biloxi with the schooner and a few skiff models doing some work and talking to folks. It should be a great time. Russ popeye the sailor, captainbob, SkerryAmp and 2 others 5 Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainbob Posted May 14, 2014 Share #371 Posted May 14, 2014 Russ, Wow, that sound like fun. Have a good time. Bob Quote Every build is a learning experience. Current build: SS_ Mariefred Completed builds: US Coast Guard Pequot Friendship-sloop, Schooner Lettie-G.-Howard, Spray, Grand-Banks-dory, a gaff rigged yawl, HOGA (YT-146), Int'l Dragon Class II, Two Edwardian Launches In the Gallery: Catboat, International-Dragon-Class, Spray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 14, 2014 Author Share #372 Posted May 14, 2014 Bob: It is always a blast, but this year should especially good since the weather is shaping up to be a bit more hospitable. There will be a lot of people coming through and looking at the boats and there are always those who will want to sit a talk models, boats, and history. It is a great way to spend a weekend. Russ Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 16, 2014 Author Share #373 Posted May 16, 2014 Finally an update. I have managed to get a few coats of paint on the hull. It is getting there. Maybe another coat and then the red underbody. The deck house is coming along. I had tried stick framing the deck house, but I think the solid bulkheads work better at this scale. I have begun planking the shell to give it that finished look. Still a ways to go on this piece. Questions and comments welcomed. Russ Aussie048, Perls, WackoWolf and 18 others 21 Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WackoWolf Posted May 16, 2014 Share #374 Posted May 16, 2014 I like the way the color is on the hull, you have done a wonderful job with the hull. If you want the deck house to look like it was stick frame you could scribe it, but I think it will look good the way you doing it. Keep the pictures coming, and Thank you for sharing. Quote Wacko Joe Go MSW :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 16, 2014 Author Share #375 Posted May 16, 2014 Joe: Thanks. I am hoping the paint work comes out well. On the deck house, the stick framing would be covered up with the planking anyway, so it is really not that important an issue except that I would have liked to framed each wall. In the finished piece, you will not be able to tell the difference. Russ WackoWolf and mtaylor 2 Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted May 16, 2014 Share #376 Posted May 16, 2014 Nice to see an update, Russ. She's coming along well. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themadchemist Posted May 16, 2014 Share #377 Posted May 16, 2014 Nice paint job Russ. That 2nd photo really shows off her sheer-line. What a beautifully lined schooner. I really like the way the rubbing strake smoothly forms into the cutwater, plus that carves hawse makes the bow a very interesting and delightful shape. Have fun this weekend and don't forget the camera. I'm glad the weather moved east finally. pete48 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete48 Posted May 16, 2014 Share #378 Posted May 16, 2014 Looking good Russ, I agree with Keith the sheer line looks sweet Best Regards, Pete Quote "may your sails be full of wind and the sun on your back" Current Builds : Future Builds : N.G Herreshoff 12 1/2 Scratch Build 3/4" = 1' - 0" Scale Completed Builds : Volvo 65 Farr Yacht Design Herreshoff Alerion Herreshoff Buzzards Bay 14 Volvo Open 70 Member : The Herreshoff Registry Montgomery Sailboat Owners Group Peter Kunst Sailboat Models http://www.herreshoffregistry.org/ http://www.msog.org/ http://www.facebook.com/Peter-Kunst-Sailboat-Models-1524464774524480/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 16, 2014 Author Share #379 Posted May 16, 2014 (edited) John: Thanks. With a little (and I mean a little) spare time, I have been able to make some progress and it always feels good to be able to lose oneself in the process. Keith: Thanks for the kind words. I really like the sheer line. When I drew the plans, I thought it would look nice, but it has surpassed my expectations. Martin Fountain knew a thing or two about designing schooners. The details of the hawse pipe lips and the cut water trim were done in boxwood. That material made the difference in creating those details. I will have my camera and will take some pics at the boat show. Right now, it looks like we should have very mild temps and lower humidity. That will make it very pleasant. Pete: Thanks for looking in. I appreciate it. Thanks also for all the likes. I appreciate that as well. Russ Edited May 16, 2014 by russ Martin W, pete48 and popeye the sailor 3 Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KenW Posted May 16, 2014 Share #380 Posted May 16, 2014 She is one beautiful boat!. Great work. I look forward to seeing photos of the real ones. Cheers. Quote Ken NO PIRACY 4 ME! (SUPPORTING CHUCKS' IDEA) Current Build: Washington 1776 Galley Pilot Boat Mary of Norfolk Completed Builds: Continental Boat Providence (from Completed Gallery) (from MSW Build) Continental Ship Independence (from Completed Gallery) (from MSW Build) Rattlesnake (from Completed Gallery) (from MSW Build) Armed Virginia Sloop (from Completed Gallery) Fair American (from Completed Gallery) (from MSW Build Log) Member: Ship Model Society of New Jersey Nautical Research Guild Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 16, 2014 Author Share #381 Posted May 16, 2014 Ken: Thanks for the kind words. I will snap some photos of the replica schooners. I know the Glenn L. Swetman will be there, but I am not sure about the Mike Sekul. She recently underwent several years of refitting and I am not sure if she has been recertified for passengers yet. Russ mtaylor 1 Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littlebob Posted May 16, 2014 Share #382 Posted May 16, 2014 Wow great work Russ, you shore did some nice deck work on her, and the details are looking good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 16, 2014 Author Share #383 Posted May 16, 2014 Robert: Thanks for the kind words. Russ Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
src Posted May 17, 2014 Share #384 Posted May 17, 2014 Russ, I agree with the others, she looks really nice. Good to see you getting in some time in on your build. Have fun at the show. Sam Quote Current Build Constructo Enterprise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 17, 2014 Author Share #385 Posted May 17, 2014 Sam: Thanks. Will do. Russ Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted May 17, 2014 Share #386 Posted May 17, 2014 Have a great time, Russ. I'm looking forward to the pics of the schooners, also. Quote Mark "The shipwright is slow, but the wood is patient." - me Current Build: Past Builds: La Belle Poule 1765 - French Frigate from ANCRE plans - ON HOLD Triton Cross-Section NRG Hallf Hull Planking Kit HMS Sphinx 1775 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Non-Ship Model: On hold, maybe forever: CH-53 Sikorsky - 1:48 - Revell - Completed Licorne - 1755 from Hahn Plans (Scratch) Version 2.0 (Abandoned) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Pilot Posted May 21, 2014 Share #387 Posted May 21, 2014 Just read through the entire log, beautiful work Russ! I will follow this on through to the end. Thanks for the great history. Quote Mark Current Builds: 18th Century Merchantman 1/2 Hull Smuggler Pride of Baltimore II Gallery: Yankee Hero Armed Virginia Sloop Future Builds: Rattlesnake, Fair American Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 21, 2014 Author Share #388 Posted May 21, 2014 Mark: Thanks for looking in and for the very kind words. I have a little more progress and I will post it as soon as I can get some photos. Russ Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riverboat Posted May 22, 2014 Share #389 Posted May 22, 2014 Hi Russ ....... just got thru catching up on your progress, it's just outstanding!!, and you certainly give credence to spiled planking. I'm going to give it a try on my present build. I have a question for you, not related to ship building, so I'll PM you. Frank Quote completed build: Delta River Co. Riverboat HMAT SUPPLY USRC "ALERT" in progress: Red Dragon (Chinese junk) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 22, 2014 Author Share #390 Posted May 22, 2014 Frank: Thanks for the kind words. Anything I can help with, let me know. Russ riverboat 1 Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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