SawdustDave Posted August 11, 2014 Share #451 Posted August 11, 2014 Good job Russ. Those last chainplates look much better. Dave Quote Sawdust Dave - Current build - USS Constitution 1:60th (scratch).... Visit my blog site - All previous builds.... http://davesmodelships.blogspot.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted August 12, 2014 Author Share #452 Posted August 12, 2014 Thanks. I am hoping to get some time on her soon. I have to finish another paying project and then I can get back to this one. 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...
Mahuna Posted August 12, 2014 Share #453 Posted August 12, 2014 Hi Russ: Nice build - I enjoy working craft, and will be following along with the remainder of your build. Frank Quote Frank Completed: Skipjack Kathryn; Dunbrody Sectional Model; Paragon (modified Mayflower) Scratch Build; Planning a Sectional Model of Dunbrody NRG Member Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted August 12, 2014 Author Share #454 Posted August 12, 2014 Frank: Thanks for dropping by. 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...
gerty Posted August 12, 2014 Share #455 Posted August 12, 2014 Nice job on the deadeyes and chainplates Russ ! They look like the real deal ! Quote Current Build: Willie L. Bennett - Model Shipways Future Interests: Friendship Sloop - BlueJacket Ship Crafters Cape Cod Catboat - BlueJacket Ship Crafters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted August 12, 2014 Author Share #456 Posted August 12, 2014 Gerty: Thanks. I will be glad when I get the other side completed. 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...
SkerryAmp Posted August 12, 2014 Share #457 Posted August 12, 2014 Nicely done! I look forward to and dread the fiddly bits part of the ship. Dread because they are tiny and usually a lot of them! Look forward to because it starts to bring the ship together. Liking it! 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 August 12, 2014 Author Share #458 Posted August 12, 2014 Adam: I was frustrated for a while not because the parts are small (and they are), but because I had not figured a way to engineer them properly. I think I have that worked out now and it is a matter making some time in the shop to get them completed. Once you know how to make them, the rest tends to get a bit easier. Russ SkerryAmp, augie, WackoWolf and 1 other 4 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 August 13, 2014 Share #459 Posted August 13, 2014 Glad your back. Also glad you figure out the problem of getting them to work the way you want. Sometime you have to sit back for awhile and think about the problem instead of trying this and trying that. When things start getting to you it's time to take abreak and think about it for awhile. Quote Wacko Joe Go MSW :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted August 13, 2014 Author Share #460 Posted August 13, 2014 Joe: I promise I never went anywhere. Just got really busy. There are always challenges to find a way to make something in a given scale. That is one of the things I love about model building. Russ WackoWolf and KenW 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...
adivedog Posted August 23, 2014 Share #461 Posted August 23, 2014 Nice job on the schooner. I have a question on the planking. When you sectioned off the bulkheads, did you measure from top to bottom and divide or did you use a strake in the center and divide ?? Will start planking the Swift in a couple of days. Thanks Quote John Current build Swift by AL Completed build Dinghy by Midwest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted August 23, 2014 Author Share #462 Posted August 23, 2014 (edited) John: For some photos of the process, see the first page of my log. I used a piece of masking tape to measure the distance to be planked on each bulkhead. I placed the tape on a given bulkhead using a longer piece of tape and then marked the deck line on the tape and the top edge of the keel. Then I took the tape off and laid it out flat. Now, I measured the total distance between the two marks and divided that by the number of planks from deck to keel in the hull. That gave me the width each plank on that bulkhead. Now replace the tape on the bulkhead with part of the bulkhead showing and transfer the marks for the width of each plank onto the bulkhead. I repeated this operation for each bulkhead and now I have the width and shape of each plank laid out on the bulkheads. I did this along the angle of the bow and for the stern frame as well. I do this for both sides of the hull. When I planked this hull, I did not use any premilled strips, I cut each plank out of a sheet of basswood. These can be gotten for a few bucks at your local hobby or crafts store. I got mine from Hobby Lobby. I used white card stock for spiling and tapering each plank. Cut a piece of card stock just a little longer than you first plank at the deck at the bow. Make sure it is somewhat wider than you need as well. Hold or tape it against the hull so that its edge sticks up above the deck. Now, run a pencil along the edge of the deck against the card. This is the upper edge of your first plank. Now, cut the card to that line. Mark the bulkheads that your first plank crossed on the card and measure from each bulkhead the widths of the first plank on the card, using the upper edge of that plank on the card as you reference line. Do it for the bow rabbet as well. Once you have these widths marked on the card, connect the dots. Now you have the shape of your first plank. Decide where the butt end of the plank will occur. Now, cut the card to that shape and check it against the hull to make sure you have got the shape exactly as it is laid out on the bulkheads. If it has been done carefully, all is correct. Lay the card on a piece of basswood and trace the shape. Cut the plank out and use the card template as a guide to fine tune the shape of the plank. You can leave the plank a little long until you are ready to fit and glue it in place. If you need to soak the plank to get it to bend easier, that is no problem. I held mine under hot water from the faucet for a minute or so and then clamped it in place on the hull and let it dry. Once it was dry, the plank held its shape well enough that I was able to glue it place, using my fingers to hold it for a few seconds while the glue set enough. For planks that have their edge against another plank, use the card again as a template and use a compass to trace the edge of the plank above onto the card. You can connect the dots to get that edge shape for your next plank. That is spiling. Then you can measure the widths as before to get the bottom edge of that next plank. That is tapering. Where you have a bulkhead in the stern that does not extend down to the keel, draw lines extending that bulkhead's position on the deadwood down to the keel. Your measuring tape will need to cover that distance since planks will fill that area. Let me know if you need anything further. Russ Edited August 23, 2014 by russ Perls, WackoWolf, src and 6 others 9 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...
adivedog Posted August 23, 2014 Share #463 Posted August 23, 2014 Sounds good. Thanks Russ Quote John Current build Swift by AL Completed build Dinghy by Midwest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted September 21, 2014 Author Share #464 Posted September 21, 2014 Here is a little more progress. Got some time to work on some deck fixtures. There is still a good deal more fitting to be done. The corner joints on the hatch coamings still need some cleaning up and the coamings need to have their bottom edges cambered to match the deck. Russ popeye the sailor, WackoWolf, src and 14 others 17 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 September 21, 2014 Share #465 Posted September 21, 2014 Looking good, Russ. Nice to see her still progressing. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted September 21, 2014 Author Share #466 Posted September 21, 2014 John: Thanks. As the weather cools a bit, I have been able to do some work in the shop. 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...
BANYAN Posted September 21, 2014 Share #467 Posted September 21, 2014 Nice to see another update Russ; she is progressing slowly (like my Endeavour) but with a lot of "class" cheers Pat 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) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted September 21, 2014 Author Share #468 Posted September 21, 2014 Pat: Thanks for the kind words. I need to get this project moving along as I have a few others who are waiting patiently for space on the bench. 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...
pete48 Posted September 21, 2014 Share #469 Posted September 21, 2014 Looks good Russ, shes staring to come together. Nice work 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 September 21, 2014 Author Share #470 Posted September 21, 2014 Pete: Thanks for the kind words. Thanks everyone for all the likes. 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 September 21, 2014 Share #471 Posted September 21, 2014 Beautiful job. 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...
SawdustDave Posted September 21, 2014 Share #472 Posted September 21, 2014 Russ....your progress on the deck fixtures are inspiring. I love your clean, sharp details. Beautiful job mate. Dave Quote Sawdust Dave - Current build - USS Constitution 1:60th (scratch).... Visit my blog site - All previous builds.... http://davesmodelships.blogspot.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted September 21, 2014 Author Share #473 Posted September 21, 2014 Dave: Thanks for the kind words. However, they are obviously cleaner and sharper in the photograph than in real life. I will say that making the half lap joints was enjoyable. Just me, a few hand tools, and the wood. They are not perfect, but it was a great way to pass a few hours. 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...
dgbot Posted September 21, 2014 Share #474 Posted September 21, 2014 Russ do you plan on any painting or are you going natural? David B Quote Work in progress USS Maine in cardstock.http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/7446-uss-maine-by-dgbot-hmv-card/#entry220003 Completed Blockade runner Teazer http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/6063-blockade-runner-teazer-by-dgbot-card-stock/#entry175967 Completed The Monitor Lehigh http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/6920-the-monitor-lehigh-by-dgbot-card-model/#entry203680 Completed Kingston Class MCVD http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/forum/10-kit-build-logs-in-progress/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted September 21, 2014 Author Share #475 Posted September 21, 2014 David: Yes, the trunk cabin and hatches etc will be painted white. 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...
SkerryAmp Posted September 22, 2014 Share #476 Posted September 22, 2014 Love your work Russ. Really appreciate clean crisp work - something I am still striving for. The deck structures look fantastic! 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 September 22, 2014 Author Share #477 Posted September 22, 2014 Adam: Thanks for the kind words. They are appreciated. 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 September 22, 2014 Author Share #478 Posted September 22, 2014 Here is a little more progress. I managed to make the wheel box today. Not too bad, but it still needs some sanding now that I look at the hi res photos. Russ cog, Fright, KenW and 14 others 17 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...
Elia Posted September 22, 2014 Share #479 Posted September 22, 2014 Russ, Your Biloxi schooner looks great. The bitts, the deck hatches and coaming, and the wheel box all look quite sharp. Very nice! And its good to see you getting a little time in the shipyard. Cheers, Elia Quote Elia Rose Valley, PA Arethusa: 1907 Gloucester Knockabout Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
src Posted September 22, 2014 Share #480 Posted September 22, 2014 Russ, So nice to see you getting some build time in. Those small parts sure look good. Sam Quote Current Build Constructo Enterprise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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