popeye the sailor Posted May 8, 2016 Share #631 Posted May 8, 2016 looking super Russ........layout is getting better and better russ and mtaylor 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 8, 2016 Author Share #632 Posted May 8, 2016 Thanks. Russ mtaylor and popeye the sailor 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...
BANYAN Posted May 8, 2016 Share #633 Posted May 8, 2016 Those schooners had beautiful lines Russ; you have done a very good job in bringing these to life in your model. cheers Pat mtaylor 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) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 8, 2016 Author Share #634 Posted May 8, 2016 Pat: Thanks. I really wish I could take credit for those lines. However, the lines are based on the appearance and measurements of actual schooners, particularly those built by Martin Fountain Sr., who lived and worked in this area from 1855-1938. He was a great boat builder and one of the deans of Biloxi boat building. Russ BANYAN, mtaylor, captainbob 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...
Kenneth Powell Posted May 24, 2016 Share #635 Posted May 24, 2016 Russ - It was good to see you at the wooden boat show in Biloxi yesterday; once a year is not often enough. Everyone - The photos are nice but nothing is like seeing this little schooner up close and personal. The decal work is amazing for this scale and so is the deck planking. You almost need a magnifying glass to see the hardware (I used my reading glasses) and it is top-notch. Kenneth cog and mtaylor 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 24, 2016 Author Share #636 Posted May 24, 2016 Kenneth: It was good to see you and everyone else at the wooden boat show. There was a wealth of Biloxi history walking around the pier this past weekend. Thanks for the kind words about the schooner. I really appreciate it. Russ cog 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...
russ Posted August 1, 2016 Author Share #637 Posted August 1, 2016 I am still here and still at it. Summer finals are graded, grades are posted and so I have some time to do some more work. Here are the rest of the deadeyes for the shrouds. I needed 10 and made 12. Not a bad idea since they may be needed. I also include another photo of my deadeye jig. It is quite handy and easy to make. Russ cog, popeye the sailor, Fright and 10 others 13 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 August 1, 2016 Share #638 Posted August 1, 2016 Nice to see you have more time in the dockyard Russ; those dead eyes have come up very well. cheers Pat mtaylor and Martin W 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) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted August 2, 2016 Author Share #639 Posted August 2, 2016 Pat: Thanks. They are not that difficult to make once you get the hang of it. I turned out a dozen in about an hour or so the other night. Russ mtaylor, Omega1234 and Martin W 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...
Kenneth Powell Posted August 2, 2016 Share #640 Posted August 2, 2016 Another good use of a jig, Russ. You say it became easy, but it started out smart. Kenneth src, Martin W and mtaylor 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted August 2, 2016 Author Share #641 Posted August 2, 2016 Kenneth: I got the idea from Harold Underhill's book, Plank on Frame Modeling. He used a metal jig which certainly lasts longer than wood, but wood was easier for me. Thanks to Harold Underhill for suggesting many good ideas. Russ popeye the sailor, Fright, Martin W and 3 others 6 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 August 5, 2016 Author Share #642 Posted August 5, 2016 While I am making blocks, here is a look at the masts temporarily in place. Russ Martin W, popeye the sailor, John Allen and 12 others 15 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 August 5, 2016 Share #643 Posted August 5, 2016 She's turning into a lovely lady. Russ. Bob russ, Omega1234 and mtaylor 3 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 August 5, 2016 Author Share #644 Posted August 5, 2016 Bob: Thanks. I am slowly getting her to the point of rigging. If all goes to plan, she will come out looking really nice. We will see. Russ Omega1234, mtaylor and src 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...
cog Posted August 5, 2016 Share #645 Posted August 5, 2016 (edited) Russ, She's coming along nicely. Slow is good. I love the railing as shown on that first image ... Edited August 5, 2016 by cog russ, Omega1234, Martin W and 1 other 4 Quote Carl "Desperate affairs require desperate measures." Lord Nelson Search and you might find a log ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted August 5, 2016 Author Share #646 Posted August 5, 2016 Carl: Thanks. Slow is one thing, but this is in its 4th year. It will be completed before Christmas. Russ popeye the sailor, mtaylor, Martin W 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...
cog Posted August 5, 2016 Share #647 Posted August 5, 2016 Russ, I just finished a model which I started 24th March 2013 (three and a half year...) not so much difference I would say Besides mine is much smaller Cheers mtaylor, Martin W and popeye the sailor 3 Quote Carl "Desperate affairs require desperate measures." Lord Nelson Search and you might find a log ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popeye the sailor Posted August 5, 2016 Share #648 Posted August 5, 2016 doesn't matter how long it takes Russ.........just as long as your enjoying what your building, and keeping the mind active nice bit 'o progress ! Martin W, mtaylor, cog and 1 other 4 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted August 5, 2016 Share #649 Posted August 5, 2016 Nice to see her with the masts, Russ. John cog and mtaylor 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted August 5, 2016 Author Share #650 Posted August 5, 2016 Popeye: Thanks for the encouragement. John: I am almost ready to get the sails, gaffs, and booms onto the masts and then I can complete the mastheads and permanently mount the masts on the deck. It all has to happen in a certain order so it is slow going to stop, think, and check to make sure I do not get ahead of myself. Russ popeye the sailor, mtaylor and cog 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...
src Posted August 6, 2016 Share #651 Posted August 6, 2016 Russ, she looks great. As others said, the journey IS the destination. Sam mtaylor 1 Quote Current Build Constructo Enterprise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted August 6, 2016 Author Share #652 Posted August 6, 2016 Sam: Thanks. I agree with that. I just dislike the idea of a very gracious and understanding client having had to wait so long. If I were building just for me, I would not be so time conscious. Russ cog, Omega1234, src 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...
src Posted August 6, 2016 Share #653 Posted August 6, 2016 Russ, I totally forgot you were building for another. Fortunately it sounds like they understand that some things just cant be rushed. Sam mtaylor and russ 2 Quote Current Build Constructo Enterprise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cog Posted August 6, 2016 Share #654 Posted August 6, 2016 (edited) Not rushing or not Russhing ... They must be very patient, and understanding though. On the other hand, they will receive a brillantly built schooner ... Edited August 6, 2016 by cog russ and mtaylor 2 Quote Carl "Desperate affairs require desperate measures." Lord Nelson Search and you might find a log ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted August 6, 2016 Author Share #655 Posted August 6, 2016 Sam and Carl: My client is a very good friend and has told me not to rush anything. She understands without a doubt. If it were actually a brilliantly built model, I would be happy. Instead, it is what it is. There are aspects of the model I like, but there are also plenty of imperfections, things I wish I had done differently, etc. It is far from perfect and no where near brilliant. Fortunately for me, she is one who thinks it is great and does not dwell on the imperfections. Like any model, this has been a learning experience and I will take what I have learned and apply it to the models that will follow. Hopefully, they will be better because of this experience. Russ cog, mtaylor and Omega1234 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...
cog Posted August 6, 2016 Share #656 Posted August 6, 2016 Ah, the builders eyes ... " If it were actually a brilliantly built model, I would be happy. Instead, it is what it is." She will never be perfect, or brilliant in your eyes, Russ. That's your prerogative, however, to others she will just be the contrary ... I like imperfections, that makes them unique, and beautifull, and full of surprises, eventhough I, myself, strive for the unobtainable perfection to Cheers popeye the sailor, mtaylor, src and 1 other 4 Quote Carl "Desperate affairs require desperate measures." Lord Nelson Search and you might find a log ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted August 6, 2016 Author Share #657 Posted August 6, 2016 Carl: Thanks. I agree about perfection. Perfection is that for which we strive, but can never obtain. However, in the attempt, we reach further and accomplish more than we would otherwise. All of that said, there are a couple of areas along the bulwarks that are just downright embarrassing. Russ popeye the sailor, Omega1234, mtaylor and 3 others 6 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 August 6, 2016 Author Share #658 Posted August 6, 2016 Here are a few blocks and a cleat. The blocks are rope stropped, although on the real boats, they were mostly internally metal stropped. At this scale, rope stropped will have to do. The double sheaved block is 5/32" long as is the larger single sheaved block. The smallest block is 1/8" long. The cleat is for the forward side of the foremast. Russ WackoWolf, KenW, Martin W and 9 others 12 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...
popeye the sailor Posted August 7, 2016 Share #659 Posted August 7, 2016 rope stropping looks fine my admiral like the little imperfections too......she's always telling me that. it gives it that human touch.......otherwise spoiled if it were perfect. now......close your eyes, and click your heels three times.........and say....."it's a sweet 'lil boat.......it's a sweet 'lil boat.... remember one thing.........if nothing is mentioned, few will notice mtaylor, Omega1234, src and 3 others 6 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted August 7, 2016 Author Share #660 Posted August 7, 2016 Thanks for the kind words and advice. Russ Omega1234, mtaylor, src 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...
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