HMS Beagle by Pete D - FINISHED - OcCre - 1:60 Scale

[Pete D]

Finally ready to do this build log . I attempt to keep it all short and to the point . Received HMs Beagle , opened up to check the contents and condition. Checked to see if there was any damage or anything had warped during the packaging , transport etc . All seemed ok

 

 

[Pete D]

Started the build. Dry fitted the hull pieces . All good so glued , pretty simple

[Pete D]

Started to plank the deck. This is where I made my first error . I chose the thicker lime wood , as opposed to the veneer that I was supposed to . I had already glued and clamped it all when  I realised the mistake . So I left it as is , I figured it would not affect anything in the grand  scheme of things

[Pete D]

Finished the deck. I chose to do the pencil lines , seemed to work ok. After applying the matt varnish turned out ok

[Moab]

Looking good Peter...Moab

[Fernando E]

I've got this model on the shelf...will be next when I finish the Perseverance which is still on the workbench!

 

I'll follow along for the ride.

 

Cheers.............Fernando 

[Pattington]

Just finished my own first build and I've got this one on deck. Definitely gonna follow along here and maybe even try to keep pace.

 

Good luck!

[Pete D]

I have gone ahead and glued the main deck  onto the hull , and clamped it down so as to attach securely

[Pete D]

While I was waiting for the glue to set , I made up a jig to bend the bulwarks .

[Pete D]

Placed the bulkheads , lined and coated them with matt varnish. I attached the doors and windows to the relevant bulkheads . and finally got to attach the bow and stern decks , strapped them down to attach securely . Rubber bands work wonders on areas that are not always squared

[Pete D]

All the decks set . And the bulwarks came out pretty neat . I will attempt to fit them during this week if life does not get in the way

[uncarina]

Great start, and I will be following closely.

 

Cheers,  Tom

[The Gimps Chimp]

Looks like you've made a great start to the build and are make fine progress.  I'm doing the same build but having a few issues along the way.  I don't find the instruction too helpful so I tend to just use them as a pointer.  I'm very interested to see how you progress so will keep a close eye on your build log.

 

Chimp

[Pete D]

I have finished the first planking . I used a jig I made to bend the planks beforehand , so were ready for use when the time came . I attempted to follow the pattern as in the diagrams , but got lost in the detail I think . Bow turned out a bit messy , stern looks okay . I will attempt to repair the damage during the sanding process

[Pete D]

Finished the repairing and sanding of the hull . I confess I used some woodfiller for the larger areas  before sanding , but guessed as this planking would be covered by another layer it would not be seen. I think it turned out ok . Ready to start the top layer of planking soon.

[Pete D]

On 2/4/2021 at 7:22 AM, The Gimps Chimp said:

Looks like you've made a great start to the build and are make fine progress.  I'm doing the same build but having a few issues along the way.  I don't find the instruction too helpful so I tend to just use them as a pointer.  I'm very interested to see how you progress so will keep a close eye on your build log.

 

Chimp

You seem to be doing great on your build . I try and follow the instructions then see if the video is of assistance . Between the 2 options I try and work it out

[Pete D]

On 1/30/2021 at 6:03 PM, Moab said:

Looking good Peter...Moab

Thanks , its only the start

[Pete D]

Started the top layer of planking . Its a little different to what I had on the last build as this layer is really thin and needs to be handled carefully . once O got used to working with it , steady progress has been made . Just left with the "patching"

[Pete D]

Finally finished with the final  planking . Fairly satisfied with the result . Will have to do repairs after the sanding

[Pete D]

Sanding done . Had to repair a few places as some of the top layer wood is really brittle , and there seems to be a variety of finishing on the wood. some do not have as good an edge . I'm starting to fit the  ribbons on the outside . To make the bend I used the same template I made earlier that bent the bulwarks and the first planking . Left it in the winter sunshine to dry out before I used it

[Pete D]

Finished the ribbons . Now the build is starting to look like something . Had a small issue when a part of the ribbon that was cut out at one of the aft portholes , fell inside . Took forever trying to locate it , lots of shaking etc. Eventually managed to blow it out using compressed air in a can .

[Pete D]

Placed the ribbons on the deckside .

[Pete D]

I applied matt varnish to everything to seal it . Actually made the different colors stand out . Almost seems a sin to paint all over it

[uncarina]

Impressive work Pete! Just got this kit myself so I am really enjoying your progress.

 

Cheers,  Tom

[Pete D]

20 hours ago, uncarina said:

Impressive work Pete! Just got this kit myself so I am really enjoying your progress.

 

Cheers,  Tom

Thanks

[uncarina]

Will you be adding copper plating as well?

 

Cheers,  Tom

[Pete D]

On 2/14/2021 at 5:40 PM, uncarina said:

Will you be adding copper plating as well?

 

Cheers,  Tom

No,  I'm just going to do the recommended painting scheme. My next build I may  select  a ship that has the copper plating 

[Pete D]

Here's the work in progress with the painting . Took a little longer than expected . Painting everything black then makes it really difficult to get the white going , takes extra coats.....maybe would have been more expedient to just paint them separately. It all worked out in the end

[Pete D]

Hi. Painted and fitted the strips , davits and constructed the transom. Tried my hand at the decorative work with the gardens and brass . Came out pretty good I think  . Onward and upward as it is said....

[Krupi]

Hi Pete, 

 

Looking great, just started on this kit myself. 

 

What Matt Varnish are you using? 

Edited February 19, 2021 by Krupi