Joseph F. Posted March 22, 2021 Share #1 Posted March 22, 2021 (edited) I'm from East Virginia, a lover of the water and a long-time reader of nautical fiction. I'm primarily an armor modeler, but I am going into wooden ships. I have ordered several kits which I plan to finish in this order to familiarize myself with the craft: Model Shipways 1/24 Grand Banks Dory Artesania Latina 1/24 Providence Whaleboat Artesania Latina 1/24 Jolly Boat from HMS Bounty Artesania Latina 1/85 Sultan Arab Dhow Artesania Latina 1/41 1819 Virginia Schooner Model Shipways 1/64 1803 Brig Syren I am also getting the following tools: Razor Saw Keel Vise Microshapers A and B from Artesania Latina Marking and Measuring Set (rulers, compass, squares) 3" Squares x2 5oz Upholsterer's Hammer Rigging tools and long-neck scissors I already have hobby knives, files, sandpaper, various wood and CA glues, various paints, etc, all the basic modeling tools and supplies. I'm really looking forward to getting started, everyone here seems very knowledgeable and supportive. My questions for more experienced modelers would be: Is this a good plan to start the hobby? Am I missing any necessary/helpful tools? What is some basic advice you can give me? Edited March 22, 2021 by Joseph F. ccoyle, druxey, Keith Black and 2 others 5 Quote Previous Builds: Lowell Grand Banks Dory, Providence Whaleboat, Virginia Schooner, Viking Longship, Bounty Launch, Gunboat Philadelphia, Swampscott Dory Current Builds: Vasa, Muscongus Bay Lobster Smack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted March 22, 2021 Share #2 Posted March 22, 2021 Welcome to MSW, Joseph. It would appear you have a good plan laid out for starting and progressing in the hobby. As for tools... go to the top of the page (the More button) and click on the database. There's articles on getting started, tools, etc. As for tools. I think you're off to a good start. Rule of thumb.... only buy tools when you need them. If you're not sure.. ask. Tools can be a hobby unto themselves... yes, I'm a toolholic and trying to stop. I do note that you don't have tweezers listed.... a good set is very worthwhile. Same for a hobby knife like an Xacto. As for advice... open a build log on each project as it's a great way to get help and advice. Use MSW to search for other logs of the same model and manufacturer as you'll get ideas and insight in to methods, pitfalls, etc. The most important bit of advice perhaps... have fun and enjoy the process. You may have issues and be pulling your hair out but we're here and can help, thus the build log and seeing what others have done. It can be a very relaxing and enjoyable journey. druxey, Rik Thistle, Keith Black and 1 other 4 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...
druxey Posted March 22, 2021 Share #3 Posted March 22, 2021 Like Mark said, Joseph. Welcome! JeffT, mtaylor and Keith Black 3 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Posted March 22, 2021 Share #4 Posted March 22, 2021 welcome your hardest part is not starting each kit without completing the previous one lol mtaylor, Keith Black and JeffT 3 Quote Its all part of Kev's journey, bit like going to the dark side, but with the lights on All the best Kevin SAY NO TO PIRACY. SUPPORT ORIGINAL IDEAS AND MANUFACTURERS. KEEP IT REAL! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ On the build table HMS Indefatigable 1794 by Kevin - Vanguard Models - 1:64 - Feb 2023 HMHS Britannic by Kevin SD 14 - Marcle Models - 1/70 - March 2022 - Bluebell - Flower Class - Revel - 1/72 U552 German U Boat - Trumpeter - 1/48 Amerigo Vespucci 1/84 - Panart- HMS Enterprise -CAF - 1/48 Finished St-Nectan-Mountfleet-models-steam-trawler-1/32 - Completed June 2020 HMS Victory - Caldercraft/Jotika - 1/72 - Finished Dorade renamed Dora by Kevin - Amati - 1/20 - Completed March 2021 Stage Coach 1848 - Artesania Latina - 1/10 -Finished Lady Eleanor by Kevin - FINISHED - Vanguard Models - 1/64 - Fifie fishing boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryland Craze Posted March 22, 2021 Share #5 Posted March 22, 2021 Hi Joseph and welcome to Model Ship World. It is nice to see another Virginian on this site. The Hampton Roads Ship Model Society is close to you. Check out their website by clicking on this link: HRSMS Website mtaylor, Keith Black and JeffT 3 Quote Ryland Member - Hampton Roads Ship Model Society - Ship Model Society of New Jersey - Nautical Research Guild Current Build - Armed Virginia Sloop, 18th Century Longboat Completed Build - Medway Longboat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted March 22, 2021 Share #6 Posted March 22, 2021 Hello Joseph, and a warm welcome to the forum from 'Down Under'. Mark has given you some good advice there. Keith Black, Ryland Craze and JeffT 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffT Posted March 22, 2021 Share #7 Posted March 22, 2021 Welcome to MSW. It looks like you have a well laid out plan. Keith Black, mtaylor and Ryland Craze 3 Quote Jeff In progress: Medway Longboat 1742 - Syren Ship Model Company -1/2" scale USS Constitution - Model Shipways - Scale 1:76 HMS Granado - CAF Model - 1:48 HMS Sphinx - Vanguard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azzoun Posted March 22, 2021 Share #8 Posted March 22, 2021 Yeah, i have some advice. Don't forget to have fun and don't be afraid to screw it up - all models get screwed up in one way or the other. Just accept and enjoy! Keith Black, Ryland Craze, mtaylor and 3 others 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nehemiah Posted March 22, 2021 Share #9 Posted March 22, 2021 I am newbie at this but I have found that I can never have enough clamps. I find clothespins and rubber bands to be especially useful. Keith Black, mtaylor and Rik Thistle 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Seiler Posted March 22, 2021 Share #10 Posted March 22, 2021 EAST Virginia? Did we get a new state when I wasn't looking? -Does "Hobby knives" include an Exacto? My #1 tool. (I have graduated to scalpel, but you get the point). -Dremel, my #2 tool -Clamps...you can never have too many. Check out the various build logs and buy the clamps as you need them. -Patience. -Alcohol-Isopropyl. As Azzoun said, all models get screwed up. Using alcohol to unglue the defective parts is invaluable. ...and DO unglue the defective parts. Trying to compensate for errors only make the errors worse. Don't ask me how I know this. -Dictionary of nautical swear words...for when you just spend 4 hours on a part only to drop it and not be able to find it. -Have fun. Ask question and don't be afraid to share your work. mtaylor, Ryland Craze, Keith Black and 1 other 4 Quote Chuck Seiler San Diego Ship Modelers Guild Nautical Research Guild Current Build:: Colonial Schooner SULTANA (scratch from Model Expo Plans), Hanseatic Cog Wutender Hund, John Smith Shallop Completed: Missouri Riverboat FAR WEST (1876) Scratch, 1776 Gunboat PHILADELPHIA (Scratch 1/4 scale-Model Shipways plans) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph F. Posted March 22, 2021 Author Share #11 Posted March 22, 2021 Thanks to all repliers, Mark especially. To answer questions about other tools I have, I have several hobby knives, several pliers and tweezers, lots of clamps, and a rotary tool. I hope to have something to show in a couple weeks! @Chuck Seiler We've been here since 1607 Chuck Seiler, Keith Black, mtaylor and 1 other 4 Quote Previous Builds: Lowell Grand Banks Dory, Providence Whaleboat, Virginia Schooner, Viking Longship, Bounty Launch, Gunboat Philadelphia, Swampscott Dory Current Builds: Vasa, Muscongus Bay Lobster Smack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Black Posted March 23, 2021 Share #12 Posted March 23, 2021 Joseph, welcome to MSW. Enjoy this new phase of modeling and please take advantage of looking through the build logs of others. You'll not only find inspiration but also answers to questions you have during your builds. mtaylor 1 Quote Current Builds: Wood Hull Screw Frigate USS Tennessee Decorative Carrack Warship Restoration, the Amelia Completed: Early Swift 1805 Model Restoration Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike from Aus Posted March 23, 2021 Share #13 Posted March 23, 2021 Welcome to this forum, it is certainly the place for great advice and meeting a great group of friends. Clamps, clamps of all kinds. Look forward to seeing your builds. Mike mtaylor and Keith Black 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Seiler Posted March 23, 2021 Share #14 Posted March 23, 2021 21 hours ago, Joseph F. said: @Chuck Seiler We've been here since 1607 I thought that was just plain old Virginia. I knew there was a WEST Virginia, but... 😁 Keith Black and mtaylor 2 Quote Chuck Seiler San Diego Ship Modelers Guild Nautical Research Guild Current Build:: Colonial Schooner SULTANA (scratch from Model Expo Plans), Hanseatic Cog Wutender Hund, John Smith Shallop Completed: Missouri Riverboat FAR WEST (1876) Scratch, 1776 Gunboat PHILADELPHIA (Scratch 1/4 scale-Model Shipways plans) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrandpaPhil Posted March 25, 2021 Share #15 Posted March 25, 2021 Welcome! Keith Black 1 Quote Building: 1:64 HMS Revenge (Victory Models plans) 1:64 Cat Esther (17th Century Dutch Merchant Ships) On the building slip: 1:72 French Ironclad Magenta (original shipyard plans) On hold: 1:98 Mantua HMS Victory (kit bash), 1:96 Shipyard HMS Mercury Favorite finished builds: 1:60 Sampang Good Fortune (Amati plans), 1:200 Orel Ironclad Solferino, 1:72 Schooner Hannah (Hahn plans), 1:72 Privateer Prince de Neufchatel (Chapelle plans), Model Shipways Sultana, Heller La Reale, Encore USS Olympia Goal: Become better than I was yesterday "The hardest part is deciding to try." - me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peanut6 Posted April 22, 2021 Share #16 Posted April 22, 2021 Joseph, a welcome from the Midwest. You've received good advice from some very skilled modelers. In addition to all the various clamps available I've found that in planking my Jolly Boat, push pins are a must. There are a few spots that I just can't get a clamp, of any kind, on nor can I find a way to get a rubber band to get the job done. I used a grinding disc on my Dremel to shorten the pins and reduce the diameter to my liking. I had to be very careful not to over heat the pin as it would melt the plastic. I did this because when using unmodified pins I split my transom The pins were just too big, this of course was just my case on my Jolly Boat. mtaylor and Keith Black 2 Quote Take care and be safe. kev Current Build: HMS Bounty's Jolly Boat - Artesania Latina On the shelf: Oseberg #518 - Billing Boats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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