mtaylor Posted December 12, 2016 Share #451 Posted December 12, 2016 Well done, Capt'n. Have pint or two to celebrate. Jack12477, src, John Allen and 3 others 6 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...
NenadM Posted December 12, 2016 Share #452 Posted December 12, 2016 Early morning, still sleepy, for now hust -Woow! Canute, mtaylor, mattsayers148 and 1 other 4 Quote In progress: CUTTY SARK - Tehnodidakta => scratch => Campbell plans http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/2501-cutty-sark-by-nenad-tehnodidakta-scratched-campbells-plans/page-1#entry64653 Content of log : http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/2501-cutty-sark-by-nenad-tehnodidakta-scratched-campbells-plans/page-62#entry217381 Past build: Stella, Heller kit, plastic, Santa Maria, Tehnodidakta kit, wood, Jolly Roger Heller kit, plastic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainSteve Posted December 12, 2016 Author Share #453 Posted December 12, 2016 (edited) Thanks, Guys. Earlier today, I splashed a bit of Isopropyl about the place and removed the collar-plank. Once the new footings were sanded down level with the rest, I found that the collar was putting too much stress on the uprights, pulling them out of alignment. I'll be needing to re-cut/re-groove that piece ... tomorrow. Edited December 12, 2016 by CaptainSteve WackoWolf, mattsayers148, FriedClams and 3 others 6 Quote CaptainSteve Current Build: HM Granado Bomb Vessel (Caldercraft) My BathTub: Queen Anne Barge (Syren Ship Models) Log: Queen Anne Barge (an build log) Bounty Launch (Model Shipways) Log: Bounty Launch by CaptainSteve Apostol Felipe (OcCre) HMS Victory (Constructo) Check It Out: The Kit-Basher's Guide to The Galaxy Website: The Life & Boats of CaptainSteve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
src Posted December 13, 2016 Share #454 Posted December 13, 2016 Ahoy Capt!! And a fine job you have done there. You have even managed to use one of Gods greater gifts....the Lego! Next you'll be a-plankin' with Lincolns own Logs. I see by your last couple of pictures you even found the time to master your cameras White Balance settings. As Mark said, have a pint, or two. Sam mtaylor, Canute, mattsayers148 and 1 other 4 Quote Current Build Constructo Enterprise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattsayers148 Posted December 19, 2016 Share #455 Posted December 19, 2016 Looking awesome as usual CaptainSteve! CaptainSteve, Canute and mtaylor 3 Quote Matt - aka The Squirrel Whisperer Current builds - Benjamin W. Latham by Matt Competed builds - USS Ranger by Matt HMS Bounty Launch by Matt 18th Century 10" Sea Mortar by Matt 18th Century Naval Smoothbore by Matt Future builds - Willie L. Bennett Chesapeake Bay skipjack (MS) Half Moon (Corel) Emma C Berry Lobster Smack (MS)US Brigantine Eagle (Corel) New Bedford Whaleboat (MS) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SawdustDave Posted March 28, 2017 Share #456 Posted March 28, 2017 Nice work CapSteve. Always fun to read your postings. Dave mtaylor, Canute and CaptainSteve 3 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...
CaptainSteve Posted March 29, 2017 Author Share #457 Posted March 29, 2017 Thanks, Dave. I see you have overtaken me with your own Constitution build. I'm enjoying following that very much. Unfortunately, I haven't made much progress lately, as I am struggling to make the transom line up with the hull properly. I'll post an update soon to show what I mean. It well could be that the problem lies with my limited skills ... or it could be, as I am currently suspecting, that the problem is with the kit itself. O'course, it cannot be ruled out that stubbornness is a part of the problem, as I still intend to light up the Captain's quarters and go for an 1812-style of stern. Thanks for dropping by everyone. I'll get back to building soon ... Jack12477, Canute, mtaylor and 3 others 6 Quote CaptainSteve Current Build: HM Granado Bomb Vessel (Caldercraft) My BathTub: Queen Anne Barge (Syren Ship Models) Log: Queen Anne Barge (an build log) Bounty Launch (Model Shipways) Log: Bounty Launch by CaptainSteve Apostol Felipe (OcCre) HMS Victory (Constructo) Check It Out: The Kit-Basher's Guide to The Galaxy Website: The Life & Boats of CaptainSteve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt Jack Sparrow Posted December 11, 2017 Share #458 Posted December 11, 2017 Looking good CaptainSteve, hopefully I'll get to start mine after the new year, looking forward to it. I'll be following your build as well. CaptainSteve, mtaylor and Canute 3 Quote Art Current build: "The Black Pearl" in 1:50. On the shelf: USS Constitution by Model Shipways (MS2040) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainSteve Posted September 3, 2018 Author Share #459 Posted September 3, 2018 Arrrr …. 'Tis with a heavy heart that CaptainSteve wishes to announce that he has abandoned this project. Our Hero explains … "Whilst I may one day purchase another USS Constitution kit to build, I am currently looking for another model." Jack12477, Cathead, mtaylor and 1 other 4 Quote CaptainSteve Current Build: HM Granado Bomb Vessel (Caldercraft) My BathTub: Queen Anne Barge (Syren Ship Models) Log: Queen Anne Barge (an build log) Bounty Launch (Model Shipways) Log: Bounty Launch by CaptainSteve Apostol Felipe (OcCre) HMS Victory (Constructo) Check It Out: The Kit-Basher's Guide to The Galaxy Website: The Life & Boats of CaptainSteve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cathead Posted September 3, 2018 Share #460 Posted September 3, 2018 I had been missing you and wondering. I'm sorry to hear that, but it takes courage and good sense sometimes to know when something isn't working. I look forward to hearing about your next project. Canute, mtaylor, CaptainSteve and 1 other 4 Quote Eric Current builds: scratchbuilt Missouri River steamboat Peerless (1893); 1:1 scale timber-framed outdoor kitchen Nautical builds (kits): USS Cairo; NRG capstan project; NRG half-hull; Viking longship; US revenue cutter; 18th century longboat; Bounty launch Missouri River craft (scratchbuilt): 1853 Missouri River steamboat Arabia; 1865 steamboat Bertrand; Lewis & Clark barge; keelboat; 1876 steamboat Far West Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSGerson Posted September 3, 2018 Share #461 Posted September 3, 2018 Well, that sucks. I was looking forward to more posts. I assume it was the transom that took its toll on you...plus the lights...plus the 1812 modifications...plus... plus... plus... Sorry to see it end this way. I look forward to your next endeavor. Jon CaptainSteve, mtaylor and Canute 3 Quote Current Build: Model Shipways USS Frigate Constitution Past Builds: Bob Hunt's kitbash of the Mamoli Rattlesnake Model Shipways Typical Ship’s Boat for the Rattlesnake Mini-Mamoli solid hull British Schooner Evergreen Model Airways Albatros D.Va - 1917, The Red Baron's Forgotten Fighter Member: Nautical Research Guild Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alde Posted September 3, 2018 Share #462 Posted September 3, 2018 I' sorry to hear your throwing in the towel on the Connie. At least you'll come away from it with more knowledge for the next project. mtaylor, CaptainSteve, Canute and 1 other 4 Quote The heart is happiest when the head and the hands work together. Al Current Builds: HMS Halifax 1/48 POF Lumberyard Kit Model Shipways Glad Tidings Acoustic Guitar Build FINISHED Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainSteve Posted September 4, 2018 Author Share #463 Posted September 4, 2018 11 hours ago, JSGerson said: Well, that sucks. I was looking forward to more posts. I assume it was the transom that took its toll on you...plus the lights...plus the 1812 modifications...plus... plus... plus... Sorry to see it end this way. I look forward to your next endeavor. Jon That's exactly what the problem was, Jon. I think my plans were a few steps ahead of my capabilities. I did (eventually) get the windows done, but then decided that the counter block needed to be re-done. I have been checking out available models for my next build. I started with two on the list, but after looking thru the build-logs, that has now ballooned to approximately 15 possibilities. More whittling down required. Canute, keelhauled, Cathead and 1 other 4 Quote CaptainSteve Current Build: HM Granado Bomb Vessel (Caldercraft) My BathTub: Queen Anne Barge (Syren Ship Models) Log: Queen Anne Barge (an build log) Bounty Launch (Model Shipways) Log: Bounty Launch by CaptainSteve Apostol Felipe (OcCre) HMS Victory (Constructo) Check It Out: The Kit-Basher's Guide to The Galaxy Website: The Life & Boats of CaptainSteve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnharv2 Posted September 4, 2018 Share #464 Posted September 4, 2018 (edited) CaptainSteve, I'm sorry to hear that you won't be finishing your Constitution. Your build log was always a joy to visit, and hope you find a suitably fun project soon. I'm still hammering away on my Connie, after 11 years. Slow progress, but steady. Take care my friend, Capnharv Edited September 4, 2018 by capnharv2 CaptainSteve, mtaylor and Canute 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alde Posted September 4, 2018 Share #465 Posted September 4, 2018 (edited) Well Steve, whatever you decide to build I'll be looking forward to the log. Edited September 4, 2018 by alde mtaylor, CaptainSteve and Canute 3 Quote The heart is happiest when the head and the hands work together. Al Current Builds: HMS Halifax 1/48 POF Lumberyard Kit Model Shipways Glad Tidings Acoustic Guitar Build FINISHED Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainSteve Posted September 4, 2018 Author Share #466 Posted September 4, 2018 Alde (and others). I'll add a link here just as soon as I'm ready to start a new build-log. alde, Altduck, mtaylor and 2 others 5 Quote CaptainSteve Current Build: HM Granado Bomb Vessel (Caldercraft) My BathTub: Queen Anne Barge (Syren Ship Models) Log: Queen Anne Barge (an build log) Bounty Launch (Model Shipways) Log: Bounty Launch by CaptainSteve Apostol Felipe (OcCre) HMS Victory (Constructo) Check It Out: The Kit-Basher's Guide to The Galaxy Website: The Life & Boats of CaptainSteve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Matson Posted September 4, 2018 Share #467 Posted September 4, 2018 Sorry to hear of decision to move on to a new build. I have enjoyed watching your progress and will surely follow your next build. I know how you feel, I too have had my hang ups with the Conny build. Life seems to throw many challenges at us all at one time. This summer has been really busy for me with all my other projects, I am looking to forward to winter when I can move inside and work on my Conny. Just remember all you learned building your Conny and apply it to which ship comes next. CaptainSteve, Der Alte Rentner, mtaylor and 1 other 4 Quote Geoff NRG member #2666Current build : USS Constitution Finished builds: Armed Virginia Sloop (in gallery) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alde Posted September 5, 2018 Share #468 Posted September 5, 2018 18 hours ago, CaptainSteve said: Alde (and others). I'll add a link here just as soon as I'm ready to start a new build-log. I'm looking forward to it Steve. You add a lot of value to the form with your skill and humor. And besides you've become what I consider to be a friend. CaptainSteve, Jack12477, mtaylor and 1 other 4 Quote The heart is happiest when the head and the hands work together. Al Current Builds: HMS Halifax 1/48 POF Lumberyard Kit Model Shipways Glad Tidings Acoustic Guitar Build FINISHED Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainSteve Posted September 5, 2018 Author Share #469 Posted September 5, 2018 Awww ... Thanks Geoff & Al 😎 mtaylor and Canute 2 Quote CaptainSteve Current Build: HM Granado Bomb Vessel (Caldercraft) My BathTub: Queen Anne Barge (Syren Ship Models) Log: Queen Anne Barge (an build log) Bounty Launch (Model Shipways) Log: Bounty Launch by CaptainSteve Apostol Felipe (OcCre) HMS Victory (Constructo) Check It Out: The Kit-Basher's Guide to The Galaxy Website: The Life & Boats of CaptainSteve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted September 5, 2018 Share #470 Posted September 5, 2018 Steve, I think you did the right thing. Been there, done that as have others. Now to sit back patiently and wait for you to figure out what's next. capnharv2, CaptainSteve and Canute 3 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...
usedtosail Posted September 6, 2018 Share #471 Posted September 6, 2018 Sorry to hear that Steve. Do what makes you happy though. CaptainSteve, Canute and mtaylor 3 Quote - Tom - Current Build: Vanguard Speedy Completed: Vanguard Duchess of Kingston, Stove Project, Ships Wheel Project, NRG Capstan Project, Billings Half Moon, Dumas Chris Craft 1938 27' Triple Cockpit Barrel Back, Panart Santa Lucia , Model Shipways Constitution , MS Bounty Launch , HMS Beagle Member: Nautical Research Guild Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xken Posted September 6, 2018 Share #472 Posted September 6, 2018 Captain Steve, l have enjoyed following along your journey and unfortunately your being done in by a curvaceous rear end. Cocoon the project so that at some point in the future you can come back to it. Have a “Dark and Stormy” or two on me as you contemplate your next project. Canute, mtaylor and CaptainSteve 3 Quote Ken Current build: Maersk Detroit" Future builds: Mamoli HMS Victory 1:90 Completed builds: US Brig Niagara, Dirty Dozen, USS Constitution, 18th Century Armed Longboat https://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/11935-uss-constitution-by-xken-model-shipways-scale-1768/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt Jack Sparrow Posted September 6, 2018 Share #473 Posted September 6, 2018 Hate to hear that Steve, I enjoyed watching your progress. Sometimes you just gotta do it though... Canute, mtaylor and CaptainSteve 3 Quote Art Current build: "The Black Pearl" in 1:50. On the shelf: USS Constitution by Model Shipways (MS2040) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmart Posted October 17, 2018 Share #474 Posted October 17, 2018 Cpt Steve. I'm bummed youre scuttling your Connie. Enjoyed your log todate. Will be watching and pull up a chair for your next build log. Curious to see what ship you choose next. Kmart CaptainSteve and Canute 2 Quote Current Build: USS Constitution ( Model Expo) Past Builds: HMS Victory Bow Section British Armed Launch Friesland (Dutch 74 - 1663) Roger B. Taney (US Revenue Cutter ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainSteve Posted October 17, 2018 Author Share #475 Posted October 17, 2018 12 hours ago, kmart said: Curious to see what ship you choose next. Kmart I be a-wishin' to say that a choice hath been made, and a kit hath been selected and purchased. Certain MSW members may be aware o' which kit that may be-eth, but those members be sworn to secrecy. Fer now at least, it shall remain unopened ... and unannounced. Some time back, I didst purchase a Chuck kit (Syren's Queen Anne Barge) wi' the intention that my Father 'twouldst build-eth it. However, that kit be now back in my possession ... and currently occupies my build table where Connie didst recently lie. mtaylor, Canute and Jack12477 3 Quote CaptainSteve Current Build: HM Granado Bomb Vessel (Caldercraft) My BathTub: Queen Anne Barge (Syren Ship Models) Log: Queen Anne Barge (an build log) Bounty Launch (Model Shipways) Log: Bounty Launch by CaptainSteve Apostol Felipe (OcCre) HMS Victory (Constructo) Check It Out: The Kit-Basher's Guide to The Galaxy Website: The Life & Boats of CaptainSteve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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