Dave_E Posted March 29, 2022 Share #31 Posted March 29, 2022 Guess I’m going to be the only here yet to say “ONE”! 😁 Not to say that after I’m done cutting my teeth on the Lady Nelson I might work on more than 1 build. But right now, every step of my 1st build is a new adventure. 👍 DonSangria, Canute, mtaylor and 1 other 4 Quote Dave Current builds: Rattlesnake Completed builds: Lady Nelson On the shelf: NRG Half Hull Project, Various metal, plastic and paper models Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glen McGuire Posted March 29, 2022 Share #32 Posted March 29, 2022 39 minutes ago, Dave_E said: Guess I’m going to be the only here yet to say “ONE”! 😁 Nope! I'm right there with you, Dave. One at a time. I have several requests/suggested ideas for SIBs piling up but I won't start on a new one till I finish the one I'm working on. Canute, Ryland Craze, Dave_E and 1 other 4 Quote Current build: Ghost Ship Jenny - SIB Gallery: Mamoli CSS Alabama; Amati Hannah-SIB; Charles W Morgan-SIB; Aurora-SIB; Independence-SIB; Zheng He Treasure Fleet-SIB; Adventure Galley-SIB; Oseberg/Kraken-SIB; Roman Quinquereme/Archimedes' Claw-SIB, Wa'a Kualua-SIB Completed build logs: Alabama; Hannah; Morgan; Aurora; Independence; Zheng He Treasure Fleet; Captain Kidd's Adventure Galley; Oseberg/Kraken; Roman Quinquereme/Archimedes' Claw, Wa'a Kualua Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rshousha Posted March 29, 2022 Share #33 Posted March 29, 2022 On 1/12/2022 at 11:45 AM, ccoyle said: Once motivation is lost, it's very difficult to get it back -- at least for me. Interesting note there. As a retailer of kits, I see this on a regular basis. Another way to ask this question would be, "why are you building models?" Canute and mtaylor 2 Quote Rick Shousha Montreal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James H Posted March 29, 2022 Share #34 Posted March 29, 2022 On 1/18/2022 at 10:12 PM, allanyed said: For the cost of those kits one could have purchased a shop of top quality machines and materials and build models that would be far and away better than any kit, PLUS, there would be hundreds of choices of vessels that few, if any, have ever built before. Please remember that not everyone has the time, inclination or workshop space to produce the parts needed to scratch build. I know I don't. That's why I'm happy to work on quality kits. I sometimes feel that there are folks on MSW that look down both on kits, and those that build them. lmagna, Jack-in-the-Blue, Knocklouder and 15 others 17 1 Quote SAY NO TO PIRACY. SUPPORT ORIGINAL IDEAS AND MANUFACTURERS. KEEP IT REAL! On the bench: HMS Indefatigable - 1794 (production prototype), Vanguard Models - 1:64. On Hold: HMS Winchelsea Double Capstan - Syren Ship Models - 1:48 Finished US Baltimore Armed Privateer Schooner Grecian 1812 (prototype) - Vanguard Models - 1:64 'Zulu' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 Fifie' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Flirt 1782, Vanguard Models - 1:64. Duchess of Kingston c.1780 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Sphinx 1775, Vanguard Models - 1:64 ERYCINA - Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler 1882, Vanguard Models - 1:64. 'Nisha' - The Brixham 'Mumble-Bee' - Vanguard Models 1:64 'Saucy Jack' fishing boat - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Ranger 'Barking Fish Carrier' - 1864 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Indeterminate: Tender Avos - Master Korabel - 1:72. H.M.S. Victory (production prototype) - Amati - 1:64. HMS Granado 1742 (cross section) - CAFModel - 1:48 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubjs Posted April 7, 2022 Share #35 Posted April 7, 2022 Thank you for this RockinBudgie, its good to know your not alone. My answer to the question is too many and no one finished. But I still have a dream and build something nearly every day, so maybe some day ......... mtaylor, Canute and Dave_E 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubjs Posted April 7, 2022 Share #36 Posted April 7, 2022 (edited) ¨Interesting note there. As a retailer of kits, I see this on a regular basis. Another way to ask this question would be, "why are you building models?" Another view of this, is it really that important that you finish the model? If you have fun and enjoy building why bother if its not finished, but that was maybe what you wrote. I dont have a problem taking up a build that I have left, if I get the inspiration. My ¨problem¨ is that after a while I feel bored and continue with some other building project, a boat or modelrailroading. I dont know if its me or the persons around me that have a problem with me not finishing models, something to think about as well. Edited April 7, 2022 by ubjs Missed quoting mtaylor, puckotred, Canute and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James H Posted April 7, 2022 Share #37 Posted April 7, 2022 I have a delayed HMS Victory prototype by Amati, and I'm currently building Vanguard Models' Ranger fisher. Ranger will be done soon, then it's onto Indefatigable. There is a Mary Rose lurking in the background, and Panart's 'Posto di combattimento', but those are ancient projects now, so don't really count until I ever decide to resurrect them. MK's AVOS is also there, and that will be done as soon as time permits. AJohnson, Canute, BobG and 1 other 4 Quote SAY NO TO PIRACY. SUPPORT ORIGINAL IDEAS AND MANUFACTURERS. KEEP IT REAL! On the bench: HMS Indefatigable - 1794 (production prototype), Vanguard Models - 1:64. On Hold: HMS Winchelsea Double Capstan - Syren Ship Models - 1:48 Finished US Baltimore Armed Privateer Schooner Grecian 1812 (prototype) - Vanguard Models - 1:64 'Zulu' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 Fifie' fishing boat, Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Flirt 1782, Vanguard Models - 1:64. Duchess of Kingston c.1780 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 HMS Sphinx 1775, Vanguard Models - 1:64 ERYCINA - Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler 1882, Vanguard Models - 1:64. 'Nisha' - The Brixham 'Mumble-Bee' - Vanguard Models 1:64 'Saucy Jack' fishing boat - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Ranger 'Barking Fish Carrier' - 1864 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Indeterminate: Tender Avos - Master Korabel - 1:72. H.M.S. Victory (production prototype) - Amati - 1:64. HMS Granado 1742 (cross section) - CAFModel - 1:48 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptnBirdseye Posted April 7, 2022 Author Share #38 Posted April 7, 2022 1 hour ago, ubjs said: ¨Interesting note there. As a retailer of kits, I see this on a regular basis. Another way to ask this question would be, "why are you building models?" Another view of this, is it really that important that you finish the model? If you have fun and enjoy building why bother if its not finished, but that was maybe what you wrote. I dont have a problem taking up a build that I have left, if I get the inspiration. My ¨problem¨ is that after a while I feel bored and continue with some other building project, a boat or modelrailroading. I dont know if its me or the persons around me that have a problem with me not finishing models, something to think about as well. I have to admit, the pleasure, for me, is in the building. However as different things pique my interest at different times, i can tend to stop and start a kit - but for me that's what keeps it fresh and interesting. Just my take.... 18 minutes ago, James H said: I have a delayed HMS Victory prototype by Amati, and I'm currently building Vanguard Models' Ranger fisher. Ranger will be done soon, then it's onto Indefatigable. There is a Mary Rose lurking in the background, and Panart's 'Posto di combattimento', but those are ancient projects now, so don't really count until I ever decide to resurrect them. MK's AVOS is also there, and that will be done as soon as time permits. That's a good job with the Amati Victory, as i REALLY want that but will need to make some room first 😱 lol rudybob, mtaylor, Canute and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave_E Posted April 7, 2022 Share #39 Posted April 7, 2022 3 hours ago, James H said: Ranger will be done soon, then it's onto Indefatigable. I bet I speak for many when I say I’m REALLY looking forward to seeing the Indefatigable come to life! I predict that will be a best seller. 👍😀 mtaylor and Canute 2 Quote Dave Current builds: Rattlesnake Completed builds: Lady Nelson On the shelf: NRG Half Hull Project, Various metal, plastic and paper models Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popeye the sailor Posted April 7, 2022 Share #40 Posted April 7, 2022 I had to look back to the beginning.........could have sworn I posted on a subject like this a while ago I am soooooo guilty........I should be locked away and the key thrown away!!! just an off the cuff guess........I think I have as many as 20 kits in various stages of assembly. I really should do a roster of them....perhaps I will and post it later. I could try and come up for an excuse for it, but it all boils down to whatever is interesting, or if it has ever been attempted. kits or scratch build.......makes no difference to me......it all in the eye of the beholder. a big one for me is looking into the history of kits....it's amazing what you will find. modeling needs thought.......about your subject and what you've read about it.......molding it into flesh. tangible to the touch, and visual to the eye. the question is........do I act on what I've read? I put a lot of information on the back burner......my wish list for future modeling........some don't stay hidden for long though. I have to let some of the monsters out. for some, it is good. when faced with a problem on one project, switching to another is a good way to stay busy, while thinking of the solution. I'm not one to just sit there and ponder. for others, it may not be......and that's good too. it's not a race and folks like to savor their experiences. it's all in what you expect from the hobby.......whatever rabbit hole you want to go down, you've found the right place mtaylor, BobG, Knocklouder and 6 others 9 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...
reklein Posted April 7, 2022 Share #41 Posted April 7, 2022 I incentivised myself into finishing my Missouri battleship by comitting to display it in the local library in August. Hopefully life won't get in the way of that goal. mtaylor, Ryland Craze, BobG and 3 others 6 Quote Bill, in Idaho Completed Mamoli Halifax and Billings Viking ship in 2015 Next Model Shipways Syren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercator Posted April 7, 2022 Share #42 Posted April 7, 2022 Well, just finished a Vanguard Fifie, a Teutonic Knight on horseback and working on a WWI German tank with full interior. Also finished a display case for the Fifie. My plans are to complete the WWI tank in a diorama (will include water!) or should I say a vignette. Next will be the Vanguard Nisha and a display case then a 90 mm Ramses II with his chariot and 2 horses. Like to jump from wood to styrene then metal. Those Vanguard fishing boats are great for a beginner like myself, the Nisha has a couple runs of ratlines, just enough for practice without going crazy. reklein, mtaylor, Dave_E and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cgguerrero Posted April 20, 2022 Share #43 Posted April 20, 2022 On 18/1/2022 at 14:21, Papa said: Solo tengo 3 disponibles en este momento. Charles W Morgan, Gjoa (Model Shipways barco de casco sólido de Amundson), y los Estados Unidos, (papel). Últimamente solo he estado trabajando en el Morgan. I have the Charles W. Morgan 1:50 but the instructions and plans have deteriorated due to a humidity problem. If anyone has them I would appreciate it if you could send them to me. Thank you. mtaylor and Canute 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louie da fly Posted April 20, 2022 Share #44 Posted April 20, 2022 Having finished my Winchelsea nef, I'm back to a single model - restoring/repairing the Great Harry I built when I was 17, over 50 years ago. I've committed myself to finish that before I start on my next model, though I have spent much of the time working on two models at the same time, moving from one to the other as I lose interest/get overwhelmed/hit problems. On 3/30/2022 at 7:57 AM, James H said: Please remember that not everyone has the time, inclination or workshop space to produce the parts needed to scratch build. Honestly, there's not all that much sophisticated equipment needed for a scratch build. I've finished two scratch built models (and working on a third) with a very basic set of tools. It would be nice to have a bench saw and a scroll saw, and I do plan to get them in due course, but I can survive without them for the time being (though I have had to get someone else to saw wood into sheets for me). Steven BobG, GrandpaPhil, mtaylor and 2 others 5 Quote It's not really a ship model unless you've bled on it. CURRENT BUILDS Venetian merchant Ship from Basilica of San Marco Golden City - Ballarat paddlewheeler FINISHED Australian couta boat RMS Titanic HMVS Cerberus 11th century Byzantine dromon Winchelsea Nef - Late 13th century Mediaeval ship Henry Grace a Dieu - Rebuild of 1:200 model I started in 1967 https://modelshipworld.com/topic/36379-mistydeefer-by-louie-da-fly-finished-restoration-decor-yacht/#comment-1040663 Mistydeefer - restoration of decor model yacht Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azzoun Posted April 20, 2022 Share #45 Posted April 20, 2022 On 3/29/2022 at 4:57 PM, James H said: Please remember that not everyone has the time, inclination or workshop space to produce the parts needed to scratch build. I know I don't. That's why I'm happy to work on quality kits. I sometimes feel that there are folks on MSW that look down both on kits, and those that build them. I can relate to this, the only time I've considered scratch building is to build a subject that doesn't have a decent kit. I find there's enough scratch building that occurs in building a kit to satisfy that need. Joshua Ryland Craze, leclaire, mtaylor and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knocklouder Posted July 2, 2022 Share #46 Posted July 2, 2022 For myself just finished the Santa Maria , a kit, waiting for the new one to arrive 😀 soon I hope going though withdrawal lol But I am sure for me it's going to be " One ship at a time " lol Jack-in-the-Blue, mtaylor, Canute and 1 other 4 Quote Start so you can Finish !! Finished: The Santa Maria -Amati 1:65, La Pinta- Amati 1:65, La Nina -Amati 1:65 , Hannah Ship in Bottle-Amati 1:300 : The Sea of Galilee Boat-Scott Miller-1:20 Current Build: The Mayflower: Amati On Hold: HMS Pegasus: Amati Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave_E Posted July 21, 2022 Share #47 Posted July 21, 2022 On 3/29/2022 at 9:32 AM, Dave_E said: Guess I’m going to be the only here yet to say “ONE”! 😁 Not to say that after I’m done cutting my teeth on the Lady Nelson I might work on more than 1 build. But right now, every step of my 1st build is a new adventure. 👍 Well that lasted a few months. 😆 Since I so boldly stated above, I am working on a wooden ship, a card model airplane, just got done building a plastic model plane with my grandson and am researching scratch building a wooden ship. I guess the old “never say never” might apply. 😆 Canute, mtaylor and Ryland Craze 3 Quote Dave Current builds: Rattlesnake Completed builds: Lady Nelson On the shelf: NRG Half Hull Project, Various metal, plastic and paper models Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
javajohn Posted July 22, 2022 Share #48 Posted July 22, 2022 It's one ship at a time for me too. I have other hobbies that I turn to when I'm tired of modeling, so I tend not to work on multiple phases of a build at the same time. Canute and mtaylor 2 Quote John Current Build: Rattlesnake (Model Shipways 1:64) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the learner Posted January 26, 2023 Share #49 Posted January 26, 2023 (edited) Well I have 8 models sitting in drydock in various stages of completion, half are kits and others are scratch and two are waiting on the decision to mast and rig or not! To me it doesn't matter if your a scratch builder or a kit builder as it takes a certain amount of time and effort to build both and have well represented models, so you all keep up the good work! And remember it does not have to be perfect and correct, it just needs to satisfy you the builder. Edited January 26, 2023 by the learner Ryland Craze, mtaylor, Matt D and 3 others 6 Quote Cheers, GuyThe LearnerCurrent Member NRG,SMA Current Build: HMS Triton 1:48 on line Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted January 27, 2023 Share #50 Posted January 27, 2023 Ah resistance was indeed futile. Plans in the shop for a second scratch build and a kit will be on the way as soon as the weather clears in another part of the country. I'm not complaining. Isn't there a rule about having the most models wins at some point? I know I won't win, but that's ok. LOL. I just need to screw my head on right and get busy. Landlubber Mike, Canute and Ryland Craze 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...
Knocklouder Posted January 27, 2023 Share #51 Posted January 27, 2023 I remember when I joined 20 months ago I was so over whelmed with all the amazing logs and thought never going to happen. One ship at a time lol now that I have finished one I have three on the go One just about finished , one half way, one waiting for parts. And too make matters worse I am thinking of the Pegasus all the time lol. This is the funniest, finest hobby I every had . My head spins with all the ideas I find here. mtaylor, Ryland Craze, Matt D and 2 others 5 Quote Start so you can Finish !! Finished: The Santa Maria -Amati 1:65, La Pinta- Amati 1:65, La Nina -Amati 1:65 , Hannah Ship in Bottle-Amati 1:300 : The Sea of Galilee Boat-Scott Miller-1:20 Current Build: The Mayflower: Amati On Hold: HMS Pegasus: Amati Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uss frolick Posted January 27, 2023 Share #52 Posted January 27, 2023 None. But I'm about to order VM's HMS Indefatigable. Sir Edward Pellew lives again ... Canute, mtaylor and Ryland Craze 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modeller_masa Posted January 27, 2023 Share #53 Posted January 27, 2023 Countless. It is faster to count ongoing kits. 😭 (Pending) Middle age long house - Stone block - 2 years old Occre HMS Terror - 1 Year old Zvezda Kruzenshtern - Plastic kit - 1 year old Zvezda Atomic powered icebreaker Arktika Project 22220 - Plastic kit - 1 year old Academy Arleigh Burke - Plastic kit - 1 year old Academy LCS-2 Independence - Plastic kit - 1 year old Marisstella Liburnian Monoreme - 6 months old (Ongoing) Mantua Sergal HMS Bounty (On pins and needles 😭) Landlubber Mike, Ryland Craze, Canute and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Landlubber Mike Posted January 27, 2023 Share #54 Posted January 27, 2023 16 hours ago, Knocklouder said: And too make matters worse I am thinking of the Pegasus all the time lol. Go for it! The Pegasus is an absolutely fantastic kit! Speaking of which, I need to get back to mine! Knocklouder, Ryland Craze, mtaylor and 1 other 4 Quote Mike Current Wooden builds: Amati/Victory Pegasus MS Charles W. Morgan Euromodel La Renommèe Plastic builds: SB2U-1 Vindicator 1/48 Five Star Yaeyama 1/700 Pit Road Asashio and Akashi 1/700 diorama Walrus 1/48 and Albatross 1/700 Special Hobby Buffalo 1/32 Eduard Sikorsky JRS-1 1/72 IJN Notoro 1/700 Akitsu Maru 1/700 Completed builds : Caldercraft Brig Badger Amati Hannah - Ship in Bottle Pit Road Hatsuzakura 1/700 Hasegawa Shimakaze 1:350 F4B-4 and P-6E 1/72 Accurate Miniatures F3F-1/F3F-2 1/48 Tamiya F4F-4 Wildcat built as FM-1 1/48 Special Hobby Buffalo 1/48 Citroen 2CV 1/24 - Airfix and Tamiya Entex Morgan 3-wheeler 1/16 Terminated build: HMS Lyme (based on Corel Unicorn) On the shelf: Euromodel Friedrich Wilhelm zu Pferde; Caldercraft Victory; too many plastic ship, plane and car kits Future potential scratch builds: HMS Lyme (from NMM plans); Le Gros Ventre (from Ancre monographs), Dutch ship from Ab Hoving book, HMS Sussex from McCardle book, Philadelphia gunboat (Smithsonian plans) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knocklouder Posted January 27, 2023 Share #55 Posted January 27, 2023 1 hour ago, Landlubber Mike said: Go for it! The Pegasus is an absolutely fantastic kit! Speaking of which, I need to get back to mine! Ohh , only if I could . I am so anxious to get back to the Mayflower. Then I want to build the Nina, follow by Viking Long Boat, or the Sea of Galalie boat. Then I should be ready for the Pegasus lol. And after that I get to buy any model I want LOL mtaylor, Canute, Landlubber Mike and 1 other 4 Quote Start so you can Finish !! Finished: The Santa Maria -Amati 1:65, La Pinta- Amati 1:65, La Nina -Amati 1:65 , Hannah Ship in Bottle-Amati 1:300 : The Sea of Galilee Boat-Scott Miller-1:20 Current Build: The Mayflower: Amati On Hold: HMS Pegasus: Amati Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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