Thermopylae 1868 by SonnyFL - Mantua - 1:124

[SonnyFL]

Hi everyone, this is my 2nd ship. I started this one about a month ago, I am very much a beginner and have been reading many of the posts on this site. I will post some photos of my progress.

I am at the point of starting the rigging. planking went very well compared to my 1st ship.

[SonnyFL]

Installed My deadeyes

I had to fabricate the rings for them . the supplied ones where way to short

I need to make them look prettier and more even. 

[SonnyFL]

I was hoping to start some rigging but I have a lot of reading to do. (first time ) so I am working on the gimbal joints between the lower yards and the parrels fitted to each lower mast. The two brass pieces are joined by penning a small 1mm brass pin inserted through them. It was easier than I expected.

[Bill Morrison]

Thermopylae has always been a favorite of mine.  You are doing a great job!  This model kit has interested me as it seems a good model with the old Scientific solid hull kit a reasonable second.  No other kit has ever come close in quality.  Again, great start!

 

Bill