Prowler901 Posted April 13, 2022 Share #1 Posted April 13, 2022 Howdy folks! Wanted to introduce myself. I'm Todd. I live in Gunnison, CO. I'm a longtime modeler. I grew up building plastic models and HO train layouts with my Dad. I like to operate RC craft of all types. I'm a hobby machinist and am currently working on a live steam locomotive project. Served 8 years in the US Navy in both aircraft and submarines. And, now I'm a project manager at a glass company. I'm glad I've found this forum. I've been amazed over the last few weeks at the skills and dedication of the folks here and the models that have been built. My own project is the AL Bluenose II. Believe it or not, but I bought the kit in August of 1993 while I was stationed in Groton, CT. I took many trips to the Mystic Seaport and caught the ship modeling bug there. They have the most incredible museum there. I started the kit soon after I bought it. Completed the first hull planking, and half of the second. Then as it often does life had me focus on other priorities. And, it wasn't until summer of 2018 that I could again turn my focus on modeling. Since then I've finished the assembly of the wood parts and the standing rigging. I'm currently finishing sewing the last four sails. And, I'm looking forward to putting on the running rigging and sails. I hope to have it done before the model's 29th birthday. 🤪 I'm also currently designing and building the display case that she'll rest in. Following that I have the AL "King of the Mississippi" and "Virginia 1819" waiting in the wings. Looking forward to learning more from the Masters here. Todd Keith Black, mtaylor, Dave_E and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPDDET Posted April 13, 2022 Share #2 Posted April 13, 2022 Welcome, Todd! Always nice to meet another modeler. mtaylor, Keith Black and Dave_E 3 Quote Current build: NRG Half Hull Previous build: MS Bluenose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave_E Posted April 13, 2022 Share #3 Posted April 13, 2022 Welcome Aboard Shipmate! This is the place to lean and hone all your hobby skills concerning wooden ships. Several lifetimes of model building experience to help you… just ask. You can even start a build log for say… an EA-6B. 👍😀 king derelict, mtaylor and Keith Black 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...
Oldsalt1950 Posted April 13, 2022 Share #4 Posted April 13, 2022 Welcome aboard Todd. You'll fit right in with the rest of us. Jim mtaylor, Keith Black and Dave_E 3 Quote Current Build: Fair American - Model Shipways Awaiting Parts - Rattlesnake On the Shelf - English Pinnace 18Th Century Longboat I stand firmly against piracy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louie da fly Posted April 13, 2022 Share #5 Posted April 13, 2022 Hi Todd, and welcome to MSW. I'd recommend you start a build log for your model. It's a great opportunity for help and advice from the friendly and helpful members here. And also do a search (top right of this page) for your model, to see what other people who've built the same model did and how they overcame the problems you may come across in your own build. Steven mtaylor, Dave_E and Keith Black 3 Quote It's not really a ship model unless you've bled on it. CURRENT BUILDS Golden City - Ballarat paddlewheeler La Lomellina - Theoretical Reconstruction of a Genoese carrack sunk in 1516 FINISHED Venetian merchant Ship from Basilica of San Marco 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 Mistydeefer - restoration of decor model yacht Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glen McGuire Posted April 13, 2022 Share #6 Posted April 13, 2022 Glad to have you on board, Todd! You're gonna enjoy the ride! Dave_E, Keith Black and mtaylor 3 Quote Current builds: BlueJacket Constitution Repair & Build Flying Dutchman/Black Pearl Pirates of the Caribbean 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; Ghost Ship Jenny-SIB; Banshee II-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, Ghost Ship Jenny; Banshee II Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Black Posted April 13, 2022 Share #7 Posted April 13, 2022 Todd, welcome to MSW. I look forward to seeing your Bluenose II in a build log. mtaylor and Dave_E 2 Quote Current Builds: 1870's Sternwheeler, Lula Wood Hull Screw Frigate USS Tennessee Decorative Carrack Warship Restoration, the Amelia Completed: 1880s Floating Steam Donkey Pile Driver Early Swift 1805 Model Restoration Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonbug Posted April 13, 2022 Share #8 Posted April 13, 2022 (edited) Welcome Todd - both Colorado and the military are well represented here! Glad you could join us, good luck on your build. Don’t hesitate to reach out for anything. Edited April 13, 2022 by Moonbug Keith Black, mtaylor and Dave_E 3 Quote - Bug Current Build: HMS Pegasus - Vanguard Models Completed Builds - Augie's USF Confederacy AL Santa Maria - Heavily Bashed AL San Juan Nepomuceno AL Swift Pilot Boat Cris Craft AL Stagecoach Ship Blog - The Lehman Shipyard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted April 13, 2022 Share #9 Posted April 13, 2022 Welcome to MSW, Todd. I go along with the others on suggesting you do a build log. They're a great way to meet other modelers and also get help when needed. Keith Black and Dave_E 2 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...
Baker Posted April 13, 2022 Share #10 Posted April 13, 2022 Keith Black, Dave_E and mtaylor 3 Quote Regards, Patrick Finished : Soleil Royal Heller 1/100 Wasa Billing Boats Bounty Revell 1/110 plastic (semi scratch) Pelican / Golden Hind 1/45 scratch Current build : Mary Rose 1/50 scratch große-jacht / Yacht D'Oro 1/50 Corel Gallery : Revell Bounty Pelican/Golden hind 1/45 scratch Shore leave, non ship models build logs : ADGZ M35 funkwagen 1/72 Einhets Pkw. Kfz.2 and 4 1/72 Autoblinda AB40 1/72 122mm A-19 & 152mm ML-20 & 12.8cm Pak.44 {K8 1/2} 1/72 10.5cm Howitzer 16 on Mark. VI(e) Centurion Mk.1 conversion M29 Weasel 1/72 SAM6 1/72 T26 Finland T26 TN 1/72 Autoprotetto S37 1/72 Opel Blitz buses 1/72 Boxer and MAN trucks 1/72 Hetzer38(t) Starr 1/72 Cleaning the 1/72 military collection Si vis pacem, para bellum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allanyed Posted April 13, 2022 Share #11 Posted April 13, 2022 Welcome to MSW. So you served over the seas and under the seas, good for you!! Thank you very much for your service. Allan Keith Black and Dave_E 2 Quote PLEASE take 30 SECONDS and sign up for the epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series. Click on http://trafalgar.tv There is no cost other than the 30 seconds of your time. THANK YOU Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prowler901 Posted April 14, 2022 Author Share #12 Posted April 14, 2022 Thank you all for the warm welcome. I shall post my progress on the sails and running rigging. Todd Keith Black and Dave_E 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted April 14, 2022 Share #13 Posted April 14, 2022 Hello Todd, and another warm welcome to the forum from 'Down Under". John mtaylor and Keith Black 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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