USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64

[mobbsie]

Hi Augie,

 

I can only agree with all the plaudits above mate, your doing a superb job and she's going to be a credit to your skills.

 

The windows are great and so realistic and that backside is wonderful, I do love a nice backside.

 

Keep it up mate, looking forward to your next update.

 

Be Good

 

mobbsie

[augie]

Computer was down for 2 days and I just got back up.  Thanks for all the kind comments and likes ----- all most appreciated.

 

On the painted castings.  Testor's Model Master enamel  named 'wood'.  Solvent based.  No primer.  Just thinned it a bit with acetone and did 6 coats brush on.  Then one coat of Testors Acrlic Flat Lacquer. 

 

Now, I knew someone would notice the stern scrollwork not being reversed.  Actually, not just someone -----  BEN!  I'd like to say I did it as a test, but no....just an old fool stumbling along.  I might just fix it.  Hey ----- I got them right P/S  :D

 

Will be back in the shop soon to do pintles and dungeons ( I despise metal work).

[Script]

Computer was down for 2 days and I just got back up.  Thanks for all the kind comments and likes ----- all most appreciated.

 

On the painted castings.  Testor's Model Master enamel  named 'wood'.  Solvent based.  No primer.  Just thinned it a bit with acetone and did 6 coats brush on.  Then one coat of Testors Acrlic Flat Lacquer. 

 

Now, I knew someone would notice the stern scrollwork not being reversed.  Actually, not just someone -----  BEN!  I'd like to say I did it as a test, but no....just an old fool stumbling along.  I might just fix it.  Hey ----- I got them right P/S  :D

 

Will be back in the shop soon to do pintles and dungeons ( I despise metal work).

Perhaps if you did gudgeons instead of dudgeons it would be less painful....

 

Sorry Augie, couldn't help myself.....great work....makes me rethink even starting......

 

Cheers,

 

Jim

[HIPEXEC]

How did you get the black background in all that fancy scroll work?

[Timmo]

That's a result to be proud of Augie. The stern looks fantastic. This kit is heading to near the top of my wish list due to yours and Ben's efforts.

[augie]

You won't go wrong with this kit Timmo.  The plans and instructions are just a pleasure to work with thanks to Chuck.

 

Rich ---  if you go back a few pages you'll see the transom is a kit-supplied laser cut piece.  I just painted it black with about 8 coats of MS Hull Black acrylic and gave it a coat of flat acrylic lacquer.

[kscadman]

Wow Augie, you are doing some beautiful work. Its simply amazing. I really like the windows, and your castings really do look like wood. They blend well, great choice of paint!

 

Richard

[Trussben]

Now, I knew someone would notice the stern scrollwork not being reversed.  Actually, not just someone -----  BEN!  I'd like to say I did it as a test, but no....just an old fool stumbling along.  I might just fix it.  Hey ----- I got them right P/S  :D

 

Sorry Augie - they look fine as they are!

 

ben

[Gahm]

Your Confederacy just looks fantastic! Well done!!

 

Thomas

[augie]

The rudder, gudgeons and pintels have been installed.  We'll be adding some additional photoetched details to the hull next, including the sweep port hinges.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited April 14, 2014 by Augie

[patrickmil]

Very nice rudder and fiddly bits Augie! Those last two pictures are excellent.

[riverboat]

Ditto !! Patrick...... you're move'n right along Augie, classy looking ship!!

Frank

[popeye the sailor]

looking good Augie........well done on the rudder!

[rafine]

Great work on the rudder Augie. It just adds to the beautiful overall appearance of the entire stern.

 

Bob

[lambsbk]

Very clean and neat Augie.

[gjdale]

Very nicely done Augie - as Bob said, it really adds to the overall appearance of the stern. Can I borrow your photographer? - he seems to do a far better job than mine.

[Rustyj]

Hi Augie,

 

That is some great work on the stern and rudder. You took a very complex area and did yourself proud!  

[newbuilder101]

Just love the look of the stern with that rudder - nice job!

[augie]

Thanks to all for the comments.  Always a shot in the arm for me.  Very glad to be moving away from the stern for a while.  We'll hold off on the rudder pendants until I get her back on the building cradle.

[mtaylor]

Let me add to the chorus.... great looking rudder, Augie!!!!

[HIPEXEC]

I love your rudder!

[Sjors]

Really a great job Augie !!!!!!

When you are going with this speed, you need an another build before there is snow again......

 

[popeye the sailor]

don't say that word Sjors.....it's beautiful here at the moment! this lug here, already has his spring veggies in the ground!

[usedtosail]

Just caught up with your log, Auggie. What a fantastic job you have done.

[Trussben]

Yep, gotta agree you've done a masterful job there.

 

Ben

[Gahm]

The stern of your Confederacy is just amazing! Congratulations on an outstanding job!

 

Thomas

[Shazmira]

Wow Augie, that stern is stunning!!! it looks so real, not model-like!

[augie]

Having just logged the 500th hour in the build log, it's time for a small update.

 

A portion of the photoetched parts for the outer hull have been added.  The first photo shows them blackened and ready to deploy:

 

 

For the blackening, I use the process described throughout MSW.  Specifically, the trimmed parts are degreased by bathing in acetone for about 10 minutes followed by an 'etching' in a household vinegar bath for about the same time.  They are then soaked in a bath of 50% 'Blacken-it' for 5-15 minutes, rinsed thoroughly then dried.  Before gluing (using either CA or epoxy), the surface to be glued is roughened with a 150 grit sanding block.  After the part is applied to the ship, a coat of Testors Flat Acrylic lacquer is applied.  This protects the coating and (I think) gives a nice appearance.

 

Stern gun port hinges and rings, keel fastener:

 

 

Bilge port and sweep port hinges:

 

 

Bridle port and forward keel fastener:

 

 

Finally, just an overview of where she stands: 

 

 

It is now time to bid a fond farewell to the outer hull for the time being.  There is still much to be done but we will now turn our attention to the innermost details of the ship.  But first, a short break in the shipyard to acknowledge the arrival of good weather, tend to the garden and (long delayed) Spring cleaning. 

 

Everyone stay the course and be well!

 

 

[patrickmil]

Dang it Augie, you did it again. Those pictures take my breath away. Those are outstanding details. You forgot to mention the beer and fishing for after spring cleaning.

[Nirvana]

Augie,

That rudder turned out amazingly! Very Nice

Seems like you followed the instructions to the very detail.

Looking forward to get my "beast" (weight wise) in the beginning of next week.

She will not be the next in line though. Have the 18th century longboat first. But still a Passaro kit. With the upgraded wood from Jeff Hayes at Hobbymill.

Talking about Jeff at HobbyMill, did you order any material from him and if so would it be possible for me get the list of changes? If so, please pm that one.