Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)

[glbarlow]

I’m definitely interested in a 1:48 POB version if that’s on the table. 

[Chuck]

Its sadly not…that would be an entirely different model needed to be started from scratch.

 

Just to let folks know because that request comes up a lot.  Not just of me but I see folks ask other mfg’s as well.

 

You just cant increase or decrease the size.  Any change in scale requires quite a bit of redesign…as if you were starting from the beginning.  Wood thicknesses and sizes will get too screwy and you couldnt use nominal common sizes.  It would be such a headache.

 

[Rustyj]

Hi Chuck, Sorry I was away yesterday and didn't see the posts until this morning so I couldn't contribute. Your decision is sound, and I feel your pricing is very reasonable.  You could easily ask more and I'm sure more than 5 people would gladly pay it. I know I would.  

[Trussben]

Count me in for one of the Kits Chuck - $2300 total for a model like this with the quality that we know you will employ - a no brainer for me!

[Chuck]

Thank you all who have contacted me.   I have a grand total of 8 people who have reserved the first two chapters of the fully framed kit.   

 

I will laser cut those 8 and another 2 additional to keep on the shelf.  Just in case.   

 

I am buying all of the supplies needed to complete them now and also getting the plans printed and starting to write the monograph chapters.

 

Should be a fun project for those who are taking the plunge.

[Loracs]

Chuck, I'm so happy that you are releasing a POF version.  It is a great design, something to be very proud.  I consider myself a beginner and still struggling at time with the basic.  The speedwell is likely outside of my skillset... for now. However, I will greatly enjoy watching the numerous logs here.  In fact, I'm looking forward to it.

[Jim Rogers]

On 10/23/2023 at 6:41 AM, Chuck said:

Thank you all who have contacted me.   I have a grand total of 8 people who have reserved the first two chapters of the fully framed kit.   

 

I will laser cut those 8 and another 2 additional to keep on the shelf.  Just in case.   

 

I am buying all of the supplies needed to complete them now and also getting the plans printed and starting to write the monograph chapters.

 

Should be a fun project for those who are taking the plunge.

When will the eight hear something ?

[Chuck]

January….but maybe earlier if I can get enough milled wood.

[Chuck]

Coming Soon!!!

 

I really dont know why I havent offered these already...Oh well

 

I will be making a ton of bulkheads with doors for Speedwell really soon.  They will require many hinges.  The usual "H" and "L" type hinges we use on models.   So I have designed three sizes which should fit most scales.  They are 9/32" and 7/32" and 3/16" tall hinges.   

 

You get 21 hinges "L type" 

You get 45 hinges "H" type"

 

These should be available in a few days.  They are all black laser board and will come in very handy.

 

I dont have a picture with these in use yet but soon.  The closest I have is the Bulkhead door but it uses a unique version for the top curved hinge.  But you get the idea.  The bottom hinge is one of the "L type hinges".  It is the larger size in height for this scale but its all relative.  

 

Some used on Mike's Winnie...although these are adjusted slightly but you get the idea.

 

 

 

 

 

[Azzoun]

Those look nice!

[Chuck]

Thanks...The hinges are now in stock..

 

I will have a lot of bulkhead doors to make.  Another feature I absolutely hate is making the door knobs.  No matter how hard I try they never look good to me.  So my preference is to make handles.  These are not easy to make from scratch.  But the laser cutter makes it pretty easy.

 

My Speedwell bulkhead door mock up is pictured.

 

So I will be using old fashioned 18th century door handles instead of knobs.  I think they look much more interesting.  I have made 3 sizes again for my own personal use.  They are made from the black plastic I have been using.   If there is any interest in these I can also make them available.  Just let me know.   Once they are glued onto the doors, I like to use a sharp #11 blade and thin down the bottom of the handle itself to make it curved.  This is more in keeping with the 18th century style I have seen used.  They take forever to laser cut and are so crazy tiny.  But its just a matter of popping them out of the sheet and gluing them on.  That is if I dont drop them on the floor and they are lost forever.

 

Let me know if you guys would like these made available.

 

 

And some real ones I used but I cant get them this delicate looking...but it will do.

 

 

 

[No Idea]

Seriously Chuck they do look very very good.......mmm I might have to get some soon!

[Kusawa2000]

22 minutes ago, Chuck said:

Thanks...The hinges are now in stock..

 

I will have a lot of bulkhead doors to make.  Another feature I absolutely hate is making the door knobs.  No matter how hard I try they never look good to me.  So my preference is to make handles.  These are not easy to make from scratch.  But the laser cutter makes it pretty easy.

 

My Speedwell bulkhead door mock up is pictured.

 

So I will be using old fashioned 18th century door handles instead of knobs.  I think they look much more interesting.  I have made 3 sizes again for my own personal use.  They are made from the black plastic I have been using.   If there is any interest in these I can also make them available.  Just let me know.   Once they are glued onto the doors, I like to use a sharp #11 blade and thin down the bottom of the handle itself to make it curved.  This is more in keeping with the 18th century style I have seen used.  They take forever to laser cut and are so crazy tiny.  But its just a matter of popping them out of the sheet and gluing them on.  That is if I dont drop them on the floor and they are lost forever.

 

Let me know if you guys would like these made available.

 

 

And some real ones I used but I cant get them this delicate looking...but it will do.

 

 

 

Chuck: Sign me up! I would buy some door handles for my Winny.. All it took is one look at your pics. 

 

Mike Draper

[Chuck]

Door handles are now in stock as well

[scrubbyj427]

Those look really good!

[GGibson]

20 hours ago, Chuck said:

Door handles are now in stock as well

They really look sharp, Chuck!  Amazing what can be produced at this scale! 👍🏆

[Chuck]

Based on popular demand and multiple requests, a package of smaller door handles is now available.   This multi-pack gives you 30 each of the 3/16" tall handles and now 1/8" tall handles.

 

In addition ....a multi pack of smaller door hinges is also available.   You get 16 each of 1/8" and 3/16" tall Hinges.   In both styles....

 

 

[glbarlow]

Mostly due to the size and available (or I should allowable based on my wife’s review) display space I’m really trying to convince myself Speedwell is not my next project.  With each new innovation that gets harder and harder to do…..I mean, to scale door handles and books on a table in the cabin, wow.

[Chuck]

I am not sure if I will add those details yet.   I am still mulling it over.   The reason why we builders add those fun details is to set our models apart from the many that will end up being made.   It also means I have to build another set of every table and chair again so I can write the instructions for them...LOL.

 

But the Speedwell project moves forward at any rate.

 

Now working on fcastle details.

 

 

 

[dvm27]

Those small details are lots of fun to add but you'll never see them on the final model, especially when encased. But some future observer will be delighted when they use their home Target brand home endoscope.

[Rustyj]

6 hours ago, glbarlow said:

I’m really trying to convince myself Speedwell is not my next project.  With each new innovation that gets harder and harder to do…..

Resisting is futile Glenn! 

[glbarlow]

1 hour ago, Rustyj said:

Resisting

I’ll watch you for a while 😁

[allanyed]

12 hours ago, Rustyj said:

I’m really trying to convince myself Speedwell is not my next project.

I agree with Rusty.  Don't fight it Glenn.   Based on the many build logs here at MSW and elsewhere, for a full size vessel Chuck's is the gold medal winner.  

Allan

Edited March 28 by allanyed

[JeffT]

On 3/27/2024 at 10:40 AM, glbarlow said:

Mostly due to the size and available (or I should allowable based on my wife’s review) display space I’m really trying to convince myself Speedwell is not my next project.  With each new innovation that gets harder and harder to do…..I mean, to scale door handles and books on a table in the cabin, wow.

Right. Waiting to see your build log.

[glbarlow]

3 minutes ago, JeffT said:

Right. Waiting to see your build log.

 

:-D

 

 

[glbarlow]

13 hours ago, allanyed said:

Chuck's is the gold medal winner.  

This I know from building. Cheerful and Winchelsea. This is next level. 

[Joe V]

Just spoke to Chuck to make sure I wasn't stepping on any toes, I just posted a new topic about the availability of 2 Speedwell wood packages available for immediate delivery. Should also have a third ready next week. And as usual made to order.

Edited April 20 by Joe V