rafine Posted August 19, 2014 Author Share #871 Posted August 19, 2014 Thanks so much Mike. I noticed the same thing about the catalogue. Sadly, it probably means there are still problems. Bob Quote Current builds on MSW: HMS Winchelsea 1:48: Medway Longboat 1:24 Prior builds on MSW: Schooner Halifax: Lumberyard 1/48 semi-scratch; Cutter Cheerful 1:48; Granado: Caldercraft 1:64; Frigate Essex: Kitbashed Model Shipways kit; Triton Cross Section 1:48; Kingfisher from Lauckstreet kit; Syren: Model shipways kit ;Kitbashed Fair American: Model Shipways;Prince de Neufchatel: Model shipways 1:64 Civil War Picket Boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uss frolick Posted August 19, 2014 Share #872 Posted August 19, 2014 You know, there was a Newbie who posted the question "Who makes the best model ships", over in another thread, and I almost answered "Rafine". Martin W, KenW, Landlubber Mike and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tim I. Posted August 19, 2014 Share #873 Posted August 19, 2014 Thanks so much Mike. I noticed the same thing about the catalogue. Sadly, it probably means there are still problems. Bob From the conversation I had to Model Expo (In respect to my back-order), they are unsure when they will be shipping the updated kits. - Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafine Posted August 20, 2014 Author Share #874 Posted August 20, 2014 No surprise Tim in light of the catalogue. I'm very flattered Frolick, but you can't be serious. I do appreciate the thought though. Bob Quote Current builds on MSW: HMS Winchelsea 1:48: Medway Longboat 1:24 Prior builds on MSW: Schooner Halifax: Lumberyard 1/48 semi-scratch; Cutter Cheerful 1:48; Granado: Caldercraft 1:64; Frigate Essex: Kitbashed Model Shipways kit; Triton Cross Section 1:48; Kingfisher from Lauckstreet kit; Syren: Model shipways kit ;Kitbashed Fair American: Model Shipways;Prince de Neufchatel: Model shipways 1:64 Civil War Picket Boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafine Posted August 21, 2014 Author Share #875 Posted August 21, 2014 Thanks so much John. Impressive is how I would describe your work on both the Duke of York and Royal William. Bob Quote Current builds on MSW: HMS Winchelsea 1:48: Medway Longboat 1:24 Prior builds on MSW: Schooner Halifax: Lumberyard 1/48 semi-scratch; Cutter Cheerful 1:48; Granado: Caldercraft 1:64; Frigate Essex: Kitbashed Model Shipways kit; Triton Cross Section 1:48; Kingfisher from Lauckstreet kit; Syren: Model shipways kit ;Kitbashed Fair American: Model Shipways;Prince de Neufchatel: Model shipways 1:64 Civil War Picket Boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafine Posted August 21, 2014 Author Share #876 Posted August 21, 2014 I've now done the channels and the remainder of the hull moldings on the port side. I had considered using the kit laser cut channel pieces, since I intended to paint them black, but found that the spacing for the chainplate notches didn't fit the spacing of my gun ports. It's hard to know at this point why that turned out to be the case. In any event, I ended up making them from boxwood strip, sanded to fit the hull. The channels were pinned and glued to the hull. I did use the kit laser cut pieces for the tiny support knees. The moldings, as with the prior pieces, are boxwood strip sanded to a simple half round shape, wet heat bent to fit the hull and painted black. Next, I'll do this work again on the starboard side. Bob ianmajor, HIPEXEC, Mirabell61 and 23 others 26 Quote Current builds on MSW: HMS Winchelsea 1:48: Medway Longboat 1:24 Prior builds on MSW: Schooner Halifax: Lumberyard 1/48 semi-scratch; Cutter Cheerful 1:48; Granado: Caldercraft 1:64; Frigate Essex: Kitbashed Model Shipways kit; Triton Cross Section 1:48; Kingfisher from Lauckstreet kit; Syren: Model shipways kit ;Kitbashed Fair American: Model Shipways;Prince de Neufchatel: Model shipways 1:64 Civil War Picket Boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjdale Posted August 21, 2014 Share #877 Posted August 21, 2014 Beautiful is the only word I can think of Bob. I just love seeing your update shots. Quote Grant ____________________________________________________ Current builds: African Queen - Radio Control / Live Steam Previous builds: The Shipyard at Foss' Landing (Diorama), Hannah - Ship in a Bottle, NRG Capstan Project, 1869 Allerton Steam Pumper, Medway Longboat , Alfa Romeo Spider Gran Touring (Pocher) , Da Vinci Flying Machine, 1949 Chris Craft 19' Racing Runabout - Dumas - Radio, Bomb Vessel Granado, 1742 - Cross Section - Scratchbuild, HMS Victory (Mamoli 1:90), Cutty Sark, Armed Pinnace, Bounty, Santa Maria At another place: Stephenson's Rocket (OcCre 1:24) (click the title to follow the link) In the Gallery: Lancia Armata 1803, Bomb Vessel Granada, 1742 Cross Section, 1949 Chris Craft 19' Racing Runabout Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KenW Posted August 22, 2014 Share #878 Posted August 22, 2014 What a beautiful model!! Other than that, I am speechless. Quote Ken NO PIRACY 4 ME! (SUPPORTING CHUCKS' IDEA) Current Build: Washington 1776 Galley Pilot Boat Mary of Norfolk Completed Builds: Continental Boat Providence (from Completed Gallery) (from MSW Build) Continental Ship Independence (from Completed Gallery) (from MSW Build) Rattlesnake (from Completed Gallery) (from MSW Build) Armed Virginia Sloop (from Completed Gallery) Fair American (from Completed Gallery) (from MSW Build Log) Member: Ship Model Society of New Jersey Nautical Research Guild Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
historyguysteve Posted August 22, 2014 Share #879 Posted August 22, 2014 In reply 886 above frolick mentioned the 'newbie' - I'm not the newbie but I agree with the sentiment - your work is awesome. I think you mentioned in an earlier entry about replacing unuseable stock material with boxwood, where did you procure it??? Refresh my memory - I'm working on Young America right now and need some scale lumber in the worst way. thanks for the posts/tutorial/guidance/inspiration!!! Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafine Posted August 22, 2014 Author Share #880 Posted August 22, 2014 Thanks so much Grant, Ken, Janos and Steve for your very generous comments. Thanks also to the "likes". Steve, I get all of my wood from Hobbymill (link on MSW ). Bob Quote Current builds on MSW: HMS Winchelsea 1:48: Medway Longboat 1:24 Prior builds on MSW: Schooner Halifax: Lumberyard 1/48 semi-scratch; Cutter Cheerful 1:48; Granado: Caldercraft 1:64; Frigate Essex: Kitbashed Model Shipways kit; Triton Cross Section 1:48; Kingfisher from Lauckstreet kit; Syren: Model shipways kit ;Kitbashed Fair American: Model Shipways;Prince de Neufchatel: Model shipways 1:64 Civil War Picket Boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEDDO Posted August 22, 2014 Share #881 Posted August 22, 2014 I like what Janos said "extreme kitbashing". Sounds like a reality tv show As always your build is an inspiration. mtaylor 1 Quote Michael Shipwrights of Ohio Current Build: ... Completed Builds: Queen Anne Barge - Syren, Pinnace - MS, Halifax 1768 - LSS, Murrelet - Pygmy, Swift 1805 - AL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafine Posted August 22, 2014 Author Share #882 Posted August 22, 2014 Thanks so much Michael. I'm awaiting a new update on Halifax. Bob Quote Current builds on MSW: HMS Winchelsea 1:48: Medway Longboat 1:24 Prior builds on MSW: Schooner Halifax: Lumberyard 1/48 semi-scratch; Cutter Cheerful 1:48; Granado: Caldercraft 1:64; Frigate Essex: Kitbashed Model Shipways kit; Triton Cross Section 1:48; Kingfisher from Lauckstreet kit; Syren: Model shipways kit ;Kitbashed Fair American: Model Shipways;Prince de Neufchatel: Model shipways 1:64 Civil War Picket Boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafine Posted August 28, 2014 Author Share #883 Posted August 28, 2014 The starboard channels and moldings are now done. Everything was done identically to the previously completed port side and will not be repeated. I think that I've about run out of excuses to not do the head work and may just have to start doing it now. Bob amateur, realworkingsailor, KenW and 18 others 21 Quote Current builds on MSW: HMS Winchelsea 1:48: Medway Longboat 1:24 Prior builds on MSW: Schooner Halifax: Lumberyard 1/48 semi-scratch; Cutter Cheerful 1:48; Granado: Caldercraft 1:64; Frigate Essex: Kitbashed Model Shipways kit; Triton Cross Section 1:48; Kingfisher from Lauckstreet kit; Syren: Model shipways kit ;Kitbashed Fair American: Model Shipways;Prince de Neufchatel: Model shipways 1:64 Civil War Picket Boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
augie Posted August 28, 2014 Share #884 Posted August 28, 2014 Beautifully done. Looking forward to the head. And congrats on what appears to be her 1 year anniversary! Quote Augie Current Build: US Frigate Confederacy - MS 1:64 Previous Builds : US Brig Syren (MS) - 2013 (see Completed Ship Gallery) Greek Tug Ulises (OcCre) - 2009 (see Completed Ship Gallery) Victory Cross Section (Corel) - 1988 Essex (MS) 1/8"- 1976 Cutty Sark (Revell 1:96) - 1956 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tim I. Posted August 28, 2014 Share #885 Posted August 28, 2014 Bob, I always look forward to your next update. Beautiful work. - Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafine Posted August 28, 2014 Author Share #886 Posted August 28, 2014 Thanks so much Dirk, Augie and Tim. Dirk, I wish that I had as much confidence as you do. This is a big weekend Augie -- Essex turns 1 and I turn 75. Bob Dubz, mtaylor and augie 3 Quote Current builds on MSW: HMS Winchelsea 1:48: Medway Longboat 1:24 Prior builds on MSW: Schooner Halifax: Lumberyard 1/48 semi-scratch; Cutter Cheerful 1:48; Granado: Caldercraft 1:64; Frigate Essex: Kitbashed Model Shipways kit; Triton Cross Section 1:48; Kingfisher from Lauckstreet kit; Syren: Model shipways kit ;Kitbashed Fair American: Model Shipways;Prince de Neufchatel: Model shipways 1:64 Civil War Picket Boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tim I. Posted August 28, 2014 Share #887 Posted August 28, 2014 Happy early Birthday Bob, to you and your Essex. - Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sjors Posted August 28, 2014 Share #888 Posted August 28, 2014 Very nice Bob !!!! You 75 ?????? If you are saying 60 I believe it also..... Have a nice birthday this weekend ! Sjors Quote Currend builds: USS Constitution by Sjors - Model Shipways - Scale 1:76 HMS Victory by Sjors - Jotika - Scale 1:72 On hold: VOC Reconnaisance yacht Duyfken by Sjors - Kolderstok - Scale 1:50 Finished builds: HMS Snake (1797) by Sjors - Caldercraft - Scale 1:64 Nuestra Señora del Pilar by Sjors & Anja - OcCre - Scale 1:64 H.M. Brig-Sloop Flirt 1782 by Sjors - Vanguard Models - Scale 1:64 HMS Agamemnon by Sjors - Caldercraft / Jotika - 1:64 San Ildefonso - OcCre Le Mirage - Corel Smit Rotterdam (sea tug) - Billing Boats - 1:75 Sovereign of the seas - De Agostini Spirit of Mississippi - OcCre Santissima Trinidad - OcCre Corsair - OcCre Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
augie Posted August 28, 2014 Share #889 Posted August 28, 2014 Gee, too many old guys around here. I won't even be 70 until ....... November Many happy returns, Bob. mtaylor 1 Quote Augie Current Build: US Frigate Confederacy - MS 1:64 Previous Builds : US Brig Syren (MS) - 2013 (see Completed Ship Gallery) Greek Tug Ulises (OcCre) - 2009 (see Completed Ship Gallery) Victory Cross Section (Corel) - 1988 Essex (MS) 1/8"- 1976 Cutty Sark (Revell 1:96) - 1956 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafine Posted August 29, 2014 Author Share #890 Posted August 29, 2014 Thanks guys. Appreciated. Bob Quote Current builds on MSW: HMS Winchelsea 1:48: Medway Longboat 1:24 Prior builds on MSW: Schooner Halifax: Lumberyard 1/48 semi-scratch; Cutter Cheerful 1:48; Granado: Caldercraft 1:64; Frigate Essex: Kitbashed Model Shipways kit; Triton Cross Section 1:48; Kingfisher from Lauckstreet kit; Syren: Model shipways kit ;Kitbashed Fair American: Model Shipways;Prince de Neufchatel: Model shipways 1:64 Civil War Picket Boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjdale Posted August 29, 2014 Share #891 Posted August 29, 2014 Happy Birthday for this weekend Bob. May you receive an appropriate number of ship modelling related goodies! Oh, and have an adult beverage or two of your choice to celebrate. I'll be raising a glass to you from Downunda. mtaylor 1 Quote Grant ____________________________________________________ Current builds: African Queen - Radio Control / Live Steam Previous builds: The Shipyard at Foss' Landing (Diorama), Hannah - Ship in a Bottle, NRG Capstan Project, 1869 Allerton Steam Pumper, Medway Longboat , Alfa Romeo Spider Gran Touring (Pocher) , Da Vinci Flying Machine, 1949 Chris Craft 19' Racing Runabout - Dumas - Radio, Bomb Vessel Granado, 1742 - Cross Section - Scratchbuild, HMS Victory (Mamoli 1:90), Cutty Sark, Armed Pinnace, Bounty, Santa Maria At another place: Stephenson's Rocket (OcCre 1:24) (click the title to follow the link) In the Gallery: Lancia Armata 1803, Bomb Vessel Granada, 1742 Cross Section, 1949 Chris Craft 19' Racing Runabout Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NMBROOK Posted August 29, 2014 Share #892 Posted August 29, 2014 Fabulous work Bob I do really like the contrast between the box and the black channels I shall wish you many Happy returns for both you and your model for this weekend just in case I don't get chance to pop in If I look half as good as you do mate,when I get to 75,I will be a happy man,I never would of guessed Kind Regards Nigel Quote Currently working on Royal Caroline Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafine Posted August 29, 2014 Author Share #893 Posted August 29, 2014 Thanks so much Grant and Nigel. Don't be fooled by appearances Nigel. I'm every bit of that age -- and very happy to still be here. Bob NMBROOK and gjdale 2 Quote Current builds on MSW: HMS Winchelsea 1:48: Medway Longboat 1:24 Prior builds on MSW: Schooner Halifax: Lumberyard 1/48 semi-scratch; Cutter Cheerful 1:48; Granado: Caldercraft 1:64; Frigate Essex: Kitbashed Model Shipways kit; Triton Cross Section 1:48; Kingfisher from Lauckstreet kit; Syren: Model shipways kit ;Kitbashed Fair American: Model Shipways;Prince de Neufchatel: Model shipways 1:64 Civil War Picket Boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Panzeca Posted August 29, 2014 Share #894 Posted August 29, 2014 Hello Bob, Your work is truly inspiring. Happy Anniversary and Happy Birthday. This hobby sure has a lot of folks in the same demographic. A few weeks from 70 myself. Great work. Quote Jack "I Love the smell of sawdust in the morning" apologies to John Melius Current Build: Bomb Vessel Granado, 1742 - Cross Section Scratch Build Previous Builds: Oseberg Billing Boats 9th Century Viking Ship Modified Bluenose ll, AL, Lightly Bashed Louisa Morrison Half Hull, Scratch Build Photography Website: http://www.27birds.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafine Posted August 30, 2014 Author Share #895 Posted August 30, 2014 Thanks so much Jack. For me, and I hope for you, aging has meant more time available to pursue modeling. Bob Quote Current builds on MSW: HMS Winchelsea 1:48: Medway Longboat 1:24 Prior builds on MSW: Schooner Halifax: Lumberyard 1/48 semi-scratch; Cutter Cheerful 1:48; Granado: Caldercraft 1:64; Frigate Essex: Kitbashed Model Shipways kit; Triton Cross Section 1:48; Kingfisher from Lauckstreet kit; Syren: Model shipways kit ;Kitbashed Fair American: Model Shipways;Prince de Neufchatel: Model shipways 1:64 Civil War Picket Boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted August 31, 2014 Share #896 Posted August 31, 2014 Beautiful work Bob! Quote -- Jason www.crowntimberyard.com Current Builds: US Brig Syren MS Imperial Russian Cruiser Varyag - Artwox Model Echo Cross Section: SMSNJ Group Build Completed Builds: 18th Century Longboat MS USS Olympia Encore Member: Nautical Research Guild (NRG) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafine Posted August 31, 2014 Author Share #897 Posted August 31, 2014 Thanks Jason and all of the "likes". Thanks also for all of the birthday good wishes. They are appreciated. Bob Quote Current builds on MSW: HMS Winchelsea 1:48: Medway Longboat 1:24 Prior builds on MSW: Schooner Halifax: Lumberyard 1/48 semi-scratch; Cutter Cheerful 1:48; Granado: Caldercraft 1:64; Frigate Essex: Kitbashed Model Shipways kit; Triton Cross Section 1:48; Kingfisher from Lauckstreet kit; Syren: Model shipways kit ;Kitbashed Fair American: Model Shipways;Prince de Neufchatel: Model shipways 1:64 Civil War Picket Boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gahm Posted September 2, 2014 Share #898 Posted September 2, 2014 Well, from the different comments I get a slight hint that somebody had birthday My best wishes, and many years of happy modeling! You already heard it before, but your models and build logs are a real inspiration! Thomas Quote Current Built: Model Shipways Syren (US Brig 1803) Last Built: Anfora (kit bashed) Ictineo II (1st steam powered submarine 1864) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Panzeca Posted September 2, 2014 Share #899 Posted September 2, 2014 Thanks so much Jack. For me, and I hope for you, aging has meant more time available to pursue modeling. Bob Yes I began modeling about 15 years ago but never got into a groove because of my job which required a lot of travel. I gave up until I retired and now it is fun and gets better as my skills improve. Your work is an inspiration, thanks. Quote Jack "I Love the smell of sawdust in the morning" apologies to John Melius Current Build: Bomb Vessel Granado, 1742 - Cross Section Scratch Build Previous Builds: Oseberg Billing Boats 9th Century Viking Ship Modified Bluenose ll, AL, Lightly Bashed Louisa Morrison Half Hull, Scratch Build Photography Website: http://www.27birds.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafine Posted September 2, 2014 Author Share #900 Posted September 2, 2014 Thanks so much Thomas and Jack. Your thoughts and comments are greatly appreciated. Bob Quote Current builds on MSW: HMS Winchelsea 1:48: Medway Longboat 1:24 Prior builds on MSW: Schooner Halifax: Lumberyard 1/48 semi-scratch; Cutter Cheerful 1:48; Granado: Caldercraft 1:64; Frigate Essex: Kitbashed Model Shipways kit; Triton Cross Section 1:48; Kingfisher from Lauckstreet kit; Syren: Model shipways kit ;Kitbashed Fair American: Model Shipways;Prince de Neufchatel: Model shipways 1:64 Civil War Picket Boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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