USS Constitution by mtbediz - 1:76

[mtbediz]

Believe it or not, I bought this dividing attachment two years ago and used it for the first time when I was building this wheel. I don't know when I'll use it again. You'll probably need this tool once or twice during a model ship build, but if you have it, it's a lifesaver and you'll get great results. I agree with Jon, he's in no rush to finish his model, and there's no point in investing in an expensive tool that he might need every 10-15 years!

 

As for milling, a real milling machine is a must, especially if you're building a model from scratch or tackling a kit bashing. Its signature can be found on every square inch of my Constitution.

Edited Wednesday at 12:30 AM by mtbediz

[mtbediz]

I am working on the spar deck capstan. I am using the jig in the photo to make the round pieces. The capstan will be installed in place after painting.

Edited Wednesday at 07:26 PM by mtbediz

[JSGerson]

Nice, clean, and precise...your usual excellence!

 

Jon

[GGibson]

58 minutes ago, JSGerson said:

Nice, clean, and precise...your usual excellence!

 

We can all concur with Jon's summation, Mustafa!  Awesome work!  Will definitely be referring back to your process here when it comes to my Constitution's capstan. 🏆🏆

[mtbediz]

4 hours ago, JSGerson said:

Nice, clean, and precise...your usual excellence!

 

Jon

Thanks Jon. I was supposed to paint the bottom two round pieces black before gluing them but I forgot. Now I'm trying to figure out how to keep the paint from spilling over to the other side when painting them

[mtbediz]

I painted the capstan.

[Thukydides]

It is looking really good.

[Unegawahya]

On 3/22/2025 at 10:02 PM, mtbediz said:

Thanks Greg. I was wondering where these ropes go and wanted to do a virtual tour to see them, but as you said, they go through the pantry.

Yes the tiller ropes go directly through the commodore’s pantry and come out and run back through the top of the wardroom.