HMS Terror by dburchett - OcCre - 1:75 - Northwest Passage Expedition - First Build

[dburchett]

Hello to all!  The construction of the HMS Terror - Northwest Passage edition will be my first ever build log and model.  My goal with this model is to somewhat accurately represent the ship as she was for her final expedition.  I have been reading a lot of the previous build logs along with the now famous Blog and book by Mr. Betts for tips and ideas on the changes needed to accomplish this goal.  I do want to point out that my intention is not to copy what others have done, but to research each aspect of the construction for accuracy as I follow the kit assembly instructions.  Unfortunately I had a momentary lapse of reason and began installation of the deck planks prior to reviewing the available information only to realize that Terror had a total of 11 central strakes and not the 6 as depicted on the model.  Since the strakes had already dried and I decided to proceed on with the understanding that I would be more diligent moving forward.  

 

So with out further ado here is my progress thus far.

 

 

 

[S.Coleman]

Great start!! Looks like a beautiful kit!. Makes me want to get my old Endeavour out and contine with that!!!

[clearway]

Welcome to the Terror club- you might want to check out my HMS Erebus log as well regards deck planking and altering frames/ bulwarks.

 

Keith

[allanyed]

19 hours ago, dburchett said:

I do want to point out that my intention is not to copy what others have done, but to research each aspect of the construction for accuracy

Hi D

Welcome to MSW!!!!   I enjoyed reading your post, especially your desire to do research to get things done accurately.   My concern is that this is your first model so it may not be the best choice for a number of reasons for a first time build.  Do visit the MSW Articles data base for lessons on such things as proper planking of the hull and a plethora of other useful items.   For the hull planking the Antscherl article is tops, but you may also benefit from the four part video on planking by a member here at MSW.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCWooJ1o3cM.   Enjoy your voyage here at MSW.

 

Allan

Edited November 12, 2023 by allanyed

[dburchett]

Thank you all for your kind words and advice. 

 

Keith - I see what you are referring to regarding the bulwarks on Terror.  I measured the bulwarks on the model from the deck to the top rail and it scaled to roughly 3.52ft.  Based on the inboard profile in Mr. Betts' book, the top of the drum head of Phillip's Patented Capstan is even with the top rail of the bulwarks and appears to scale at roughly 3.92ft.  So, modifications must be made to correct this.  I believe I will follow your example and raise the height of the bulwarks to make up for this variance.  I haven't decided if I want to plane down the top rail to the correct thickness and raise the bulwarks or just raise the bulwarks. 

 

Allan - Thank you for the references.  I have read both David's planking primer as well as the Simple Hull Planking for Beginners document by Dirk, Greg, and Dave.  Chuck's video series on planking is excellent as well. 

 

I continued with the deck planking yesterday and spent the better part of 5 hours completing this task with only a few mishaps when it came to make sure each strake was aligned across the breadth of the deck (there may or may not be a few strakes that are thinner than others 🤦‍♂️, however those strakes are probably the correct width).