JFMJr Posted January 24 Share #1 Posted January 24 Started my build in November 2023. Found this website and it has been a great help from many of your builds. And thanks for those that replied. Looking forward to this build more than ever. Will update my progress. Just starting to paint. Most of the build going forward looks quite intimidating! Sure will need help. My only comment on this model so far is the directions & plans are a real challenge. Gregory, clearway, The Gimps Chimp and 5 others 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RossR Posted January 26 Share #2 Posted January 26 Have you found the youtube videos that Occre produced for this kit? Quote Completed Build: HMS Beagle - Occre Current Build: Frigate Diana - Occre https://modelshipworld.com/topic/33530-frigate-diana-by-rossr-occre-185/ On the Shelf: Santisima Trinidad Cross Section - Occre, NRG Half Hull, the US Brig Syren - Model Shipways and USF Essex - Model Shipways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted January 26 Author Share #3 Posted January 26 Yes. And a couple other build video series. Between them all I might pull this off! I'm trying to figure out how I am going to place these tiny nails I see coming up. Thanks for the reply! Ryland Craze 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RossR Posted January 27 Share #4 Posted January 27 With your hull complete, what requires nails? Don't be intimidated. based on your progress so far, I think you will be happy with your results. I also build this kit as my first model and loved every minute of the build. I found the ships boats to be the hardest part, but based on your planking you should do fine. The Gimps Chimp, JFMJr, Mr Whippy and 1 other 4 Quote Completed Build: HMS Beagle - Occre Current Build: Frigate Diana - Occre https://modelshipworld.com/topic/33530-frigate-diana-by-rossr-occre-185/ On the Shelf: Santisima Trinidad Cross Section - Occre, NRG Half Hull, the US Brig Syren - Model Shipways and USF Essex - Model Shipways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted January 27 Author Share #5 Posted January 27 Not sure what requires the nails yet. But the kit has a whole lot of them... I guess a lot of them were to be used for planking? I used Small removable clamps... worked great Mr Whippy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Gimps Chimp Posted January 27 Share #6 Posted January 27 Good to see you decided to start a build log. Looking at what you've done so far you shouldn't have too many problems with completing this build. I'm sure you'll get plenty of advice and support from everyone here. Regarding the nails, I don't think you'll need them from here. Looking forward to the rest of the build Chimp Mr Whippy and JFMJr 2 Quote Current Build: .... Previous Builds: HMS Beagle - OcCre, HM Schooner Ballahoo - Caldercraft Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RossR Posted January 27 Share #7 Posted January 27 17 minutes ago, The Gimps Chimp said: I don't think you'll need them from here. I agree. I remember having a lot left. Any that you use going forward you will probably drill a hole and glue the nail in place. You won’t use them for the deck at all. Just glue for the deck. Mr Whippy, JFMJr and The Gimps Chimp 3 Quote Completed Build: HMS Beagle - Occre Current Build: Frigate Diana - Occre https://modelshipworld.com/topic/33530-frigate-diana-by-rossr-occre-185/ On the Shelf: Santisima Trinidad Cross Section - Occre, NRG Half Hull, the US Brig Syren - Model Shipways and USF Essex - Model Shipways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted January 28 Author Share #8 Posted January 28 On 1/27/2024 at 3:07 PM, The Gimps Chimp said: Good to see you decided to start a build log. Looking at what you've done so far you shouldn't have too many problems with completing this build. I'm sure you'll get plenty of advice and support from everyone here. Regarding the nails, I don't think you'll need them from here. Looking forward to the rest of the build Chimp Appreciate your comments. Glad you encouraged me to start the build log. Have been painting last few days. Based on another gentleman's help here. Can pre drill and glue the few I found. Like rudder I guess? SiriusVoyager and Mr Whippy 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted January 28 Author Share #9 Posted January 28 On 1/27/2024 at 3:27 PM, RossR said: I agree. I remember having a lot left. Any that you use going forward you will probably drill a hole and glue the nail in place. You won’t use them for the deck at all. Just glue for the deck. Thanks..you confirmed my thoughts on pre drill and glue! I had purchased a tiny drill set shortly after starting. It is my first time..Quick to learn there are many tools and items you need to purchase to pull this off have really enjoyed it so far. Thanks for your help. RossR, SiriusVoyager and Mr Whippy 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RossR Posted January 28 Share #10 Posted January 28 For the nails a 0.8 mm drill worked great. JFMJr 1 Quote Completed Build: HMS Beagle - Occre Current Build: Frigate Diana - Occre https://modelshipworld.com/topic/33530-frigate-diana-by-rossr-occre-185/ On the Shelf: Santisima Trinidad Cross Section - Occre, NRG Half Hull, the US Brig Syren - Model Shipways and USF Essex - Model Shipways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted January 29 Author Share #11 Posted January 29 2 hours ago, RossR said: For the nails a 0.8 mm drill worked great. Good to know...Thanks. Just finished the painting for the hull. Mr Whippy and The Gimps Chimp 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted January 29 Author Share #12 Posted January 29 Finished painting the hull. Next step adding all the railing items. RossR, GrandpaPhil, Mr Whippy and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted February 4 Author Share #13 Posted February 4 On 1/27/2024 at 3:07 PM, The Gimps Chimp said: Good to see you decided to start a build log. Looking at what you've done so far you shouldn't have too many problems with completing this build. I'm sure you'll get plenty of advice and support from everyone here. Regarding the nails, I don't think you'll need them from here. Looking forward to the rest of the build Chimp I have a question. I have started attaching the rudder. The brass wire is a poor fit. Do you think making them out of wood with a better fit would work? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Gimps Chimp Posted February 4 Share #14 Posted February 4 Hi JFMJr, Not sure I fully understand your question when you say the brass wire is a poor fit. I presume you are referring to the 1.5mm brass pin (H5) which acts as a hinge pin for the rudder to rotate. When I fitted mine I crimped the metal band a little so the wire was a close fit. I also added a drop of CA to ensure it remained in place and didn't drop out. I'm struggling to see why/how it could be a poor fit. I guess you could make these pins from wood but I think that would be much harder and I can't see why or how they would be a better fit. If you are referring to fixing the metal band to the rudder then this is done using the metal pins (A). Chimp Quote Current Build: .... Previous Builds: HMS Beagle - OcCre, HM Schooner Ballahoo - Caldercraft Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted February 4 Author Share #15 Posted February 4 14 minutes ago, The Gimps Chimp said: Hi JFMJr, Not sure I fully understand your question when you say the brass wire is a poor fit. I presume you are referring to the 1.5mm brass pin (H5) which acts as a hinge pin for the rudder to rotate. When I fitted mine I crimped the metal band a little so the wire was a close fit. I also added a drop of CA to ensure it remained in place and didn't drop out. I'm struggling to see why/how it could be a poor fit. I guess you could make these pins from wood but I think that would be much harder and I can't see why or how they would be a better fit. If you are referring to fixing the metal band to the rudder then this is done using the metal pins (A). Chimp Thanks for the reply. without crimping the hinge it was very loose. The wire was 1/2 the diameter of the hinge. Didn't think of something as simple as crimping it. Thanks for the info!!! The Gimps Chimp 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted February 4 Author Share #16 Posted February 4 On 1/26/2024 at 8:30 PM, RossR said: With your hull complete, what requires nails? Don't be intimidated. based on your progress so far, I think you will be happy with your results. I also build this kit as my first model and loved every minute of the build. I found the ships boats to be the hardest part, but based on your planking you should do fine. Haven't started the ship boats yet. Do they plank with the same ones used for the Beagle? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RossR Posted February 4 Share #17 Posted February 4 No. I think it is a single layer of 1mm x 3mm or 1mm x 2mm lime wood. Quote Completed Build: HMS Beagle - Occre Current Build: Frigate Diana - Occre https://modelshipworld.com/topic/33530-frigate-diana-by-rossr-occre-185/ On the Shelf: Santisima Trinidad Cross Section - Occre, NRG Half Hull, the US Brig Syren - Model Shipways and USF Essex - Model Shipways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted February 5 Author Share #18 Posted February 5 Had some more time to work on the Beagle. Railing work, rudder etc. Appreciate honest criticism. Several great tips from those on here helped me make it this far! RossR, clearway, GrandpaPhil and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brunnels Posted February 5 Share #19 Posted February 5 Looks great, your making solid progress. I'm not looking forward to bending those metal rod pieces on the back, for some reason that just looks like it is going to frustrate me. Quote Current Build HMS Beagle HMS Beagle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted February 5 Author Share #20 Posted February 5 8 hours ago, brunnels said: Looks great, your making solid progress. I'm not looking forward to bending those metal rod pieces on the back, for some reason that just looks like it is going to frustrate me. I was suprised it was easy using the drawing to lay the wire on. Post a pic on were you are at in your build. Mr Whippy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted February 5 Author Share #21 Posted February 5 13 hours ago, brunnels said: Looks great, your making solid progress. I'm not looking forward to bending those metal rod pieces on the back, for some reason that just looks like it is going to frustrate me. I was surprised it was easy using the drawing to lay the wire on. Post a pic on were you are at in your build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brunnels Posted February 5 Share #22 Posted February 5 1 hour ago, JFMJr said: I was surprised it was easy using the drawing to lay the wire on. Post a pic on were you are at in your build. I just posted an update late last night if you haven't seen it yet. Quote Current Build HMS Beagle HMS Beagle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted February 12 Author Share #23 Posted February 12 On 2/5/2024 at 3:19 PM, brunnels said: I just posted an update late last night if you haven't seen it yet. Just saw this.. Great progress Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted February 15 Author Share #24 Posted February 15 (edited) Making some progress. Gun port doors & bow complete. Those 16 doors are a tad tedious! A little touch up painting left. Not sure what's next... but here it goes! Edited February 15 by JFMJr Picture sideways clearway, ccoyle, The Gimps Chimp and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted February 28 Author Share #25 Posted February 28 My first build is moving along. When I purchased my model had no idea how involved this project is! Love the challenge. DonSangria, brunnels, clearway and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted March 26 Author Share #26 Posted March 26 Making progress on my HMS Beagle. Getting closer to masts & rigging.. that looks quite intimidating! The Gimps Chimp, GrandpaPhil, clearway and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snug Harbor Johnny Posted March 26 Share #27 Posted March 26 'Love the random-joint look of the decking ... likely how many decks were made from deck plank stock from the sawmill, where defects have to be cut out or warpage reduced - yielding planks of various lengths. These are cut, of course, so that the joint between running planks will center on a deck beam for securement - but there may be no detectable 'pattern' to the joints across the deck (at least not intentional). Mr Whippy and JFMJr 2 Quote Completed builds: Khufu Solar Barge - 1:72 Woody Joe Current project(s): Gorch Fock restoration 1:100, Billing Wasa (bust) - 1:100 Billings, Great Harry (bust) 1:88 ex. Sergal 1:65 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted March 26 Author Share #28 Posted March 26 Saw your comment ..... I grew up in MD .... Knew the bridge well. Lots of family in Baltimore. Horrible deal. The size of those ships are amazing. Mr Whippy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFMJr Posted April 2 Author Share #29 Posted April 2 A little touch up paint.. And am I HMS Beagle is ready for masts and rigging. My questions are I believe with the ship no longer on its side, permanently attach the stand to the ship? Now is the time to choose permanent stand? Any help greatly appreciated. Mr Whippy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clearway Posted April 5 Share #30 Posted April 5 On 4/2/2024 at 8:34 PM, JFMJr said: Now is the time to choose permanent stand? i never actually fasten the stands to my ships if using the cradle type JFMJr 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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