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Posted

Hi All,

Small update:

 

  • Second Planking complete (Perhaps a "Tickle" here and there)
  • Rudder Blank constructed

So, the more I get into this model, the more I come to realize that it's more of a scratch build than a kit. I'm o.k. with this.

There is "Sod" all in the way of materials, (As I have bemoaned about many times before), I had to have a damn good search for 0.5 X 3.0 MM Planking Material below the turn of the Bilges....

I milled my own 4.0 X 4.0mm wood for the Rudder laminations and other stock milled for Bitts, Etc.

 

I am unsure what I will approach next, but I have plenty to do.... 🙂

 

Onward, I guess.

 

Cheers.... HOF.

 

Photos:

 

 

DSC_0824.jpg

DSC_0825.jpg

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DSC_0827.jpg

Completed Builds:

 

A/L Bluenose II

A/L Mare Nostrum

Sergal/Mantua Cutty Sark

A/L Pen Duick

A/L Fulgaro

Amati/Partworks 1/200 Bismarck

A/L Sanson

Posted

Coming along nicely for sure.

 

Rob

Current build:

Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196

 

 

Finished build:

Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/#

 

Current build(On hold):

Build log: 1/96  Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/

 

Completed build:  http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/

The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."

Posted
On 9/25/2024 at 12:27 AM, rwiederrich said:

Coming along nicely for sure.

 

Rob

 

On 9/25/2024 at 2:20 AM, Ian_Grant said:

Very sleek...nice planking job!

 

26 minutes ago, Rick310 said:

Beautiful job planking!

Rick

Thanks Gents!!

 

Cheers and Regards,

 

Harry.

Completed Builds:

 

A/L Bluenose II

A/L Mare Nostrum

Sergal/Mantua Cutty Sark

A/L Pen Duick

A/L Fulgaro

Amati/Partworks 1/200 Bismarck

A/L Sanson

Posted

Well, it's clear that the early issues you had with the keel fit are now a distant memory.  Scratch building, even on kits, just seems to be part of the ship modeling game.  Keep up the beautiful work.  

 

Wawona 59

John

 

Next Project: Gifts for friends:  18th Century Pinnace, Kayak 17, Kayak 21

 

Indefinite Hold for the future:  1/96 Flying Fish, Model Shipways

 

Wish list for "Seattle Connection" builds:  1/96 Lumber Schooner Wawona, 1/32 Hydroplane Slo-Mo-Shun IV, 1/96 Arthur Foss tug, 1/64 Duwamish cedar dugout canoe, 1/96 Downeaster "St. Paul"

 

Selected Previous Completed Builds:  Revell - 1/96 Thermopylae; Revell - 1/96 Cutty Sark, Revell - 1/96 Constitution, Aurora - Whaling Bark Wanderer, Model Shipways - 1/96 Phantom, AL - 1805 Pilot Boat Swift, Midwest - Chesapeake Bay Flattie, Monitor and Merrimac, Model Trailways - Doctor's Buggy

 

Posted

I’ve scratch built probably 98% of my Flying Fish. Takes much longer, but a great way to develop modeling skills and you will be much happier with the results, even if not perfect!

There is just something about a scratch built model that stands out!

Rick

Posted
On 9/28/2024 at 2:18 AM, Wawona59 said:

Well, it's clear that the early issues you had with the keel fit are now a distant memory.  Scratch building, even on kits, just seems to be part of the ship modeling game.  Keep up the beautiful work.  

 

 

On 9/28/2024 at 9:10 AM, Rick310 said:

I’ve scratch built probably 98% of my Flying Fish. Takes much longer, but a great way to develop modeling skills and you will be much happier with the results, even if not perfect!

There is just something about a scratch built model that stands out!

Rick

Thank you both for your kind words, very much appreciated.

 

Yup, the Keel issues are now but a memory.... 🙂

Over the past few days I have been tinkering, thinking about the next logical steps.

I assembled the Chain Plates, accounting for all of them. (I think I'll have to solder the middle link joint)

Inside Bulwark Planking/Stanchions and Pin Rails have to be next.

 

All good fun!!

 

Cheers and Regards,

 

Harry.

Completed Builds:

 

A/L Bluenose II

A/L Mare Nostrum

Sergal/Mantua Cutty Sark

A/L Pen Duick

A/L Fulgaro

Amati/Partworks 1/200 Bismarck

A/L Sanson

  • 2 weeks later...
Posted

Hello Everyone!

 

I bought this kit for my 87 year old father at the end of last year. He is really enjoying it.

 

However, he now looking for some parts that he needs. Apparently, he does not have enough of the chain plates. I think he is about 10 shy I believe.

 

I have been scouring the internet and cannot find them for this ship. The ones I find come to a point rather than rounded.

 

Would anyone here have a clue where I could get me hands on this for him? It would be greatly appreciated!!!

 

Jami Gibson

Posted
On 10/13/2024 at 8:02 AM, Jami Gibson said:

Hello Everyone!

 

I bought this kit for my 87 year old father at the end of last year. He is really enjoying it.

 

However, he now looking for some parts that he needs. Apparently, he does not have enough of the chain plates. I think he is about 10 shy I believe.

 

I have been scouring the internet and cannot find them for this ship. The ones I find come to a point rather than rounded.

 

Would anyone here have a clue where I could get me hands on this for him? It would be greatly appreciated!!!

 

Jami Gibson

 

On 10/13/2024 at 12:48 PM, Ian_Grant said:

I would try contacting Mamoli for parts.

HJ Jami/Ian,

Sorry to hear of the missing parts....

I do not believe that Mamoli is a company any longer, I may be wrong, but I believe that a fire ended thier business,

 

I think that you may be able to source Chain Plats as a Photo Etch accessory and is something that I want to have a look at also at some stage.

Unsure of what company might deal with this but worth a look?

 

I have also seen You-Tube videos on hot to make them, they don't look too difficult, maybe with a little practice.

 

I wish you all the best with your endeavors..

 

Cheers and Regards,

 

Harry.

Completed Builds:

 

A/L Bluenose II

A/L Mare Nostrum

Sergal/Mantua Cutty Sark

A/L Pen Duick

A/L Fulgaro

Amati/Partworks 1/200 Bismarck

A/L Sanson

Posted
On 10/12/2024 at 3:02 PM, Jami Gibson said:

Hello Everyone!

 

I bought this kit for my 87 year old father at the end of last year. He is really enjoying it.

 

However, he now looking for some parts that he needs. Apparently, he does not have enough of the chain plates. I think he is about 10 shy I believe.

 

I have been scouring the internet and cannot find them for this ship. The ones I find come to a point rather than rounded.

 

Would anyone here have a clue where I could get me hands on this for him? It would be greatly appreciated!!!

 

Jami Gibson

 

 

As mentioned, Mamoli went out of business but Dusek has re-released  most of their kits.   Do you know if you bought the Dusek kit, or is it an old Mamoli version.

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The new Dusek kit looks like this image.

“Indecision may or may not be my problem.”
― Jimmy Buffett

Current builds:    Rattlesnake

On Hold:  HMS Resolution ( AKA Ferrett )

In the Gallery: Yacht Mary,  Gretel, French Cannon

Posted

Thanks Gregory.

Speaking for myself, I bought the old version....

 

Cheers....HOF.

Completed Builds:

 

A/L Bluenose II

A/L Mare Nostrum

Sergal/Mantua Cutty Sark

A/L Pen Duick

A/L Fulgaro

Amati/Partworks 1/200 Bismarck

A/L Sanson

Posted

Hi All,

Bit of an update....

 

  • Bow and Stern Main Rail Prepped (Stern: 4 X laminations 1.0 X 1.0mm Not yet trimmed to length)
  • Waterways, Bulwark Planking, Bulwark Stanchions and Pin Rails installed (Main Deck)
  • Bulwark "Clamp" installed

 

Remainder of Bulwarks to be Planked/Waterways installed, Bow, Main and Poop.

 

I'll see how this progresses tomorrow.

 

Cheers....HOF.

 

Photos:

 

 

DSC_0828.jpg

DSC_0829.jpg

DSC_0830.jpg

DSC_0832.jpg

Completed Builds:

 

A/L Bluenose II

A/L Mare Nostrum

Sergal/Mantua Cutty Sark

A/L Pen Duick

A/L Fulgaro

Amati/Partworks 1/200 Bismarck

A/L Sanson

Posted

Hi All,

Small update:

  • Inboard Bulwark Planking completed (Maple)
  • Remainder of Waterways installed
  • Main Rail installed

It certainly helped to have components for the Main Rail pre-bent to more or less conform to the Bulwarks.

The Main Rail still required some small persuasion to conform to the curves.

 

Next task.... Undecided at the mo. Thoughts: are:

  • Drill holes for Pedestal Rods
  • Poop Deck Rail
  • Deck Fittings, Bitts/Fife Rails
  • Water Casks

That's me for today. 🙂

 

Cheers....HOF.

 

Photos:

 

 

DSC_0828.jpg

DSC_0829.jpg

DSC_0830.jpg

Completed Builds:

 

A/L Bluenose II

A/L Mare Nostrum

Sergal/Mantua Cutty Sark

A/L Pen Duick

A/L Fulgaro

Amati/Partworks 1/200 Bismarck

A/L Sanson

Posted

Wonderful job....I hope you have been following the threads on the newly realized McKay cutwater and naval hoods..... and forecastle changes to the plans of these models.  Most manufacturers get it all wrong, making their models sorely inaccurate.

 

Good build.

 

Rob

Current build:

Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196

 

 

Finished build:

Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/#

 

Current build(On hold):

Build log: 1/96  Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/

 

Completed build:  http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/

The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."

Posted

Thanks Rob,

Many thanks for the Heads-Up!!

Would you have any links to the info?

 

To date, I am using Scott Branders plans as reference.

 

Cheers and Regards,

 

Harry.

 

Completed Builds:

 

A/L Bluenose II

A/L Mare Nostrum

Sergal/Mantua Cutty Sark

A/L Pen Duick

A/L Fulgaro

Amati/Partworks 1/200 Bismarck

A/L Sanson

Posted
8 hours ago, hof00 said:

Thanks Rob,

Many thanks for the Heads-Up!!

Would you have any links to the info?

 

To date, I am using Scott Branders plans as reference.

 

Cheers and Regards,

 

Harry.

 

Pm Clipperfan and he’ll lay it all out for you.  Fascinating stuff.  
 

Rob

Current build:

Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196

 

 

Finished build:

Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/#

 

Current build(On hold):

Build log: 1/96  Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/

 

Completed build:  http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/

The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."

Posted
8 hours ago, hof00 said:

Thanks Rob,

Many thanks for the Heads-Up!!

Would you have any links to the info?

 

To date, I am using Scott Branders plans as reference.

 

Cheers and Regards,

 

Harry.

 

Pm Clipperfan and he’ll lay it all out for you.  Fascinating stuff.  
 

Rob

Current build:

Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196

 

 

Finished build:

Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/#

 

Current build(On hold):

Build log: 1/96  Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/

 

Completed build:  http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/

The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."

Posted (edited)

Hi All,

Small update:

 

  • Catheads prepared
  • Fore Deck Mooring Bitts prepared
  • Fore and Main Mast Fife Rails prepared
  • Master Blank for Water Casks prepared and planked (This will be cut into six 21.0mm lengths, Strapped and Deck Supports manufactured.)
  • Fore and Main Hatches will be re-built
  • Main Mast "Step" (Housing) improved

In all, it's starting to look a little more like a ship!!

 

Plenty more to go.... 🙂

 

Cheers.... HOF.

 

Photos:

 

DSC_0831.jpg

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DSC_0836.jpg

Edited by hof00

Completed Builds:

 

A/L Bluenose II

A/L Mare Nostrum

Sergal/Mantua Cutty Sark

A/L Pen Duick

A/L Fulgaro

Amati/Partworks 1/200 Bismarck

A/L Sanson

Posted

Hi All,

Small update:

 

Water Casks completed, six of them - 3 Port and 3 Starboard.

(My photos are a little out of focus so apologies for that.)

 

Cheers....HOF.

 

Photos: 

 

 

DSC_0836.jpg

DSC_0839.jpg

DSC_0840.jpg

DSC_0843.jpg

Completed Builds:

 

A/L Bluenose II

A/L Mare Nostrum

Sergal/Mantua Cutty Sark

A/L Pen Duick

A/L Fulgaro

Amati/Partworks 1/200 Bismarck

A/L Sanson

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