Speedwell 1752 by Seventynet (Ian) - Syren Ship Model Company - 1:32 Scale - POF Sloop

[Seventynet]

Hi all,

 

Here is my slightly modified version of Chuck’s Speedwell based on Greg and David’s plan. Over a year ago I had planned on upscaling David’s drawings to the same scale as Chuck’s and proceeded to build the keel assembly. After I made some headway I got wrapped up building a CNC mill and learning how to program it. A year flew by as I watched Chuck’s genius in putting together his kit. I could not resist the temptation and decided that I would go the kit way instead, except for using the boxwood (Castello) keel I had already gotten a good start on. Although Chuck’s version of David’s drawings (scaled up) are very similar, they are not identical. However, the keel assembly is close enough (I hope 🫣). I used a router to make the rabbet. The false keel is ebony. I have used a Mylar copy glued onto my building board. 

Cheers,

Ian

[Freebird]

Very nice Ian! I was wondering about the wood, now I know. It’ll look nice on the model.

 

Best Regards …. Rick

[Seventynet]

Greetings,

 

Let the real work begin! I am ready to start the frames.

 

I realized that the keel I had made a year ago is slightly thicker than Chuck’s but I think I can get away with a little tapering at the stern when the time comes. The rest of the fittings were straightforward although I had my fair share of screwups. I decided to employ a higher build board jig so that the stern and stem posts were clasped at their tops - though I know that these extensions will get in my way later. I will interchange the lower jigs when the time comes. 

 

Cheers,

Ian