CaptainBlackbeard Posted July 30 Share #1 Posted July 30 (edited) Hello everyone, My name is Robert, and I'm excited to join this fantastic community of model ship builders! I have a diverse background in fields such as geology, carpentry, mechanics, IT, and prop-making for the film industry. Recently, I have developed a passion for model ship building. My journey into this hobby began with a love for intricate craftsmanship and a fascination with maritime history. With experience in 3D printing and design, I'm eager to explore how these modern techniques can enhance traditional shipbuilding methods. My time as a Journeyman Propmaker for IATSE Local 44, building movie sets for big production companies, has honed my attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills. I'm looking forward to diving into discussions, learning from all of you, and sharing my projects and insights. Whether it's constructing a detailed galleon, a sleek yacht, or a historical warship, I'm thrilled to be part of a community that shares this unique and rewarding interest. I'm here to exchange ideas, offer advice, and, most importantly, connect with fellow enthusiasts who are as passionate about model ship building as I am. Let's create something extraordinary together! Fair winds and happy building, Robert Edited July 30 by CaptainBlackbeard Wrong grammar tmj, ERS Rich, Thukydides and 7 others 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snug Harbor Johnny Posted July 30 Share #2 Posted July 30 Welcome to the forum, mate !!! These's much to see and learn, so dive in and enjoy! mtaylor, Keith Black, Ryland Craze and 2 others 5 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...
Keith Black Posted July 30 Share #3 Posted July 30 Robert, welcome to MSW. Glad to have you aboard. CaptainBlackbeard, tmj, mtaylor and 1 other 3 1 Quote Current Builds: 1880s Floating Steam Donkey Pile Driver Wood Hull Screw Frigate USS Tennessee Decorative Carrack Warship Restoration, the Amelia Completed: Early Swift 1805 Model Restoration Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjay Posted July 30 Share #4 Posted July 30 mtaylor, Keith Black, CaptainBlackbeard and 3 others 5 1 Quote Mark Phoenix, AZ Current builds; Previous builds, in rough order of execution; Shipjack, Peterbrough Canoe, Flying Fish, Half Moon, Britannia racing sloop, Whale boat, Bluenose, Picket boat, Viking longboat, Atlantic, Fair American, Mary Taylor, half hull Enterprise, Hacchoro, HMS Fly, Khufu Solar Boat. On the shelf; Royal Barge, Jefferson Davis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPDDET Posted July 30 Share #5 Posted July 30 Welcome! tmj, Ryland Craze, CaptainBlackbeard and 2 others 4 1 Quote Current build: NRG Half Hull Previous build: MS Bluenose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccoyle Posted July 30 Share #6 Posted July 30 Welcome aboard! Ryland Craze, Keith Black, mtaylor and 1 other 4 Quote Chris Coyle Greer, South Carolina When you have to shoot, shoot. Don't talk. - Tuco Current builds: Brigantine Phoenix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrandpaPhil Posted July 30 Share #7 Posted July 30 Welcome! CaptainBlackbeard, Keith Black, Ryland Craze and 2 others 4 1 Quote Building: 1:64 HMS Revenge (Victory Models plans) 1:64 Cat Esther (17th Century Dutch Merchant Ships) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knocklouder Posted July 31 Share #8 Posted July 31 Bob M. tmj, mtaylor, Ryland Craze and 2 others 4 1 Quote Start so you can Finish !! Finished: The Sea of Galilee Boat-Scott Miller-1:20 , Amati } Hannah Ship in a Bottle:Santa Maria : LA Pinta : La Nana : The Mayflower : Viking Ship Drakkar The King Of the Mississippi Artesania Latina 1:80 Current Build: Royal Yacht, Duchess of Kingston-Vanguard Models Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baker Posted July 31 Share #9 Posted July 31 CaptainBlackbeard, tmj, Keith Black and 1 other 3 1 Quote Regards, Patrick Finished : Soleil Royal Heller 1/100 Wasa Billing Boats Bounty Revell 1/110 plastic (semi scratch) Pelican / Golden Hind 1/45 scratch Current build : Mary Rose 1/50 scratch Gallery : Revell Bounty Pelican/Golden hind 1/45 scratch Shore leave, non ship models build logs : ADGZ M35 funkwagen 1/72 Einhets Pkw. Kfz.2 and 4 1/72 Autoblinda AB40 1/72 122mm A-19 & 152mm ML-20 & 12.8cm Pak.44 {K8 1/2} 1/72 10.5cm Howitzer 16 on Mark. VI(e) Centurion Mk.1 conversion M29 Weasel 1/72 SAM6 1/72 T26 Finland T26 TN 1/72 Autoprotetto S37 1/72 Opel Blitz buses 1/72 Boxer and MAN trucks 1/72 Hetzer38(t) Starr 1/72 Cleaning the 1/72 military collection Si vis pacem, para bellum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronald-V Posted July 31 Share #10 Posted July 31 Welcome! I hope you can learn something here and have fun Keith Black, mtaylor, tmj and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thukydides Posted July 31 Share #11 Posted July 31 Welcome to MSW! mtaylor, tmj, Keith Black and 1 other 3 1 Quote Current Builds: Type VII C U Boat (HobbyBoss); HMS Perseus (Scratch) Completed Builds: HM Cutter Alert (Vanguard Models) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiriusVoyager Posted August 1 Share #12 Posted August 1 Welcome to MSW! tmj, Keith Black, mtaylor and 1 other 3 1 Quote - Eric In the shipyard: San Francisco Cross Section Finished: Norwegian Sailing Pram, Lowell Grand Banks Dory, Muscongus bay lobster smack, OcCre Palamos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmj Posted August 1 Share #13 Posted August 1 Welcome aboard! Long ago, in a childhood far, far away (1960's), I once had an uncle who lived in Tempe, Az. I always enjoyed the trips to Tempe when we went to visit once per year. Keith Black, CaptainBlackbeard and mtaylor 3 Quote "The journey of a thousand miles is only the beginning of a thousand journeys!" Current Build; 1776 Gunboat Philadelphia, Navy-Board Style, Scratch Build 1:24 Scale On the Drawing Board; 1777 Continental Frigate 'Hancock', Scratch Build, Admiralty/Pseudo Hahn Style, "In work, active in CAD design stage!" In dry dock; Scratch Build of USS Constitution... on hold until further notice, if any. Constructro 'Cutty Sark' ... Hull completed, awaiting historically accurate modifications to the deck, deck houses, etc., "Gathering Dust!" Corel HMS Victory Cross Section kit "BASH"... being neglected! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccoyle Posted August 1 Share #14 Posted August 1 2 hours ago, tmj said: Long ago, in a childhood far, far away (1960's), I once had an uncle who lived in Tempe, Az. I was born in Tucson while my Dad was stationed at Davis-Monthan, so technically I'm a native Arizonan, though I was only two months old when we moved to California, and I've only been to Arizona one other time since then. But, hey, connections, dontcha know. 😉 CaptainBlackbeard, mtaylor, Keith Black and 1 other 4 Quote Chris Coyle Greer, South Carolina When you have to shoot, shoot. Don't talk. - Tuco Current builds: Brigantine Phoenix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmj Posted August 2 Share #15 Posted August 2 (edited) 21 hours ago, ccoyle said: my Dad was stationed at Davis-Monthan As a young lad, I used to dream about someday visiting Davis-Monthan and coming home with a an F4U, a P40 or a P51... then I found out what those things actually cost to purchase, restore and maintain, and I quickly woke up! 😮 Edited August 2 by tmj ccoyle, mtaylor and Keith Black 3 Quote "The journey of a thousand miles is only the beginning of a thousand journeys!" Current Build; 1776 Gunboat Philadelphia, Navy-Board Style, Scratch Build 1:24 Scale On the Drawing Board; 1777 Continental Frigate 'Hancock', Scratch Build, Admiralty/Pseudo Hahn Style, "In work, active in CAD design stage!" In dry dock; Scratch Build of USS Constitution... on hold until further notice, if any. Constructro 'Cutty Sark' ... Hull completed, awaiting historically accurate modifications to the deck, deck houses, etc., "Gathering Dust!" Corel HMS Victory Cross Section kit "BASH"... being neglected! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted August 3 Share #16 Posted August 3 tmj and Keith Black 2 Quote Mark "The shipwright is slow, but the wood is patient." - me Current Build: Past Builds: La Belle Poule 1765 - French Frigate from ANCRE plans - ON HOLD Triton Cross-Section NRG Hallf Hull Planking Kit HMS Sphinx 1775 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Non-Ship Model: On hold, maybe forever: CH-53 Sikorsky - 1:48 - Revell - Completed Licorne - 1755 from Hahn Plans (Scratch) Version 2.0 (Abandoned) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ERS Rich Posted August 5 Share #17 Posted August 5 Hello and welcome. Your skill set is a great foundation. Looking forward to seeing your work. mtaylor and Keith Black 2 Quote Build Logs: USS Maine, USS Constitution (Hull) Albums: Baltimore Clipper, Sherbourne Cutter, Lackawanna Tug, Eagle Coastal Schooner, Katy Pilot Boat, Sultana Colonial Schooner, Armed Virginia Sloop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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