Capt. Kelso Posted Monday at 12:45 PM #1 Posted Monday at 12:45 PM I'm considering buying a rope serving machine. I've never used one but don't think I need anything elaborate. Anyone have experience with the Syren Serv-o-matic rope serving machine. It looks well-made and easy to use. Other options? Ryland Craze 1
Y.T. Posted Monday at 12:52 PM #2 Posted Monday at 12:52 PM I recommend this machine. I own it. I use it. It will last. https://www.shipworkshop.com/product-page/sm4-series-serving-machines-wrapping-machines Ryland Craze 1
palmerit Posted Monday at 01:37 PM #3 Posted Monday at 01:37 PM I'm in the middle of assembling the Syren Servo-Matic, so I haven't had a chance to try it. I can say that the materials are great and the instructions are clear - you need to download the instructions online since they're (understandably) not included in the actual kit. There is a video on the Syren site for using it: https://syrenshipmodelcompany.com/serving-machine.php I've seen the shipworkshop.com one recommended on here a few times. It's twice as much as the Syren one, but is metal and I think has a motor. They also have a combo serving / rope walking machine for nearly $500. Current Builds: Sherbourne 1763 (Vanguard Models), Ranger 1864 (Vanguard Models), San Francisco Bay Scow Schooner (Midwest Products), Gunboat Philadelphia (Model Shipways) In the Queue: Oseberg (Ships of Pavel Nikiten), Zulu 1900 (Vanguard Models), Endurance (Occre), Syren US Brig 1803 (Model Shipways), Duchess of Kingston (Vanguard Models) Completed Builds: Lowell Grand Banks Dory (Model Shipways), 18th-Century Merchantman Half-Hull Planking Kit (NRG), Norwegian Pram (Model Shipways), Endurance (Lego), Muscongus Bay Lobster Smack (Model Shipways), Grand Banks Dory (Midwest Products)
clarkt Posted Monday at 03:02 PM #4 Posted Monday at 03:02 PM I've had the Serv-o-matic for a few years, now and use it often. I was surprised how easy it was to get good results. Ryland Craze and Knocklouder 2
Desertanimal Posted Monday at 03:23 PM #5 Posted Monday at 03:23 PM I’ve been using the Syren machine for a few months now and it works great. You can check my latest build log of my alert. I’ve been using it pretty extensively. With that said I’m thinking of scratch building one because I would much rather have a motor on it. Chris Ryland Craze 1
Knocklouder Posted Monday at 03:55 PM #6 Posted Monday at 03:55 PM (edited) @Capt. Kelso I would recommend the Serv-o -Matic machine for sure. Buy it lol. Knocklouder Edited Monday at 04:04 PM by Knocklouder Ryland Craze 1 "Start so you can Finish!" In progress: Astrolabe 1812 - Mantua ; Golden Hind - 1578-Air Fix. In queue: Pegasus - Amati Completed: The Dutchess of Kingston - Vanguard Models 🙂 Santa Maria - La Pinta - La Nina - Hannah Ship in a bottle- The Mayflower - Viking Ship Drakkar - all by Amati. King of the Mississippi - Artesania Latina - The Sea of Galilee Boat - Scott Miller
Capt. Kelso Posted Tuesday at 10:36 AM Author #7 Posted Tuesday at 10:36 AM Thanks everyone for the feedback and recommendations. I'm going to order the Serv-o-matic.
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