Medway Longboat 1742 by KennyH78 - 1/2” Scale

[KennyH78]

I have had this kit stashed in my closet for over a year and figured it was about time I got started on it.  I only have the boat and the custom display base mini-kit.  I was unable to procure the mast and rigging package.  I may still try to build it with the mast and have it rigged out if I can find some info on how it is rigged.  I have already built the Model Shipways longboat kit.  

 

I started out by glueing the veneers onto the 1/4” cherry piece for the base (I’ll post a pic of that on my next update).  Then I built up both versions of the keel.  I have still yet to decide which version I will use, but I leaning on using the more accurate version (the one that Chuck had you carve the joints).  I’m going to put some wipe on poly on them both and then make my decision tomorrow.

  

[robert952]

Hopping on board to follow the build. 

[KennyH78]

Got some more work done on the display base.  All that is needed to do is to get the ends trimmed flush, sand it all smooth and apply some wipe on poly.

I also got the bolts installed on the keel and glued the transom in place.

Now it is time to start focusing on the frames.