Tecko Posted April 10, 2017 #121 Posted April 10, 2017 What a beautiful ship. I am in awe of it. Does she need a captain? mtaylor 1 Peter. Current Builds: Wardell Bridge, Bridge on River Kwai, ADLIB-1, and the U-2540
EdT Posted April 10, 2017 #122 Posted April 10, 2017 We've been missing your beautiful work, Bruce. Great to see you back. Ed mtaylor 1 All EdT posted material Copyright 2016 Edward J Tosti Young America - extreme clipper 1853 Young America POB Version Modeling the Extreme Clipper Young America Vol 1 1:60 HMS Naiad 1797 The Naiad Frigate Vol I The Naiad Frigate Vol II1:96 Victory
rwiederrich Posted April 10, 2017 #123 Posted April 10, 2017 Bruce..you've been greatly missed. Glad your medical report is a happy one.....God bless. You have produced a model of the lightning that is unsurpassed. A tribute to the genius of Donald McKay. Rob mtaylor 1 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."
von stetina Posted April 10, 2017 Author #124 Posted April 10, 2017 Thank you everyone, I wish my photography was better. When finished I'll hang a neutral gray something behind it and do a better job of it. My last bit of rigging that I'm putting in is a real problem to do. Apparently the heart problem made me stupid too as I completely skipped the harbor stow of sheets connected to the above clew lines as described in the Underhill book. Home from the hospital I got into the model room to look at my work and immediately saw what I'd done. I looked at the several feet of fine chain left aside for doing the lower sheets and about freaked. Reaching in in there around the main mast was tough. Things aren't as nice as I'd like. I'd also left out most of the staysail rigging. I spent a lot of time repairing damage done getting into the already there rigging. I inadvertently cut braces with my safety razor blade on a stick tool, etc. etc. I'm super anxious to start a new model. I might even re-do Lightning. I'm looking at either Red Jacket, or the 4 mast barque Parma too. Bruce mtaylor and Rudolf 2
Jim Lad Posted April 10, 2017 #125 Posted April 10, 2017 Great to know that you've come through your medical problems OK, Bruce. It's a delight to see more photos of your lovely clipper. John mtaylor 1
Tigersteve Posted May 4, 2017 #126 Posted May 4, 2017 Joining in late on this one. Steve Current: Mayflower- Model Shipways Completed: Lowell Grand Banks Dory- Model Shipways English Pinnace- Model Shipways 18th Century Longboat- Model Shipways
mcpwilk Posted May 5, 2017 #127 Posted May 5, 2017 If you want the ensign to hang more realistically, soak it in water until pliable, fold it into the position you want then put some rubber bands etc round it to hold the shape. once dry, the shape will be maintained. happy modelling, Mike
MartinB Posted May 5, 2017 #128 Posted May 5, 2017 I love your work. Clippers are my reason for modelling ships. Cheers Martin
rwiederrich Posted May 5, 2017 #129 Posted May 5, 2017 2 hours ago, MartinB said: I love your work. Clippers are my reason for modelling ships. Cheers Martin A man after my own heart. My very reason as well... I am captivated...and Bruce's Lightning is among the best representations I have the pleasure of enjoying. 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."
Rick310 Posted December 2, 2024 #130 Posted December 2, 2024 Just discovered this blog, beautiful work!! Rick
rwiederrich Posted December 12, 2024 #131 Posted December 12, 2024 On 12/2/2024 at 10:10 AM, Rick310 said: Just discovered this blog, beautiful work!! Rick Bruce built an amazing Lightning...indeed. 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."
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