BRiddoch #1 Posted February 18, 2013 I am building Model Shipways USS Constitution as she sits today. I am using Bob Hunt's practicum. I started the build in June of 2009. Today is a holiday, I have a pot of coffee brewing and about 200 photos to upload. Enjoy. Bob Riddoch 1 tignac reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JToma #2 Posted February 18, 2013 Thanks for rebuilding the log. I've been wondering how you are doing with your build. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
augie #3 Posted February 18, 2013 Thank you Bob for deciding to re-post. I followed your build previously and think it's fantastic. I was thinking of you when the site went dark as one of the folks who certainly faced MAJOR adverisity. I recalled your mishap in bringing the ship out for a meeting and, coupled with the fact that your log was one of the stalwarts of the old forum, I didn't know if you'd come back. I applaud your effort. Enjoy your coffee. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #4 Posted February 18, 2013 Thanks guys. "Never give up the ship". Bob R. 1 CaptainSteve reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
figuerres #5 Posted February 18, 2013 will enjoy seeing the build here .... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #6 Posted February 18, 2013 Keel and frame build up. Bob R. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
patrickmil #7 Posted February 18, 2013 Bob, I'm happy to see you on the website again. Your build log was invaluable both as an inspiration and a practical guide. 1 CaptainSteve reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #8 Posted February 18, 2013 Transom and bow filler pieces. Bob R. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #9 Posted February 18, 2013 Transom and bow framing along with waterway installation. Bob R. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #10 Posted February 18, 2013 Transom and bow framing. Bulwark planking. Upper gunports cut. Bob R Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #11 Posted February 18, 2013 Inner and outer upper bulwark planking. Bob R. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bahamas Diver #12 Posted February 18, 2013 Bob, I think your work space is much too neat Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #13 Posted February 18, 2013 Gunport framing and planking. Bob R. 1 Bluebeard reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #14 Posted February 18, 2013 Thanks David but remember these are old pictures. You will see the progression of clutter along with the progression of Connie. Bob R. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jml1083 #15 Posted February 18, 2013 Hi Bob, Nice to see you are rebuilding your log. I've been following it for close to 2 years. Jim Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #16 Posted February 18, 2013 Thanks Jim. Here I have planked the transom and stepped the masts along with making the hatch frames. I ordered Swiss Pear from Jeff at Hobby Mill to manufacture the hatches. Top quality stuff as always from Jeff. Bob R. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #17 Posted February 18, 2013 Deck planking. I used the supplied basswood which came with the kit. Bob R. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #18 Posted February 18, 2013 Completed deck planking and applied stain. The stain was a mixture of black and brown paint applied as a wipe. Once the deck was complete it was time to install the bulwark rivets. The rivets were purchased from the Tichy Train Group and are .035". Each rivet hole was individually drilled using a #77 Drill Bit (actually, about 20 drill bits). Bulwarks were then painted that distictive Constitution green. Bob R. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #19 Posted February 18, 2013 Green paint applied to the inner bulwarks. Bob R. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #20 Posted February 18, 2013 Started installing the cap rails. Got some nice boxwood from Jeff Hayes. I wanted a harder wood to make the groove details in the rails. Once the rails were installed, upper bulwark was planked, riveted, and painted. Bob R. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rustyj #21 Posted February 18, 2013 Hi Bob, This is fun. At least for me. Now I can relive your build. It's like having a flash back. 1 CaptainSteve reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CaptainSteve #22 Posted February 20, 2013 Bob's back !!!! 1 BRiddoch reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #23 Posted February 24, 2013 Completed planking, installing and rivetting upper bulwarks. Planked the transom counter and installed the base of the galleries. Bob R. 2 HIPEXEC and dswitt reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #24 Posted February 24, 2013 Started hull planking. Using basswood provided in the kit. Bob R. 2 Shamrock and HIPEXEC reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #25 Posted February 24, 2013 Completed hull planking and applied a few coats of Wipe-on Poly. Bob R. 2 CaptMorgan and HIPEXEC reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JSGerson #26 Posted February 24, 2013 Glad you are back. I'll be following Mr. Hunt practicum as well and your experience with it starting in about a year or so. I'm half way through the Mamoli Rattlesnake using Bob's practicum. So as soon as I take a small breather from that when it's complete, I'm off to the races again. Watching you follow him should help me. Keep up the wonderful work and photgraphs Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #27 Posted February 24, 2013 Thanks JSGerson. Bob R. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #28 Posted February 24, 2013 Built the stern gallery's, painted the hull, installed the windows and gallery trim and started preparing the transom for details. I found that the Badger Brand of paint worked best for me. Very thin and goes on smooth. Bob R. 2 trippwj and HIPEXEC reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riverboat #29 Posted February 24, 2013 Hi Bob....... Nice to see your build back up...... the hull planking looks really nice. I'll have to remember to keep tabs on your progress!! Frank Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRiddoch #30 Posted February 26, 2013 Thanks Frank. Bob R. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites