augie Posted February 26, 2013 #31 Posted February 26, 2013 Beautiful work on those galleries. Wow. Quote Augie Current Build: US Frigate Confederacy - MS 1:64 Previous Builds : US Brig Syren (MS) - 2013 (see Completed Ship Gallery) Greek Tug Ulises (OcCre) - 2009 (see Completed Ship Gallery) Victory Cross Section (Corel) - 1988 Essex (MS) 1/8"- 1976 Cutty Sark (Revell 1:96) - 1956
BRiddoch Posted February 26, 2013 Author #32 Posted February 26, 2013 Thanks Augie. Transom trim using various sizes of styrene. Bob R. Trussben and CaptainSteve 2 Quote San Diego Ship Modelers' GuildNautical Research Guild USS Constitution Ship Modelers GuildUSS Constitution - Model Shipways - 1:76 scale. 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways - 1:48 scale Higaki Kaisen - Woody Joe - 1:72 scale
BRiddoch Posted February 26, 2013 Author #33 Posted February 26, 2013 Continued with transom trim. I had the chance to use a bit of actual Constitution in the base of the towing bridals. Ships name plate installed. Transom complete. Bob R. Quote San Diego Ship Modelers' GuildNautical Research Guild USS Constitution Ship Modelers GuildUSS Constitution - Model Shipways - 1:76 scale. 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways - 1:48 scale Higaki Kaisen - Woody Joe - 1:72 scale
Capt.Bob Posted February 26, 2013 #34 Posted February 26, 2013 Bob, Thanks for the photos. I have been saving everything (237 ea.), which will be a geat addition to the parcticum. By the way, are folks aware that a complete set of the restoration engineering drawing are available from the Boston Navel District. The drawings include everything from the keel to the Captain's cutlery and furntiure. The CD only cost about $30. Keep up the great work, Bob Quote Bob ____________________________________________ Current Build: Mantua "USS Constitution - 1797" Pending: Model Shipways "USS Constitution" Completed: Model Shipways "USF Essex -1799" Model Shipways "New Bedford Whale Boat" Billings "Zwarta Zee" (RC) BlueJacket "Sequin" Tugboat (RC)
BRiddoch Posted March 2, 2013 Author #35 Posted March 2, 2013 Thanks for the information Bob. There seem to be quite a few folks building Constitution. Bob R. Quote San Diego Ship Modelers' GuildNautical Research Guild USS Constitution Ship Modelers GuildUSS Constitution - Model Shipways - 1:76 scale. 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways - 1:48 scale Higaki Kaisen - Woody Joe - 1:72 scale
BRiddoch Posted March 2, 2013 Author #36 Posted March 2, 2013 Cheek knees constructed and installed port and starboard side. Painted black and trimmed with styrene. Bob R. Quote San Diego Ship Modelers' GuildNautical Research Guild USS Constitution Ship Modelers GuildUSS Constitution - Model Shipways - 1:76 scale. 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways - 1:48 scale Higaki Kaisen - Woody Joe - 1:72 scale
Geoff Matson Posted March 3, 2013 #37 Posted March 3, 2013 Hello Bob Thanks for putting your build log up. Looks great. Once I figure this all out I will put mine up Geoff Quote Geoff NRG member #2666Current build : USS Constitution Finished builds: Armed Virginia Sloop (in gallery)
BRiddoch Posted March 5, 2013 Author #38 Posted March 5, 2013 Thanks Geoff...your Connie is looking great also. Bob R. Quote San Diego Ship Modelers' GuildNautical Research Guild USS Constitution Ship Modelers GuildUSS Constitution - Model Shipways - 1:76 scale. 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways - 1:48 scale Higaki Kaisen - Woody Joe - 1:72 scale
dcbriski Posted March 8, 2013 #39 Posted March 8, 2013 Hey bob, did you make the stand that your connie is sitting on or did you buy it....if ya bought it where can i find it, I am tired of working with the one I got. Quote Dave B.
dcbriski Posted March 8, 2013 #40 Posted March 8, 2013 nvm bob found the answer to my own question but I assume its an amati clamp Quote Dave B.
BRiddoch Posted March 19, 2013 Author #41 Posted March 19, 2013 It is an Amati Keel clamp dcbriski...sorry, I did not see your question. Bob R. Quote San Diego Ship Modelers' GuildNautical Research Guild USS Constitution Ship Modelers GuildUSS Constitution - Model Shipways - 1:76 scale. 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways - 1:48 scale Higaki Kaisen - Woody Joe - 1:72 scale
Old Sea Dog Posted March 19, 2013 #42 Posted March 19, 2013 Thanks for reposting your log I love this ship Quote Dave No problem can be solved from the level of consciousness that created it. Albert Einstein
BRiddoch Posted March 19, 2013 Author #43 Posted March 19, 2013 Constructed the head rails. Third head rail was the most difficult due to the turns it has to make. I used basswood stock to construct these rails which are formed from three separate pieces. The second rail is pretty straightforward. Once the second rail is installed I built the timbers and finally installed the third rail. Bob R. Quote San Diego Ship Modelers' GuildNautical Research Guild USS Constitution Ship Modelers GuildUSS Constitution - Model Shipways - 1:76 scale. 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways - 1:48 scale Higaki Kaisen - Woody Joe - 1:72 scale
BRiddoch Posted March 19, 2013 Author #44 Posted March 19, 2013 Evergreen Strip Styrene was used to trim the head rails. Bob R. Quote San Diego Ship Modelers' GuildNautical Research Guild USS Constitution Ship Modelers GuildUSS Constitution - Model Shipways - 1:76 scale. 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways - 1:48 scale Higaki Kaisen - Woody Joe - 1:72 scale
BRiddoch Posted March 20, 2013 Author #45 Posted March 20, 2013 Constructed the "Seats of Ease" using supplied grating and some left over Swiss Pear. Top rails was then added and the head area was planked. Bob R. CaptainSteve 1 Quote San Diego Ship Modelers' GuildNautical Research Guild USS Constitution Ship Modelers GuildUSS Constitution - Model Shipways - 1:76 scale. 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways - 1:48 scale Higaki Kaisen - Woody Joe - 1:72 scale
BRiddoch Posted March 20, 2013 Author #46 Posted March 20, 2013 In December of 2012 while driving from San Diego to Los Angeles to attend the monthly SMA meeting, disaster struck. The Constitution decided to leave the backseat and attempt to get in the from seat...it failed. Bob R. Quote San Diego Ship Modelers' GuildNautical Research Guild USS Constitution Ship Modelers GuildUSS Constitution - Model Shipways - 1:76 scale. 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways - 1:48 scale Higaki Kaisen - Woody Joe - 1:72 scale
CaptainSteve Posted March 20, 2013 #47 Posted March 20, 2013 (edited) Continued with transom trim. I had the chance to use a bit of actual Constitution in the base of the towing bridals. Ships name plate installed. Transom complete. Bob R. [sHOCKED PAUSE AS BOB RE-BUILDS] In memory of MSW1, may I just say ...... "Bob, I'm not an American, but even I felt like belting out a few bars of the 'Star-Spangled Banner' with THAT little kit-bash." 'Oh! Say can you seeeeeeeeeeee ... ' Edited March 20, 2013 by CaptainSteve BRiddoch 1 Quote CaptainSteve Current Build: HM Granado Bomb Vessel (Caldercraft) My BathTub: Queen Anne Barge (Syren Ship Models) Log: Queen Anne Barge (an build log) Bounty Launch (Model Shipways) Log: Bounty Launch by CaptainSteve Apostol Felipe (OcCre) HMS Victory (Constructo) Check It Out: The Kit-Basher's Guide to The Galaxy Website: The Life & Boats of CaptainSteve
jml1083 Posted March 20, 2013 #48 Posted March 20, 2013 Hi Bob, So sorry to see the damage that was done to your Conny! I'm sure you will rebuild it even better than before. I've been following your build for a long time, you are doing a great job. Quote Jim L What we ever hope to do with ease, we must learn first to do with diligence. - Samuel Johnson On the Building Ways: Launched: Contracts Signed: Member: The Nautical Research Guild The US Naval Institute
runner63 Posted March 20, 2013 #49 Posted March 20, 2013 Nothing worse that a ship that gets a mind of its own to set sail. Condolences to you and your fine ship. runner63 Quote
BRiddoch Posted March 20, 2013 Author #50 Posted March 20, 2013 The rebuild is just about complete. It actually came out better the second time around. Pics to follow later today. Bob R. CaptainSteve and augie 2 Quote San Diego Ship Modelers' GuildNautical Research Guild USS Constitution Ship Modelers GuildUSS Constitution - Model Shipways - 1:76 scale. 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways - 1:48 scale Higaki Kaisen - Woody Joe - 1:72 scale
BRiddoch Posted March 20, 2013 Author #51 Posted March 20, 2013 By the way Jim...I was on FF1087 (USS Kirk) back in the early 80's. Loved steaming those plants. Bob R. Quote San Diego Ship Modelers' GuildNautical Research Guild USS Constitution Ship Modelers GuildUSS Constitution - Model Shipways - 1:76 scale. 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways - 1:48 scale Higaki Kaisen - Woody Joe - 1:72 scale
Modeler12 Posted March 20, 2013 #52 Posted March 20, 2013 (edited) I was not aware of this until just now Bob. You must have had the shock of your life. I guess you did not run into anything else while driving under the influence of shock. Please say you are going to fix the damage. Sorry I just saw your post above that you have fixed the damage. Edited March 20, 2013 by Modeler12 Quote Jay Current build Cross Section USS Constitution http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/10120-cross-section-forward-area-of-the-uss-constitution/ Finished USS Constitution: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/103-uss-constitution-by-modeler12/ 'A picture is worth a . . . . .' More is better . . . .
BRiddoch Posted March 20, 2013 Author #53 Posted March 20, 2013 The disaster happened on a Wednesday. The following Saturday repairs began. I was able to salvage the stem which broke off fairly clean. I was also able to save the cheeks and rails. I rebuilt the timbers using boxwood which allowed for much cleaner lines. Head was replanked and the unique white trim which defines the Constitution was reapplied. Bob R. capnharv2 1 Quote San Diego Ship Modelers' GuildNautical Research Guild USS Constitution Ship Modelers GuildUSS Constitution - Model Shipways - 1:76 scale. 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways - 1:48 scale Higaki Kaisen - Woody Joe - 1:72 scale
capnharv2 Posted March 20, 2013 #54 Posted March 20, 2013 Bob, Looking good on the rebuild! Harvey Quote
BRiddoch Posted March 20, 2013 Author #55 Posted March 20, 2013 Repairs continued. Bob R. JPett 1 Quote San Diego Ship Modelers' GuildNautical Research Guild USS Constitution Ship Modelers GuildUSS Constitution - Model Shipways - 1:76 scale. 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways - 1:48 scale Higaki Kaisen - Woody Joe - 1:72 scale
BRiddoch Posted March 20, 2013 Author #56 Posted March 20, 2013 Last week I drilled out and installed the hawse ports. This is how she sits as of last Saturday. I am currently on travel in the Bremerton, WA. area till Friday. I plan on starting copper plating this coming weekend before I head off to Japan for 6 weeks. Bob R. Brigg Fair and CaptainSteve 2 Quote San Diego Ship Modelers' GuildNautical Research Guild USS Constitution Ship Modelers GuildUSS Constitution - Model Shipways - 1:76 scale. 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways - 1:48 scale Higaki Kaisen - Woody Joe - 1:72 scale
JeffT Posted March 20, 2013 #57 Posted March 20, 2013 Looking good! Glad to see she is back in service. Quote Jeff In progress: Medway Longboat 1742 - Syren Ship Model Company -1/2" scale USS Constitution - Model Shipways - Scale 1:76 HMS Granado - CAF Model - 1:48 HMS Sphinx - Vanguard
Jaxboat Posted March 20, 2013 #58 Posted March 20, 2013 Looks like the operation was a success and the patient is on the mend. Welldone, Bob Quote
Geoff Matson Posted March 20, 2013 #59 Posted March 20, 2013 (edited) Bob You should have posted this in the BooBoos section Great save and everything is looking great. Edited March 20, 2013 by Geoff Matson Quote Geoff NRG member #2666Current build : USS Constitution Finished builds: Armed Virginia Sloop (in gallery)
augie Posted March 21, 2013 #60 Posted March 21, 2013 Great job, Bob. Will look forward to further progress once you return to base. Quote Augie Current Build: US Frigate Confederacy - MS 1:64 Previous Builds : US Brig Syren (MS) - 2013 (see Completed Ship Gallery) Greek Tug Ulises (OcCre) - 2009 (see Completed Ship Gallery) Victory Cross Section (Corel) - 1988 Essex (MS) 1/8"- 1976 Cutty Sark (Revell 1:96) - 1956
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