US Brig Syren by Augie - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64

[lb0190]

Sjors, sorry to hear you were feeling ill. I hope you have a quick recovery. From your post I can tell your a ways from being 100% again - let me see if I help you...

 

Augie - Pictures please.

[Sjors]

Thanks for the head up Andy       

I know what you mean.

It is not the first time that I have this so I know how long it can be.

I wish myself better……..I don't wanna be sick !

 

Thanks Larry   

So Augie…..you have to do what a sick men is asking….pictures         

 

[augie]

Pictures of what ........ stained rags and worn out sandpaper ???????

 

SJORS--  I can't believe that you, who live only a stones' throw from the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, have never seen his painting Starry Night.

Here's a link to it for you:

 

http://www.vangoghgallery.com/painting/starry-night.html

 

I think he had pneumonia when he painted it.    

[Sjors]

Augie,

 

Thanks for the link.

 

I never see this picture from him and yes, I was a few times at the front of that museum but went never inside.

I don't like paintings…the same as Rembrandt…..

I lived close by but again, never been inside.

I prefer museums with old ships       

 

[augie]

OK, you are forgiven.  I prefer museums with ships myself

 

Now, considering you are probably delirious but continue to ask for photos, here's the latest:

 

 

Here, all the component parts have been sanded (220/320/400) until my right arm is double the original size.  The pieces have been pre-stained and now begin to look like red oak. 

 

The next step will be applying the diluted light oak stain followed by a few coats of poly.

 

 

[mtaylor]

Sjors,

 

When you're healthy, go to the museums.  Tell yourself you're looking for artwork for your ship.   

[Sjors]

Mark,

 

I've seen so many museums in my life but not with paintings from someone who's is drunk at the moment they are painting.

And paintings from someone who lives in 1600 is to old for me…….

When they shows the battle of Trafalgar or some thing like that, then it is an other story .

I'll be the first visitor.

Just like the completed gallery at this forum.

Some pieces are real museum pieces !

I can watch it for hours !

 

Augie,

 

Thank you very much for the pictures.

It's gonna be art work at the first level !

 

[rvchima]

Hi Augie,

 

I am glad to hear that you are home, feeling better, and back to work.

 

I do have a question about the case for your Syren.

The dimensions of my Syren are    32"L x 11 1/4"W x 26"H.

The dimensions of the GM7W are  34"L x 12"W       x 28"H.

The width dimensions are pretty close. Do you have enough clearance for the width of your model?

 

Rod

[riverboat]

Rod..... I think he hopes so!!

[augie]

I measured everything about 27 times.  Now that the case is here, she fits widthwise with perhaps 3/8" to spare on each side.  Yes, it's tight and I had originally ordered the 36" case  (which has a 14" width).......but that case wouldn't fit where I needed it to go so it will be used for Confederacy (suitably shortened in height).

 

Progress report -   The sanding, staining and poly operations have been completed.  Not worth a photo but I will get some as I assemble the case and get the final measurements to get the glass cut.  No margin for error there

[rvchima]

Thanks Augie. That's about what I expected on the width but I wanted to be sure. The price on that case is quite reasonable so I'm tempted to order one rather than build my own.

 

Rod

[rdsaplala]

Hi Augie,

 

Just catching up, congratulations on finishing your Syren, Sir, she's a masterpiece!    

That looks to be the start for a very elegant looking display case too, a perfect match for an equally elegant ship 

[augie]

Thank you Aldo.  Nice hearing from you, as always.

[augie]

Shot a quick photo of the completed case as it currently stands.  As mentioned, all the finishing is complete and she's ready for final assembly.  Syren's baseboard is screwed to the case base and she's very secure.

 

The glass has been ordered.  Took one of the slotted uprights to the glass shop and the 1/8" fits perfectly.  Glad I sanded out the grooves just a tad before finishing!

 

 

One final going over to make sure everything is clean and in Bristol fashion.  Once the glass arrives we'll take that perilous voyage up the stairs to her final resting place.  Don't laugh but I blew this 'transfer cruise' once back in '78 so I'm in no hurry to embark   .

 

Oh......getting the ME case to this point took only about 12 hours.  It is definitely sturdy and I like the way it came out.  Considering I'm not a power tool guy, the investment was well worth it ---- especially if you catch one on sale.

 

Be back with the final installment when the glass comes in.  For the first time in 21 months, I have nothing to do!!!!!  This is intolerable.  I have set up my lawn chair out by the mailbox and shall anxiously await the arrival of CONFEDERACY.

 

Everyone take care, stay well and enjoy what remains of the summer.

[trippwj]

Nice work, Augie!  I may send you my Harriet Lane to finish rigging if you are that bored.....

[Sjors]

Le Mirage is on her way Augie !

She is yelling for your attention…..

And it take you mother 21 months to finish her       

 

[realworkingsailor]

I'm sensing the rapid onset of a Colorado beer run.....

[lb0190]

Augie, the case finish looks very good. Are you using standard glass? Someone mentioned to me if I use glass I may want to consider plexiglass or lexan for the top piece due to damage the glass would cause to the ship in the event of breakage. I ended up using plexiglass for all five pieces which turned out to be very flimsy and difficult to install. I'll try another material the next time. I asked about shatterproof glass but was told it would some show some distortion.

[augie]

Larry -  yes, standard glass that will be removable if I need to move her.  Have to take my chances on breakage, but that's true of many items around here including antique scales and clocks.  What I don't need is an earthquake - but that's been a while out here

 

I previously mentioned my dislike of plexiglass, including lexan.  Too vulnerable to scratches in my estimation based on my long experience in an industrial environment.  I guess I'm just stubborn  .... the fact that my eyeglasses are glass attest to that  

[Jim Lad]

Augie, did I somehow miss the completion of your Syren?  It must have happened when we were away.  That case looks really good; can't wait to see the final stages.

 

John

[augie]

Thank you John.  I'll never attain your level of craftsmanship or attention to detail.  But I can keep trying.

 

Nice to have you back on that beautiful cutter ---- Stag.

[mtaylor]

The case is looking grand, Augie. As for the "cruise"... maybe pre-assemble downstairs, take upstairs and final assemble?   The thing will be a beast to carry.

 

As for waiting by the mailbox, maybe we'll join you...  a few resfreshments, maybe? 

[popeye the sailor]

hey Augie.......if yers bored.....yas kin come over ta my house an' play with one o' mine.......plenty o' beer in da fridge  :)

 

looks superb Augie.....she's gonna look great in the new case 

[DSiemens]

Really coming together.  Great work.  That does sound like a tight fit.  To much tighter and you'd be stepping into my part of the dark side and find yourself putting hinges at the base of the mast.     Really though I think the tight fit will do her good.  Makes it easier to get an up close look through the glass.  

[augie]

The case is looking grand, Augie. As for the "cruise"... maybe pre-assemble downstairs, take upstairs and final assemble?   The thing will be a beast to carry.

 

As for waiting by the mailbox, maybe we'll join you...  a few resfreshments, maybe?  m1242.gif

You must be a mindreader Mark.  I've already recquisitioned the dining room table for final assembly and was hoping Sjors will be recovered for popcorn duties.  It'll be a big day around here and all are invited    .

[popeye the sailor]

black tie........or hawiian shirt?

[DSiemens]

Please say Hawaiian...please say Hawaiian..... 

[Trussben]

I will await the festivities, 6 pack in the fridge, passing out the party poppers etc......

Can't wait to see her in the final position, don't get sunburn waiting by the mailbox for Confederacy!

 

Ben

[augie]

Hawaiian shirts are fine.  I gave up black tie when I left the East Coast.  Formal wear is too easily tangled in blueberry bushes.

 

OK, picked up the glass and got it home all in one piece ----- well, 5 pieces actually.

 

AND ----  Confederacy hit the porch today    .

 

So I'll be back in business tomorrow.  Besides, I don't want to start anything without Sjors back on board.

[realworkingsailor]

I think a new build log may be his best medicine