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

[DSiemens]

Sorry Sjors I was just firing a couple test shots.  

[Sjors]

Don't do that anymore Daniel !!!!!!!!!!!

No I have to bring the kids inside…they where so happy that Augie has finished his build…...

Another child dream broken in pieces…...

 

[Anja]

Anja calling Augie .............. Where are you?

 

 

[augie]

                                                                            

 

Well, after 1443 hours over 608 consecutive days,  she's done !!!!!!!!  Here are the photos, some of which will appear in the Completed Ship Gallery later today:

 

Please note -  as the original photos were lost in the disc corruption issue in March, 2014, I've posted these replacements (the only ones I still have available:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Now, as we used to say at back work, the job's not done until the paperwork is complete.  So here are a few comments I'd like to make regarding this voyage.

 

I'd like to thank Chuck Passaro once again for designing this kit and following through to have it kitted by Model Expo (who did a fine job as well).  Chuck's plans and instructions truly set the standard for future kits.  They made it possible for a relative novice like myself to actually complete his first POB fully-rigged ship.

 

But beyond even that, I wish to thank all here on MSW (1.0 and 2.0) for their interest, participation, critique, patience and advice during the journey.  There is no way to mention everyone here.  But trust me, there were several times I was caught in a fog bank listening to waves crashing against unseen rocks...and you folks got me through it.  And for that I shall be ever grateful.

 

Yes, I let the log go astray at times with the inclusion of cotton fields, frogs, spiders, fish, airplane and even moose.  But I think we had some fun along the way.  MSW became an almost daily ritual and, as much as I enjoy watching everyone's projects, successes and failures, what I really enjoyed was the friendship, camaraderie and downright concern for one another.

 

My skills improved along the way --- and I've learned an awful lot I was completely unaware of.  I am proud of what you've helped me achieve and now at least know what I can do better.  Many of you know I'm primarily an R/C aircraft builder and pilot.  What you don't know is that this was to be my and last ship model.  But things have changed.

 

I'll be building Syren's case over the next few weeks, have a week long annual fishing trip just around the corner and will be spending most of September overseas.  So the shop will be quiet for a bit, the sense of accomplishment almost overshadowed by the sadness that the build is over.  But I still have my friends here.  And I'll be watching.  Always cheering you toward victory ---- and sometimes giving you the business    .

 

And the shipyard shall once again find itself beneath a cloud of sawdust when the next project begins in the fall.  And that project will be -----

 

CONFEDERACY !

 

Until then, everyone be well and..........    STAY THE COURSE !!

 

 

Edited March 20, 2014 by Augie

[JPett]

Congratz Augie

 

She is beautiful and I, as I am sure many others have enjoyed following this log

 

It has been a lot of fun: Thanks for sharing.

Edited July 28, 2013 by JPett

[Sjors]

Augie,

 

Thank you very much !!!!!!!!

It's a beauty.

Be proud of your work and look at it with a lot of pleasure !

Thanks for the learning things that you are showing us.

Don't trow the spiders away, you need them also on the Confed.

I shall not put in any smileys, I save that for the next build log…...

The Confed is also a beautiful vessel and I know that you will do her justice !

The first front seat is mine please!

Enjoy your fishing trip and the trip overseas.

Thanks again for this wonderful build log !!

 

[Rustyj]

Hi Augie,

 

I know many of our friends here will send along a well deserved “Well Done!”

on a truly wonderful build and a riot of a build log. Having built her too I fully

understand the sense of accomplishment and pride you have and it is well deserved.

 

Great choice in the Confederacy and I eagerly await the fun to start again when you get to it.

 

Enjoy your time fishing, travelling and building the case. I look forward to seeing

ya building back here soon.

 

Again great job!  

[rafine]

A terrific achievement Augie. No one would believe that this is your first -- and we're all glad that it won't be your last. I'm looking forward to your Confederacy, but a little sorry that we won't be doing Essex together.

 

Bob

[riverboat]

Well done Augie...... you've done an excellent job , it's been an informative and entertaining build  ........ have a relaxing fishing trip !!

See you in the fall

Frank

[texxn5]

A wonderful tribute my friend. I couldn't have said it better. I hope that my Morgan can be just somewhat close to your Sirene, and if I can accomplish that then I will be more than happy. You give us something to strive for and set examples beyond belief. Your sense of humor, encouragement and help have kept many of us on the path to keep working on these things and to realize that with the same perseverence that we too might be able to say that we're Finished! Your pictures are fantastic, thank you. And thank you for this entertaining build log, enjoy your fishing, bend an elbow, and if you're like me you always have more empty beer cans than fish. Watch out for moose, and enjoy just admiring the hard work and accomplishment that you have achieved....we'll all miss hearing from you for a while, but you deserve a break. Well Done, and Godspeed!

[texxn5]

Oh yeah, I forgot......I'll bet you make that 100 page milestone before we're all through!!!   And a champagne cork just popped!

[Anja]

Wow Augie,

Congratulations. You did a

Your Syren looks absolutely gorgeous.

You may be very proud of yourself.

And a big thank you for a wonderful and entertaining buildlog. I enjoyed it.

Anja

Call me lazy for quoting myself. But I am proud of you.

 

And just like Bob a little sorry that you are not going to build the Essex.

But I wish you you a great time and happy modeling with the Confederacy.

 

Rest me to say:

Have a nice fishing trip, enjoy making the case and have a safe and great vacation.

 

See you in the fall.

 

Anja

[texxn5]

Say Augie, since you are into rc planes also, I have a Byron P-51, complete with all accessories and options, as well as a Quadra 50 engine, purr power, engine reduction system, full retracts. It is 1/5 scale, and if I recall without looking it has an almost 8' wingspan, and 6' fuselage, 24" 4-blade prop, Futaba 6 channel readio. I will unfortunately never get around to building it, and I do not have room for it if I did. I'm reluctantly interested in selling it if any one is interested. Just something to tempt you with.

[mtaylor]

Augie,

 

What can I say... besides what a great and fantastic build. I know you'll do a great job on Confederacy.  And we'll try to keep moose, mice, popcorn, and assorted other topics away from her.

 

So, here's the obligatory emoticons:        and some fireworks

[patrickmil]

Hey Augie.... Your completed Syren looks great! Congratulations on finishing such a fine masterpiece. I look forward to watching you build Confederacy.

[samueljr]

Augie

 

Just beautiful

 

Sam

[realworkingsailor]

Very nicely done, and well spoken

 

Confederacy ?

 

If I'm reading that right, you are one cagey so-and-so... Cool!

 

Andy

[newbuilder101]

Truly an exceptional build by someone I suspect is an exceptional person....if that tribute is any indication of the character of the man!

Beautiful, beautiful ship...something to be very proud of!!!!

Have a safe and wonderful trip and see you in the fall!  

Edited July 28, 2013 by Newdarksider101

[DSiemens]

You did it!!!!  

 

         

 

Congratulations Augie!  She's a real beauty.  I'm glad you decided to continue.  I look forward to seeing your work on the Confederacy.  For now enjoy your much deserved break.  

[Shazmira]

Very exceptionaly well done Augie!!! I know when I start mine, I will be refering back here often for guidance and inspiration. I look forward to following your Confederacy when you start her. I am sure she will be just as exceptional when complete!

[Trussben]

Congratulations on passing the finish line, she looks awesome, please post some pics when the case is finished and she gets in her final resting place.

 

Confederacy Eh?? Who would of thunk it! I shall of course be around to watch that build, contact me before you start her, I have some small experience with that particular ship.

 

Enjoy the break buddy and see you in the fall.

 

Ben

[gjdale]

Congratulations Augie,

 

You have built yourself a true masterpiece! We'll all miss this log and all ints little side journies, but we will all be back to join you when you start the Confed. And if you think that log will be free from fish, moose, worms, spiders and frogs............then think again my friend!!!

 

Enjoy your well earned break and I hope you catch lots of moose (or should that be fish).

 

Where are you off to in Sep? We are heading O/S then too (UK, Paris, Florence and Venice).

 

Please reserve a front row seat for me on the new log.

[Adrieke]

congratulations she looks awesome and am glad you are going ahead with building another ship

 

[popeye the sailor]

thank you Augie,  for showing us this fine build and the beautiful ship that came of it.  good luck on your fishing trip,  and have fun on your vacation trip........I hope to see another build from you soon!    absolutely stunning build!

[augie]

I'm smiling but I'd swear there are tears on my keyboard.  You folks are the greatest.

[Kevin]

well done my friend - she looks very nice, im pleased to have followed yr journey, i hope the topics that take us atray, but cause the giggles will return, enjoy the fishing

 

all the best

[Foremast]

Augie ...

what else can I say about your ship model? Our MSW-mates have already told everything good, and I don't know new congratulation words. I can only stare your amazing pictures, hoping to see soon the beginning of a new challenge. You've spent a large amount of time on this ship,  time that has been a very good investment.

Have a good holiday, skilled shipwright (...oops .... Commodore...) !!!

 

Alex

[augie]

Have a sfogliatelli for me, in celebration!  And thank you kindly.

[rvchima]

Congratulations Augie! Your Syren is magnificent. Thank you for sharing your build log with all of us, and thank you for all the help you've given me.

 

Rod

[SkerryAmp]

Augie, hate the be the wet blanket but it looks like you missed a.....   I KID I KID (ducks and runs)...

 

 

Augie that is one hell of a fine looking ship and impossible to believe it is a first, or even second build!  The detail, the cleanness just amazingly done.   Inspirational, and a wonderful achievement!!

 

Congratulations on passing that finish line!!

:champagne: :champagne-2: :champagne:

 

-Adam