robdurant Posted January 9, 2014 #1 Posted January 9, 2014 (edited) Hi, I'm just in the process of finishing up my previous build - a 1:48 model of a Hunt class Mine Counter-Measure Vessel, HMS Cottesmore, and I've got this kit in ready to build next. The hope is that it will give me the skills to finish off a Panart Royal Yacht Caroline that my late father started. Also, it looks like a really lovely kit. I'm not expecting to match the efforts of some of the other superb models of Pickle I've seen on this site, but hopefully I'll end up with something I can look at and enjoy I've received the kit, so watch this space for updates. And thanks for reading. A couple of 'what's in the box' shots attached. Rob Edited August 8, 2015 by robdurant egkb, Holty and JesseLee 3 Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
Loblolly Posted February 4, 2014 #2 Posted February 4, 2014 Rob, I'm about halfway through Pickle (just finishing the hull) so it will be good to see someone else starting out on the same kit. I'll be watching with interest. Good luck! robdurant 1 Quote
egkb Posted February 4, 2014 #3 Posted February 4, 2014 Best of luck with it Rob, A Pickle might be somewhere in my future! I'll be following along too. Eamonn robdurant 1 Quote Current Build : HM Schooner Ballahoo In the Pipeline : HM Cutter Sherbourne, HM Mortar Convulsion, Emma C Berry & C18th English Longboat.. Eventually That Is..🙄
robdurant Posted March 19, 2014 Author #4 Posted March 19, 2014 Hi Eamonn, "loblolly" - thanks for the kind words... it's an encouragement as I set out. Time to get on with the build... Something a bit different after HMS Cottesmore I'll be posting all the photos of the build up here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/150573193@N04/albums/72157680568137234 And here's an overview. So far, I've made a building board, fitted the false keel and stem, and drilled mounting holes into the bottom of the keel. Then I fitted all but two of the frames. The ninth frame is supposed to be left off, but the first frame had been cut somewhat unevenly. JoTiKa are sending a new one through as we speak... A small amount of adjustment was needed on part 32, so that it could fit over the keel, but it was only about 2mm, and easily done with a file. Pleased with how it's going so far Take care Rob Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
robdurant Posted March 26, 2014 Author #5 Posted March 26, 2014 Wow, you guys make planking look easy... I've decided to follow the instructions that come in the kit for the first planking... being my first attempt. I've finished bevelling the frames... Frames 1 and 9 are in place, and the stand's put together, and the gunport patterns are in place. Then I sanded the bearding lines, and wished I'd done it earlier!! Anyway - the first planking is underway - 6 strakes on one side, and 4 on the other... I've had to take a couple of planks off and redo them, but I think it's going okay now... time will tell. Thankfully, it's all going to be under paint or copper by the time the boat's finished. And hopefully the second planking will be a bit neater - I feel like I've learned a lot already: Not least, that it's tough to resist that urge to push the planks sideways. Happy building! Rob egkb, The Sailor and Aussie048 3 Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
The Sailor Posted March 26, 2014 #6 Posted March 26, 2014 Very good start Rob. And don't worry too much about the first planking. Quote Cheers, Richard. ------------------------------Current build: Mercury, Russian brig, America's Cup Yacht Endeavour (1934), AmatiCompleted build: HM Schooner Pickle, JoTiKaNext:
Beef Wellington Posted March 26, 2014 #7 Posted March 26, 2014 Rob - very nice start on Pickle. Did want to ask you about your HMS Cottesmore model, would love to see pictures - was that from a kit or scratchbuild? Wondering if you've ever come across any kits of their replacement the River Class? Quote Cheers, Jason "Which it will be ready when it is ready!" In the shipyard: HMS Jason (c.1794: Artois Class 38 gun frigate) Queen Anne Royal Barge (c.1700) Finished: HMS Snake (c.1797: Cruizer Class, ship rigged sloop)
egkb Posted March 26, 2014 #8 Posted March 26, 2014 Lookin good Rob, you'll be finished 1st planking in no time ! .. but have a quick look at fairing those 2 aftermost bulkheads where they meet the bearding/rabbet (see Post # 6 in Richards (The Sailor) Pickle Log) as I'm sure it will help you get a better plank run when you get there! Or are you happy as it stands, what do you think ? Best of Luck Eamonn Quote Current Build : HM Schooner Ballahoo In the Pipeline : HM Cutter Sherbourne, HM Mortar Convulsion, Emma C Berry & C18th English Longboat.. Eventually That Is..🙄
mikeaidanh Posted March 26, 2014 #9 Posted March 26, 2014 Good going Rob. I enjoyed building the Pickle. Have you read up on her voyage back from Trafalgar? Looking forward to the completed vessel. Mike. Quote Previous Build: LA gun deck cross section. Previous Build: Lancia Armata. Panart 1:16 Previous Build: HMS Pickle. Jotika Build. HMS Triton cross section 1:32. Shelved awaiting improved skills: Chuck"s Cheerful. Current build. Tender Avos. HM cutter Alert. :
robdurant Posted March 26, 2014 Author #10 Posted March 26, 2014 Rob - very nice start on Pickle. Did want to ask you about your HMS Cottesmore model, would love to see pictures - was that from a kit or scratchbuild? Wondering if you've ever come across any kits of their replacement the River Class? Hi - thanks for the encouragement. Cottesmore was a hull from Fleetscale, and fittings from Sirmar - the rest was scratch built from lots and lots of plasticard and brass rod, etc... You can see the whole build come together here: http://rnwarships.informe.com/forum/minehunters-and-minelayers-f25/hms-cottesmore-1-48-hunt-class-minesweeper-t823.html Barry at Sirmar does a River class fibreglass hull, and lots of the fittings for it. But be prepared to wait a while - he works full time, and only does this as a side job, so it can take him a while to fulfil orders - they're excellent when they arrive though. Take a look here... http://sirmarfittings.com/tyne.html Beef Wellington 1 Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
robdurant Posted March 26, 2014 Author #11 Posted March 26, 2014 Lookin good Rob, you'll be finished 1st planking in no time ! .. but have a quick look at fairing those 2 aftermost bulkheads where they meet the bearding/rabbet (see Post # 6 in Richards (The Sailor) Pickle Log) as I'm sure it will help you get a better plank run when you get there! Or are you happy as it stands, what do you think ? Best of Luck Eamonn That's really helpful... I'll definitely take another look at that area. Thanks Eamonn egkb 1 Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
robdurant Posted March 26, 2014 Author #12 Posted March 26, 2014 Good going Rob. I enjoyed building the Pickle. Have you read up on her voyage back from Trafalgar? Looking forward to the completed vessel. Mike. Thanks Mike. I've read a few books on Trafalgar, and the brief account of Pickle's race back to England, but nothing very detailed... fascinating story, though. It really captures the imagination - I think that's what drew me to this boat in the first place (coupled with the manageable size ) Rob Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
robdurant Posted April 10, 2014 Author #13 Posted April 10, 2014 Time for an update... I filed down the frames at the back to help the run of planking towards the bearding line... in retrospect, now I'm thinking I didn't file it down quite enough - but I'll know for next time. I've completed the first layer of planking on the starboard side. This is definitely the 'messier' side... I'm happier with the results on the other side. But it looks like with a little sanding, it should tidy up okay. Not _too_ much clinkering... and I'm reasonably happy with the line the planks take up to the bow. I'd be interested to hear what people use for wood filler? Brands, etc...? I want to make sure this layer is absolutely right before I start the second planking, so I give myself a fighting chance Here's a shot of the other side, so far... Thanks for looking, and thanks for all your kinds comments and advice. It's all very welcome. Rob egkb 1 Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
egkb Posted April 10, 2014 #14 Posted April 10, 2014 Hey There Rob, my Ballahoo hull looked exactly like yours does now and I found that after a good sanding the hull didn't need anywhere near as much filler as it seemed before sanding. I used a 'Red Devil' product ! it is white in colour and very very very light in weight. but as a MSW friend told me.. don't go overboard as 'filler isn't an ideal gluing surface for the next layer' (and not ideal to stick pins into either.. as I discovered later myself.. ) You'll be amazed how good your hull looks after a serious sanding even without filler ! All The Best Eamonn robdurant 1 Quote Current Build : HM Schooner Ballahoo In the Pipeline : HM Cutter Sherbourne, HM Mortar Convulsion, Emma C Berry & C18th English Longboat.. Eventually That Is..🙄
The Sailor Posted April 10, 2014 #15 Posted April 10, 2014 I agree with Eamonn, althought I'm seeing only a few photos of the hull, I think you'll not need very much filler. robdurant 1 Quote Cheers, Richard. ------------------------------Current build: Mercury, Russian brig, America's Cup Yacht Endeavour (1934), AmatiCompleted build: HM Schooner Pickle, JoTiKaNext:
robdurant Posted June 26, 2014 Author #16 Posted June 26, 2014 It's been a while since I put up an update... mainly because the progress is slow, but I'm trying not to rush, and get it right. For a first attempt I'm really quite pleased. Beginning to feel like a crying shame to cover all the wood up with copper and paint This is the starboard side so far... I've also started the carronades as a project to get on with while the glues setting on the planking... This is the progress as of yesterday evening... There are lots more photos of progress here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/150573193@N04/albums/72157680568137234 ... but it's mainly a record of the planking, so I thought I'd spare you Thanks for reading. Rob Beef Wellington, egkb and The Sailor 3 Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
The Sailor Posted June 26, 2014 #17 Posted June 26, 2014 Nice planking Rob. Now have fun with all the tiny brass-etched parts for the carronades. Quote Cheers, Richard. ------------------------------Current build: Mercury, Russian brig, America's Cup Yacht Endeavour (1934), AmatiCompleted build: HM Schooner Pickle, JoTiKaNext:
robdurant Posted July 14, 2014 Author #18 Posted July 14, 2014 Another little update. I've almost finished the stealers in the starboard side, now... And I'm working my way down the port side... (trying to get something vaguely like symmetry as I go...) Slow and steady, but getting there, now. Thanks for all the encouragement. It really helps spur me on. And, yes, I'm dreading those little brass eyelets on the carronades... :S I'd forgotten how brass learns to fly when it's cut into tiny bits! Happy building and thanks for reading... Rob JesseLee, maggsl_01 and egkb 3 Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
egkb Posted July 14, 2014 #19 Posted July 14, 2014 That's looking the business Rob.. at this rate you'll be searching for missing Brass Bits in no time.. such fun to be had !! Stay Well Eamonn Quote Current Build : HM Schooner Ballahoo In the Pipeline : HM Cutter Sherbourne, HM Mortar Convulsion, Emma C Berry & C18th English Longboat.. Eventually That Is..🙄
robdurant Posted July 28, 2014 Author #20 Posted July 28, 2014 Well, I've finished the second planking Cut out the bulkhead stubs... Planked the false deck... And then broken with the order of the instructions, because I wanted at least one coat of paint on before I started the coppering... I figured it might help me to end up with a neat line at the waterline... as it turns out, it just makes marking the waterline on a nightmare (pencil won't work on black paint!)... and all I had was a huge silver marker... anyway... it's done now. Waterline marked, and coppering complete: I'm really quite pleased with it... the planking isn't completely smooth, but I like the way it allows you to see the planking underneath. egkb, The Sailor and Littlebob 3 Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
robdurant Posted August 5, 2014 Author #21 Posted August 5, 2014 (edited) Time for another update. Since last time, I've fitted the deck, added margin planks, (thanks to Blue Ensign for the inspiration for these), started planking the deck, and started putting together the smaller skylight. I used the kit Tanganyika for the decks, and marked one side with a Black Sharpie marker. I need to remember to let the deck overhang the back so that it can be trimmed to fit the stern fascia. I really like what Blue Ensign did with the stern, but not sure whether I'm quite ready to break from the kit... looks like a place I could cause things to go very very wrong :S... But before then I need to plank the insides of the bulwarks, too, so I have a little time to think about it as I go. Thanks for the likes and encouragement. Rob Edited August 12, 2014 by robdurant JesseLee, Beef Wellington, egkb and 1 other 4 Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
robdurant Posted August 11, 2014 Author #22 Posted August 11, 2014 Another update... I've had opportunity to put the stern fascia on. This highlighted that the margin planks had been trimmed too short, but I've fixed this with a plank running across the stern to tidy things up. Next job is to get the deck planked, and then put the capping rails on... (and yes... I'm avoiding doing the carronades for as long as possible ) Happy building Rob The Sailor, Beef Wellington and egkb 3 Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
Blue Ensign Posted August 11, 2014 #23 Posted August 11, 2014 Your build is coming together very nicely Rob, Pickle is such an enjoyable kit even allowing for those tiny carronades. B.E. Quote Current Build: Medway-longboat-1742-by-blue-ensign-½”-scale Completed builds: HMS Indefatigable-1794-by-blue-ensign-vanguard-models-1:64-scale HMS Sphinx 1775 by Blue Ensign. 1:64 scale - Vanguard Models Queen-Anne-Royal-Barge-circa-1700-by-Blue-Ensign Fifie fishing boat Lady Eleanor Muirneag-1903-–-a-scottish-zulu-fishing-boat-164-scale-based-on-the-vanguard-models-zulu-kit/ HM Cutter Alert 1777 HM Cutter Cheerful 1806 18th-century-English-longboat-by-Blue-Ensign-ms-148-scale/ 18thc English Pinnace by Blue Ensign-Model-Shipways-1:24 scale/ HMS-Pegasus-by-Blue-Ensign-finished-Victory-Models-1:64-scale/ Heller Seventy-four 1:150 scale - modified Le Superbe/Le Glorieux kit after Boudriot, waterline setting with sails. The schooner Pickle, Jotika pob kit 1:64 scale, my interpretation.
robdurant Posted August 13, 2014 Author #24 Posted August 13, 2014 Thanks B.E. Yes, I agree. I'm really enjoying the whole experience of building Pickle. More pics of the deck planking coming soon Rob Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
robdurant Posted September 15, 2014 Author #25 Posted September 15, 2014 Well, I bit the bullet and got on with it... The deck's planked, the capping rails are on, and the carronades are finally built. They still need to be rigged, and I haven't put the vertical screws in the back yet, but otherwise, they're there. I've also put together the other deck grating, and decided to stick with the main hatch as per the kit for a contrast with the gratings (I notice others have replaced this with a fourth grating). Again, I haven't put the ring-bolts onto the main hatch yet. I've also put the name on the back, as per kit. Anyway. Here are some pictures of the progress so far. egkb, JesseLee and Beef Wellington 3 Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
egkb Posted September 15, 2014 #26 Posted September 15, 2014 Looks brilliant Rob, did you 'Blacken' the guns or paint them ? BTW is that your 'Avatar' (wee photo thingy under your name.. mine is Alf ) ship in the back ground of the last photo (wouldn't mind seeing a photo of that too ) Take Care Eamonn Quote Current Build : HM Schooner Ballahoo In the Pipeline : HM Cutter Sherbourne, HM Mortar Convulsion, Emma C Berry & C18th English Longboat.. Eventually That Is..🙄
robdurant Posted September 15, 2014 Author #27 Posted September 15, 2014 Hi Eamonn, Thanks for the kind words. I painted the carronades, along with all the eyelets, but I think I'd definitely look at blackening them on a future project. The black acrylic takes quite a few coats to get a good even finish, and I suspect it won't take much scratching before the brass underneath shows up... The avatar is of a model I built a good few years ago - the Revel HMCS Snowberry Flower class corvette in 1:72 scale, converted for radio control. It looks okay in standoff on the lake, but it's a little rough in places, close-up Here's a few pics of her on and off the water (taken in 2009)... Finally, a picture of her guts... Cheers Rob egkb, Landlubber Mike, Beef Wellington and 2 others 5 Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
egkb Posted September 15, 2014 #28 Posted September 15, 2014 (edited) Thanks for the photos Rob, she too looks a beaut ! a friend of mine built the same RC boat a few years back too (there is a link on MSW somewhere to a static build of a Flower Class which has been weathered and is set out in a Diorama.. I think she won a competition or something recently... in a word WOW ! I'll see if I can find a photo and post it below, hope you don't mind ) Cheers Eamonn I just Googled the description and found some photos.. Edited September 15, 2014 by egkb Beef Wellington, WackoWolf, VonHoldinghausen and 1 other 4 Quote Current Build : HM Schooner Ballahoo In the Pipeline : HM Cutter Sherbourne, HM Mortar Convulsion, Emma C Berry & C18th English Longboat.. Eventually That Is..🙄
robdurant Posted September 15, 2014 Author #29 Posted September 15, 2014 (edited) I don't mind in the slightest... stunning flower class - a real inspiration!!! Thanks for the post. And thanks for the likes for my last post Rob Edited September 15, 2014 by robdurant egkb 1 Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
robdurant Posted September 23, 2014 Author #30 Posted September 23, 2014 (edited) Well, I've made a bit of progress since my last post ... Added the height adjustment screws through the carronade cascabels (is that even vaguely right?) Put breeching ropes on the port carronades (starboard still to do) Handles on the main hatch Started painting the figures Put together the second skylight and companionway (all but the top hatch) - I've left the doors open a little to just give a hint of what's inside. I can see these breaking right off again, but we'll see how they go :S Put the windows on the skylights, although I haven't yet glazed them (I plan to use Humbrol clearfix), or put on the protective grills. The photos show up just how much touching up is still to do, but I'm pretty happy with it so far... All comments very welcome Rob Edited September 23, 2014 by robdurant egkb, Beef Wellington, GuntherMT and 1 other 4 Quote Current build(s): Plymouth Ketch-Rigged Trawler "Erycina" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) Paused on the lofting floor: HMS Bristol Portland class 50-Gun Ship (Scratch build, 1:64) Paused builds: Barque "Stefano" (MarisStella, 1:63) / Trawler "Nordkap" (Billings Boats, 1:50) / HMS Triton 28 gun frigate cross section (1:64) / F138, HMS Rapid Type 15 Fast Anti-Submarine Frigate (based on above Deans Marine hull, semi-scratch, 1:96) / HMS Mercury (1779) (Shipyard Models, Paper, 1:96) Previous builds: ἈΘΗΝΑ (Athena) (6th Century B.C.) Greek Bireme (Dusek, 1:72) / Zulu "Lady Isabella" (Vanguard Models, 1:64) / HMS Ethalion (1797) from HMS Diana (Caldercraft, 1:64) / HM Cutter Sherbourne (Caldercraft, 1:64) / Completed partially built Royal Yacht Caroline (Panart, 1:47) / HM Schooner Pickle (Caldercraft, 1:64) / M32, HMS Cottesmore MCMV (Sirmar / Fleetscale, Semi-scratch, 1:48) / D98, HMS York, Type 42 Destroyer (Dragon with White Ensign Photoetch, 1:700) / K166, HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette (Revell, 1:72) / R97, HMS Grenville Fleet Destroyer (Deans Marine, 1:96)
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