Virginia 1819 by andyp22 - Artesania Latina

[andyp22]

Thanks for the advice russ! I had to go out and find a place that had a French curve set (I'm a bit rural so it was kinda hard to find) but have one now and have the first couple rows of planking done.

 

Temporary Batten

I used a scrap piece of wood to simulate what would be a plank so that I can trace the curve of the bow to spile my planks.

 

First Plank

I traced the curve of the bow to a piece of packing tape, making sure to mark where the bulkheads were. I then transferred those markings to a piece of paper to make a template.

 

First Row Complete

I have completed the first row of hull planking.

 

Bulging at the Bow Fixed

Spiling the plank fixed the bulging between the 6th and 7th bulkheads that I was seeing with the first template I made.

 

Not Perfect

My knife skills still need a little work but I happy. On to the second row.

 

Tracing the Curve for the 2nd Row

Used a sharpie to mark the tape this time as I found it was easier to use and came out better.

 

Transferring the Curve

French curve set made transferring the markings a breeze.

 

Transferring Bulkhead Measurements

I used my bulkhead measurements to taper the plank template properly.

 

Cutting the Plank

I used double-sided tape to hold the template and wood together for cutting.

 

Beginning the 2nd Row

First plank of the second row is in place.

 

Second Row Complete

Second row is finished. Starting to get the hang of this.

 

No Bulging at the Bow

Still no bulging at the bow. Very happy with the results.

[russ]

That looks good so far. So long as you do not let any of the planks get too wide at the bow, it should be fine. Nice work.

 

Russ

[cdogg]

Just read through, great build log Andy!  Ship is looking good!

[andyp22]

Planking the hull is taking a little longer than expected but I am now halfway done! Here is my progress:

 

Filling in the Second Section

Using the same method for each row I continue up the hull.

 

Starting the Third Section

 

Starting the Fourth Section

 

One strip to go

 

First Side Finished!

 

View from the Bow

Very happy with the more uniform look of the planks at the bow.

 

The Curve of the Hull

Needs some sanding and some filler in a couple of places but looks good none the less.

 

From the Stern

Only needed to use one wedge piece at the stern because of the curve of the ship. I know it's there and I can hardly see it.

 

On to the other side!

[russ]

The second planking looks very good. A little sanding and you are done. Very tidy job. I cannot see the wedge piece you mention. Good work.

 

Russ

[andyp22]

Thanks Russ!