CurtisW Posted January 22, 2014 #1 Posted January 22, 2014 I started this build log a little late. I purchased the kit to pass the time while I am recovering from an auto accident. I have built plastic models in the past and always wanted to try my hand at a wooden ship. This is it. Here goes. The bulkheads, false deck and false keel have been glued up and work continues on shaping the knightsheads. Its been fun so far. Next planking which is something I would appreciate any advice on the best way to go about it. andyp22 1 Quote Curtis Current builds: Armed Virginia Sloop Virginia-1819
JesseLee Posted January 23, 2014 #2 Posted January 23, 2014 Good luck on this build! Quote Current build: Syren : Kit- Model Shipways Side project: HMS Bounty - Revel -(plastic) On hold: Pre-owned, unfinished Mayflower (wood) Past builds: Scottish Maid - AL- 1:50, USS North Carolina Battleship -1/350 (plastic), Andromede - Dikar (wood), Yatch Atlantic - 14" (wood), Pirate Ship - 1:72 (plastic), Custom built wood Brig from scratch - ?(3/4" =1'), 4 small scratch builds (wood), Vietnamese fishing boat (wood) & a Ship in a bottle
ZyXuz Posted January 23, 2014 #3 Posted January 23, 2014 Nice start, mate hope to see more from you soon Quote Visit My Blog! http://malaysiamodelship.blogspot.com/ Previous Build: HMS Race Horse (Sergal) Current Build: HMS Unicorn (Corel)
CurtisW Posted January 23, 2014 Author #4 Posted January 23, 2014 Thanks for the support. I'll be posting more pics soon. Quote Curtis Current builds: Armed Virginia Sloop Virginia-1819
CurtisW Posted January 26, 2014 Author #5 Posted January 26, 2014 Since my last post I've bee working on deck planking which I tried to weather but it did not turn out the way I wanted. Anyhoo its a learning process and I learned. I've also begun the first layer of hull planking and started on the deck structures. Its been fun so far. I wont GIVE UP THE SHIP. p.s. Thanks for your help Andy it worked andyp22 1 Quote Curtis Current builds: Armed Virginia Sloop Virginia-1819
CurtisW Posted January 26, 2014 Author #7 Posted January 26, 2014 Thanks Andrew, I'm just trying and learning. My dream is a scratch build, so I have to learn. Thanks for your support. Quote Curtis Current builds: Armed Virginia Sloop Virginia-1819
CurtisW Posted February 1, 2014 Author #8 Posted February 1, 2014 Since my last post I've been working on planking the hull. The first layer is done and I've been sanding, sanding, sanding. A little wood filler and some more sanding, sanding, sanding she'll be ready for the second layer. andyp22 1 Quote Curtis Current builds: Armed Virginia Sloop Virginia-1819
CurtisW Posted February 2, 2014 Author #9 Posted February 2, 2014 While taking a break from sanding the hull I decided to finish up the companionway. The kit said to use 2x2x5mm applewood for the handle on the sliding hatch which to me would have been too bulky. Instead I bent a brass nail and snipped off the head. It now looks much more realistic. Too much rum before the crew whitewashed the walls. andyp22 1 Quote Curtis Current builds: Armed Virginia Sloop Virginia-1819
CurtisW Posted February 17, 2014 Author #10 Posted February 17, 2014 I have been working on the second layer of hull planking, however, I did not take pics of the process only the final outcome which is better than I expected. Photos with the rubbing strakes are included. Next up the stem and stern posts and keel. Hope they all fit the way they are supposed to. Quote Curtis Current builds: Armed Virginia Sloop Virginia-1819
CurtisW Posted February 21, 2014 Author #11 Posted February 21, 2014 I had to modify the stern post as the kit supplied one was a little too small. It turned out ok so I laid the keel in along with the stringers on the deck. I have some time on my hands and I found a piece of 1x6 pine board in the storeroom so I think I'll make a display stand so my beauty can have a home. Quote Curtis Current builds: Armed Virginia Sloop Virginia-1819
CurtisW Posted February 21, 2014 Author #12 Posted February 21, 2014 That didn't take long at all. With my trusty saw and router I now have a stand and stations. Quote Curtis Current builds: Armed Virginia Sloop Virginia-1819
yaqpl Posted February 27, 2014 #13 Posted February 27, 2014 This looks really good!! Im Building same ship at that moment! Its my first time doing it it just awsome!!! New hobby its just great.... I got just little problem ..... They didnt send me white plans with rigging big white sheet...Got plans for Queen Mary insead.... Can you do a favor and post pict of this plans please.... I really need them Thank you in Advance..... Quote
CurtisW Posted March 5, 2014 Author #14 Posted March 5, 2014 I found out I like building the deck furniture more than planking. I've scratch built the knightsheads, the kit supplied ones were not realistic (metal), hard to get the look of wood with metal. Hatch/Cannonball Holder yvesvidal and hexnut 2 Quote Curtis Current builds: Armed Virginia Sloop Virginia-1819
aviaamator Posted May 13, 2015 #15 Posted May 13, 2015 My "Virginia" at the moment looks like this... Quote
aviaamator Posted May 13, 2015 #16 Posted May 13, 2015 More photos... CharlieZardoz and GrandpaPhil 2 Quote
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