Lizzy Borden Posted April 30, 2014 Author Share #31 Posted April 30, 2014 Mortar well and towed sonar array slipway now positioned. hexnut, Omega1234, Piet and 2 others 5 Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainbob Posted April 30, 2014 Share #32 Posted April 30, 2014 The tuning unit that atatches to the RF cabling needed a mesh cage. I managed this by stretching an old pair of my wifes (Kirsty) tights over a plastic lid, then spraying with primer. And yes, I did ask first lol. Once dried, they held their shape until I glued them around the unit and then trimmed off the excess. I knew tights were good for something other than just holding legs in. Bob Lizzy Borden 1 Quote Every build is a learning experience. Current build: SS_ Mariefred Completed builds: US Coast Guard Pequot Friendship-sloop, Schooner Lettie-G.-Howard, Spray, Grand-Banks-dory, a gaff rigged yawl, HOGA (YT-146), Int'l Dragon Class II, Two Edwardian Launches In the Gallery: Catboat, International-Dragon-Class, Spray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted May 1, 2014 Author Share #33 Posted May 1, 2014 I made up the deck and pennant masks yesterday, but overall I'm not happy with the paint job. The primer isn't very good and it's turned out patchy. I'm going to sand it off and start again. I may use a darker primer. Erebus and Terror, mtaylor, hexnut and 3 others 6 Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted May 2, 2014 Author Share #34 Posted May 2, 2014 (edited) I was doing a spot of research on another one of my dad's ships, HMS Cook which I remember him telling me ran aground and her captain court martialed. Look what I found. My Dad! Edited May 2, 2014 by Lizzy Borden hexnut, Piet and mtaylor 3 Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainbob Posted May 2, 2014 Share #35 Posted May 2, 2014 What a great find. Bob Lizzy Borden 1 Quote Every build is a learning experience. Current build: SS_ Mariefred Completed builds: US Coast Guard Pequot Friendship-sloop, Schooner Lettie-G.-Howard, Spray, Grand-Banks-dory, a gaff rigged yawl, HOGA (YT-146), Int'l Dragon Class II, Two Edwardian Launches In the Gallery: Catboat, International-Dragon-Class, Spray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted May 2, 2014 Author Share #36 Posted May 2, 2014 First disaster of the build. The plywood deck disintegrated after I re painted this morning. It became very brittle and de-laminated. It's now in the bin and 2mm styrene has taken over. Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hexnut Posted May 2, 2014 Share #37 Posted May 2, 2014 Very sorry to hear about the plywood, although the styrene replacement looks good. Did you use a vinyl cutter or did you hand-cut the paint masks? Quote Regards, Bob Marvin Muscongus bay Lobster Smack -Midwest- 1:24- (1st wooden build) Gertrude L. Thebaud Mini-Mamoli 1/200 kitbash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted May 2, 2014 Author Share #38 Posted May 2, 2014 (edited) Hi Bob. I've used my Ecraft die cutter for the masks. It's a brilliant tool. I used it to cut the octagon shapes for the bridge and the gun director platform too, directly onto the styrene. It's taken me a while to get to grips with the software ( which is a bit rubbish ). I have now however found a program called Inkscape. I'm now learning how to use this instead. It's a lot more comprehensive. I'm using it more and more for complicated shapes as I get used to it. Cost me a bit over £100 second hand. It cuts wood, vinyl, plastic, cloth, card etc up to around 1mm thickness. I'm even considering designing a build with it from scratch it's that good! Gary. Edited May 2, 2014 by Lizzy Borden hexnut and Piet 2 Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted May 3, 2014 Author Share #39 Posted May 3, 2014 This excellent bit of film shows just how manoeuvrable the leanders where. Watch till the end to see just how good the RN seamanship really is. Something resembling what our American members would call a PIT manoeuvre lol. My dad took part in these 'war' manoeuvres in about 1974 on board the Arethusa. Gary. hexnut 1 Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz4837 Posted May 4, 2014 Share #40 Posted May 4, 2014 Hello This build is looking awesome so far! I am new to working with ships in this scale so your build is an inspiration and very informative. I have the same fibre glass hull and was wondering how to attach the deck? Does it just lay on top and the edges sanded to shape and what preparation did you do to the top edges of the hull in relation to allow the deck to lay flat. My hull is really uneven and I am not sure how far to sand down, or a safe way of getting the sides to match? Can you or anyone offer advice? Thank you in advance, this is my first attempt and I am building static. HMS Hermione is my subject. Gareth Lizzy Borden 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted May 5, 2014 Author Share #41 Posted May 5, 2014 (edited) Hello This build is looking awesome so far! I am new to working with ships in this scale so your build is an inspiration and very informative. I have the same fibre glass hull and was wondering how to attach the deck? Does it just lay on top and the edges sanded to shape and what preparation did you do to the top edges of the hull in relation to allow the deck to lay flat. My hull is really uneven and I am not sure how far to sand down, or a safe way of getting the sides to match? Can you or anyone offer advice? Thank you in advance, this is my first attempt and I am building static. HMS Hermione is my subject. Gareth Hi Gareth. I've constructed a ladder inside the top of the hull. This will let me fix the deck flat and I was toying with the idea of using a router to trim the edges using a moulding bit to get the rounded edges. I'll have to experiment on the styrene first to make sure it doesn't just melt it. Gary. Edited May 5, 2014 by Lizzy Borden mtaylor and hexnut 2 Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted May 8, 2014 Author Share #42 Posted May 8, 2014 More details going on. Sighting platforms, bridge wing nav light chambers. A bit of filling here and there on some marks I noticed. The rear mast is too high also. I'll have to cut it down by around 10mm and re do the top. The anchor ports on the hull will be next up. hexnut, davec and mtaylor 3 Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted August 23, 2014 Author Share #43 Posted August 23, 2014 Hi all. Just checking in as I haven't been on here for a while. The project is on hold as I've been mega busy setting up my new business. I will resume the build very shortly. Cheers Gary. Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted January 6, 2015 Author Share #44 Posted January 6, 2015 Hello all and hope everyone had a good Xmas. I finally had some time back on the build and managed to push it along. Got some fine detail work done, and corrected some errors since finally getting my hands on the original shipwrights drawings from the maritime museum. The deck is now in place and I'm filling and sanding it all into shape over the next couple of days. Hopefully I'll get some paint on it before I return to work on Monday. gieb8688, SailorGreg, mtaylor and 2 others 5 Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted January 6, 2015 Author Share #45 Posted January 6, 2015 A bit more progress today. I fitted the superstructure with some powerful magnets to hold it to the deck. Anchor ports cut and filled. Main gun attached using a dowel so I can turn it and remove it. Lots of sanding/filling etc to go yet. captainbob, Omega1234, mtaylor and 3 others 6 Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted January 10, 2015 Author Share #46 Posted January 10, 2015 Some deck detailing done today. captainbob, hexnut, Omega1234 and 1 other 4 Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted January 26, 2015 Author Share #47 Posted January 26, 2015 The deck is finally done. Just the handrails to go ( they will be last ). Also, the 3d printed Westland wasp has arrived! hexnut, mtaylor and Omega1234 3 Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omega1234 Posted January 27, 2015 Share #48 Posted January 27, 2015 (edited) Hi Lizzy Borden I must confess that I have been a bit naughty...as a Roman Catholic, my confession to the Holy Father is that I am guilty of admiring your work from afar,. I have visited often, been amazed, but just never added any comments or afforded you due recognition of your skills and talent. For this, I am very sorry. So, please forgive my indiscretions! Without a doubt, reading the latest updates to your build log is a task that I eagerly await and enjoy. I really love the sharpness of the detail that you're applying to your Arethusa and the fact that she has such a strong family connection to your Father. I'm sure he would be very proud. Please keep up the fabulous work! I eagerly await your next update. Cheers Patrick Edited January 27, 2015 by Omega1234 hexnut 1 Quote MY SCRATCH BUILT MODELS ARE: Splendid Mega Yacht https://modelshipworld.com/topic/28576-splendid-by-omega1234-scale-1500-mega-yacht/ Majestic Mega Yacht https://modelshipworld.com/topic/28483-mega-yacht-majestic-by-omega1234-miniature/ Sapphire Mega yacht https://modelshipworld.com/topic/21088-sapphire-by-omega1234-1388-scale-mega-yacht-66m-8-inch-hull-length/?tab=comments#comment-639898 Genesis - Supersports Mega Yacht https://modelshipworld.com/topic/18168-genesis-by-omega1234-1300-49m-mega-yacht-8-inches-long-finished/?tab=comments#comment-559026http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/14141-shadow-by-omega1234-scale-1300-luxury-60m-mega-yacht-8-inches-long/ SHADOW Luxury Motor Yacht http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/11384-majellan-by-omega1234-luxury-37-metre-motor-yacht-miniature-7-inches-approx/ Majellan Luxury Motor Yacht http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/9261Rainbow-j-class-racing-yacht/?p=273543 Rainbow J Class Racing Yacht Mystic Classic Motor Cruiser Symphony Ingomar Schooner: Scratch build Dorade Schooner: <p> Lennox Restoration Warship http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/9577-pandora-cutaway-dockyard-style-miniature/?hl=pandora Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hexnut Posted January 27, 2015 Share #49 Posted January 27, 2015 The little Wasp looks great. (as well as the rest of the project.) Did you do the CAD model to make it? Quote Regards, Bob Marvin Muscongus bay Lobster Smack -Midwest- 1:24- (1st wooden build) Gertrude L. Thebaud Mini-Mamoli 1/200 kitbash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted January 27, 2015 Author Share #50 Posted January 27, 2015 Thank you Patrick. I'm trying my best and I appreciate the comments. Hi Bob. I got the wasp printed at Shapeways.com They already had it on file in 1/96th and 1/72nd. I've been hunting for one for ages and they basically saved my bacon. Cost was around €40 but well worth it. hexnut and Omega1234 2 Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted February 2, 2015 Author Share #51 Posted February 2, 2015 (edited) More progress on the hull this weekend. Edited February 2, 2015 by Lizzy Borden Omega1234, kees de mol, mtaylor and 1 other 4 Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted January 17, 2017 Author Share #52 Posted January 17, 2017 Hello all. Everyone probably forgot about this one it's been that long. Hope everyone is well! I fanally finished her and handed her over to my dad. Here she is. Omega1234, GrandpaPhil, hexnut and 2 others 5 Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted January 17, 2017 Author Share #53 Posted January 17, 2017 In between all this I became a dad too. Here's Alice. Scratch built too, only my wife helped on this project. davec, Omega1234, SailorGreg and 2 others 5 Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted January 17, 2017 Share #54 Posted January 17, 2017 She looks magnificent (both Arethusa and Alice, actually)! Congratulations on completing this fine model. John hexnut, Omega1234 and mtaylor 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Borden Posted January 18, 2017 Author Share #55 Posted January 18, 2017 Cheers Jim! Omega1234 and mtaylor 2 Quote Past build: Hms Arethusa. Leander class frigate 1965 Current build: Revell 1/72 HMCS Snowberry radio conversion. Planned build(s): Dusek Viking Knarr 1/72 HMS York D98 scratch build 1/72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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