Lucius Molchany Posted March 25, 2013 Author #63 Posted March 25, 2013 Mounted up the fenders and the lower rat line deadeye. Quote
Lucius Molchany Posted March 25, 2013 Author #64 Posted March 25, 2013 A little more work.I really like the ogee arch of the bow rail!Even if not correct for the Swift it looks really cool! Quote
Lucius Molchany Posted March 26, 2013 Author #65 Posted March 26, 2013 Got the bilge pump together.. Quote
Lucius Molchany Posted March 26, 2013 Author #66 Posted March 26, 2013 Tapered the foremast with my old Stanley block plane.I then chucked it into the cordless drill and held it against sandpaper. Quote
Lucius Molchany Posted March 26, 2013 Author #67 Posted March 26, 2013 I used .80 styrene for lower doubling and a piece of sheet brass for the upper.The top mast is warped a bit but it is ok because the mast is raked anyway. Quote
Lucius Molchany Posted March 27, 2013 Author #68 Posted March 27, 2013 Mocked up the yard after fitting the brass on. Quote
Lucius Molchany Posted March 28, 2013 Author #69 Posted March 28, 2013 I decided to mount up the main mast first due to the long spanker boom.I am glad that I used 5 min epoxy as it allows you to adjust the rake fore and aft.The rigging took a lot of time because I had to be sure to do it according to the plans.The tiny blocks made running the thread through them somewhat difficult. Quote
themadchemist Posted March 28, 2013 #70 Posted March 28, 2013 Moving along pretty fast compared with my snail pace. The warp in the mast just makes it look like its in a strong wind. I know what you mean though, I had one of my small dowel fall in 1/2 in my hand. What can you expect for the actient kit, I guess. The Ogee gives her a forecastle look, I like it. So are you going to put sails on her? I'm assuming like mine your didnt come with sails. I think the new kit has sails. I got some some thin white handkerchiefs for 99 cents that I think should work for sail at hobby lobby. Quote
Lucius Molchany Posted March 28, 2013 Author #71 Posted March 28, 2013 I was considering it.Maybe I should go to Dots and get some cloth for the sails. Quote
Lucius Molchany Posted March 29, 2013 Author #72 Posted March 29, 2013 Set the main mast and did some further rigging. Quote
Lucius Molchany Posted March 30, 2013 Author #73 Posted March 30, 2013 I came up with this little gadget to hold the deadeye in proper position while i thread the line through them. Quote
Lucius Molchany Posted March 31, 2013 Author #75 Posted March 31, 2013 Added Old Glory to the main mast and she is nearing completion. Quote
russ Posted March 31, 2013 #76 Posted March 31, 2013 That is a good looking model. Congratulations. Nice work. Russ Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB
Lucius Molchany Posted March 31, 2013 Author #77 Posted March 31, 2013 Thanks!I am thinking of making a launch way as a topper to the oak base I intend to use.How does that sound? Quote
russ Posted March 31, 2013 #78 Posted March 31, 2013 For the display, the options are wide open. You can do anything you please. Brass pedestals or launching ways, either sounds good. Russ Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB
Lucius Molchany Posted March 31, 2013 Author #79 Posted March 31, 2013 Yeah!I wonder if I can make a rolling cradle to make it go up and down the ways as if it is being launched.Now that would be cool! Quote
themadchemist Posted March 31, 2013 #80 Posted March 31, 2013 (edited) Dont forget the bottle of champagne fo the launch. Edited March 31, 2013 by themadchemist Quote
russ Posted March 31, 2013 #81 Posted March 31, 2013 While silding ways are interesting, one thing that most modelers want when they place their model on a display base is that it NOT move. Your choice though. Russ Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB
Lucius Molchany Posted March 31, 2013 Author #82 Posted March 31, 2013 Yes it would not do to have it damaged, Quote
Lucius Molchany Posted April 1, 2013 Author #83 Posted April 1, 2013 The kit did not include any decals,so I spelled out the name in vinyl stick on letters in a curved orientation on the transom.I clear coated them to make sure that they do not peel off in the future. Quote
Lucius Molchany Posted April 4, 2013 Author #85 Posted April 4, 2013 Before I cut and rout the baseboard,I made an oak cradle that will hold the Swift on the base board. Quote
Lucius Molchany Posted April 6, 2013 Author #86 Posted April 6, 2013 Cut and routed the base board.i made a oak cartouche for a nameplate. Quote
Lucius Molchany Posted April 6, 2013 Author #87 Posted April 6, 2013 Ok!Looks like she is done!Not bad for my first pob build but overall I am pleased with it.The next project will hopefully lead to great things to come! GrandpaPhil and greg-kam 2 Quote
mtaylor Posted April 7, 2013 #88 Posted April 7, 2013 Looks very nice on her base board. Congratulations on a build well done. Dee_Dee 1 Quote Mark "The shipwright is slow, but the wood is patient." - me Current Build: Past Builds: La Belle Poule 1765 - French Frigate from ANCRE plans - ON HOLD Triton Cross-Section NRG Hallf Hull Planking Kit HMS Sphinx 1775 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Non-Ship Model: On hold, maybe forever: CH-53 Sikorsky - 1:48 - Revell - Completed Licorne - 1755 from Hahn Plans (Scratch) Version 2.0 (Abandoned)
Lucius Molchany Posted April 7, 2013 Author #89 Posted April 7, 2013 Thanks!Now I look forward to my next project....when I decide what It shall be! Quote
themadchemist Posted April 7, 2013 #90 Posted April 7, 2013 Congrats on completion! Nice Work Philo. If you had as much fun as I'm having you'll definitely do another. It's very satisfying to see a box of sticks snd a few extra pieces turn into a ship. It'll be interesting to see what you choose, For me I spend to much time think about what else is next. Quote
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