samueljr Posted May 19, 2014 Share #1 Posted May 19, 2014 Well with the corrections nearly complete I thought it might be a good idea to do produce a proto-type build log (of sorts). Obviously unlike other kits ESSEX has already been released but it and the members here on MSW didn’t have the benefit of seeing it come together. This will hopefully give everyone a chance to see the details in the kit, ask any questions they may have and hopefully clear up any misconceptions about the kit. How I’ll conduct this is to follow along with the manual, although I won’t be posting the actual pages but some of the photos and details. I’ll do this over a series of weeks (the manual is 15 chapters). It’s my intent to complete this in no more than half that time. One note, any updates regarding the corrections will continue to be posted in that thread. This thread is solely about the design and build of the proto-type. realworkingsailor, Jaxboat, mtaylor and 19 others 22 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMaitri Posted May 19, 2014 Share #2 Posted May 19, 2014 Go Sam! Looking forward to seeing your log unfold! Cheers, Jay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samueljr Posted May 19, 2014 Author Share #3 Posted May 19, 2014 Thanks Jay - you've been a true friend through this. There's nothing revolutionary in her construction but I'm hopefully looking to shine a little better light on her - she deserves it........ Sam JMaitri 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
augie Posted May 19, 2014 Share #4 Posted May 19, 2014 I'd like to pull up a chair myself! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samueljr Posted May 19, 2014 Author Share #5 Posted May 19, 2014 Hi Augie............ I'll save you one in VIP seating - lol augie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
druxey Posted May 20, 2014 Share #6 Posted May 20, 2014 And I'm pulling up a seat on the other side of the river.... Jaxboat 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samueljr Posted May 20, 2014 Author Share #7 Posted May 20, 2014 Druxey, I've missed the last couple of meetings - gotta get back next month hopefully Sam druxey 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trippwj Posted May 20, 2014 Share #8 Posted May 20, 2014 Think I'll buy a ticket for this show as well! augie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beef Wellington Posted May 20, 2014 Share #9 Posted May 20, 2014 Very interested to follow along...maybe one for the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted May 20, 2014 Share #10 Posted May 20, 2014 I'm grabbing a chair also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEDDO Posted May 20, 2014 Share #11 Posted May 20, 2014 Interested in seeing this come together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WBlakeny Posted May 20, 2014 Share #12 Posted May 20, 2014 Ooh, count me in, i'd like to see her coming together. !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjdale Posted May 20, 2014 Share #13 Posted May 20, 2014 Right, I'm in for this one too. Who's got the popcorn and beer? Mike Y and Jaxboat 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fnkershner Posted May 20, 2014 Share #14 Posted May 20, 2014 I am so glad to find this thread. Sam I look forward to seeing your workmanship unfold. And yes I owe you another PM on the sail cloth. I just wish it would rain for a weekend or too so I could get back to modeling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mspringer Posted May 20, 2014 Share #15 Posted May 20, 2014 I'm pulling up a chair as well. Here are a couple of jugs of my "special" margaritas...don't worry, there is plenty to go around... Mark gjdale 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samueljr Posted May 20, 2014 Author Share #16 Posted May 20, 2014 Thanks Floyd, Anytime on the sails. happy to help Sam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mirabell61 Posted May 20, 2014 Share #17 Posted May 20, 2014 Looks to be an ambitious and promissing log Sam, am waiting for you to "push out the boat" Nils Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overdale Posted May 20, 2014 Share #18 Posted May 20, 2014 Color me 'in' too Sam.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samueljr Posted May 20, 2014 Author Share #19 Posted May 20, 2014 Dan you're in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samueljr Posted May 20, 2014 Author Share #20 Posted May 20, 2014 Can I charge admission?........................... (just wondering) JMaitri 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxboat Posted May 20, 2014 Share #21 Posted May 20, 2014 Too bad there will be no sails. Maybe later ? Best Jaxboat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samueljr Posted May 20, 2014 Author Share #22 Posted May 20, 2014 Jax, you should really look into getting some help about that.......... lol Jaxboat 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usedtosail Posted May 20, 2014 Share #23 Posted May 20, 2014 I am interested to follow the work of a real craftsman here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samueljr Posted May 20, 2014 Author Share #24 Posted May 20, 2014 so am I - if one shows up let me know....................LOL Jaxboat and Sjors 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted May 20, 2014 Share #25 Posted May 20, 2014 Right, I'm in for this one too. Who's got the popcorn and beer? Sjors has it at his place, but I don't think he's here yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samueljr Posted May 20, 2014 Author Share #26 Posted May 20, 2014 will somebody please go and pick Sjors up! mtaylor 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popeye the sailor Posted May 21, 2014 Share #27 Posted May 21, 2014 I heard there was a bash party going on..........always fun to watch a fellow reinvent the wheel mtaylor and augie 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kb466 Posted May 21, 2014 Share #28 Posted May 21, 2014 Just found this build log-- I'm really looking forward to this! Bill M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sjors Posted May 21, 2014 Share #29 Posted May 21, 2014 Someone is calling me ????????/ Ok, here I'am at last !!!!! Is there a seat for me left? I'm always in for something like this. I put this on my wish list and maybe when we are going to visit the USA , I'll take one back to me to Holland (If I can convince Anja) One moment please, I have to go to the storage room to get the popcorn machine.... Here he is. Enjoy. P.S. Sam, don't forget to say Hi to your mother Mike Y, mtaylor, augie and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafine Posted May 22, 2014 Share #30 Posted May 22, 2014 Sam, I think that it's a great idea for you to post this log. Everyone will get a chance to see you build a beautiful model that will hopefully soon result in a really fine kit. Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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