michael mott Posted June 15, 2023 Author Share #2161 Posted June 15, 2023 Thank you to everyone for the positive comments and welcome back. Michael FriedClams, Jack12477, druxey and 6 others 9 Quote Current builds Bristol Pilot Cutter 1:8; Skipjack 19 foot Launch 1:8; Herreshoff Buzzards Bay 14 1:8 Other projects Pilot Cutter 1:500 ; Maria, 1:2 Now just a memory Future model Gill Smith Catboat Pauline 1:8 Finished projects A Bassett Lowke steamship Albertic 1:100 Anything you can imagine is possible, when you put your mind to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allanyed Posted June 15, 2023 Share #2162 Posted June 15, 2023 (edited) Sort of like a long lost friend that returns home after being gone for too long and everyone, including me, is very happy you are back. Allan Edited June 15, 2023 by allanyed druxey, JohnLea, mtaylor and 4 others 7 Quote PLEASE take 30 SECONDS and sign up for the epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series. Click on http://trafalgar.tv There is no cost other than the 30 seconds of your time. THANK YOU Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted June 15, 2023 Share #2163 Posted June 15, 2023 It's great to see you back and that you've recovered, Michael. michael mott, Jack12477, Ryland Craze and 3 others 6 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) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Pellett Posted June 16, 2023 Share #2164 Posted June 16, 2023 Railroads or boats! Both are interesting which is enhanced by your lovely workmanship. Wether in our shop actively building or just “lurking” here it’s great to know that you are well. Welcome Back! Roger Keith Black, mtaylor, druxey and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnLea Posted June 16, 2023 Share #2165 Posted June 16, 2023 5 hours ago, michael mott said: Hello everyone I’m just getting my mojo back in the ship modeling world. I had a heart attack in November 2022 and am now recovered from that. I had a wonderful conversation with David Anscherl earlier this week and he challenged me to do something on the cutter within the next 2 weeks. Great news. Keep pumping! FriedClams, mtaylor, Keith Black and 2 others 5 Quote The closer you get to Canada, the more things will eat your horses. ~ T. King Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reggiemon Posted June 16, 2023 Share #2166 Posted June 16, 2023 Very glad to see you back! michael mott, mtaylor, FriedClams and 2 others 5 Quote Building: 1/10 scale 1922 Alden Malabar ll R/C Finished: Rappahannock Boat Works Torpedo stern, steam launch. R/C 1/6 scale steam launch, Corel Flying Fish 1860 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAGIC's Craig Posted June 16, 2023 Share #2167 Posted June 16, 2023 Please allow me to add my welcome and my delight that you are "back". Like others, I look forward again to seeing your posts and the marvelous work you demonstrate. Your work has served as a steadying sail whenever my model-building efforts bashed into choppy seas. michael mott, JohnLea, Jack12477 and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bedford Posted June 16, 2023 Share #2168 Posted June 16, 2023 Sorry to hear of the heart attack but very happy you've recovered and are back on deck. You've been missed as have you amazing skills! JohnLea, druxey, FriedClams and 3 others 6 Quote Ships built :- Schooner for Port Jackson Thermoplylae Bluenose II Full size Tammie Norrie dinghy 1:8 scale Miss Caroline, model of the full size boat I built Under construction :- Royal Caroline, this one is special as it is in memory of my 13 year old daughter, Caroline who passed away in 2005 Miane three masted schooner R/C, scratch build (on hold) Charles W Morgan (on hold) Scratch designed and built R/C Mahogany and Walnut speedboat (on hold) In the que :- S.T. Waratah, maybe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
druxey Posted June 17, 2023 Share #2169 Posted June 17, 2023 Aaaand... you leaped on that challenge really promptly! Glad to see the cutter once again making headway. Well done, Michael. michael mott, Ryland Craze, FriedClams and 5 others 7 1 Quote Be sure to sign up for an epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series http://trafalgar.tv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael mott Posted June 17, 2023 Author Share #2170 Posted June 17, 2023 Just need to solder the top lip on and drill the hole for the drain the the sink should be ready, presently the countertop is at 28 1/2 inches I am wondering if it is a bit too low. Michael PeteB, Ryland Craze, Keith Black and 14 others 17 Quote Current builds Bristol Pilot Cutter 1:8; Skipjack 19 foot Launch 1:8; Herreshoff Buzzards Bay 14 1:8 Other projects Pilot Cutter 1:500 ; Maria, 1:2 Now just a memory Future model Gill Smith Catboat Pauline 1:8 Finished projects A Bassett Lowke steamship Albertic 1:100 Anything you can imagine is possible, when you put your mind to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Black Posted June 17, 2023 Share #2171 Posted June 17, 2023 44 minutes ago, michael mott said: presently the countertop is at 28 1/2 inches I am wondering if it is a bit too low. Not if you've got the kids doing cleanup duties. ......Recommended sink height in a ship's galley is 34 inches, I don't think anyone is going to notice 5.5 inches at scale. FriedClams, michael mott, Jack12477 and 1 other 4 Quote Current Builds: Wood Hull Screw Frigate USS Tennessee Decorative Carrack Warship Restoration, the Amelia Completed: Early Swift 1805 Model Restoration Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
druxey Posted June 17, 2023 Share #2172 Posted June 17, 2023 Sink looks great! FriedClams, mtaylor, michael mott and 2 others 4 1 Quote Be sure to sign up for an epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series http://trafalgar.tv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael mott Posted June 20, 2023 Author Share #2173 Posted June 20, 2023 The lip is now cut and rounded on the edges I will be raising the top when I get it back in the boat. Michael Mark Pearse, davyboy, gjdale and 15 others 18 Quote Current builds Bristol Pilot Cutter 1:8; Skipjack 19 foot Launch 1:8; Herreshoff Buzzards Bay 14 1:8 Other projects Pilot Cutter 1:500 ; Maria, 1:2 Now just a memory Future model Gill Smith Catboat Pauline 1:8 Finished projects A Bassett Lowke steamship Albertic 1:100 Anything you can imagine is possible, when you put your mind to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bedford Posted June 20, 2023 Share #2174 Posted June 20, 2023 Exquisite FriedClams, druxey, Jack12477 and 2 others 5 Quote Ships built :- Schooner for Port Jackson Thermoplylae Bluenose II Full size Tammie Norrie dinghy 1:8 scale Miss Caroline, model of the full size boat I built Under construction :- Royal Caroline, this one is special as it is in memory of my 13 year old daughter, Caroline who passed away in 2005 Miane three masted schooner R/C, scratch build (on hold) Charles W Morgan (on hold) Scratch designed and built R/C Mahogany and Walnut speedboat (on hold) In the que :- S.T. Waratah, maybe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Cleek Posted June 20, 2023 Share #2175 Posted June 20, 2023 On 6/17/2023 at 7:11 AM, michael mott said: Just need to solder the top lip on and drill the hole for the drain the the sink should be ready, presently the countertop is at 28 1/2 inches I am wondering if it is a bit too low. On 6/17/2023 at 8:08 AM, Keith Black said: Not if you've got the kids doing cleanup duties. ......Recommended sink height in a ship's galley is 34 inches, I don't think anyone is going to notice 5.5 inches at scale. I wouldn't bet on it not being noticeable, particularly when the rest of the furniture is installed. 34 inches is the rule of thumb because when a boat heels under sail, the sink has to be at least that height to be useable when the sink is on the leeward side. Many galleys have "butt belts" the user can employ to strap themselves in or even bars that drop in behind the user that can be used as a seat or to brace against in a seaway. A sink that much lower would be noticed by an experienced seaman. It might not be that big of a deal in an RV that sits level, but not in a boat that may be sailing on her ear half the time. Additionally, it looks like the sink is going to be below the waterline even at 34 inches and so it needs all the height it can get to make space for the sink drain elbow, hand pump, and the attendant plumbing with an anti-siphon loop and check valve. I wouldn't have bothered to comment on something I realize many would think was picky, but this model has been so perfectly done, I, for one at least, would hate to see a compromise like this one, even if you had to look inside to see it. That said, I trust Michael's impeccable judgment in the matter. michael mott, Tony Hunt, druxey and 3 others 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thukydides Posted June 20, 2023 Share #2176 Posted June 20, 2023 Amazing metal work! Keith Black, druxey, FriedClams and 1 other 3 1 Quote Current build: HM Cutter Alert (Vanguard Models) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwiederrich Posted June 20, 2023 Share #2177 Posted June 20, 2023 (edited) Mike...it is so nice to have you back on these pages...and as usual, your work is impeccable, and without question, as accurate as can be achievable. Watchin with enthusiasm. Rob Edited June 20, 2023 by rwiederrich Keith Black, mtaylor, michael mott and 4 others 6 1 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael mott Posted June 21, 2023 Author Share #2178 Posted June 21, 2023 Fiddling with the galley cabinets today. michael mtaylor, WalrusGuy, druxey and 18 others 21 Quote Current builds Bristol Pilot Cutter 1:8; Skipjack 19 foot Launch 1:8; Herreshoff Buzzards Bay 14 1:8 Other projects Pilot Cutter 1:500 ; Maria, 1:2 Now just a memory Future model Gill Smith Catboat Pauline 1:8 Finished projects A Bassett Lowke steamship Albertic 1:100 Anything you can imagine is possible, when you put your mind to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FriedClams Posted June 27, 2023 Share #2179 Posted June 27, 2023 Sad to hear of your heart attack and so glad to hear of your recovery, Michael. It's great to see (and marvel) at your wonderful work once again. You have been missed. Welcome back. Gary Ryland Craze, mtaylor, TomShipModel and 2 others 5 Quote Current Build Pelican Eastern-Rig Dragger Completed Scratch Builds Rangeley Guide Boat New England Stonington Dragger 1940 Auto Repair Shop Mack FK Shadowbox Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomShipModel Posted June 28, 2023 Share #2180 Posted June 28, 2023 The photograph of the galley on a model looks like a photo in a sales brochure. Fantastic clean work Michael. Tom Tony Hunt, wefalck, FriedClams and 3 others 6 Quote Tom Ruggiero Director Nautical Research Guild Member Ship Model Society of New Jersey (Past President) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BANYAN Posted June 29, 2023 Share #2181 Posted June 29, 2023 Great to see you back Michael, had been missing your wonderful, high quality work. cheers Pat mtaylor, Keith Black and FriedClams 3 Quote If at first you do not suceed, try, and then try again!Current build: HMCSS Victoria (Scratch) Next build: HMAS Vampire (3D printed resin, scratch 1:350) Built: Battle Station (Scratch) and HM Bark Endeavour 1768 (kit 1:64) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomShipModel Posted June 30, 2023 Share #2182 Posted June 30, 2023 I meant, a sales brochure for a full size boat. AN interesting fact with photography is that no matter how good your model looks at a comfortable viewing distance, the photograph shows all of the imperfections. The galley on your model looks like it was taken on actual boat. Fantastic! FriedClams, mtaylor, Keith Black and 2 others 5 Quote Tom Ruggiero Director Nautical Research Guild Member Ship Model Society of New Jersey (Past President) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael mott Posted June 30, 2023 Author Share #2183 Posted June 30, 2023 Thanks Tom I appreciate that. Thanks to everyone for your kind comments. I did some more work on the galley and have soldered the top to the sink and used the sheet metal drill for the drain pipe. I have given the wood a good coat of tung oil and will give it another coat later. Michael davyboy, realworkingsailor, Keith Black and 16 others 16 3 Quote Current builds Bristol Pilot Cutter 1:8; Skipjack 19 foot Launch 1:8; Herreshoff Buzzards Bay 14 1:8 Other projects Pilot Cutter 1:500 ; Maria, 1:2 Now just a memory Future model Gill Smith Catboat Pauline 1:8 Finished projects A Bassett Lowke steamship Albertic 1:100 Anything you can imagine is possible, when you put your mind to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Lad Posted June 30, 2023 Share #2184 Posted June 30, 2023 I've been away for a bit, so I missed out on your news, Michael. Glad to see you back working on your wonderful model, but even happier to hear that you've recovered from your problems. John mtaylor, Bedford, Jack12477 and 3 others 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
druxey Posted June 30, 2023 Share #2185 Posted June 30, 2023 Lovely, Michael! Now, a scale plug.... michael mott, mtaylor, Keith Black and 3 others 6 Quote Be sure to sign up for an epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series http://trafalgar.tv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBlack Posted June 30, 2023 Share #2186 Posted June 30, 2023 On 6/28/2023 at 9:18 AM, TomShipModel said: The photograph of the galley on a model looks like a photo in a sales brochure. Fantastic clean work Michael. Tom Hard to believe it's a model! Tom mtaylor, michael mott, FriedClams and 2 others 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
realworkingsailor Posted June 30, 2023 Share #2187 Posted June 30, 2023 1 hour ago, druxey said: Lovely, Michael! Now, a scale plug.... At this scale, probably the only thing that needs to be done is to pop the head off of a champagne cork and you’re good to go. 😉 Andy mtaylor, michael mott, Jack12477 and 2 others 5 Quote Quando Omni Flunkus, Moritati Current Build: USF Confederacy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael mott Posted July 4, 2023 Author Share #2188 Posted July 4, 2023 (edited) Starting the back of the galley now. It is easier to work on it outside of the hull, l am amazed at how nice the maple that I cut from the big log 50 years ago still works and planes up with such a lovely lustre. I’m guessing it is because it has been air dried. Michael Edited July 4, 2023 by michael mott Charter33, Mark Pearse, scrubbyj427 and 18 others 16 5 Quote Current builds Bristol Pilot Cutter 1:8; Skipjack 19 foot Launch 1:8; Herreshoff Buzzards Bay 14 1:8 Other projects Pilot Cutter 1:500 ; Maria, 1:2 Now just a memory Future model Gill Smith Catboat Pauline 1:8 Finished projects A Bassett Lowke steamship Albertic 1:100 Anything you can imagine is possible, when you put your mind to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Posted July 4, 2023 Share #2189 Posted July 4, 2023 That is looking very good Michael...so nice to see this model progressing. 😀 michael mott, FriedClams, JohnLea and 3 others 5 1 Quote Chuck Passaro - MSW Admin Sloop Speedwell - POF scratch Block Island Boat - POF scratch HMS Winchelsea - POB scratch build HM Cutter Cheerful - POB scratch build Royal Barge - POF scratch Medway Longboat- POF Scratch SYREN SHIP MODEL COMPANY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BANYAN Posted July 5, 2023 Share #2190 Posted July 5, 2023 ... and ready to be shipped to the dockyard by rail Seriously, that's some nicely executed work Michael, it looks so good. cheers Pat Ryland Craze, FriedClams, mtaylor and 2 others 5 Quote If at first you do not suceed, try, and then try again!Current build: HMCSS Victoria (Scratch) Next build: HMAS Vampire (3D printed resin, scratch 1:350) Built: Battle Station (Scratch) and HM Bark Endeavour 1768 (kit 1:64) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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