cog Posted June 26, 2017 #271 Posted June 26, 2017 Sorry to hear you didn't have time to touch the build, i.e. sorry for us followers, now we have to wait even longer for your next update However, I do hope everything is alright with you and your family!!! Omega1234, IgorSky, Chasseur and 1 other 4 Quote Carl "Desperate affairs require desperate measures." Lord Nelson Search and you might find a log ...
Chasseur Posted June 26, 2017 Author #272 Posted June 26, 2017 It's really busy right now with work. I have next week off so I'll be back in the man cave to continue on. Expect an update post in a week or so. Jeff mtaylor, cog, IgorSky and 2 others 5 Quote A mighty fortress is our God a bulwark never failing!
cog Posted June 26, 2017 #273 Posted June 26, 2017 Glad you are well. Take it easy next week! Omega1234, mtaylor, Chasseur and 1 other 4 Quote Carl "Desperate affairs require desperate measures." Lord Nelson Search and you might find a log ...
HMS Bellisle Posted June 28, 2017 #274 Posted June 28, 2017 A very ambitious project when time is at a premium and the problem with builds spreading over many years is that the skills of the builder will most certainly change either for the better or the worse over extended periods. Is there actually any approximate completion date being aimed for - or is it a 'lifetime project?' Chasseur, mtaylor and Omega1234 3 Quote
rwiederrich Posted June 28, 2017 #275 Posted June 28, 2017 Degradation of the mechanic is a real problem. When I began my Glory of the Seas log nearly 4 years ago..I could see...didn't shake, and took infrequent head breaks. Now as time progresses and the build slows down the only thing not falling apart is the tweezers in my hand which used to be a skillfully used tool, but has become an unstable weapon. Take as many breaks as you need to keep from destroying more then you build. Rob mtaylor, HMS Bellisle, Omega1234 and 3 others 6 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."
Chasseur Posted July 3, 2017 Author #276 Posted July 3, 2017 Life has got in the way of my hobbies since my last post, renovations/painting on the house, washing machine cratered; my eldest son slipped a disc in his back, work is busy, and we finally got my youngest son’s 73 Nova SS on the road. So henceforth no man cave time whatsoever. Today I finally got back into the build and started on all of the yards/spars and built myself a gizmo from an old Phillips shaver to taper the ends on the yards and spars. First two pictures is the work started for the upper cross trees. Next 2 pictures is the gizmo I built from the can motor and Frankenstein power supply. Inside the shaver is a step down transformer from 110 AC to 6 volt D.C. I mounted the transformer in a box and the can motor on a swiveling pedestal. The stone is from a Dremel tool glued to the little blue ring gear. Next picture is start of all of the spar and yard work. Sewing Needles and extremely small diameter wire for the aforementioned. Next picture is the upper cross-tree and the braces I have to model coming off of the tree to keep the standing rigging from fouling with the yards. Last picture is the upper Forecastle area with the port and starboard running lights installed. More to come eventually... Jeff P.S. my youngest son got me back into playing Chess as a pastime as well! JesseLee, Landlubber Mike, exwafoo and 6 others 9 Quote A mighty fortress is our God a bulwark never failing!
HMS Bellisle Posted September 12, 2017 #277 Posted September 12, 2017 now in its 4th year of build, I am wondering how long this will take to complete? with almost 14,000 views it would appear to be a vey popular build but the progress seems to be minimal - Omega1234 1 Quote
cog Posted September 12, 2017 #278 Posted September 12, 2017 H, Some of us do other things besides modelbuilding, and some don't, but it is a hobby, which means there is no hurry, it should be fun. If it takes another four years, so be it, if it takes longer fine with me. I'll visit when there is an update ... Besides the former, sometimes things happen in someone's life which get his/her attention refocused, we'll just need to accept that. Enjoy MSW at it's own speed. Cheers Chasseur, mtaylor, Landlubber Mike and 2 others 5 Quote Carl "Desperate affairs require desperate measures." Lord Nelson Search and you might find a log ...
HMS Bellisle Posted September 12, 2017 #279 Posted September 12, 2017 you are quite right Cog . but i was hoping to learn something from a skilled model ship constructor , but i am to old and impatient . i am now cutting down on my internet use and, as you say, going to do something else Omega1234, Chasseur and mtaylor 3 Quote
Chasseur Posted January 6, 2018 Author #280 Posted January 6, 2018 I got the hull painted up. I will weather it eventually to make it look like it's been out to sea on a vicarious voyage. Next is to install portholes amidship. You can see holes per-drilled. Jeff Landlubber Mike, GrandpaPhil, IgorSky and 4 others 7 Quote A mighty fortress is our God a bulwark never failing!
cog Posted January 6, 2018 #281 Posted January 6, 2018 Good to see you back at the model again,Jeff. Nice paint job, although, the image's colour is somewhat off I presume. How's the chess goin'? mtaylor and Omega1234 2 Quote Carl "Desperate affairs require desperate measures." Lord Nelson Search and you might find a log ...
Chasseur Posted January 6, 2018 Author #282 Posted January 6, 2018 Hi Carl, yeah my camera is old and not very good I must admit. The chess is good and I volunteer twice a month. The seniors enjoy it and it’s proven to reduce, or eliminate ... Alzheimer’s and dementia which is a bonus for them! cog and mtaylor 2 Quote A mighty fortress is our God a bulwark never failing!
HMS Bellisle Posted January 7, 2018 #283 Posted January 7, 2018 It was that colour - black, white, red! glad i dont have that sort of patience though mtaylor and Chasseur 2 Quote
Chasseur Posted March 23, 2019 Author #284 Posted March 23, 2019 (edited) I thought it was high time to update this build. The last year, and the beginning of this year has been insanely busy for me. The mother-in-law passed away and then to top it off my wife has been stuck with all of the executor work as both her parents are now deceased which is brutal. Between Revenue Canada and lawyers it’s amazing how they can keep a person alive once they’re gone. So henceforth, I have been supportive of the Vice Admiral, and the hobby has taken a bit of a back seat. Work has been really challenging as we’re going through a major change management phase. Thank goodness I have managed to come through unscathed! I shelved the Preussen for first to third quarter of this year, as I have HMS Wivern on the blocks to put it into a light bulb for my eldest son’s birthday coming up in June of this year. Presssure is on, however it will be done come Hell or high water! Then it will be back onto the Preussen to finish it for Christmas of this year as a gift to my youngest son. If you want to see the Wivern build you’ll have to please log into the Bottled Ship Builder forum and look for Chasseur. Also I am now the editor in chief for the Bottled ShipWright which is a free journal we offer to our members. The first Journal came out for Christmas of last year and I have the next one coming out in June of this year. So if you’re into ships-in-Bottles then by all means sign up for the journal. When you’re on the site please hit the clubs tab at the top and sign up. This would be my shameless plug here and now. Please come back here in the Fall and look to see the Nitrate Clipper finished and into the bottle by December 23rd. Jeff Edited March 23, 2019 by Chasseur JesseLee, ScottRC, IgorSky and 4 others 7 Quote A mighty fortress is our God a bulwark never failing!
HMS Bellisle Posted March 24, 2019 #285 Posted March 24, 2019 it is now a race against time, and lots of modellers will be looking forward to seeing both boats finished, in spite of all the delays and setbacks! mtaylor and Chasseur 2 Quote
IgorSky Posted March 24, 2019 #286 Posted March 24, 2019 I'm glad to hear from you again, Jeff! Good luck and my best wishes to you and your family! And I look forward to continuing your project. Omega1234, mtaylor and Chasseur 3 Quote My models in PROGRESS: Holland yacht-boeier by IgorSky - Scale 1/150 - BOTTLE , My COMPLETED models: Holland yacht-boeier by IgorSky - Scale 1/150 - BOTTLE , Three-mast schooner ATLANTIC - BOTTLE - 1/600 Scale, Captain Jack Sparrow arrives in Port Royal - BOTTLE - Scale 1/72, Boat with pirates - 1/72 scale - BOTTLE, Pilot cutter Jolie Brise - BOTTLE - Scale 1/240, Yacht J-class - BOTTLE - Scale 1/300 , Mini SIB - Yacht Jolie Brise and Lighthouse Fastnet Rock – BOTTLE – Scale 1/3000 , Schooner AMERICA - BOTTLE - scale ̴ 1/800 , Mini SIB - J-class Yacht - BOTTLE - scale 1/1000 , The Old Man and The Sea - BOTTLE - Scale 1/72 , Steam schooner LENA - BOTTLE - scale 1/290 , Koch - Russian polar ship - BOTTLE - 1/1000 , Typical boat of Mediterranean Sea - BOTTLE - Scale 1/200 , Lifeboat RS1 Colin Archer - BOTTLE - scale 1/230 , Yacht Spray of Captain Joshua Slocum - BOTTLE - 1/350 Scale , Two-mast yacht - BOTTLE - 1/1000 Scale My GALLERIES: Noname yacht-in-bottle, Two-mast yacht in bottle 1/1000 Scale, Yacht Spray of Captain Joshua Slocum - BOTTLE - 1/350 Scale, Mini SIB 001 - BOTTLE, Mini SIB 002 Catalan Ship - BOTTLE, Mini SiB 003 Typical boat of Mediterranean Sea 1/200 - BOTTLE, Koch - Russian polar ship - BOTTLE - 1/1000, Mini SIB 004 - 3 mast schooner
Chasseur Posted March 24, 2019 Author #287 Posted March 24, 2019 Thanks everyone and like HMS Bellisle said “The Race is On.” mtaylor 1 Quote A mighty fortress is our God a bulwark never failing!
michael mott Posted March 25, 2019 #288 Posted March 25, 2019 Good to hear from you Jeff, once it warms up a bit perhaps we can get together for a coffee. Michael mtaylor and Chasseur 2 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.
rwiederrich Posted March 25, 2019 #289 Posted March 25, 2019 Good to see you back at the helm Jeff...... Rob mtaylor and Chasseur 2 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."
Chasseur Posted March 25, 2019 Author #290 Posted March 25, 2019 Thanks, Michael and Rob! It's been a tough sled lately. Yes, Michael coffee would be splendid! I'll PM you later this month to discuss a time and date to meet. Omega1234 and mtaylor 2 Quote A mighty fortress is our God a bulwark never failing!
PoliteGhost Posted April 25, 2019 #291 Posted April 25, 2019 I am a noob, with a newfound interest in ships in bottles, and just finished reading through this build log. Would love to see it finished. One thing I need to mention here @Chasseur, You, Sir, are an excellent tool maker. Your ship building is exemplary but the tools you have made are still better. An educational experience. Thank you. mtaylor, IgorSky, Chasseur and 1 other 4 Quote
Chasseur Posted April 25, 2019 Author #292 Posted April 25, 2019 Thank-you Polite Ghost! Plans are to finish Wivern by June 11th and then get back onto the Preussen. I want it finished as well. Also please join us on the Bottled Ship Builder website, sign up, and hit the clubs tab and then sign up for a free journal. I started the club and intend to publish 2 journals annually. Lot's of great information. http://www.bottledshipbuilder.com/ Jeff mtaylor, JesseLee, IgorSky and 1 other 4 Quote A mighty fortress is our God a bulwark never failing!
PoliteGhost Posted April 26, 2019 #293 Posted April 26, 2019 (edited) Thank you very much for your kind invitation, but I already got membership of bottledshipbuilder a few days ago. Tho my username is different there, because somehow PoliteGhost couldn't be validated there. Edited April 26, 2019 by PoliteGhost pressed send button too quickly. mtaylor, Omega1234 and JesseLee 3 Quote
HMS Bellisle Posted June 9, 2019 #294 Posted June 9, 2019 Plans are to finishWivern by June 11th are things running to schedule for completion of hms wivern by the day after tomorrow, 11th june, 2019? mtaylor 1 Quote
Chasseur Posted June 10, 2019 Author #295 Posted June 10, 2019 Unfortunately the answer is no. Work has been extremely busy, issues with my Mom’s health, and my wife’s executor dealings with her parents estate has delayed completion. So I texted my Son’s fiancé and told her my Son will receive the Wivern for Christmas as it’s still a surprise gift. Hopefully I can finish it by the fall and dive back into the Preussen by sometime in October. Thanks for following up and holding my feet to the fire Belleisle! Marten 1 Quote A mighty fortress is our God a bulwark never failing!
HMS Bellisle Posted June 10, 2019 #296 Posted June 10, 2019 sorry to hear that hope things begin to improve for you soon mtaylor 1 Quote
Chasseur Posted June 10, 2019 Author #297 Posted June 10, 2019 Thankyou Bellisle! Greatly appreciated* HMS Bellisle and mtaylor 2 Quote A mighty fortress is our God a bulwark never failing!
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