westphalia Posted August 9, 2014 Share #1 Posted August 9, 2014 My first ever model boat build and first MSW post. I was in Bluejacket's shop two weeks ago in Searsport, ME and marveled over all their kits and thought I would jump in feet first and give this one a try. Maybe this is the standard and it gets easier with experience but the directions are really more highlights of the build rather than step by step. Regardless, I'm looking forward to each stage and now get to tackle hull planking, woohoo! I'm using a walnut stain instead of the maple color for the inside of the hull, it will nearly match the mahogany seats, hope that will look ok (mostly because I had this handy and didn't want to drive into town). Thinking of adding spar urethane also to give it the shiny poly look, maybe that will lighten the inside also. yvesvidal and reilly 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westphalia Posted August 10, 2014 Author Share #2 Posted August 10, 2014 Bottom, stem, transom beveled, lowest of 4 planks steamed and glued on. Bow, stern, and bottom shaped and sanded. Now need to add 3 more planks on each side and buy more bandaids as those x-actos are sharp. ;-) yvesvidal 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted August 10, 2014 Share #3 Posted August 10, 2014 Looks good so far. Sharp blades will cut. I always leave a little dna on my models. Russ Jay 1 1 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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