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HMS Victory by Sven - 1:600 scale - Finished


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Thank you my friends for the great encouragement.

 

Kevin I see from your build that it is shaping up to be an exemplary Vic!

Daniel I will certainly send a couple of pics in for consideration, fingers crossed and thanks for the suggestion. I have not used thread blocks at they do not need to move it is simply a knot with a blob of glue. I am not sure that a thread block would work with this line as it is a little stiff and does not bend well.

 

I think the build is drawing to a close. It has a pleasing density to it now just a few more strings flags and the anchors. Must not forget the rudder!

 

I also need to think about how best to mount the ship inside the glass dome

 

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I had started on a small (about 6 inches long including the rigging) victory before. I had planked half of the hull then I gave up. I could never hope that it would turn out so good even if I did complete it. Just looking at your model I would think that it was at least 1/100 scale until I see those clips on the keel.

 

Great work.

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Once again thanks for looking in on my build!

 

We are going away for some sun to escape the long continuing London winter so I shall complete the build when we return

 

Time to review the things I think could be improved

 

I definitely need to improve planning the rigging in advance with more fixings on yards hull and tops

 

I also think that it is possible to get a good approximation of ratlines and deadeyes which I shall try next time

 

I am happy with the materials used but would like to improve the precision of deck fittings

 

The tension in the rigging needs to be managed better and I would like to try getting more realistic sag on the lines

 

There should be less reliance on glue which has built up too much in some places and catches the light.

 

Matt

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Matt,

 

Your photography is marvellous.  I know you told us before about the ColorLake app, but what are you using for the backdrops?

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Matt,

Just found your thread,and it's an awesome build!!  In truth you have inspired me to give mini's a try.Now all thats left is to pick

a ship,and try my best to keep from irritating my wife while building it.

                       Doug Jones

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Matt,

 

Your photography is marvellous. I know you told us before about the ColorLake app, but what are you using for the backdrops?

Ahh. That will be our new 50 inch tv. I find a nice photo on the laptop and play it thru Apple TV onto the big screen. Hold up the model in front and take the photo! All very low tech!

 

Might not work so will if the model was at 1:48 scale!

 

Matt

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Matt,

Just found your thread,and it's an awesome build!!  In truth you have inspired me to give mini's a try.Now all thats left is to pick

a ship,and try my best to keep from irritating my wife while building it.

                       Doug Jones

Thanks Doug, go for it!

 

Actually I am finding the small build quite admiral friendly! Small enough to fit into home decor when complete!!

 

Matt

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I totally agree!  I have six ships in my living room on one shelf.  They are so inconspicuous the Admiral doesn't mind at all.  Also way cheaper to build.  

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Ahh. That will be our new 50 inch tv. I find a nice photo on the laptop and play it thru Apple TV onto the big screen. Hold up the model in front and take the photo! All very low tech!

Might not work so will if the model was at 1:48 scale!

Matt

Thanks for sharing the "magic trick" Matt - I'll have to give that a go with my 1:90 :D

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Hi Matt!

Just came across your build and my mind is boggled! You have mad skills sir! Thanks for the tips on the photos too - your results with those are as stunning as your build. I suppose your skills riding your KTM must be equally impressive! :)

-Buck

 

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Thanks Salty and everyone else that has been following this log, I have enjoyed it immensely and with all your encouragement I have done a lot more than I thought I could! There also seems to be a bit of a motorbike subculture among us modellers as well!

 

Finally it is finished, mounted on small brass pillars and installed in the glass cloche acquired by the admiral.

 

It took about 200 hours.... I am looking forward to doing another!

 

 

Matt

 

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She's a real beauty.  You did a great job.  I can't wait to see what you do next.  

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Outstanding Matt!  I too look forward to your next build.

 

I have six ships in my living room on one shelf

 

 

Let me try to run that one past my Admiral...LOL

 

Michael

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Other projects  Pilot Cutter 1:500 ;   Maria, 1:2  Now just a memory    

Future model Gill Smith Catboat Pauline 1:8

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Matt,

Stunning work on her.  Just beautiful.

 

Michael,

Who needs a shelf.   I'll bet you could put at least 6 models of that size on your cutter.  :)

Mark
"The shipwright is slow, but the wood is patient." - me

Current Build:                                                                                             
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 NRG Hallf Hull Planking Kit                                                                            HMS Sphinx 1775 - Vanguard Models - 1:64               

 

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CH-53 Sikorsky - 1:48 - Revell - Completed                                                   Licorne - 1755 from Hahn Plans (Scratch) Version 2.0 (Abandoned)         

         

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

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Outstanding

Its all part of Kev's journey, bit like going to the dark side, but with the lights on
 

All the best

Kevin :omg:


SAY NO TO PIRACY. SUPPORT ORIGINAL IDEAS AND MANUFACTURERS.
KEEP IT REAL!

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Matt - congratulations on completing her.  Fabulous detail at such a small scale.  I too am looking forward to the next project!

 

Bob

Current build -- MS Bluenose

Future build - MS Flying Fish

 

"A ship is safe in harbor, but that's not what ships are for." - William G. T. Shedd

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Thanks for all the messages it really means a lot and I am now officially hooked on the hobby!

 

I think I shall stick at small scale work and fancy doing a C18th frigate perhaps at 1:400 scale.

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I for one would love to see that.  I say go for it.  

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Final touches. A few flags

 

Thanks for following this thread!

 

Matt

 

 

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Very nice touches for a very nice ship.

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Hi Matt,

 

Amazing work! I cannot imagine building a ship that small with that level of detail.

Regards,

Larry

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Fantastic work !

In progress:

CUTTY SARK - Tehnodidakta => scratch => Campbell plans

http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/2501-cutty-sark-by-nenad-tehnodidakta-scratched-campbells-plans/page-1#entry64653

Content of log :

http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/2501-cutty-sark-by-nenad-tehnodidakta-scratched-campbells-plans/page-62#entry217381

Past build:

Stella, Heller kit, plastic, Santa Maria, Tehnodidakta kit, wood, Jolly Roger Heller kit, plastic

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Thank you SO much for the kind words. I have really enjoyed building this model and the great encouragement from all on this forum

 

I have noticed an error in that I put a mizzen course sail on which I believe would never have been in place at the same time as the driver! Unfortunately it is very well glued in place so I think I shall live with the error as an idiosyncrasy of this model!

 

Matt

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