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Hi new on the block. I'am a beginner little experience. I have the Scientific Models Constitution kit# 300, and the Thermopylae kit 182. Any comments?
Welcome aboard SOS, PeterB. We have a few build logs on the Scientific Models Constitution
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80’s Scientific USS Constitution build
Hello. I originally had this kit back then but it was gotten rid of and lost. We found this one online and well, here we go. The rudder and rudder post won’t be as they should but most of my people won’t notice also I the deck is not stained only polyed. Trying to make use of putty to smooth the...
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USS Constitution from Scientific Models
I was rummaging through a friend’s hoard of books, magazines, paintings, and generally interesting things with him. While I was gawking at his stuff, we were talking about my hobbies as well. As we headed back downstairs, he picked up an old wooden kit of the Constitution made by Scientific and...
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Please check them out, If you have any questions, you can ask members who are building them.
Welcome aboard!!
Welcome aboard! There are currently three recent builds that may be of interest. Two are of the Scientific USS Constitution models. One is of the Thermopylae. Good luck with yours!
Bill
Bill
also from my side a warm welcome here on board of our forum
The Thermopylae is not often build - so highly interesting
The Thermopylae is not often build - so highly interesting
Welcome to the forum from NY
Hi all. Thanks for the welcome. I am not familiar with the working of a forum yet, but not to old to learn. Ha, Ha. Question. What primer to use & do you prime all the parts that are going to be painted. I think I will start the Constitution first. Its been in the 90s here Clearwater Fl.
Hi all. Thanks for the welcome. I am not familiar with the working of a forum yet, but not to old to learn. Ha, Ha. Question. What primer to use & do you prime all the parts that are going to be painted. I think I will start the Constitution first. Its been in the 90s here Clearwater Fl.
welcome to the forums !
If you are really a beginner I would suggest you hold on to those kits for a bit and start on something easier. There can be a steep learning curve (which I am in the middle of) with wooden ships. I spent many years with plastic models, but these creatures are of a completely different nature. Luckily the tools are more or less the same (except maybe for many more clamps!). I would suggest you start with the Model expo Shipwright series of three ships. They will give you full credit when you build the dory and send you a picture.
there are many building logs on this site and also many youtube videos to help you with these.
there are many building logs on this site and also many youtube videos to help you with these.
Newb builds a Dory! [COMPLETED BUILD]
I decided I wanted to eventually build my USS CONSTITUTION but needed to gain some skills and ship building knowledge to achieve that goal ! In doing so I bought the triple kit for model expo and started on the Dory!
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Welcome, yikes, you might consider Rob444 advise. You can always tap into the knowledge base on the forum. Good luck.
Ok, so, lets back up a second. Where did you buy the "Scientific" Constitution? Isn't that an older kit? Did you buy it new or from eBay? From what I have researched, I think this is an older kit. This would help.
The newer kits on the market have "matured" to the point that they are much better. Usually a much older kit - means more work and not necessarily more experience to produce a decent model.
Can you POST an image of the Constitution box and some of the contents?
To post an image, "WHILE YOU ARE CREATING A TEXT POST" Look to the immediate LEFT and BOTTOM of the post and you will see the words "Attach files".
When you click on that, your computer or phone will open another screen to SELECT the file or image you want to include.
Then you just click on POST REPLY.
The newer kits on the market have "matured" to the point that they are much better. Usually a much older kit - means more work and not necessarily more experience to produce a decent model.
Can you POST an image of the Constitution box and some of the contents?
To post an image, "WHILE YOU ARE CREATING A TEXT POST" Look to the immediate LEFT and BOTTOM of the post and you will see the words "Attach files".
When you click on that, your computer or phone will open another screen to SELECT the file or image you want to include.
Then you just click on POST REPLY.
Hi there. Here you go. Found receipt from 1980. It was a gift from a yard sale. I also have from the same year the Scientific Models "Thermopylae Clipper Ship Model. Kit 182.
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Yep, that’s the one I’m working on. I’m bashing the sails and rigging, though. My build is pretty much step by step. If you have any questions or suggestions, either pm me or post on my build log. You can click on the post above that says USS Constitution or look at my signature block and click on the build. If you’re using your phone, you might have to turn your phone sideways to see the signature block.
Vic
Welcome from sunny Florida
I routinely use several coats of sanding sealer before any painting.
Rob
Rob
I’ve never used primer on ships. I guess I figured they wouldn’t be banged around much. Acrylic paint seems to cover pretty well. I’ve also used shellac or polyurethane for extra protection.
