BALDER, Vlaardingen Herring Lugger from 1912, scratch build scale 1:50 Plate-On-Frame

[Peter Voogt]

That's looking pretty good, Peter. Smart solution to a nasty problem.

Thanks, Marco. I created my own problem ….. and glad I solved it!
Regards, Peter

 

[Peter Voogt]

Such a meticulous adherence to scale. Beautiful.

Thanks, Richard. A lot of measurement work on the 1:1 and remaining critical of the outcome. But sometimes it is quite a headache.
Regards, Peter

 

[RichardG]

It shows. The wide range of contrasting sizes and thicknesses create a fine delicate quality both pleasing to the eye and very authentic looking.

Metalwork - outstanding!

 

[GrantTyler]

Good morning Peter. This is the first split model I have seen with split rigging. Man she looks good when split.....Certianly my preference when you come to display her. Cheers Grant

 

[Peter Voogt]

Good morning Peter. This is the first split model I have seen with split rigging. Man she looks good when split.....Certianly my preference when you come to display her. Cheers Grant

Thanks, Grant. Sure the splitted parts give an extra dimension on the model. But there are more challenges with the rigging. What about splitting halyards which running ends are secured to the belaying pins on the starboard bulwark?
I am working out alternative securing points. That will probably lead to some discussion: "Those lines weren't secured there and in that way... etc."
So what... give me an example of a real ship with two halves sailing separately...
No, not the examples of hinged halves that have already been mentioned in post --> #1890 and #1892 <-- .
Regards, Peter

 

[Peter Voogt]

In this post --> #1864 De Spil <-- I mentioned the 1st artikel in the magazine "De Spil".
In the last issues of April '26 the 2nd artikel was published:


Got again positive reactions. Also when I mention my name when introducing myself to new people related to the Museum of Balder: "Aha, the men of the small model."
Regards, Peter

 

[Dubz Modelling World]

Very nice

 

[Heinrich]

The article is just recognition for what is simply an outstanding and groundbreaking modeling project! I think Mr van Beek did an excellent job of capturing the essence of the build - this is a really challenging task to summarise such an enormous project within the scope of two or three pages! Congratulations. Peter!

 

[dockattner]

I'm happy your work is being noticed and valued, Peter. Well deserved!

 

[Peter Voogt]

Very nice

Thanks, Dirk. It’s indeed a nicely written article.
Regards, Peter

 

[Peter Voogt]

The article is just recognition for what is simply an outstanding and groundbreaking modeling project! I think Mr van Beek did an excellent job of capturing the essence of the build - this is a really challenging task to summarise such an enormous project within the scope of two or three pages! Congratulations. Peter!

Thanks, Heinrich. Yes, Mr. H. Van Beek did a great job. During the almost a year between the 2 articles I took the model several time with we to the 1:1 Balder. So, he was aware of all the stages. He first wrote the 1st version and send it to me. I made some notification and he made the final version. It is a skill you must possess, not everyone is gifted with that.
Regards, Peter

 

[Peter Voogt]

I'm happy your work is being noticed and valued, Peter. Well deserved!

Thanks, Paul. In Vlaardingen and other ‘herring-cities’ it’s no problem. You can smell the traditions, so to speak….. or better: you can feel it.
Regards, Peter

 

[Jack Jäger]

Well worth all your hard work Peter. An ambition very successfully fulfilled,and of course a splindit original model.. You deserve all the praise recived.

My congratulations,

JJ..

 

[Peter Voogt]

Well worth all your hard work Peter. An ambition very successfully fulfilled,and of course a splindit original model.. You deserve all the praise recived.

My congratulations,

JJ..

Thanks for the compliments and very nice words, Jack. It remains a challenge to get everything realized. For sure now the rigging.
Regards, Peter