uss constitution

Ok, this is my first build log ever and I started with the USS Constitution (MS2040 1/76, 48 inches, Model Expo). It was definitely an ambitious move to undertake after realizing that this is one of the more challenging builds. As I promised in my intro, I am adding pictures of what I've done...

This is my first attempt at building a ship. I know it is not perfect, but you get better over time. The hull is prefty much painted, now, Maybe a little more touch up to do. I am in no rush to build her. Taking my time. I used to build tanks and planes, but became fascinated with sailing...

I am building the Revell 1:96 USS Constitution from an unfinished kit. Reworking a hull that some else has started presents some difficulties, missing parts, painting that has been done so far, broken parts, a lot has to be reworked. I had ordered decking from HIS, never got it, so ordered one...

This new build is of the Model Shipways USS Constitution Cross Section (MS2045) at 1:76 (Actually the scale is 1:76.8 or 5/32" = 1'). The finished model is 4"x6"x32". I chose this kit for several reasons: 1) It is a nice kit and I like cross sections; 2) The Constitution cross section is a...

It all starts with preparing the assembly..... And, because during the construction of the previous models I was always looking for the right parts....I started with a box holding the wooden strips... This will help!

I should have started this project a year ago but moving house prevented this from happening. I posted a kit review February last year if you would like to know what's inside the box. This will be the forth ship I've built and by far the most challenging. This build will be out of the box I'm...

Hi folks! I have just started posting here and am already in-progress on the Model Shipways Constitution Cross Section, kit MS2045. In looking around I see that there are a couple of Mamoli cross section build threads, but none for the MS. So even though I've started already I haven't really...

Started with the first sketches today.

Is anyone building the USS Constitution by Model Expo? I have done a search, but to my surprise, I have yet to find anyone building this version. Donald

I've had this kit in my stash for quite a few years and I think it's finally time to build it. I know that the kit is chock full of inaccuracies, it's missing a deck Mamoli modeled 3 decks instead of the correct 4), there is a cannon on the main deck (probably added to create display interest)...

Good Day Folks, I joined this august body a good way through the Enterprise, and after reading about the US Navy founding, decided to try building her squadron mate...

Hi everyone, here's a link to my blog where I'm attempting my first model build ever. I chose a pretty difficult one apparently but I'm excited to see how it turns out. I started the Revell 1:96 USS Constitution build a year ago and then took a long break but I'm back now to try and finish it...