1682 HMY FUBBS - 1:24 - Stern Section [COMPLETED BUILD]

I can help with that I think. This is the rear approximately 1/3 of the HMY Fubbs. From just forward of the main cabin to the rear. There isn't presently a completed model of this. Mike Shanks has a mostly built prototype of the model, but we changed a lot of parts from the prototype before production. The lofting and basic design of the ship is from Bob Hunt's plans for the kit he used to sell, (With his blessing and assistance as well), Mike with help from some other members of the Weasel Works group put this kit together. Mike did all of the production of the kits including all of the 3D printing, machining, laser cutting, additional documentation etc. The digital carvings and 3D modeling on the stern were my contribution. As mentioned earlier in the thread, this is intended to be the first version with all of the carvings and will have the interior of the main cabin, and bilge beneath it modeled. The ship was refit over the years and a lot of the carvings removed and replaced with a painted frieze. The stern lanterns are shown in different configurations during different time periods as well.

One key point about this project is the members of the group who have this kit have been heavily encouraged to put their spin on it. What I mean by that is it could be built with or without some of the carvings, the floor of the main cabin has several options. The model was developed with Portia's and Reverend Romeros Practicums and Bob Hunts work, as well as the photos of the contemporary model and paintings etc. But instead of deciding what is "Correct" and expecting everyone to do it that way. In places where there is confusion such as the layout of the main cabin floor, that is being left up to the builder to decide how they want to do it. There are quite a few items that there is no way to really know how it was; the contemporary model has the domed entryway on the port side and the later practicums all have the entryway on the starboard side. It could be built as provided 1684 version or after refit in accordance with one of the practicums it's up to each individual how they want to do that.

The kit contains a bunch of different types of wood kind of in line with the painting with wood concept. The members were also allowed to choose the wood they preferred for the frames and the method that they were produced. Meaning milled or laser cut. Main difference being the laser cut ones have bevel lines so you don't have to glue templates on them, but you do have to remove the char.

The model goes from frame 25 to the rear. This was chosen because it includes the gold domed entry and the windowed wall in front of the main cabin with a small portion of the quarterdeck.

Fubbs%20Clamps%20Print-M.jpg


This portion is basically what will be covered by the stern section. This is one of Bob Hunts models.

hunt%20stern-M.jpg
 
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I can help with that I think. This is the rear approximately 1/3 of the HMS Fubbs. From just forward of the main cabin to the rear. There isn't presently a completed model of this. Mike Shanks has a mostly built prototype of the model, but we changed a lot of parts from the prototype before production. The lofting and basic design of the ship is from Bob Hunt's plans for the kit he used to sell, (With his blessing and assistance as well), Mike with help from some other members of the Weasel Works group put this kit together. Mike did all of the production of the kits including all of the 3D printing, machining, laser cutting, additional documentation etc. The digital carvings and 3D modeling on the stern were my contribution. As mentioned earlier in the thread, this is intended to be the first version with all of the carvings and will have the interior of the main cabin, and bilge beneath it modeled. The ship was refit over the years and a lot of the carvings removed and replaced with a painted frieze. The stern lanterns are shown in different configurations during different time periods as well.

One key point about this project is the members of the group who have this kit have been heavily encouraged to put their spin on it. What I mean by that is it could be built with or without some of the carvings, the floor of the main cabin has several options. The model was developed with Portia's and Reverend Romeros Practicums and Bob Hunts work, as well as the photos of the contemporary model and paintings etc. But instead of deciding what is "Correct" and expecting everyone to do it that way. In places where there is confusion such as the layout of the main cabin floor, that is being left up to the builder to decide how they want to do it. There are quite a few items that there is no way to really know how it was; the contemporary model has the domed entryway on the port side and the later practicums all have the entryway on the starboard side. It could be built as provided 1684 version or after refit in accordance with one of the practicums it's up to each individual how they want to do that.

The kit contains a bunch of different types of wood kind of in line with the painting with wood concept. The members were also allowed to choose the wood they preferred for the frames and the method that they were produced. Meaning milled of laser cut. Main difference being the laser cut ones have bevel lines so you don't have to glue templates on them, but you do have to remove the char.

The model goes from frame 25 to the rear. This was chosen because it includes the gold domed entry and the windowed wall in front of the main cabin with a small portion of the quarterdeck.

Fubbs%20Clamps%20Print-M.jpg


This portion is basically what will be covered by the stern section. This is one of Bob Hunts models.

hunt%20stern-M.jpg

Thank you so much for helping with this answer !!!!

Cheers !
Daniel
 
WELL PUT JODIE GREAT EXPLANATIONS COVERS SO MUCH OF THIS AMAZING PROJECT YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS AND OTHERS (MIKE41 ETC) REALLY IS HOW A GROUP BUILDE SHOULD BE WITH CONTRIBUTIONS BY MANY GROUPED INTO ONE. THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH. GOD BLESS STAY SAFE ALL DON
 
Decorative wood ornaments are very rough, traces of the cutter are visible. The Chinese were in a hurry to make quality. But after all, rich and developed decor is the main feature of this yacht.
 
Decorative wood ornaments are very rough, traces of the cutter are visible. The Chinese were in a hurry to make quality. But after all, rich and developed decor is the main feature of this yacht.
This is not a chinese kit
 
Sorry then. Maybe the manufacturer is registered in another country, but the whole style is very characteristic
 
also all the Cnc machines works the same way,the mill bits leaves some marks ,most likely the decors need some polishing ,that is normal
 
I'm a bit familiar with cnc and will say it's a rough job. Thick cutter and coarse pitch to save time
 
TOTMOZ PLEASE READ MY LOG CALLED INTRODUCTION, THE PERSON WHO DID THE MAUFACTURING IS AN UNDOUBTED EXPERT WITH THE FINEST MACHINES AVAILABLE, YOU HAVE TO READ THE POSTS TO DETERMINE WHAT THE KIT IS NO CHINNESE PURLY NUSA NOT FOR SALE. GOD BLESS STAY SAFE ALL
 
Donfarr , yes, I was convinced that this is not a Chinese manufacturer. As for the quality of the decor, I leave my opinion unchanged.
 
In no way do I want to humiliate the manufacturer of the kit. A very good idea. But in such a ship, the main highlight is high-quality decor, especially on such a scale. Not every modeler will be able to manually bring the decor to an acceptable state, it is better to let the machine do it.
 
Should be a very nice project. Is this kit available to purchase some where? Thanks, Paul
Hi Paul

Unfortunately, it isn't available for purchase. It was a gift to myself from the developer. He (Mike Shanks) produced another 9.

I was the first to get it. But my built will go VERY SLOW!!!. it is an advanced kit for my skills, so I need time to study it's built. The other kits are in hands of much more experienced modelers.

Daniel
 
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If this kit is not available, are others by the same builder? It looks incredible, and at a scale I could handle, if not find a display place for.
 
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