Hello all, this is my first build log and my first wood model. I've collected a few wood kits over the years but have always worked with plastic, decided to finally take the plunge a couple months ago and get started.
The kit I decided to start with is the Model Shipways Armed Longboat. I'm currently about half way through the build, but I wasn't a member until now so here we go.
So far it doesn't look bad, but had a decent amount of trouble planking the hull. I think it got better as it went, I started with the top 4, then the keep 4,then the middle 6. I was still trying out new techniques with each set so some parts of the hull looks better than others.
All the wood has been conditioned and stained with natural wood color. The kit is supposed to be painted yellow ochre, but I think that's an ugly color so I haven't committed to painting yet, even if painting it would hide a number of my mistakes.
About to add in the thwart risers, the wood is soaking and about ready to be bent. A couple photos are attached of where I am.
The kit I decided to start with is the Model Shipways Armed Longboat. I'm currently about half way through the build, but I wasn't a member until now so here we go.
So far it doesn't look bad, but had a decent amount of trouble planking the hull. I think it got better as it went, I started with the top 4, then the keep 4,then the middle 6. I was still trying out new techniques with each set so some parts of the hull looks better than others.
All the wood has been conditioned and stained with natural wood color. The kit is supposed to be painted yellow ochre, but I think that's an ugly color so I haven't committed to painting yet, even if painting it would hide a number of my mistakes.
About to add in the thwart risers, the wood is soaking and about ready to be bent. A couple photos are attached of where I am.