HMS Sphinx - Vanguard Models 1:64 by Ronald-V

[Jacapa412]

By the way....I see in many building logs that people keep this curve too sharp, and sometimes it almost looks like it makes an angle. I think people are sometimes too afraid to remove too much from the final bulkhead. I really recommend taking a good look at contemporary models to see how the lines should run.

That’s probably one of the changes I’ll make to my *SOTS* when I reach that stage; I prefer the look of the curved, uniform planking on the port and starboard sides over the straight transom. I know this specific issue sparks debate and disagreement among modeler groups, but ultimately, we’re the ones who decide how to build our models and that’s the best part of the hobby. Of course, the goal is to make it as close to the original as possible, but anyway, I don’t want to derail your thread with these comments.

 

[Ronald-V]

That’s probably one of the changes I’ll make to my *SOTS* when I reach that stage; I prefer the look of the curved, uniform planking on the port and starboard sides over the straight transom. I know this specific issue sparks debate and disagreement among modeler groups, but ultimately, we’re the ones who decide how to build our models and that’s the best part of the hobby. Of course, the goal is to make it as close to the original as possible, but anyway, I don’t want to derail your thread with these comments.

Sounds good Jack! Looking forward to that build

 

[Ronald-V]

Stern/side gallery update:

finally finished with the decoration for the stern and side gallery...and she carries proud her name now



Mounting the name on the stern had to be done a bit the old-school way. Chris had very nicely laser-marked the exact placement of the letters, but I sanded those away because otherwise I wouldn't get a nice transition to the adjacent parts. So I placed the letters mainly by eye, with the help of some guidelines (a centerline, etc.). It was a little bit stressful because it looks pretty silly if the letters aren't positioned correctly, but in the end, it turned out fine.






The roof tiles of the side gallery consist of PE strips. These were first sprayed with the airbrush in the respective color. (vallejo black/grey 70.862)






Then glued down with CA adhesive, not the entire strip at once, but starting with the first two tiles, then a few in the middle, and finally two drops on the last 2 tiles. They need to be bent sideways a very small amount to create the curve. This must be done very carefully a little bit everywhere so that nothing buckles.






Two laser-cut decorative strips of pear wood will be added on top. Because the side gallery has a slight curve, I first soaked them and then clamped them into the pieces of pear wood from which the roof of the side gallery came. This still retains the negative shape of that, so it works out nicely. Naturally, I let them dry overnight.







When I was busy gluing these pieces of wood above the gallery...at first it wasn't quite right and I carefully pulled it off again...unfortunately, I pulled a piece of paint off the roof tiles along with it...sigh

So metal primer again, color...As you can see, I also dry-brushed the roof tiles a bit with a lighter color. It's certainly not the best version haha, but I'm not dissatisfied with it either. It could be much better, but I think this effect has something going for it, so I'll leave it like this (before I mess it up).






End result










And that brings this chapter to an end. For now, this decoration is finished and I’m leaving it as is. On the top of the stern, you can still see bare wood that blends in a bit with the side. I don't know exactly what I'm going to do with this yet, probably put a nice black caprail on it (is that what you call it?). I did saw that in some other builds. But that’s all for later.

 

[Ronald-V]

Fun little clip of it

 

[dockattner]

I continue to enjoy following your excellent work, Ronald!

 

[Jacapa412]

Stern/side gallery update:

finally finished with the decoration for the stern and side gallery...and she carries proud her name now



Mounting the name on the stern had to be done a bit the old-school way. Chris had very nicely laser-marked the exact placement of the letters, but I sanded those away because otherwise I wouldn't get a nice transition to the adjacent parts. So I placed the letters mainly by eye, with the help of some guidelines (a centerline, etc.). It was a little bit stressful because it looks pretty silly if the letters aren't positioned correctly, but in the end, it turned out fine.

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The roof tiles of the side gallery consist of PE strips. These were first sprayed with the airbrush in the respective color. (vallejo black/grey 70.862)

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Then glued down with CA adhesive, not the entire strip at once, but starting with the first two tiles, then a few in the middle, and finally two drops on the last 2 tiles. They need to be bent sideways a very small amount to create the curve. This must be done very carefully a little bit everywhere so that nothing buckles.

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Two laser-cut decorative strips of pear wood will be added on top. Because the side gallery has a slight curve, I first soaked them and then clamped them into the pieces of pear wood from which the roof of the side gallery came. This still retains the negative shape of that, so it works out nicely. Naturally, I let them dry overnight.

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When I was busy gluing these pieces of wood above the gallery...at first it wasn't quite right and I carefully pulled it off again...unfortunately, I pulled a piece of paint off the roof tiles along with it...sigh

So metal primer again, color...As you can see, I also dry-brushed the roof tiles a bit with a lighter color. It's certainly not the best version haha, but I'm not dissatisfied with it either. It could be much better, but I think this effect has something going for it, so I'll leave it like this (before I mess it up).

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End result

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And that brings this chapter to an end. For now, this decoration is finished and I’m leaving it as is. On the top of the stern, you can still see bare wood that blends in a bit with the side. I don't know exactly what I'm going to do with this yet, probably put a nice black caprail on it (is that what you call it?). I did saw that in some other builds. But that’s all for later.

If you don't mind me asking, Roland, I can't recall right now if you used two layers of planking. I wanted to ask if you made that final layer using 0.05mm veneer strips or perhaps another material? That’s pear wood, right? The more I look at your photos, the more amazed I am by the detailed curvature of the stern and how perfect, aligned, and crisp the planking looks along the keel!! I’m speechless my friend!!!!

 

[Ronald-V]

I continue to enjoy following your excellent work, Ronald!

Thank you!

If you don't mind me asking, Roland, I can't recall right now if you used two layers of planking. I wanted to ask if you made that final layer using 0.05mm veneer strips or perhaps another material? That’s pear wood, right? The more I look at your photos, the more amazed I am by the detailed curvature of the stern and how perfect, aligned, and crisp the planking looks along the keel!! I’m speechless my friend!!!!

Thanks again for the compliment! Yes I used two layers of planks. The first layer just the standard linden wood and for the second layer 0.8mm pearwood. The kit comes standard with 0.8mm pear wood for the hull. But I did replaced this with my own purchased wood, not because the kit supplied wood was not good, but because I needed different width's and I didn't want too much color difference. So I purchased everything by one supplier (Hobbymill, which I can recommend). You could use ofcourse also the kit wood and mix it with a few wider planks if the color difference isn't too much or you like the appearance of that.

 

[Jacapa412]

Thank you!


Thanks again for the compliment! Yes I used two layers of planks. The first layer just the standard linden wood and for the second layer 0.8mm pearwood. The kit comes standard with 0.8mm pear wood for the hull. But I did replaced this with my own purchased wood, not because the kit supplied wood was not good, but because I needed different width's and I didn't want too much color difference. So I purchased everything by one supplier (Hobbymill, which I can recommend). You could use ofcourse also the kit wood and mix it with a few wider planks if the color difference isn't too much or you like the appearance of that.

Hi Ronald-V I take it 0.8 mm is the width correct? What about the thickness? My concern is how it will handle bending around the curve of the stern; do you have any advice on that? Thanks for the wood supplier contact info; the downside is that they are in the EU and I live in the US. Orders from the EU have become a real headache, they're charging customs fees I’ve never had to pay before, plus there are delays of weeks, sometimes nearly a month. Thanks a lot for your reply; I’ll definitely keep your recommendation in mind. I need to take a good look at the wood in my kit. Best regards.