HMS Victory- Caldercraft

[Ncseniorgolfer]

After nearly 3 weeks of upper respiratory illness I'm back to work on my ship. I have finished the starboard side and about 4 planks to finish the port side. The I will use some filler and sand then on to the quarter galleries.

 

[Ncseniorgolfer]

Finished 1st planking and quarter galleries. Galleries were a bear for me and actually had to redo one side because of being off 3/16". Starting on middle gun deck planking tomorrow then on to 2nd planking. I will take my time on this as I'm always nervous about screwing this up. Been looking for a pattern online for this but haven't found one yet.

 

[team118]

Looks like it's going to be a great start!
Can't even imagine doing my model in a 'real room'!
That takes some guts!

Nice job.

 

[Ncseniorgolfer]

Looks like it's going to be a great start!
Can't even imagine doing my model in a 'real room'!
That takes some guts!

Nice job.

Well, I'm in my man cave in the basement where nobody bothers me including my dog and my daughter's cats. I have TV, fridge and bathroom so I can hide for hours. ;-

 

[Ncseniorgolfer]

Finished planking the middle gun deck and moving to lining the two entry ports tomorrow after church. 2nd planking to follow. Not perfect but I'm satisfied with my lack of the abilities of experienced ship builders here and that's all that matters right now. There is so much knowledge here to absorb and to put to practice and I need to just be patient. I started this project hoping to be able to finish and enjoy. I'm 77 years old and my family history is one of not making 80. My mother was 74 and my father 76 when they died so I have a high bar set. Wish me luck. Bill

 

[GrantTyler]

Finished 1st planking and quarter galleries. Galleries were a bear for me and actually had to redo one side because of being off 3/16". Starting on middle gun deck planking tomorrow then on to 2nd planking. I will take my time on this as I'm always nervous about screwing this up. Been looking for a pattern online for this but haven't found one yet.

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Good morning. I will pull up a chair and watch this build. Such an impressive ship and this is the best kit on the market (IMHO) to build. You are off to a fine start. Enjoy. Cheers Grant

 

[Ncseniorgolfer]

While waiting for my glue order and lazy Susan I decided to work on the galleries and am
almost finished with them. Starting on 2nd planking this weekend.

 

[Ncseniorgolfer]

Finished the rear fascia using a lighted magnifier to paint. I was planning to have this done by my youngest daughter who is busy applying for schools for her PHD but tackled it myself. Starting 2nd planking today and hopefully finish this or next week.

 

[Ncseniorgolfer]

Both good to know regarding glued. I've started the 2nd planking on both sides trying to get 3-4 planks per side each day. Cutting out the gun ports took a great amount of my time.

 

[Ncseniorgolfer]

I'm going to have my artistic daughter touch up my paintings as I have a hard time staying steady. I may have her completely redo both galleries paint wise.

 

[Chestcutter]

Sorry to hear of your respiratory delays. I would recommend that irrespective of illness, when you do sanding of the hull you wear a protective face mask. Sawdust is not good for lungs. Ask me how I know.
Your Victory is looking nice.
The other small piece of advice I would offer is to consider finishing all the large scale wood construction before starting on the more delicate and painted areas such as the bow and stern, as they may get damaged or marked whilst doing the large wooden stuff.
Keep up your great work and the log its fun to follow along.

 

[AllanKP69]

Hi NC

Are the stern carvings from the kit? The reason I ask is concerning the fit of the outboard carvings adjacent to the balusters and lights. Probably easier to explain with the photo of Victory below.

I truly hope you are feeling better and have a great holiday season!

Allan

 

[Ncseniorgolfer]

Thanks Alan. Yes, these are the carvings that came in the kit and I do see what you're referring too. I wonder if Chris or others notice this also. Happy Holidays to you as well!

 

[AllanKP69]

I wonder if Chris or others notice this also

Chris?? Sorry, I am at a loss on who you are referring to.
Hope you are feeling better!!
Allan

 

[Bluebear26]

Bold move for the 3rd build! I'm new to this also, but not brave enough for Victory just yet. Will watch your build with interest. Good luck, looks great so far!

 

[Ncseniorgolfer]

Thanks. It is a challenge for sure. I have finished the 2nd planking of the hull and the upper gun deck and now framing the gun ports. One of the problems I'm running into is some of the parts are disintegrating upon cutting out especially the mast casings. I will be contacting Jotika as I proceed to get replacements. I built a Lazy Susan base to help maneuver around the ship as I proceed which has helped tremendously.

 

[Ncseniorgolfer]

Finished the wales and lining the gun ports then on to painting the hull. The gun ports linings are extremely difficult for me as it's hard for me to keep a steady hand. Using the handmade tool that Paul Vickers made and it's helping.

 

[Ncseniorgolfer]

I've finished lining the gun ports on the port side and moving to the starboard side. This is really a pain in the a__ if you know what I mean. Copper plating comes next and will take a month or two to complete according to PaulV and others.

 

[GregW]

Really nice work. I am also building the Caldercraft Victory. It is my second build and we are almost at exactly the same stage although I haven't added all the details to the stern yet.