HMS Victory Mantua 1:78 (first build) by Grant Tyler

dockattner said:
A rather quiet conclusion to an epic build, Grant. My rookie build has some cringeworthy execution and decision making - and you probably feel the same about yours. But I have become a big fan of your work and your approach to building, and I just wanted to share my respect. In my imagination I picture a large workroom shared by like-minded guys building their models in community. Won't ever happen but I would be happy to share a worktable with you in that imaginary space (although the bubble wrap will have to go ROTF).
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Good afternoon Paul. Thank you kindly. I really enjoy sharing my shipyard here, my blunders and at time successes together with the learning, banter and friendships. I agree that my rookie build has plenty “cringeworthy “ aspects. I was even considering redoing some areas of my Victory however it won’t be my Rookie build if I do.

The bubble wrap is my secret weapon…. ROTF
RogerD said:
I really like the case Grant. It compliments but doesn’t detract from your wonderful build. Great job!
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Thank you very much Roger. Your support and encouragement have been most welcome during this project. Cheers Grant
Pathfinder65 said:
The only word that comes to mind is “AUSGEZEICHNET”. A wonderful home for your build.

Jan
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Thank you Jan. I don’t know if is just my Victory but this display case really finishes her off really well. I guess I’m going to have to do one for my Xebec as well.

Cheers Guys
Grant
 
Perfect indeed. You might choose a "subtle looking" stand so that the eyes immediately focus on the ship in its case. Just a thought
I just knew that those stools were to have a temporary life, but they did draw a lot of visual attention.

Cheers,Beer
 
oldflyer said:
Perfect indeed. You might choose a "subtle looking" stand so that the eyes immediately focus on the ship in its case. Just a thought
I just knew that those stools were to have a temporary life, but they did draw a lot of visual attention.

Cheers,Beer
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Good afternoon John. Thank you. Yep the stand will be Arlene’s choice. As this monster can be seen from the lounge I will just say yes Ma’am :D. Cheers Grant
 
GrantTyler said:
Hello Heinrich. Thanks. I didn’t want to make you miss our town, it was just a beautiful evening. A bit of nostalgia is always good for the soulROTF Yes it was one of those evenings- picnic on beach little windetc etc- you know what I mean.
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Grant: Were there chain plates provided with the kit, were they an after-market purchase or were they scratch built? If after-market, who did you purchase them from? I need some for my cross-sect. and the ones supplied with the Corel kit are not right.
 
uncchains said:
Grant: Were there chain plates provided with the kit, were they an after-market purchase or were they scratch built? If after-market, who did you purchase them from? I need some for my cross-sect. and the ones supplied with the Corel kit are not right.
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Good morning. my Victory chain plates are a combination of kit products and wire I used. They are not 100% accurate. Here is a more accurate representation (Caldercraft model) and the real ship:
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Cheers Grant
 
Thanks Grant. And thanks for the photos. I have found "sets" similar to yours and what is on the real ship from a Dry Dock and Cornwall but each source is out of stock of the 5mm size I need. Cornwall does have the "Admiral's Lantern in stock. I have plenty to work on while waiting for stock replenishment. I have the topsail and topgallant yards to prep, the main top needs the aft railing, etc. I am glad that I kept the 15 pages of plans from my Mamoli kit as they have been a valuable resource for correcting Corel's errors. The most glaring one is how short the hull is. As such, I only have room for two shrouds on each side the main mast. I have sent Model Expo a note asking if they can get one half of the hull section from Corel. If they and I can get this, I can cut it in half and extend the model's length by a few scale feet. This would require adding 6 more cannons (which I have several of) and feathering in decking and hull planking. After my hammock rail dries, I'll send you a photo of where I am in the build....
 
uncchains said:
The hull halves are not long enough to install a full set of dead eyes.
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I still cannot picture this. There were 13 deadeyes on the main mast channel and 2 on the small channel just aft of it . With room for only two shrouds this will be a very strange looking ship. :( I cropped the1765 profile plan for Victory to leave only two deadeyes for the mainmast shrouds and came up with the picture below. I am sure I did not get this right. It would also reduce her to a second rate from a first rate.
Allan
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