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Kingfisher 1770 1:48 POF
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Before moving toward the waist of the ship, I discovered one more obligation for the forward end: the fish davit and the fish davit cleat (saddle). The fish davit is used as a crane to lift the crown end of the anchor. Around the time of the Kingfisher (according to Lees) there was a transition to a shorter spar fitted to the channel - but Antscherl argues for the larger timber on Swan Class ships and who am I to question that conclusion.
The fish davit:
A hand rope is fixed to each side of the fish davit with eyestrops:
The fish davit will need a metal ring on the forecastle deck, but that remains to be fabricated. In the image below you can appreciate the substantial size of the fish davit (it's as long as the extreme breadth of the ship itself):
Here is the fish davit cleat (saddle):
In association with the fixed gangway there is a ladder and a handrail. The ladder is made more complicated by the fact that its stiles are not parallel with one another. I was able to measure one side and came up with a 30-degree angle - I estimated the other side (27.5 degrees):
And now the guard rail...this was made more complicated by the horizontal 'offset' in the wooden rail, as well as in the corresponding iron strap that connects the rail to the forecastle breastwork:
Thank you for visiting my Kingfisher build report.
I'm still having a blast working on this challenging model
- I hope you are enjoying this build as well.
The fish davit:
A hand rope is fixed to each side of the fish davit with eyestrops:
The fish davit will need a metal ring on the forecastle deck, but that remains to be fabricated. In the image below you can appreciate the substantial size of the fish davit (it's as long as the extreme breadth of the ship itself):
Here is the fish davit cleat (saddle):
In association with the fixed gangway there is a ladder and a handrail. The ladder is made more complicated by the fact that its stiles are not parallel with one another. I was able to measure one side and came up with a 30-degree angle - I estimated the other side (27.5 degrees):
And now the guard rail...this was made more complicated by the horizontal 'offset' in the wooden rail, as well as in the corresponding iron strap that connects the rail to the forecastle breastwork:
Thank you for visiting my Kingfisher build report.
I'm still having a blast working on this challenging model
- I hope you are enjoying this build as well.
Beautiful stairs Paul with the slight twist in it, that's an eye for detail.
You are working impeccable details at every turn, as if you've been a scratch builder for decades.
The custom stairs with the 3-degree delta from one side to the other is precision redefined!!
The guardrail and iron strap/handrail are superb attention to detail.
Thanks for continuing to share your incredible work, it is motivating for all of us!!!
The custom stairs with the 3-degree delta from one side to the other is precision redefined!!
The guardrail and iron strap/handrail are superb attention to detail.
Thanks for continuing to share your incredible work, it is motivating for all of us!!!
A very nice stair with a handful of different details. Well done, Paul! And about the guard rail ........ the same.Before moving toward the waist of the ship, I discovered one more obligation for the forward end: the fish davit and the fish davit cleat (saddle). The fish davit is used as a crane to lift the crown end of the anchor. Around the time of the Kingfisher (according to Lees) there was a transition to a shorter spar fitted to the channel - but Antscherl argues for the larger timber on Swan Class ships and who am I to question that conclusion.
The fish davit:
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A hand rope is fixed to each side of the fish davit with eyestrops:
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The fish davit will need a metal ring on the forecastle deck, but that remains to be fabricated. In the image below you can appreciate the substantial size of the fish davit (it's as long as the extreme breadth of the ship itself):
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Here is the fish davit cleat (saddle):
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In association with the fixed gangway there is a ladder and a handrail. The ladder is made more complicated by the fact that its stiles are not parallel with one another. I was able to measure one side and came up with a 30-degree angle - I estimated the other side (27.5 degrees):
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And now the guard rail...this was made more complicated by the horizontal 'offset' in the wooden rail, as well as in the corresponding iron strap that connects the rail to the forecastle breastwork:
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Thank you for visiting my Kingfisher build report.
I'm still having a blast working on this challenging model
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Regards, Peter
Wonderful meticulous detail Paul. Your work is always such a pleasure to look at.
I just read through your last four pages or so and rather than click multiple icons and jamming up your “Alerts” (as I have before 
) I’ll just reemphasize my admiration for your skills and beautiful workmanship. Moving forwards into 2025 you continue to show a very special and quite rare skillset.
) I’ll just reemphasize my admiration for your skills and beautiful workmanship. Moving forwards into 2025 you continue to show a very special and quite rare skillset.
Thanks, Maarten. This arrangement actually has a name but it evades me at the moment. I am surely enjoying your fluyt build. Amazing demonstration!
Well, I have been a scratch builder for about a year
. It's a VERY nice kit that would build into a fine example, but having TFFM (Antscherl and Herbert) open next to me is too tempting and I end up thinking I can do work that is beyond me. My approximations are good but not masterful - I truly believe most everyone on the forum could do what I am doing - it just takes time. If I motivate a few folks then I guess that's good - as long as they enjoy being challenged.My sincere thanks.
Thank you, Peter. I know you recognize the effort being put in so I am very grateful for your kind words.
Your posts are always very encouraging, Daniel. Thanks for your friendship!
Thanks, Mirek. At 1:48 many of the details can be realized.
Thanks, Roger. As I mentioned above I actually think there are lots of people on the forum (yourself included) that can work at this level. But the amount of time that requires can be a discouragement to some. Time spent even impacts me. Some of the builds I admire most are ten-year projects. I'm not on-board for that. I have one long-term relationship already in my life and she has been promised there would be no othersI just read through your last four pages or so and rather than click multiple icons and jamming up your “Alerts” (as I have before
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Such precise beautiful work!Before moving toward the waist of the ship, I discovered one more obligation for the forward end: the fish davit and the fish davit cleat (saddle). The fish davit is used as a crane to lift the crown end of the anchor. Around the time of the Kingfisher (according to Lees) there was a transition to a shorter spar fitted to the channel - but Antscherl argues for the larger timber on Swan Class ships and who am I to question that conclusion.
The fish davit:
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A hand rope is fixed to each side of the fish davit with eyestrops:
View attachment 494641
The fish davit will need a metal ring on the forecastle deck, but that remains to be fabricated. In the image below you can appreciate the substantial size of the fish davit (it's as long as the extreme breadth of the ship itself):
View attachment 494642
Here is the fish davit cleat (saddle):
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In association with the fixed gangway there is a ladder and a handrail. The ladder is made more complicated by the fact that its stiles are not parallel with one another. I was able to measure one side and came up with a 30-degree angle - I estimated the other side (27.5 degrees):
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And now the guard rail...this was made more complicated by the horizontal 'offset' in the wooden rail, as well as in the corresponding iron strap that connects the rail to the forecastle breastwork:
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Thank you for visiting my Kingfisher build report.
I'm still having a blast working on this challenging model
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Thank you, Phil!
My Admiral (Sandy) says “smart man!”Thanks, Roger. As I mentioned above I actually think there are lots of people on the forum (yourself included) that can work at this level. But the amount of time that requires can be a discouragement to some. Time spent even impacts me. Some of the builds I admire most are ten-year projects. I'm not on-board for that. I have one long-term relationship already in my life and she has been promised there would be no others
Thank you, Stuglo.
Good morning Paul,
these are all beautiful details that you have created in the last few days. I personally like these works very much, you can see how the deck fills up and changes, absolutely great craftsmanship.
these are all beautiful details that you have created in the last few days. I personally like these works very much, you can see how the deck fills up and changes, absolutely great craftsmanship.
Thanks, Tobias. The work is very satisfying because most elements can be finished in only a day or two. Even the bow was just a series of (challenging!) steps that gave a feeling of progress even if the complete structure took quite a long time.
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Super progress, Paul. If I remember correctly, you like to work small parts freehand. I too like to feel the wood in my hands. In a strange, and pleasing way, it is intimate. So I know how difficult it is to achieve those flat surfaces with super clean 90s. Also, where those flat surfaces transition into curved shapes, your work is so clean. Is there any particular practice you use when doing this type of work, beyond the obvious requirements of good eyesight and physical dexterity?
Next, who are you currently sourcing your Black Hornbeam from? I got my last piece from Sergey before the conflict in Ukraine started. I'm looking for a decent piece block stock. Something like 600mmx200mmx200mm.
Your understanding of anatomy will help you a lot when it comes time to carve your figurehead. You know who else was incredibly knowledgeable of anatomy, Leonardo da Vinci! I do enjoy carving. It's therapeutic for me. The human head/face is the most challenging, for me at least. I do look forward to your carving, with excitement.
As always, wonderful work.
Next, who are you currently sourcing your Black Hornbeam from? I got my last piece from Sergey before the conflict in Ukraine started. I'm looking for a decent piece block stock. Something like 600mmx200mmx200mm.
Your understanding of anatomy will help you a lot when it comes time to carve your figurehead. You know who else was incredibly knowledgeable of anatomy, Leonardo da Vinci!
I do enjoy carving. It's therapeutic for me. The human head/face is the most challenging, for me at least. I do look forward to your carving, with excitement.As always, wonderful work.
Not sure what to say here. I just do it by eye and by hand... Of course, I also spend half a day agonizing over stuff that no one will ever notice (forum members being the exception) so if it weren't for the personal fun-factor I should probably submit myself for observation & treatment
.Yes, I am also sad that Sergey can no longer be my source of wood.
Give this guy a try (his name is Vahur): https://www.hobbymill.eu/en. He has black hornbeam and more.
Vahur was my supplier for the Kingfisher (when I am not using kit parts).
You might also want to see what this guy has: https://modellbau-holz.jimdoweb.com/startseite/mustertafel-holzsorten/. The website doesn't show hornbeam, but it might be worth contacting him.
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