Le Saint Philippe 1693 after Jean-Claude Lemineur (Ancre) in scale 1:48

[Dean62]

Today's update brings this ship back to the place it was when deconstruction commenced. I'll keep it brief...

Port side:

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Starboard side:

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A curious observation... Here is a side-by-side comparison of the first attempt (left) and the second attempt (right).

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Take a look at the moldings around the raised shield and lateral to it.

At the time of the photo on the left, I was still undecided as to whether or not I was keeping that work. Indeed, I was hopeful that as more parts were added the shortcomings of that attempt would fade into the background. But somewhere in my psyche I knew this work just wasn't good enough and the effort I put in to create nice moldings was pretty pathetic.

Compare that to the effort I put in on the right.

What an odd creature I am .

Much better! The more ornate moldings adds a sense of class.

 

[Der Alte Rentner]

Very nicely done - no need for a 3D printer for you! ...and the details on pass two of the molding really do make a difference.

 

[BradNSW]

Love the additional detail that you took the time to incorporate into your redo!!!

 

[GrantTyler]

What an odd creature I am

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Having seen the drawings of this stern, I’m pretty sure those tiny imperfections you are referring to will definitely get lost in translation as you go. From my viewing it looks pretty “darn” good Paul. You have certainly exceeded “Grants perfection”…….not hard to do tho.
Cheers Grant

 

[Frank48]

Today's update brings this ship back to the place it was when deconstruction commenced. I'll keep it brief...

Port side:

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Starboard side:

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A curious observation... Here is a side-by-side comparison of the first attempt (left) and the second attempt (right).

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Take a look at the moldings around the raised shield and lateral to it.

At the time of the photo on the left, I was still undecided as to whether or not I was keeping that work. Indeed, I was hopeful that as more parts were added the shortcomings of that attempt would fade into the background. But somewhere in my psyche I knew this work just wasn't good enough and the effort I put in to create nice moldings was pretty pathetic.

Compare that to the effort I put in on the right.

What an odd creature I am .

Hi Paolo, this is definitely real model-making—I really enjoy working with my hands...................Great job. Frank

 

[Dubz Modelling World]

That looks damn good Paul!

Dirk

 

[KMSvideo]

Úžasná a čistá práca. Tie lišty to krásne zjemnili a zároveň zvýraznili ladné krivky.

 

[Steef66]

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Having seen the drawings of this stern, I’m pretty sure those tiny imperfections you are referring to will definitely get lost in translation as you go. From my viewing it looks pretty “darn” good Paul. You have certainly exceeded “Grants perfection”…….not hard to do tho.
Cheers Grant

I agree. (The first part)

 

[CLB]

Today's update brings this ship back to the place it was when deconstruction commenced. I'll keep it brief...

Port side:

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Starboard side:

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A curious observation... Here is a side-by-side comparison of the first attempt (left) and the second attempt (right).

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Take a look at the moldings around the raised shield and lateral to it.

At the time of the photo on the left, I was still undecided as to whether or not I was keeping that work. Indeed, I was hopeful that as more parts were added the shortcomings of that attempt would fade into the background. But somewhere in my psyche I knew this work just wasn't good enough and the effort I put in to create nice moldings was pretty pathetic.

Compare that to the effort I put in on the right.

What an odd creature I am .

Looks much better Paul - the moldings were what first threw me off followed by the carvings - you have addressed them both nicely and can proceed. Well done !!!

 

[Daniel20]

Bravo! Much better moldings, a way better alignment effort, all add up to a satisfying look for the foundation of your galleries.

 

[dockattner]

Fantastic looking details. You know what they say, if you can carve, carve, if you can't 3D print.

Thanks, Cap'n Jack. In my case I can't 3D print (nor 3D model) so I have no choice but to carve .

 

[dockattner]

Much better! The more ornate moldings adds a sense of class.

Thanks, Dean. Agreed. This second attempt is more elegant looking - fits better with what's to come...

Very nicely done - no need for a 3D printer for you! ...and the details on pass two of the molding really do make a difference.

I suspect a time is coming when I wish I knew how to 3D model and print. We'll see!

Love the additional detail that you took the time to incorporate into your redo!!!

Thanks, Brad. I made the molding on my mill so that was easy and quick - but the mitered corners - not so quick.

 

[dockattner]

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Having seen the drawings of this stern, I’m pretty sure those tiny imperfections you are referring to will definitely get lost in translation as you go. From my viewing it looks pretty “darn” good Paul. You have certainly exceeded “Grants perfection”…….not hard to do tho.
Cheers Grant

If I can pull off the demands of what remains to do I agree that the little flaws will fade away...

I agree. (The first part)

Thank you kindly, my friend!

Amazing and clean work. Those moldings softened it beautifully while highlighting the graceful curves.

Agreed. This new look is more delicate and should fit better with the the carvings still be be made.

That looks damn good Paul!

Dirk

Thanks, Dirk. I appreciate your encouragement (and your critiques)!

 

[dockattner]

Hi Paolo, this is definitely real model-making—I really enjoy working with my hands...................Great job. Frank

This is a nice post, Frank. Given your resume as a competition judge I am always grateful that you think my work is worth following.

Looks much better Paul - the moldings were what first threw me off followed by the carvings - you have addressed them both nicely and can proceed. Well done !!!

Yup. In retrospect the first set of moldings was just apathy setting in. When perfectionists fail (and of course we always fail) its hard to move forward with the required rigor. At least I know now that I tried my best.

Bravo! Much better moldings, a way better alignment effort, all add up to a satisfying look for the foundation of your galleries.

Great observation, Daniel. All of this is nothing more than foundation.

 

[Peter Voogt]

Today's update brings this ship back to the place it was when deconstruction commenced. I'll keep it brief...

Port side:

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Starboard side:

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A curious observation... Here is a side-by-side comparison of the first attempt (left) and the second attempt (right).

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Take a look at the moldings around the raised shield and lateral to it.

At the time of the photo on the left, I was still undecided as to whether or not I was keeping that work. Indeed, I was hopeful that as more parts were added the shortcomings of that attempt would fade into the background. But somewhere in my psyche I knew this work just wasn't good enough and the effort I put in to create nice moldings was pretty pathetic.

Compare that to the effort I put in on the right.

What an odd creature I am .

This is looking very very promising, Paul. And the moldings with all their different corner joints look neat.
Regards, Peter

 

[dockattner]

This is looking very very promising, Paul. And the moldings with all their different corner joints look neat.
Regards, Peter

Thank you, Peter. A lot of wood nibbling with an XActo blade...