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I was given a Corel Flying Fish model from a relative. Man , to me there seems to be no real directions. Bad choice for a starter ship? bought a couple of books on ship building which were just more confusing. Supposed to be a relaxing hobby.
 
yup! at first glance it looks intimidating and how and where to start.

first you are in the right place consider the forum as you instruction and how to proceed.

lets start with pictures of what you got from your relative. Then we can break it all down into manageable steps.

it is fun and relaxing just don't get frustrated
 
I believe your instinct that this is not a beginner wooden ship kit is correct. I recommend that you try starting with something simpler. I have built the model shipways kits and have found them a great way to start. The model shipways kits can be purchased with or without a set of starter tools so that is helpful. I would suggest you read the build logs of the kits here to get an idea of what is involved . There are also you tube videos build logs for different kits to help along. You can look at those to help you with your decision. The model Shipway dory kit is the first of three. Model Expo has a deal that if you send them a picture of your completed Dory, they give you full credit of the cost of the ship to your next kit.


I suggest you peruse this section of the fourms

Beginners Corner - How to Get Started

Beginners Corner - How to Get Started
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Here is a build log I found on the flying fish


Flying Fish - Corel

I started this model many years ago and due to other commitments have only just started again. My intention is to keep at it until complete. I shall be adding pictures as I progress. These are photos of the work completed before this new burst of enthusiasm :
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Rob
 
You have what’s known as a POB, Plank on Bulkhead kit. The principles of building these are the same for all such kits, simple or complicated. There is a central spine, commonly called a false keel. The bulkheads are glued crosswise each into its respective notch to provide the skeleton of the hull. You then add the planking to the hull. Some of these kits require two layers of planking. The first supports the second finished layer. Check out build logs here on the forum to get the idea. As Dave says proceed step by step. Don’t worry about future steps until you’ve completed the hull.

Roger
 
No, the Flying Fish is not a beginner model. All of Corel's model instructions are aimed at experienced modelers, so they do not describe the basic skills of planking and rigging in any detail. They just provide plans and assume you know how a wooden sailing ship goes together. Parts are sometimes required to be carved out of primitive wood shaped in Corel kits as well. Set this model aside for later, and choose one which you can hone your skills on first, and the process of learning the art of ship modelling in wood will be far easier and not an exercise in frustration. Look at the various ship build logs on this forum, and read the posts on the topic of beginner models to get you started on the easy path.
 
Jay, I am relatively new to the hobby and I suggest you do what I did. Do a search on youtube and you will find many videos on building various ships. There are guys who have 50 to 90 videos on building a ship step by step. Find the video or person that you like and can relate to and go buy that model. I build the Occre HMS Beagle as my first ship and build along with this video series.


It was a totally enjoyable project and I learned so much. Very nice to be able to watch someone do step by step when you are learning.
 
Roger Pellett said:
You have what’s known as a POB, Plank on Bulkhead kit. The principles of building these are the same for all such kits, simple or complicated. There is a central spine, commonly called a false keel. The bulkheads are glued crosswise each into its respective notch to provide the skeleton of the hull. You then add the planking to the hull. Some of these kits require two layers of planking. The first supports the second finished layer. Check out build logs here on the forum to get the idea. As Dave says proceed step by step. Don’t worry about future steps until you’ve completed the hull.

Roger
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