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[bgbear54]

I am looking to repair / restore a model done be a family menber 70 + yrs ago. it was hand built as not a kit as he used burnt match sticks. generally I call it a Galleon which I no idea. I need to redo the sails and rigging so I am looking for "plans . and suggestions welcome I am attaching a pic of the vessel in it case

 

[swampdweller126]

Hello and welcome to the forum, from NY

 

[Corsair]

Welcome to the forums !
I'm sorry, I have no ideas for your restoration.

 

[Rebus]

Welcome aboard.

 

[DARIVS ARCHITECTVS]

Restoring a rigged model is much more a research project than a physical one performing repairs. Learning the terminology and the function of all the lines takes study. It is easier if you actually build an entire model, using books and tutorials as you go, than jumping into a restoration with no knowledge whatsoever of how a ship is rigged. To start your journey learning what the lines are, you need this: LINK



After learning the terminology from this book and from this forum, ask specific questions here. Learn which lines are damaged and figure out what they are and where they were supposed to run. THEN attempt to fix the model by sourcing tools and materials after learning where they can be found from members on this forum. If you choose to devote the long weeks to learn rigging, you can fix this model.

 

[Rob444]

I believe there are build logs that discuss restoration of older models. There are also you tube videos that are probably worth a look. As Kurt says this is probably more of a research project. Take your time and I know you will do well (and have fun!). I am sure there will be many people who can help you with problems as they arise.

Welcome aboard from Connecticut!

Rob

 

[DARIVS ARCHITECTVS]

The ship appears to be an Elizabethan four masted galleon. The fourth mast was discontinued sometime before 1600. A four-masted galleon is that of HMS Revenge, Francis Drake's ship from the year 1577. You model may be based on it, or perhaps a Spanish galleon. Comparing the rigging of the Revenge to what you have will help you understand the rigging of this type of vessel. Attached below are the instructions for a basic model of the Revenge. The rigging instructions are easy to follow but will not instruct you as to what the lines do or their purpose. You can get that information from the book previously mentioned above. The offer an example of where lines could be belayed (tied off at the deck) and how they are run up into the masts and to the sails. If the model you are repairing has cut lines, they may help you determine what the line did and where it was routed.