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Duncan

Duncan

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I’m not finished with this model yet (Muscongus Bay Lobster Smack (Model Shipways 1:24) but I’m already thinking about my next build. I want to keep the scale 1:24 so I see the Glad Tidings Pinky Schooner (Model Shipways). Then looking at some building logs (the Russian lady and others) this kit seems to be way above my pay grade. What do you think?
 
Hello Duncan. I like the bigger scale, 1:24 will be a nice scale for a small boat. On such a scale, you can show a lot of details we usually straggling in smallest scales. Glad Tidings Pinky Schooner from Model Shipways should be a very nice\challanging project- exactly how we want it!!
 
I think that of you build a ship that seems above your present skill level, your skills will rise to the occasion. There will be some errors and things you are not satisfied with, and some pain and struggle in areas you need to learn how to do for several steps. However, you will learn so much, and the satisfaction once it is complete will be all the greater. Challenge yourself. Build what inspires you.

If I had to choose, I would build the Lady Nelson by Victory Models over a similar ship by Model Shipways because it would have much better quality wood and fittings.

Example: this was my FIRST wooden model ship. It's not perfect but It can be done.
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I suggest you look for build logs of the kit you want to get next, see how many there are, and what others did with the kit.

Some folks like to super detail a kit that is not designed as such from factory and you may think the kit is harder due to the work they do to make a good kit great.

Like Brian and the other Kurt said, go for it and challenge yourself to learn more and remember if you need help, just ask for it in the build log, and those who are following will help you out for sure. This is some of the best ship builders around, and they as a group have dealt with most problems you might have as a novice builder.
 
Thanks to all for your suggestion.
I’m at the sails and rigging stage with my current build. (1:24 Muscongus Bay Lobster Smack) A good amount of the rigging is using 0.4 mm “rope”. I can’t imagine working on a smaller scale. Of course that scales to 3/8” real rope. I would image that a larger ship would not use such small rope except for whipping.
 
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