OcCre limited edition HMS Victory build.

[neilm]

Can’t find C. anywhere in the kit. I assume it’s the lighter thread but , eh?

 

[GIG1810]

Hello Neil,

I've only just found your build report. I will stick with it. Looks very clean so far.

Regards
Günter

 

[GIG1810]

5 x 2 Buche. Einbrettig, zu dick zum Biegen, aber ich glaube, ich schaffe das.
Mit ein bisschen Schleifen sollte es, denke ich, ganz okay aussehen. Bin bisher mit allem sehr zufrieden.

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[GIG1810]

Hello Neil,

your ship looks great. Please excuse me for replying in German first. My google chrome had a translation error.

Regards

Günter

 

[neilm]

Hello all! Still here and slowly readying the masts and yards.
Been distracted by a small cross section kit. Good for the mental break. A few pics of the distraction

 

[neilm]

Very nice work and the Victory looks fantastic.
Did you use Occre Satin Varnish? It looks that way on the decks.

Rattle can, satin varnish. Looks ok , nice and even coats.

 

[neilm]

I diverse a bit here. Should have started a new thread but a bit late now. But still a very detailed kit. Getting there.

 

[neilm]

Way too late to start a new build thread on but will just sneak in a couple of progress shots.
Sorry, nothing to do with the original thread but still nice eye candy for you .

 

[Uwek]

Hello Neil,

your ship looks great. Please excuse me for replying in German first. My google chrome had a translation error.

Regards

Günter

Hallo Günter alias @GIG23
we wish you all the BEST and a HAPPY BIRTHDAY

 

[neilm]

Hallo Günter alias @GIG23
we wish you all the BEST and a HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Many thanks. Very kind of you to bother. Happy Birthday also.

 

[drsmeister]

Good afternoon
Will there be a second layer of sheathing? If not, then the processing of the ports is fundamentally incorrect.View attachment 434194

 

[Stuart Little]

Many thanks Sevish. No instructions on their website. Might not be logged yet, too new?
As for spare parts, the page is not very clear on how to select certain items.
Do you know if they respond very well by email.
I know that the Amati kits dept. never responds.

I've always had a quick response, usually from a señor Xavier. I hasten to add that there maybe UK customs' problems with parts being sent, especially wood! Don't ask how I know All I can say; is it helps if you have friends or family in another EU country, in my case France.

 

[Stuart Little]

Just came across this new website for add ons.
PE and 3D printed bits.
Thought some people may be interested.
Can print most scales to suit.

Woodys Model Works | Home page | 1:84 HMS Victory Model kit

This website showcases enhancement add-on sets for model kits. Starting with the Modelspace 1:84 HMS Victory kit.

www.woodysmodelworks.co.uk

I have several of Neil's replacement parts, all excellent, his stern enhancement kit is due shortly to land on my mat.

 

[Stuart Little]

Another really helpful tip for any new builds of this model is as follows…
Early in the build when the basic keel and ribs are installed, drill a small pilot hole in the centre of the mast supports. Stage 49. 112,138, before fitting them.
Then drill and put a pin in the centre of each future mast .
You will always have a true accurate guide position as the build develops because lining up the mast holes through each floor level will ensure everything is lined up.
Few pics …

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Great minds etc! I've done my 'Vic's' mizzen in such a way, but I did the fore & main with tenons.

 

[Stuart Little]

Question?
Should I fill the upper and lower spaces on the stanchions with wood strips to make it look more solid and load bearing?

I would say; "Yes", as they give the impression of 'floating' in the air. Look at some on line photos. Then again I guess you've done all that by now, I'm behind the times picking your thread up!

 

[neilm]

Anyone in my locale want to come,pick up and finish my kit.
Lost interest now.
Got all the rest of the kit here for you.
And Pavels San Bart. Same thing.

 

[Stuart Little]

Anyone in my locale want to come,pick up and finish my kit.
Lost interest now.
Got all the rest of the kit here for you.
And Pavels San Bart. Same thing.

Why the change of heart, me hearty? I must say my Caldercraft Vic build has slowed down, the gun ports are getting me frustrated, as after each stage I seem to have to go through them cleaning them out again & again. My goodies came today from 'Woody's Model Workshop', so now I have to rebuild the stern & galleries. But first gorra get them thar gun ports done. Might just do some middle deck lids closed, as I've done on the lower gun deck.

 

[neilm]

Why the change of heart, me hearty? I must say my Caldercraft Vic build has slowed down, the gun ports are getting me frustrated, as after each stage I seem to have to go through them cleaning them out again & again. My goodies came today from 'Woody's Model Workshop', so now I have to rebuild the stern & galleries. But first gorra get them thar gun ports done. Might just do some middle deck lids closed, as I've done on the lower gun deck.

Rigging just don’t interest me, love doing the woodwork best. All done to quite a high standard for someone.
Moving on to different things

 

[oldflyer]

Great work!! -