Pavel Nikitin 1/25 Oseberg V.3

[Willbor237]

Earlier this year, I received this kit from Pavel Nikitin, the 1/25 Oseberg. I initially planned to build it after my HMS Agamemnon. But the Agamemnon will have to wait a while longer; it's been a project of over 12 years now.
So, I started on the Oseberg. First, I made the two brackets (aids). One helps to align the keel and frames properly, and the other helps with the planking. After a minor adjustment, it's a very useful aid during planking. I've now glued the keel and frames together. And now I'm working on the planking. I've made three passes so far. The fit is very good, except for the pre-lasered planks, which require some care during sanding and installation. This is due to the thickness of 1-1.5 mm, and beech tends to split sometimes. However, lightly applying superglue to the vulnerable parts prevents them from splitting or breaking. and can thus be sanded into shape without damage. The photos below speak louder than words.

 

[Willbor237]

And while cleaning the planks from the noun my little deer friends are walking in the garden again,

 

[Pathfinder65]

Wow, you are making good progress in a short time.

Jan

 

[Willbor237]

Thanks for the likes and response, and nice words, and made a little progress.
Prefabed until row 6 all the planks, so that makes it a bit easier to work..
Below a few pictures of the progress until now.

 

[oldflyer]

This Pavel kit is getting lots of new logs - So well deserved!! Certainly the best kit example available in the market...She's looking very good.
It will be interesting to see, and learn, from other logs how and if hull cleats will be added to some build logs - in the thousand I would image.
Will also follow your log.

Cheers,

 

[Willbor237]

The kit is indeed pleasant to work with, and I appreciate its finesse and accuracy. The only minor drawback is that the wood (beech) sometimes splits easily, especially if the length is cut perpendicular to the grain. A tip: treat the very delicate pieces with a drop of superglue; it works very well for me. I don't find the included clamps for holding the planks very effective, but elastic works well, and I've made some supports myself, which work very well in combination with elastic. The photos below give a good idea.

 

[Willbor237]

We are gradually moving on, and so today I have completed the 6th course, so I am now halfway through the 12 courses, very pleased with the fit so far, she is gradually starting to get her beautiful lines.

 

[oldflyer]

Nice progress -PS: Did you order Pavel's fixt if parts for the mast step?

I just realized that the 1/32nd also has an updated parts set for same... tempted to order as well.

 

[RussF]

Very nice progress on your Oseberg. Now that the cold weather is back, I will be getting back to my Oseberg.

 

[Willbor237]

@ oldflyer,
Hey, no, I haven't bought the mast foot upgrade yet. I'm debating whether to do it or not. I'll continue with the hull first, and then check back. Luckily, it'll be here soon if I decide to buy it.
To be continued.


It's indeed starting to get quite cold outside again, so all the more reason to start building. In the meantime, I've added the 6th course and started the 7th. As mentioned before, this kit, with dedication and love, can be shaped into a very beautiful model. I'm still pleasantly surprised.

 

[Willbor237]

And the story continues, added the 8th layer,
Getting there, as said before this kit builds very nice, only have to be careful with the planks, specially the round ones, they easily snap or crack, but treating them with a little bit of super glue, works very well for me..