The Ocean going rescue tug, HMT Rollcall W81 1920, Built using Caldercraft's Resolve grp hull and plans (much modified).

[Jack Jäger]

I have made the flying bridge and started to make the flag lockers etc.. There is quite a lot to pack in on the bridge and I am not to sure about the canopy supports, the kit has them as 0.7mm brass rods with wooden 'rafters', that looks a bit thin to me. The Rollcall pic shows them thicker with the centre support square and most likely wooden so I will have to have a think about that. Also compleated are the main steam pipes attached to the funnels along with a long ladder. After seeing what Caldecraft offered for ladders I decided to make them for myself. I made them quite fine, the stiles being out of 0.25mm thick brass strip and the rungs from 0.4mm brass tube. I think they look better than the P.E. ones.
I have got to the point where I can split the build. This will let me work on the exterior of the hull, turning it over to finish painting the hull etc., and at the same time start adding some detail to the central citadel, Since the citadel is still not attached it will be easier for me to work on it on my desk top.

The Masters starts today so boat building will slow down for the next few days.

Some Pics..



Cheers JJ..

It is never easy to win but it is a lot easier to win when you play well
Come on Rory!​

 

[GrantTyler]

Good morning Jack. As always full of talent and detail. If Rory plays like you build he is on his way to another trophy. Cheers Grant

 

[dockattner]

Come on Rory!

Well, there you go...