Vasa - 1:65 DeAgostini [COMPLETED BUILD]

I certainly know that everyone here that has followed Paul’s build, at the very least knows who Fred Hocker is.

For enthusiasts of 17th C. naval architecture, Fred’s work with the Vasa, breathes life back into the fabric of the ship, the circumstances of her creation, the people that populated her, and the modern cast of characters that resurrected and re-assembled her.

A shipwright by trade, he is a fascinating archeologist, historian, and his ability to elucidate the significance of the ship, within the development of naval architecture, is without equal.

Tonight, I watched this two-part series and I was just completely blown-away by his insight and total mastery of the ship, in particular, and the broader development of the warship as a technology of its times.

If you haven’t seen these, they are definitely worth your time and attention:



Happy New Year, and peace and prosperity to all!
 
I certainly know that everyone here that has followed Paul’s build, at the very least knows who Fred Hocker is.

For enthusiasts of 17th C. naval architecture, Fred’s work with the Vasa, breathes life back into the fabric of the ship, the circumstances of her creation, the people that populated her, and the modern cast of characters that resurrected and re-assembled her.

A shipwright by trade, he is a fascinating archeologist, historian, and his ability to elucidate the significance of the ship, within the development of naval architecture, is without equal.

Tonight, I watched this two-part series and I was just completely blown-away by his insight and total mastery of the ship, in particular, and the broader development of the warship as a technology of its times.

If you haven’t seen these, they are definitely worth your time and attention:



Happy New Year, and peace and prosperity to all!
I've watched these videos along with Kroum Batchvarov's presentations. THAT is a place I would enjiy visiting-for a week.....
 
Hi Paul! I followed your log for a long time and it was always a pleasure seeing your Vasa grow.
You made an outstandig model in every aspect!
Cheerleader Christian
 
A friend who is a "marine archaeologist"told me re.rigging to consider the force needed the angles involved and what you would do in full size and that will be pretty close to correct.
Hallo @Chuckd
we wish you all the BEST and a HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Birthday-Cake
 
Beautiful work by the original poster. I am speechless.

It’s just too bad, that it’s pretty much impossible to buy the same kit as a full kit. I can see some countries offering it, but only as a per month subscription.
 
Beautiful work by the original poster. I am speechless.

It’s just too bad, that it’s pretty much impossible to buy the same kit as a full kit. I can see some countries offering it, but only as a per month subscription.
Hello,

This kit is now offered by Artesania Latina...

 
This build and build log, is one of the best, well written and well constructed model ship descriptions of any, from a first time, amateur builder. Paul is a wonderful craftsman and I know from contact and personal help he provided with my build of the Vasa at the same time, he is a really generous and ‘nice’ human.

Yes, his build log is long, but this kit, and his first model ship journey, along with Paul’s dedication to accuracy, demanded it be so. He writes, like he builds, with precision and attention to detail, but also with humour and entertainment. The log is a pleasure to read. The build a pleasure to view.

Well done, Paul and congratulations on a marvellous achievement.

Regards,

PeterG
 
This build and build log, is one of the best, well written and well constructed model ship descriptions of any, from a first time, amateur builder. Paul is a wonderful craftsman and I know from contact and personal help he provided with my build of the Vasa at the same time, he is a really generous and ‘nice’ human.

Yes, his build log is long, but this kit, and his first model ship journey, along with Paul’s dedication to accuracy, demanded it be so. He writes, like he builds, with precision and attention to detail, but also with humour and entertainment. The log is a pleasure to read. The build a pleasure to view.

Well done, Paul and congratulations on a marvellous achievement.

Regards,

PeterG
What a nice post Peter. You do know the fondness is mutual! It was a marvelous blessing to share the coincident building of our ships (along with our friend Daniel who shared the journey with us).
 
I am very slowly starting to plan my first advanced kit. I say slowly, because I am just finishing up level 2 Model Expo shipwright series and I still plan to do level 3 next …. But when I complete that by spring 2025 I think I would be ready to take a dive into the deep end.

I have been thinking for some time what will I build as my first advanced kit, and I came to the conclusion that few criteria must be met …. 1) obviously the kit needs to be high quality, available and in my budget …2) an excellent existing SOS build log to go along (there are many great builders here, but I don’t always find all build logs as helpful as I would wish them to be; clearly, to produce a high quality build log is a skill of its own)….3) build a ship which I can read more about through more material like books, videos etc. as it makes the build more involving interesting to me.

It seems to me that this Vasa ship ticks all the boxes, which is awesome as I look forward to it already now. I thank again to the original poster for taking the time to produce the build log.
 
I am very slowly starting to plan my first advanced kit. I say slowly, because I am just finishing up level 2 Model Expo shipwright series and I still plan to do level 3 next …. But when I complete that by spring 2025 I think I would be ready to take a dive into the deep end.

I have been thinking for some time what will I build as my first advanced kit, and I came to the conclusion that few criteria must be met …. 1) obviously the kit needs to be high quality, available and in my budget …2) an excellent existing SOS build log to go along (there are many great builders here, but I don’t always find all build logs as helpful as I would wish them to be; clearly, to produce a high quality build log is a skill of its own)….3) build a ship which I can read more about through more material like books, videos etc. as it makes the build more involving interesting to me.

It seems to me that this Vasa ship ticks all the boxes, which is awesome as I look forward to it already now. I thank again to the original poster for taking the time to produce the build log.

And here is another excellent build report that you will want to reference:



*** Please note that my build deviates significantly from the kit - primarily in terms of finished surfaces (for example, the pearwood hull planking) and the rigging plan. Rudiger (referenced above) does the same.

But if you want guidance on building the kit out of the box using the kit instructions allow me to share the following links:



Best of luck! We look forward to seeing your progress here on the forum!
 
Readers,
This is an amazing thread! It is so useful to someone like me who has just enough experience to be dangerous. (I've built only two ships in 25 years).
First I see Paul (Dockattner) who these days builds magnificent works of art sort of just starting out. Then I read all these folks with decades of experience providing advice and coaching. A fantastic mentoring opportunity for this reader (me). I'm almost beside myself with excitement about what might be possible.

I see more hope for my ability than I have been thinking possible. I didn't think my life-fuse remains long enough (I turned 71 a few days ago) to get to a high level, maybe even a scratch build. I'm sure I'll still be collecting social security at age 110, but probably not building boats :cool: .

To those who go to the effort of sharing your expertise, it does not fall on deaf ears (or blind eyes) thank-you very much!
 
Readers,
This is an amazing thread! It is so useful to someone like me who has just enough experience to be dangerous. (I've built only two ships in 25 years).
First I see Paul (Dockattner) who these days builds magnificent works of art sort of just starting out. Then I read all these folks with decades of experience providing advice and coaching. A fantastic mentoring opportunity for this reader (me). I'm almost beside myself with excitement about what might be possible.

I see more hope for my ability than I have been thinking possible. I didn't think my life-fuse remains long enough (I turned 71 a few days ago) to get to a high level, maybe even a scratch build. I'm sure I'll still be collecting social security at age 110, but probably not building boats :cool: .

To those who go to the effort of sharing your expertise, it does not fall on deaf ears (or blind eyes) thank-you very much!
You're so right! An amazing thread! Also, our shipmates are simply the best crew ever. They all pitch in and help make us better modelers with encouragement, advice and humor! BTW, Happy Birthday! Your excitement is contagious! Thank you and many happy years of enjoying making wonderful models!

Blessings. Peace. Gratitude.
Chuck
 
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