First I copied this log from another site, (MSW) and pasted it into this site without updating my user name to CharlesEdward, I use Sir Charles Edward on that site, and CharlesEdward here; same modeler on two different sites.
This log will be suspended (not active) until I finish my current build Montanes and perhaps the Sao Miguel, be patient.
I purchased this late in 2010, with the rest of the 13 various kits at that time. This is a double-plank on bulkhead model, with laser cut wood parts or laser printed on various wood stock for ease of finding and cutting out the part needed, and numerous unpainted metal parts for the decorations and details of this model.
As was my practice back then I spent a lot of time on checking off the included parts in each kit, in case any were missing. There were two booklets of instructions; the complete one was in Italian and included various illustrations and photos to assist in making the model, the second one was in English, French and German. As with most Corel kits, you have to compare several of the building plan sheets to comprehend the entire construction process. I have to review them constantly as I build each of these foreign kits.
Historical information:
Wappen von Hamburg, also named as the Empress, was commissioned to be built by Dutch shipbuilders in Hamburg, Germany. Overcoming the delays of building by various negotiations and consultations caused the ship to take up its service late in 1669. Until 1683, Wappen von Hamburg serviced as an escort vessel on voyages to Spitzbergen and the West. She was a 58-gun,17th-century Brandenburg warship commissioned by Admiral Karpfanger.
Wappen von Hamburg served as a convoy escort, sinking numerous pirate ships during her short career. On October 10, 1683, a fire broke out whilst on the Cadiz route, which led to a magazine explosion, killing Admiral Karpfanger and 22 others destroying the ship. Along with those injured man, sixty-five men have died in attempts to save the ship. In 1897, the City of Hamburg honored all the man by building a monument to remind the tragedy of Wappen von Hamburg.
Current stae of this model: After I had checked if all parts were included in the kit, I construction some of the hull up to the first battery deck, just to see how it looked. Unfortunately I did not take any pictures of my steps during this phase of initial construction.
This first photo shows the kit box from Corel, with all of the wood stock inside, the initial hull, with the first planking done up to the wales, the two plastic boxes is where I stored the cut and labeled parts to be referenced later when I start this build again. Note that this deck shown is basically the 1st battery deck, where I will install some deck details and several of the bigger guns shown in a later photo for reference. There will be several additional decks added as you can see the upper deck supports installed on the frame #3.
A close up of the starboard stern frames 2, 1a and 3, you can just see the future upper deck supports on that 3rd frame.
Moving the camera toward the bow section, the starboard midship hull shows the details so far of the planking of this kit.
The starboard bow section of the planked hull, I am still trying to get the planks to match the rabbet, must learn more about this process and practice, practice, and more practice.
The completed gun carriages for the larger exceptionally detailed first battery guns included in this kit. The completed gunport frames for the first, second and third battery decks. They will go between the hull planking and an inner 1st battery bulwark comprised of three pre-cut pieces for both the starboard and port sides (not shown yet). Each successive deck going upwards includes these bulwarks laser cut out of 2mm walnut stock. All of the cannon included in the kit are of really fine craftmanship. Better than the more expensive Euromodel kit of the Royal William.
All of the numbered upper deck beams and some of the pre-cut battery bulwarks are being stored here for ease of access once I get to that step of construction.
A comparison photo of the three sizes of guns for the first, second and third battery decks, with completed gun carriages and the unworked pre-cut bases for the gunport hatches. I have assembled all of the grating hatch covers with the included laser cut grate pieces, two are completed and other two have to be cut and sized to fit respective hatch deck openings of each deck.
A reference shot showing the Corel kit box, the partially assembled hull, the two plastic boxes used for separating and storing parts until needed. In this view you more clearly see where the future upper decks will be installed on that stern bulkhead / frame #3.
Just a fun photo showing the boxed kits of Berlin by Corel, Royal William by Euromodel Como, and the Mamoli kit of Royal Louis, (bottom box) awaiting their turns.
The boxed kit of the future build of OcCre Nuestra Senora del Pilar kit, ready for my closeup Mr. DeMille. This kit was setup in six parts that you could buy individually based upon your current budget. I purchased ths from Model expo, again in late 2010 all at once, one purchase.
Thank you for your interest. I will probably start this log in earnest next year or so.
This log will be suspended (not active) until I finish my current build Montanes and perhaps the Sao Miguel, be patient.
I purchased this late in 2010, with the rest of the 13 various kits at that time. This is a double-plank on bulkhead model, with laser cut wood parts or laser printed on various wood stock for ease of finding and cutting out the part needed, and numerous unpainted metal parts for the decorations and details of this model.
As was my practice back then I spent a lot of time on checking off the included parts in each kit, in case any were missing. There were two booklets of instructions; the complete one was in Italian and included various illustrations and photos to assist in making the model, the second one was in English, French and German. As with most Corel kits, you have to compare several of the building plan sheets to comprehend the entire construction process. I have to review them constantly as I build each of these foreign kits.
Historical information:
Wappen von Hamburg, also named as the Empress, was commissioned to be built by Dutch shipbuilders in Hamburg, Germany. Overcoming the delays of building by various negotiations and consultations caused the ship to take up its service late in 1669. Until 1683, Wappen von Hamburg serviced as an escort vessel on voyages to Spitzbergen and the West. She was a 58-gun,17th-century Brandenburg warship commissioned by Admiral Karpfanger.
Wappen von Hamburg served as a convoy escort, sinking numerous pirate ships during her short career. On October 10, 1683, a fire broke out whilst on the Cadiz route, which led to a magazine explosion, killing Admiral Karpfanger and 22 others destroying the ship. Along with those injured man, sixty-five men have died in attempts to save the ship. In 1897, the City of Hamburg honored all the man by building a monument to remind the tragedy of Wappen von Hamburg.
Current stae of this model: After I had checked if all parts were included in the kit, I construction some of the hull up to the first battery deck, just to see how it looked. Unfortunately I did not take any pictures of my steps during this phase of initial construction.
This first photo shows the kit box from Corel, with all of the wood stock inside, the initial hull, with the first planking done up to the wales, the two plastic boxes is where I stored the cut and labeled parts to be referenced later when I start this build again. Note that this deck shown is basically the 1st battery deck, where I will install some deck details and several of the bigger guns shown in a later photo for reference. There will be several additional decks added as you can see the upper deck supports installed on the frame #3.
A close up of the starboard stern frames 2, 1a and 3, you can just see the future upper deck supports on that 3rd frame.
Moving the camera toward the bow section, the starboard midship hull shows the details so far of the planking of this kit.
The starboard bow section of the planked hull, I am still trying to get the planks to match the rabbet, must learn more about this process and practice, practice, and more practice.
The completed gun carriages for the larger exceptionally detailed first battery guns included in this kit. The completed gunport frames for the first, second and third battery decks. They will go between the hull planking and an inner 1st battery bulwark comprised of three pre-cut pieces for both the starboard and port sides (not shown yet). Each successive deck going upwards includes these bulwarks laser cut out of 2mm walnut stock. All of the cannon included in the kit are of really fine craftmanship. Better than the more expensive Euromodel kit of the Royal William.
All of the numbered upper deck beams and some of the pre-cut battery bulwarks are being stored here for ease of access once I get to that step of construction.
A comparison photo of the three sizes of guns for the first, second and third battery decks, with completed gun carriages and the unworked pre-cut bases for the gunport hatches. I have assembled all of the grating hatch covers with the included laser cut grate pieces, two are completed and other two have to be cut and sized to fit respective hatch deck openings of each deck.
A reference shot showing the Corel kit box, the partially assembled hull, the two plastic boxes used for separating and storing parts until needed. In this view you more clearly see where the future upper decks will be installed on that stern bulkhead / frame #3.
Just a fun photo showing the boxed kits of Berlin by Corel, Royal William by Euromodel Como, and the Mamoli kit of Royal Louis, (bottom box) awaiting their turns.
The boxed kit of the future build of OcCre Nuestra Senora del Pilar kit, ready for my closeup Mr. DeMille. This kit was setup in six parts that you could buy individually based upon your current budget. I purchased ths from Model expo, again in late 2010 all at once, one purchase.
Thank you for your interest. I will probably start this log in earnest next year or so.
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