JK4 Endeavour Yacht Model. Scale 1/80
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- Опубликовано: 13 окт 2024
- JK4 Endeavor - a J class 40 meters yacht. The yacht. There are only a few yachts of this class in the world. And Endeavour is the one, who has not an easy, but interesting destiny. Since 1934, when she was built, Endeavour underwent a number of extensive refits.
The model kit on a 1/80 scale is presented by Amati Model www.amatimodel....
I like Amati kits as many of their elements allow for refinement, which means there is room for creativity. And the process of building this yacht model is no exception. But isn't it a ship modeler's dream? I have completely redesigned and revamped many elements - mast, boom, binnacle, and other elements. A lot of lessons have been learned and much needs to be improved next time.
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What a meticulous job! The spirit is captivating...
Wow as im currently building the same model , your innovations and patience as well as ability to use various material just amaze me!
Welcome! And Good luck! Amati always gives some room for creativity :)
Awesome! How long have you been making the yacht ?
"Amati" qualifies this kit as "easy to build". But I decided to redesign many details, so it took some time. In total, the construction took about a month, but it was spread over half a year :)
Beautiful. I, personally, would not used high gloss on any exposed wood. The original teak decks and cabin trunks were not glossy. The deck would be far too slippery.
😀👍 me too! that was done on request.
@@shipmodelideas 👍
Wait how did you manage to plank it without using some method of fixating planks waiting for glue to cure? Or you did fixate planks?
In this scale, the planks are too small to use, eg, nails. So I sometimes used clamps where possible. And sometimes I just waited for the glue to dry and held the bar with my fingers. But planks are flexible enough, so it was ok.
For bigger models, I would use nails, but I prefer to avoid them.
Great work, congratulations! I am also working on this model, could you tell us what type of varnish (or brand) you used to get such a beautiful deck color? Thank you !
Thank you 🙏. It was a glossy wood glaze, tinted to match one of the wood species. I wanted the model to have a 'glossy, decorative souvenir' appearance. Unfortunately, I can't recall the brand. I was pleased with the result at the time. However, if I were to do it now, I would opt to simply saturate the deck with oil, possibly adding some oil paint. This approach wouldn't produce a 'souvenir' gloss, but it would make the deck look natural :)
Beautiful work! I am trying this one but find the planking so confusing and the instructions are non-existent for that. I am searching to find some examples for this shape hull on the internet.
To be honest, I was confused by the instructions too. When making this model, as with many Amati models, I relied more on books about modeling and my own experience than on the kit manual. Planking this particular model is comparatively easy, though. The planks are relatively narrow and thin, and the hull's curvature is smooth. Moreover, each plank is longer than the model's hull, which allows for applying one whole plank along the entire hull. To ensure maximum symmetry and to avoid any distortion of the body, I planked both sides in parallel: each plank on one side was immediately followed by a plank on the opposite side. Before gluing, each plank was applied 'dry' and then trimmed from both the stem and stern sides for a perfect fit. Certainly, to ensure a smooth final planking, you need to carefully apply putty and sand the base layer. Hope this helps :)
@@shipmodelideas pardon my newb/fanboy-ness, but your video inspired me to reach for the brass ring. I’ve never built a wooden ship model, but invested in the kit last night.
If you don’t mind, can I ask what book (or books) were you referring to?
I wish you good luck, as this is an interesting and exciting process! But what is also true is that you will also have to invest a bit in tools and patience :)
Hello. I came across you accidentally but you may be able to help me.
I used to crew on a Prima 38, a racing sailboat in UK. Fiber glass construction. There dont appear to be any model kits to buy and i want to build one! question is, where do i start? I've got the external dimensions and loads of photos, but how would I make the hull profile without a previous?
Kind regards
Andy
Hi Andy! This sounds like a very interesting and ambitious challenge. If I were to undertake it, my first step would be to determine the size of the model (or scale) and the level of detail required. Depending on these factors, various techniques for building the hull come into play. There's the "old-school" approach of creating a plywood skeleton and covering it with planks. However, if the model isn't too large, using 3D printing might be a time-saving idea. For sure, there are plenty other approaches and technologies.
The tricky part is how to accurately measure the hull's outlines and curvature if you only have photos and no blueprints. In this case, 3D modeling software could be of great assistance.
Tasks like this, I prefer to begin by learning from the available materials and information. In this regard, I can recommend that you visit the Ships of Scale forum at shipsofscale.com. This forum hosts many highly skilled ship modelers and offers a wealth of resources and materials on ship model building.
And I wish you good luck with this project!
@shipmodelideas Ah,thank you so much for your reply. I've emailed the boatyard who originally built these yachts asking for something like plans or blueprints I could use. Unfortunately, the boatyard in UK, sold the mould and the business to a Saudi consortium, so it may be tricky for me to get anything. I won't hold my breath! I will follow your suggestions, and thank you for them.
Kind regards
Andy
Yes, it does happen. However, if you possess clear photographs, such as a side view, front view, and back view, you might attempt to construct projections in a 3D editor. It's possible to find similar boats with comparable hull curves for which you can obtain drawings. Additionally, there are techniques to convert a drawing into a 3D model. I believe you will be successful!
That must have taken many hours. Takes a lot of patience and perseverance. Not suitable for the instant gratification types!
In total, the construction of this model took me about six months. I redesigned many details and elements from scratch. It was interesting to experiment. Something worked out well. But something could be improved. Question is - what does one understand by "instant gratification" , as there were many days of “instant gratifications”😉
this is ridiculous tarting up a few pieces - when the blocks and rigging are wrong out of place, and moslty just not what was actually on deck ---
Yes, sometimes kit manufacturers 'simplify' the design. However, this isn't necessarily a negative aspect. Only experienced specialists notice the differences. ;)