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Hi folks. For the last decade or so I have been harboring a desire to try my hand at model ship building. I've been able to resist so far, but after seeing this particular model, my resolve is weakening. :p My question is really whether it would be possible for a patient beginner to complete this model with decent results. My only experience with models was building model cars back in the 70's when I was a kid. Any thoughts would be appreciated before I commit to this beautiful but rather expensive ship. Thanks. Tim Johnson I came here in peace, seeking gold and slaves. - Jack Handy Builds: Sovereign of the Seas, Amati Chinese Pirate Junk
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Broven wrote:Hi folks.
For the last decade or so I have been harboring a desire to try my hand at model ship building. I've been able to resist so far, but after seeing this particular model, my resolve is weakening. :p
My question is really whether it would be possible for a patient beginner to complete this model with decent results. My only experience with models was building model cars back in the 70's when I was a kid.
Any thoughts would be appreciated before I commit to this beautiful but rather expensive ship.
Thanks.
Hi Broven, a simple answer to your question is 'Yes', without any doubt at all. I was a complete beginner to this hobby and like you I was filled with concern as to whether I was taking on too much. What I found was a kit that anyone starting out could take on, with its detailed instructions together with the help available on this forum resulted in it turning out to be a fabulous experience. I have now got several kits both on the go and in stash waiting to be built. Perhaps my diary will convince you to have a go, it outlines all of the concerns and problems I encountered and how they were overcome, all of which was great fun, link below... Good luck with it and hope to see your progress if you decide to have a go.....  http://forum.model-space...aspx?g=posts&t=5013
Regards Alan
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Hello Broven and welcome to the forum. I would say it's entirely possible for a beginner to build the sovereign ,the instructions are excellent and there is always someone on the forum who will help out if needed. Man he took his time in the sun Had a dream to understand A single grain of sand He gave birth to poetry But one day will cease to be Greet the last light of the library...We were here!
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Thanks for the encouragement! The build diaries (and this forum, of course) look like they'll be an excellent resource. I believe I'll give it a go. :) Heheh, haven't been this excited about something in a while. Thanks again, Tim Tim Johnson I came here in peace, seeking gold and slaves. - Jack Handy Builds: Sovereign of the Seas, Amati Chinese Pirate Junk
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I'm a total beginner and I'm building it, and it's a thrilling adventure that I love every minute of. Don't hesitate :) Any images I post on my personal builds are free to be used and shared under Creative Commons Attribution license, which means you can do what you want with them, on the condition you mention I'm the author.
Happy building :-) http://www.model-space.com/gb/
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Hi Broven, I have to echo what the others are saying. I myself have never build a wooden model ship before, however with the instructions supplied I think I am doing a half decent job of it. I believe with a little patience anyone will be able to build one of these ships and would encourage you to go for it 
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Rank: Semi-Pro Level 2 Groups: Registered
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Just placed my order for the 12 month subscription. :) Now just to wait for the mailman... In retrospect, I guess I didn't take much convincing. Tim Johnson I came here in peace, seeking gold and slaves. - Jack Handy Builds: Sovereign of the Seas, Amati Chinese Pirate Junk
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Hi there Broven...Welcome to the forum!! You'll be surprised what you can accomplish with your own two hands when you put your mind to it...And with all the fantastic tips, help and advice here at your fingertips...You couldn't go wrong..Go for it...You can do it!! Look forward to seeing your build results...  Current Builds: Deagostini HMS Victory: Deagostini HMS Sovereign of the seas. Completed Builds: Del Prado: HMAS Bounty: Hachette: RMS Titanic: Del Prado: Cutty Sark...
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Welcome to the forum Broven, I too would say go for it and also do a build diary as then we can all help with any problems you may encounter [not saying you will as Im sure you will sail through the build]. Have fun with your build and if you need help just ask we are all here to help. Current builds:-C57,Zero, Lamborghini Countach, Caldercraft HMS Agamemnon,Robi,R2-D2, MFH Cobra .
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Hi Broven,
Welcome to the forum.I am forum support for USA so let me know if I can help you in any way.I just ordered the Soveriegn too.I think the best feature about these partwork kits is that give you superb instructions and break down the assembly into manageable pieces.I started an HMS victory kit I bought but gave up because there were no instructions.I am looking forward to this kit and as others have posted there are not only amazingly talented builders here who are very generous with their time in helping people that may get stuck
Carl
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Hi Tim, I don`t think you can go wrong. Follow the instructions, ask if you have an issue and ask again if needed. There is a wealth of help and advise on this forum and it`s all free. If you make a diary of your progress, then people will be able to assist should you have a problem a lot earlier and make any required resolution a lot easier. All that said "ENJOY". Regards delboy271155 (Derek) COME BACK GUY FAWKES "YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU"
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Hi Tim I to was new to wooden ship building but after starting this model I am hooked She is fun to build and looks stunning when finished  Happy building rgd Martyn Building ?
Completed. Soliei Royal . Sovereign of the Seas . Virginia . Scotland . San Felipe . Corel vasa , Santisima Trinadad X section , Vasa
Next Build ?
When sailors have good wine, They think themselves in heaven for the time. John Baltharpe
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Broven wrote:Just placed my order for the 12 month subscription. :) Now just to wait for the mailman... In retrospect, I guess I didn't take much convincing. That's great news, great to see you have decided to take the plunge.... .. Let the fun begin and hope to see your progress on a build diary.... Good luck and remember, we are here if you need us... Regards Alan
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Joined: 25/11/2014 Posts: 4 Points: 2 Location: New Jersey USA
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just received my first pack for sots what a beautiful setup looks like it will be a great build can't wait to get started
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ggladden wrote:just received my first pack for sots what a beautiful setup looks like it will be a great build can't wait to get started Hi ggladden Am sure you'll love the Sots build and don't forget, help and advice comes free so just ask. If you also start a diary, it helps people give accurate and faster responses. For now though just ENJOY. Regards delboy271155 (Derek) COME BACK GUY FAWKES "YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU"
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Welcome to the wold of ship building ggladden the SotS is a stunning model Looking forward to your build Happy building rgd Martyn Building ?
Completed. Soliei Royal . Sovereign of the Seas . Virginia . Scotland . San Felipe . Corel vasa , Santisima Trinadad X section , Vasa
Next Build ?
When sailors have good wine, They think themselves in heaven for the time. John Baltharpe
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Welcome to ModelSpace and hope you enjoy your build
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ggladden wrote:just received my first pack for sots what a beautiful setup looks like it will be a great build can't wait to get started Welcome aboard, am sure you sill enjoy putting together this beautiful ship. Hope to see your work as you progress and of course, should you need any assistance or advice then simply ask, someone will always reply to you... good luck with the build... Regards Alan
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Hi Broven I bought a partworks kit of the HMS Victory by DelPrado around 12 years ago now, i got the framework together and the decks on and then left it for 10 years sitting around with nothing done on it, then when i decided to start building it again i went online to look for info on it and it led me to this forum, i then realised that what i had bought wasn't a great kit but there are a couple of guys on here that are building the same kit and what they have done with theirs is truly amazing, not only are the DeAgostini kits a lot better, with the help advice and generosity of people on this forum you cant go far wrong, before that i was only used to dealing with plastic kits, you gotta start somewhere and you've started with a cracker. Regards Paul Building: DelPrado HMS Victory. Building: DeAgostini Sovereign Of The Seas.
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Joined: 25/11/2014 Posts: 4 Points: 2 Location: New Jersey USA
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Hi guys just started sots I don't understand why frames 5 and 6 don't get glued if using jig in stage3 why do they get glue thanks for any help
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