Model Boat Mayhem

The Shipyard ( Dry Dock ): Builds & Questions => Lifeboats => Topic started by: heritorasphodel on May 13, 2013, 05:08:09 pm

Title: RNLB KECF
Post by: heritorasphodel on May 13, 2013, 05:08:09 pm

Hi guys, here's an in-progress indoor build I've been working on recently while my shed's been hijacked. It's a 1:24 scale display model of the 45 foot 6 inch Watson class RNLB K.E.C.F. from Rosslare. I've been thinking that although a 1:12 scale working/sailing model is very nice, they take a very long time to build and are difficult to display plus finding hull lines is difficult. For this though I'm using the lines found in J.R. Barnett's Modern Motor Lifeboats redrawn to 1:24.


My intention is to build one of every class of motor lifeboat and a couple of sailing boats (unlikely, but one can dream) For the 45'6" I could have built either a typical boat of the class or the boat that I've picked, which was significant in that it was not only the first twin-screw Watson but it was also the first lifeboat fitted with radio, hence an abnormally tall mast.


The hull's built from a 1/8th inch ply keel and frames, with a single layer of balsa planking and blocked in bow, stern and tunnels. This is covered in as much filler as necessary to get a smooth hull. The deck is similarly planked and filled, with the cockpits made from sheet balsa. I've made one error when building the hull but I don't think it's noticeable so if anyone thinks they can see it let me know. Hopefully updates will be regular. Enjoy!


Andrew


(http://i1062.photobucket.com/albums/t492/heritorasphodel/Display%20Models/DSCF1368_zpsd27412f9.jpg)


(http://i1062.photobucket.com/albums/t492/heritorasphodel/Display%20Models/DSCF1366_zps66034880.jpg)


(http://i1062.photobucket.com/albums/t492/heritorasphodel/Display%20Models/DSCF1365_zpsc0909e3b.jpg)


(http://i1062.photobucket.com/albums/t492/heritorasphodel/Display%20Models/b1f8725b-110b-4833-ae98-1135d85e210f_zpsf31b3c37.jpg)

Title: Re: RNLB KECF
Post by: baloo on May 13, 2013, 05:17:11 pm

Very nice,it makes a change to see something different.baloo

Title: Re: RNLB KECF
Post by: Smilzz on May 20, 2013, 12:24:47 am

Hi Andrew
I just happened on this forum while surfing... seaching for KECF.
I actually own the boat and have it moored on the river Tyne. I am in the process of getting her back into a seaworthy condition so as I may take her by sea to my home town which is Teignmouth in Devon.
I do know that plans exist and I am due to order copies from the National Maritime Museum.
I also have recent pictures of her hull out of the water if that would help in any way.


Let me know if I can be of any help


Regards


Chris G.

Title: Re: RNLB KECF
Post by: Neil on May 20, 2013, 07:48:45 am

any posts of real lifeboats on this forum Chris are more than welcome....the more the better, and if you wanted to start off a new thread, I'm sure that would be welcome too.
neil.

Title: Re: RNLB KECF
Post by: baloo on May 20, 2013, 12:00:17 pm

I`ll agree with that neil,the more different lifeboats(old style) the better.baloo

Title: Re: RNLB KECF
Post by: irishcarguy on May 21, 2013, 01:40:35 am

Nice work there Andrew, I will be following the thread & looking forward to lots of pictures too, Mick B.

Title: Re: RNLB KECF
Post by: Norseman on May 27, 2013, 09:41:12 pm

Hi Andy
I'll tag along too  O0 and I too agree it would be nice to see something of the actual boat.

Dave