kabel Posted March 28, 2013 (edited) an improved stern: Edited March 28, 2013 by kabel Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grimmbeard Posted March 28, 2013 Looks good. The detail is there and it fits nicely into the shape. I'm assuming it opens into a cabin, right? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kabel Posted May 1, 2013 (edited) Alright, I build her for the Guilds of Historica challenge VI entry, but I thought I might as well show her here as I'm also interested in what the pirate builders think. So without further ado, the Carrack "Rose of Asgard" is done: more pics here when public: http://www.brickshel...ry.cgi?f=522918 PS: this is not a wip anymore, title can be changed Edited May 2, 2013 by kabel Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frank Brick Wright Posted May 2, 2013 (edited) I don't see why this doesn't have any comments! The ship looks really great to me: it has a polished, finished look with a sweet shape which I really like. The view from the stern is specially nice - you've outdone yourself there. Now for a couple of points for improvement - points which I think such a fine craft deserves. The middle shrouds' platform is really good, but I wonder, why have you built the others turned to the inside of the ship? I don't think that is very accurate. As I said before, the castle ought to be a little higher. I like what you did there, but why making such a low breastwork?I would keep the angle at the slopes, increasing the height by 1 or 2 bricks, and I think it would be perfect Keep building these old vessels! I promise my next ship will be classical portuguese caravel Edited May 2, 2013 by Frank Brick Wright Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kabel Posted May 2, 2013 I don't see why this doesn't have any comments! I actually wonder that myself. Maybe its becaue its still got the wip name in the topic. I also thing its because several people commented on it in the GoH forum already. The middle shrouds' platform is really good, but I wonder, why have you built the others turned to the inside of the ship? I don't think that is very accurate. I'm not quite sure I understand what you mean Keep building these old vessels! I promise my next ship will be classical portuguese caravel Oh yes, these old ships are really great and I'm sure I'll stick to this era as the great builders of this forum haven't really ventured there yet. Only problem is to get accurate information. I'm really looking forward to that caravel though! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frank Brick Wright Posted May 2, 2013 I'm not quite sure I understand what you mean My apologies, perhaps I haven't been clear enough. I meant the shrouds should be like this: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kabel Posted May 2, 2013 Ah now I see what you mean. Well I guess I relied to heavily on the Revell "Santa Maria" model (I'm currently building with my son) where the shrouds are inside. At least for the front mast that is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grimmbeard Posted May 2, 2013 Great Job . It does indeed have a good polished tone to it, and the sails and rigging look very realistic and nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Legonardo Posted May 3, 2013 real nice Kabel! I think GOHs greatest ship yet! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Matteo1130 Posted May 3, 2013 Wow, your model is full of life and the look of the minifigs recalls of the early 1400 medieval sailors, wich is a clever choice for a carrack. Love all of it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Capt. Stabbin Posted May 4, 2013 Excellent work! I love all the details you managed in include..... [bloggedcp][/bloggedcp] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kabel Posted May 4, 2013 thanks for all the positive feedack and of course for the blogging. I apreciate it a lot!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bjornu Posted May 5, 2013 Lovely build! Everything is in the right proportions ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kabel Posted May 6, 2013 Thanks mate, the big question actually was two or three midsections. I actually decided that two should do for carracks usually being rather round. I'm glad it worked out! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
