Book, film, magazine reviews......... :: Scuttlebutt - Members', post your messages here... :: Ship Modeling Forum
Click here to view the full size Ship Modeling Forum Logo Ship Modeling Forum @ shipmodeling.net - A web site forum devoted to the handcrafting of model ships and boats

Click here for Quick Navigation
This site is a member of the Ship Modeler's Calm Seas Guild
Hello Guest! There's a lot to look over, so sit back with a cup of coffee, relax and browse around. We have a great group of ship and boat modelers here, both newbies and old salts, from all over the world. Our goal here is to help each other, without criticism or rebuke. Both newbies and old salts alike can learn from each other. No one has all the answers. Our most basic rule is simple, respect for your fellow members and their opinions. And don't take yourself too seriously! wirewolf (John, AKA - Cap), Forum Administrator
"I only found this forum a month ago and already it has been a lot of help. Many thanks to all." - Pugwash (Guy)
"Signing up on the forum was one of my best moves in modeling that I made and I am sure you will soon agree." - chhbmd (Charlie)
"I can't tell you how much I enjoy coming aboard each day and looking at the material on this site." Read More... - oodygdin (Richard)

Get Firefox - Take Back the Web    Registration has ended for the 2008 Model Competition

Go Back   Return to the Forums' Main Page > General Discussion Forums: > Scuttlebutt - Members', post your messages here...
Username Password
Problems Logging In - Click Here
Register Users' Guide Projects List Calendar Current Posts Site Map

Share this Thread Thread Tools Search this Thread
Old 11-22-2004, 01:18 PM
Click here to see this member's profile
John's Avatar
Click here to view this Members' Photo Gallery
John's latest photo
wirewolf (John) wirewolf is offline
Join Date: Nov 2003
Current Project: T/V Kings Pointer
Project Status: Just acquired the plans
Location: New York City
Posts: 1,800
Re: Master and Commander boxed DVD set

Quote:
Originally Posted by [RG] C++
Have fun with it, i have the boxed set of hornblower. Which is also a nice series.

I like that series too. How much was the boxed set for Hornblower?

------------Members' Signature------------
There's no such thing as a stupid question.
Members, need help or have a question about using the site? Use the Site Issues Help Desk (open in a blank window)
All others can use the Contact Us Page (open in a blank window)

View this Members' Photo Gallery View this Members' Articles / Shop Notes View this Members' Links View this Members' Glossary Terms  
 
 
  Searching for something? See Search Tips, Main Search Page, Amazon Quick Search
Do a "Quickie" - Google that is!  Or would you rather - "Amazon"
Old 11-24-2004, 01:15 PM
Click here to see this member's profile
Nico's Avatar
Click here to view this Members' Photo Gallery
Nico's latest photo
[RG] C++ (Nico) [RG] C++ is offline
Join Date: Jun 2004
Current Project: Le hussard, french corvette
Project Status: Painting various part, finishing the hull
Location: Eindhoven, Netherlands
Posts: 151
Default Re: Master and Commander boxed DVD set

hmm, let me think. I payed about E20, it was on sale for DVD's representing the first four series. I downloaded the other series which are also 4 DVD's. The last four series are worth watching!

------------Members' Signature------------
Here our soldiers wait in the line, to hear the battle cry. Victory is near, my sword will drink blood and i will fight in the dawn of battle.

View this Members' Photo Gallery View this Members' Articles / Shop Notes View this Members' Links  
 
 
  Searching for something? See Search Tips, Main Search Page, Amazon Quick Search
Do a "Quickie" - Google that is!  Or would you rather - "Amazon"
Old 11-29-2004, 05:37 PM
Click here to see this member's profile
John's Avatar
Click here to view this Members' Photo Gallery
John's latest photo
wirewolf (John) wirewolf is offline
Join Date: Nov 2003
Current Project: T/V Kings Pointer
Project Status: Just acquired the plans
Location: New York City
Posts: 1,800
Default Re: Master and Commander boxed DVD set

Amazon has the "Horatio Hornblower - The Complete Adventures " set of six disc's for about $60 US. in USA - Canadian format. Might put it on my Christmas list.
Got the Master and Commander boxed set in the mail this past Saturday. Very nice. It's in wide screen with many nice extra features. One being how they trained the cast on the Rose(Surprise) for a month at sea in the art of seamanship and a few weeks of sword play. Russell Crowe came up with the idea of the cast wearing different colored tee shirts while in rehearsals, representing their respective crew rankings in the film. He also had to learn how to play the violin (along with his co-star, Paul Bettany -Ships' Doctor, Cello). They didn't actually play in the films' sound track (that was done by real musicians), but they had to at least mimic the movements well enough to keep pace with the music.
The production company had to outfit the HMS Rose replica (when they bought the Rose, it was not fully completed). They also built a full size replica of the Surprise on a Gimbel in a large water tank (used for the battle and storm scenes). This tank replica is an exact copy of the Rose. Built down to the finest details. Since they could not find suppliers for most of the ships rigging, they made all of the parts in their own shops. From blocks to even making all of the line (all left twist, out of real hemp). The Director, Peter Weir, believes in extreme detail. He actually hire dance instructors and sword masters to choreograph the fight scenes. He said both vessels are in storage. For the sequels, no doubt.

------------Members' Signature------------
There's no such thing as a stupid question.
Members, need help or have a question about using the site? Use the Site Issues Help Desk (open in a blank window)
All others can use the Contact Us Page (open in a blank window)

View this Members' Photo Gallery View this Members' Articles / Shop Notes View this Members' Links View this Members' Glossary Terms  
 
 
  Searching for something? See Search Tips, Main Search Page, Amazon Quick Search
Do a "Quickie" - Google that is!  Or would you rather - "Amazon"
Old 12-03-2004, 07:10 PM
Click here to see this member's profile
Rich's Avatar
olyclassrich (Rich) olyclassrich is offline
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Orr, MN. USA
Posts: 28
Default Re: Master and Commander boxed DVD set

Seasons Greetings:
Check www.deepdiscountdvd.com/  . Type hornblower in search box, it is about 13 bucks less than Amazon with free shipping!
Best,

------------Members' Signature------------
Rich
Touch Wood, Turn 3 Times,Scratch a stay!

 
 
 
  Searching for something? See Search Tips, Main Search Page, Amazon Quick Search
Do a "Quickie" - Google that is!  Or would you rather - "Amazon"
Old 01-22-2005, 01:19 AM
Click here to see this member's profile
David's Avatar
Click here to view this Members' Photo Gallery
David's latest photo
dhartwick (David) dhartwick is offline
Join Date: Feb 2004
Current Project: MS Constitution
Project Status: Taking a break
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Posts: 358
Default The Masting and Rigging of English Ships of War, 1625-1860

By James Lees

This book would give Historic Ship Models, by Wolfram Zu Monfeld a run for its money when comparing rigging. Another "bible" to have on the shelf that will see allot of use.

The book is layed out much the same way with plenty of very detailed illustrations which are easy to understand . The chapters run from masting to rigging to sail making all the way to seamanship but doesn't cover anything on deck except for the davits. Sail designs are covered in exquisite detail with no question. Detailed rigging changes throughout history are well documented.
There are also plenty of b&w photos of models for reference.

If you are rigging ships in this period this is a must have book.
Definitely worth the money!
ISBN: 0870219480

Dave

View this Members' Photo Gallery View this Members' Articles / Shop Notes View this Members' Links View this Members' Glossary Terms  
 
 
  Searching for something? See Search Tips, Main Search Page, Amazon Quick Search
Do a "Quickie" - Google that is!  Or would you rather - "Amazon"
Old 02-23-2005, 08:47 PM
Click here to see this member's profile
Bill's Avatar
Click here to view this Members' Photo Gallery
Bill's latest photo
ozarkhillbilly (Bill) ozarkhillbilly is offline
Join Date: Feb 2005
Current Project: Mare Nostrum
Project Status: Taking a break
Location: Missouri
Posts: 153
Default Sailing Alone Around the World

I can't believe my luck! I just purchased a 1st edition copy #1236 of 2000 of Captian Joshua Slocum account of "Saling Alone Around the World"

I didn't see it listed here by any others,anyone else read this book?

Brief history: 1st person to sail around the world solo,accomplished in 3 years, 3 months and 9 days.
The captain was 51 years old and his sail boat was twice that age, a 37' sloop named the "Spray"

Bluejacket Ship Crafters have a 3/8 scale model of the Spray, I'm thinking this might well be a future build.

Anyway I'll give my review of the book when I finish....

Bill

View this Members' Photo Gallery View this Members' Articles / Shop Notes View this Members' Links View this Members' Glossary Terms  
 
 
  Searching for something? See Search Tips, Main Search Page, Amazon Quick Search
Do a "Quickie" - Google that is!  Or would you rather - "Amazon"
Old 02-24-2005, 08:44 PM
Click here to see this member's profile
Bill's Avatar
Click here to view this Members' Photo Gallery
Bill's latest photo
ozarkhillbilly (Bill) ozarkhillbilly is offline
Join Date: Feb 2005
Current Project: Mare Nostrum
Project Status: Taking a break
Location: Missouri
Posts: 153
Default Re: Sailing Alone Around the World

I should clarify something here and that is it is a first edition printing of the 100 year anniversary of the voyage. The books printing was actually in 1995, if anyone else is interested in purchasing a like book it is available thru Bluejacket Ship Crafters.

Bill

View this Members' Photo Gallery View this Members' Articles / Shop Notes View this Members' Links View this Members' Glossary Terms  
 
 
  Searching for something? See Search Tips, Main Search Page, Amazon Quick Search
Do a "Quickie" - Google that is!  Or would you rather - "Amazon"
Old 03-19-2005, 05:54 AM
Click here to see this member's profile
Nico's Avatar
Click here to view this Members' Photo Gallery
Nico's latest photo
[RG] C++ (Nico) [RG] C++ is offline
Join Date: Jun 2004
Current Project: Le hussard, french corvette
Project Status: Painting various part, finishing the hull
Location: Eindhoven, Netherlands
Posts: 151
Default Fantastic book must have!!

Yesterday my eye fell on a maritime