This blog was originally created to document the build of my 1:78 scale model of HMS Victory. The project is based on the Panart kit but will be heavily modified according to authentic plans. Unfortunately, there has been no progress on the build itself for now, as I still don’t have the space to continue with the model.
In the meantime, I turned my attention to rigging instead. To make good use of the time until I can return to building, I studied the rigging in detail—resolving ambiguities and mapping out exactly what belongs where—so that I’ll be ready to dive straight in when the opportunity comes. This work led to the creation of a Virtual Rigging Model, where I replicated every rope as faithfully as possible.
What began as a plan to render a few detailed views for my own reference gradually grew into something bigger: the idea of turning the project into a book so others could benefit as well. After nearly six years of work, I am happy to announce that book is now available on Amazon. For more details, see the section on the Virtual Rigging Model.
Additionally I could finally offer my 3D printed parts for HMS Victory at Thangs! There you can find various decoration parts, which are availabel as highly detailed 3D prints in different common model scales.
