I have been fascinated with the cannons on these ships. I found that Model
Expo had some cannon kits, so I picked up one. This is the Cannone Da Costa Americano 1780-1812. This cannon was widely used for over
thirty years in defense of any American port, along the eastern coast. Easy to swing, it was equipped with a lift lever that allowed
a deadly shooting in rapid succession.
Box Contents
April 14, 2006
I was going to just build this one straight from the box, but all the
while I was thinking to myself howcome they did not just include some type of deck. But I guess this model is just a quick build for a
light display. I guess that it is good that this model leaves room for an expeienced modeler and woodworker to play around with some
great ideas.
April 20, 2006
I took some advice and decided to make a deck. Went to Hobby Lobby
and bought some 1/16¨ x 1/4¨ basswood and made the deck. I have some clear Glaze that I will put on it. Then I will finish
the stand later. It took me about an hour and a half to do what you see.
Adding Deck Details
Adding Deck Details
Adding Deck Details
April 25, 2006
Additional pics of Cannon.
Building the Carriage
April 26, 2006
As a matter of fact. I hope it won´t take too long to finish.
If I had to guess, I figure that I have about 8 hours in it so far.
