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Title: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on June 24, 2025, 02:14:41 PM
The reason why this is being built is who the hell knows why!
The subject is named after my friend Rick Schintzler 

It was just a trip to Essex Ma. by the four of us Rick, Dave, Marty, Nick & me!
To go the Essex shipbuilding museum.
Basically Dave Revelia idea as he had already built two ship and boat repair dioramas.
Well it was a great day well spent with friends and great memories.

There will be more to follow just wanted to start before beach season starts!!  8)

Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: elwoodblues on June 24, 2025, 02:23:38 PM
Well, this should be an interesting thread.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on June 24, 2025, 02:31:42 PM
Thanks Ron it would be great if I could remember how to post photos!!!!!  :(

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: PRR Modeler on June 24, 2025, 03:10:50 PM
I'll be following Jerry. Sounds like a great memory.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on June 24, 2025, 04:07:29 PM
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/80-240625145916.jpeg)

This is a picture Rick took that really got me thinking of a waterfront scene even if it took 20 years.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on June 24, 2025, 04:16:29 PM
I made a small jig to build the pier.

(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/80-240625161034.jpeg)
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Pennman on June 24, 2025, 06:07:58 PM
Wow! Jerry, like the others before me have mentioned, this will be a great thread!
That's if you really can show something is your posts - like at least a couple of
pieces of wood - joined together? Nice "catchy" name though, LOL

Rich
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Rick on June 24, 2025, 06:15:56 PM
The last thing I expected today when coming here is to see my name in caps in a thread title.
Jerry, I'm honored to have your project named after me.
Looks like you've got the picture posting sorted.
I know you're much further along than what you're showing so there should be more updates coming soon.
Have fun building it.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Larry C on June 25, 2025, 08:40:27 AM
Jerry count me in; should be a different kind of thread from what we've seen before.
Enjoy!!
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Philip on June 25, 2025, 09:38:27 AM
Ahoy!  Capt. Jovial Jerry!  8)

Followin~

Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on June 25, 2025, 10:43:23 AM
Rich I've been cutting wood the last couple of days but the heat in the forest is terrible.
But I should have a few scraps around to get going.

Rick it was a privilege to name the thread after you.
Me and Diane have a lot of memories with you.

Thanks Larry for looking in.

Philip glad you here with me.

There will be an update later today  Now that I know how to post pictures.  8)

Jerry 

Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on June 25, 2025, 11:58:56 PM
The first bent built.  Top piece is 12x12, 2x8 for the diagonal pieces, 4x12 joists 1/4" dowels  stained with 2 coats of  Sliverwood.

(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/80-240625162833-555811193.jpeg)


(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/80-240625163050-55583369.jpeg)


(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/80-240625163328.jpeg)


More to follow!!

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: PRR Modeler on June 26, 2025, 06:30:49 AM
Excellent modeling Jerry. It looks perfect.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Larry C on June 26, 2025, 08:14:38 AM
Jerry fantastic job on the pier/dock!!!!!! I can see where the jig not only made the build process quicker
but every bent looks exactly the same and I bent it sits perfectly flat which isn't an easy task; well done.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Rick on June 26, 2025, 08:18:49 AM
Jerry, great job.
Everything looks square and neat.
Nice colors too.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Philip on June 26, 2025, 08:21:32 AM
Looks great! Who makes Silverwood?
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on June 26, 2025, 09:03:03 AM
Curt, Larry, Rick & Philip thanks for all the nice compliments.  It really is appreciated.

Philip the Silverwood is made by Builders In Scale.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: deemery on June 26, 2025, 09:13:28 AM
I'm thinking there should be a creek that flows into this pond, so one could be "Up Schintzler's Creek"  ;D :D ;) :)

dave
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Pennman on June 26, 2025, 09:21:29 AM
WoW!! Jerry... you've been busy! I guess I'll shut my mouth now...
That pier foundation is built to perfection. There's not one board
out of line and all of the joists are perfectly straight. My hat is
off to you, Sir! I like the way Silverwood is staining/coloring the wood.
Nice work.

Rich
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: friscomike on June 26, 2025, 09:46:10 AM
Howdy Jerry, nice work on the dock.  It looks terrific, all square and proper. Have fun, mike
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: ACL1504 on June 26, 2025, 12:21:32 PM
Jerry,

Very well done and looks fantastic.

Tom
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on June 27, 2025, 10:36:03 PM
Dave, Rich, Mike & Tom thank you all for stopping by and giving such nice compliments.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on June 27, 2025, 10:42:41 PM
I've added the planking to the top. These are 2x12 with two coats of Silverwood, which show up a lot better than the first pictures I posted.
I learn lighting eventually!!  8)

(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/80-270625223726.jpeg)

(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/80-240625163051-555851008.jpeg)

Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Rick on June 28, 2025, 04:35:15 AM
Jerry, looks great!
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: ACL1504 on June 28, 2025, 06:50:35 AM
Jerry,

What Rick said!

Tom
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Pennman on June 28, 2025, 07:33:45 AM
Jerry,

Having spent many years down at the beach, there's no wonder why you can construct
such a fine looking dock! I can hear the cry from those seagulls as they near their
landing spots on this fabulous wharf. Nice coloring, what's next?

Rich
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: PRR Modeler on June 28, 2025, 07:36:20 AM
Great looking deck Mike. I really like the coloring.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Philip on June 28, 2025, 07:46:23 AM
 8) Wow !~ Thanks!
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Larry C on June 28, 2025, 08:08:57 AM
Jerry FANTASTIC!!!!!! I saw a guy on FB, On30 group, who had a piece of white poster board rolled up in the back and the front half flat with a light directly over that. Placed his models on the white background and shot photos with his i-Phone; the white made his work pop.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: nycjeff on June 28, 2025, 09:29:23 AM
Hello Jerry, you did a great job on your dock. Can't wait to see the finished scene.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on June 28, 2025, 09:35:22 AM
Rick, Tom, Rich, Curt, Philip, Larry & Jeff thanks for the compliments.

Larry I'll have to try that thanks for the tip.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: elwoodblues on June 28, 2025, 10:03:09 AM
OK Jerry, you have a dock, where is the water  ;D

Great job on the dock.  I'm guessing from the size of the dock, you have some kind of structure for it?
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: ReadingBob on June 28, 2025, 11:23:49 AM
I'm not sure how I missed this thread, but it sure looks intriguing. 8) I'm loving what I'm seeing so far.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: friscomike on June 28, 2025, 11:39:42 AM
Howdy Jerry, the dock build continues to look amazing.  Nice work on the decking.  Have fun, mike
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on June 29, 2025, 11:46:07 AM
Ron were in a drought right now!!!  :)
Thanks for the nice compliment.

Thanks Bob it's appreciated.

Thanks for looking in Mike appreciate it.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: kyle creel on June 29, 2025, 06:22:37 PM
Super job Jerry ;) ....Where do I send the order form, and what's the turn time??  ;D  ;D

KYLE CREEL
G&D Ry Co.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on June 30, 2025, 10:04:16 AM
Thanks Kyle orders won't be taken until!!!!  :)
Glad you like it so far.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on July 05, 2025, 01:42:43 PM
The inside framing is done. Framing is 4x8 with 1/32" scribed siding.  Stained with Minwax Golden Oak.
My lightning screws up the stain.

(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/80-040725165455-556161646.jpeg)

More to follow later.

Jerry

Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on July 05, 2025, 01:52:56 PM
The outside is made of 2x12 planking coated with 1 to 3 coats of SilverWood Stain.

The doors are stained SilverWood then white over that and peeled with mineral spirits and scotch tape the Chuck Doan way.

(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/80-040725165456-55617944.jpeg)

(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/80-040725165456-55618744.jpeg)
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Larry C on July 05, 2025, 03:05:32 PM
Jerry Fantastic job on the framing and inside/outside siding. Luv the doors; I may have to borrow that technique sometime. You are the "Master of framing."
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on July 05, 2025, 04:25:14 PM
Quote from: Larry C on July 05, 2025, 03:05:32 PMJerry Fantastic job on the framing and inside/outside siding. Luv the doors; I may have to borrow that technique sometime. You are the "Master of framing."
Thanks Larry.  it an easy way to do peeling and it works every time!

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Pennman on July 05, 2025, 05:05:05 PM
You know Jerry, that I now have silverwood stain. I might just have to use some to see if I can achieve what you have shown us. Those wood planks are superb! I know lighting is also a small problem, but the dock pictures (shown earlier) look a little darker than the outside wall pictures, or it may be my eyesight. I was thinking that silverwood stain would be more darker though.

And Larry is correct when saying that you are the master of framing. How did you make the door rollers/pulleys?

Rich
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: PRR Modeler on July 05, 2025, 05:17:11 PM
Jerry everything looks top notch. Love the framing and the colors.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Rick on July 05, 2025, 05:43:47 PM
Jerry, inside and outside colors look excellent.
And so does the peeling paint.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: elwoodblues on July 05, 2025, 07:48:46 PM
Jerry,

I see the master framer is at it again.

Great job on the walls and doors, I'm thinking I need to gewt some of that silverwood stain.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Philip on July 05, 2025, 08:54:18 PM
As Russ would say, Satisfactory!

Philip
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on July 05, 2025, 10:47:25 PM
Quote from: Pennman on July 05, 2025, 05:05:05 PMYou know Jerry, that I now have silverwood stain. I might just have to use some to see if I can achieve what you have shown us. Those wood planks are superb! I know lighting is also a small problem, but the dock pictures (shown earlier) look a little darker than the outside wall pictures, or it may be my eyesight. I was thinking that silverwood stain would be more darker though.

And Larry is correct when saying that you are the master of framing. How did you make the door rollers/pulleys?

Rich
Thanks for the nice compliment Rich.

The dock is darker only because I used a dust powder over the silverwood to make it look more worn.
And just so you know I used a brown paper bag on the walls.  Lightly rubbing to get a higher sheen.
Rollers are from a SW kit.
I still need to the weather the outside walls a little bit yet.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on July 05, 2025, 10:48:38 PM
Quote from: PRR Modeler on July 05, 2025, 05:17:11 PMJerry everything looks top notch. Love the framing and the colors.
Thanks Curt glad you like the coloring & framing.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on July 05, 2025, 10:50:34 PM
Quote from: Rick on July 05, 2025, 05:43:47 PMJerry, inside and outside colors look excellent.
And so does the peeling paint.
Rick thank you it's always appreciated to hear from you.  And such a nice compliment.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on July 05, 2025, 10:53:43 PM
Quote from: elwoodblues on July 05, 2025, 07:48:46 PMJerry,

I see the master framer is at it again.

Great job on the walls and doors, I'm thinking I need to gewt some of that silverwood stain.
Hey Ron thanks for the compliment.  Not sure I'm a Master at framing but I sure do try.

You should try the Silverwood.  It really does a nice job for aged wood even for an undercoat.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on July 05, 2025, 10:56:23 PM
Quote from: Philip on July 05, 2025, 08:54:18 PMAs Russ would say, Satisfactory!

Philip
Oh my God!!!  Unc is alive and well!!

Thanks Philip now that's a compliment!!

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: friscomike on July 06, 2025, 01:34:49 PM
Howdy Jerry,

The aged white looks fantastic. Nice work on the interior framing.  Your masterful skill is producing a marvelous model.

Have fun,
mike
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on July 06, 2025, 04:25:46 PM
Quote from: friscomike on July 06, 2025, 01:34:49 PMHowdy Jerry,

The aged white looks fantastic. Nice work on the interior framing.  Your masterful skill is producing a marvelous model.

Have fun,
mike
Thanks Mike it's appreciated.  Hopefully when I try to weather the walls it will all come together nicely.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on July 06, 2025, 04:27:25 PM
One thing I forgot to mention on the Silver Wood the more coats the darker it gets so be wise when putting it on.  I usually wait to make sure it's dry before doing another coat.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Pennman on July 07, 2025, 12:16:57 PM
Quote from: Jerry on July 06, 2025, 04:27:25 PMOne thing I forgot to mention on the Silver Wood the more coats the darker it gets so be wise when putting it on.  I usually wait to make sure it's dry before doing another coat.

Jerry

Jerry,

Thanks for the tip on Silverwood. I'll keep this in mind when using mine.

Rich
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: ACL1504 on July 08, 2025, 08:14:52 AM
Jerry,

I agree with the other comments on the dock and framing of the structure. The Silverwood stain on the exterior board is weathered perfectly.

Well done on all of this build.

Tom
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on July 08, 2025, 12:15:05 PM
Thanks Tom always happy to see you commenting on a project!!

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on July 13, 2025, 10:24:22 PM
Just a small update.  Putting the details on the walls before assembly.
There is still more to do.

The carpenter tools came from Alkem Scale Models.
They are really well done.

Last picture is the start of a workbench.

(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/80-130725170132-55669685.jpeg)

(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/80-130725170133-556721466.jpeg)

(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/80-130725170132-55671591.jpeg)

Jerry

Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Pennman on July 13, 2025, 10:38:16 PM
Wow! Wood planes, wood clamps and well-painted tools!
And a fantastic work bench. You have been busy Jerry.

Rich
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on July 13, 2025, 10:54:42 PM
Quote from: Pennman on July 13, 2025, 10:38:16 PMWow! Wood planes, wood clamps and well-painted tools!
And a fantastic work bench. You have been busy Jerry.

Rich
Thanks Rich it's appreciated.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: PRR Modeler on July 14, 2025, 06:26:30 AM
That looks truly outstanding Jerry.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Larry C on July 14, 2025, 07:14:58 AM
Very well done. The tools look terrific as does the bench; looks like something Roland would make.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Rick on July 14, 2025, 07:43:25 AM
Jerry, nice update.
Everything looks well painted and placed.
Nice work!
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Philip on July 14, 2025, 09:07:41 AM
Norm Abrams action. Nice work Jerry!
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on July 14, 2025, 02:43:52 PM
Quote from: PRR Modeler on July 14, 2025, 06:26:30 AMThat looks truly outstanding Jerry.
Thanks Curt gla you like it.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on July 14, 2025, 02:44:47 PM
Quote from: Larry C on July 14, 2025, 07:14:58 AMVery well done. The tools look terrific as does the bench; looks like something Roland would make.
Thank you Larry.  Putting me in the same sentence with Roland is a lot of praise.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on July 14, 2025, 02:45:41 PM
Quote from: Philip on July 14, 2025, 09:07:41 AMNorm Abrams action. Nice work Jerry!
Philip not Norm but do try!!  :)  Thanks for the kind reply.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Pennman on July 25, 2025, 07:18:42 AM
Are there any updates on this Jerry?
We are starving for knowledge!  ;D

Rich
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: elwoodblues on July 25, 2025, 09:30:39 AM
Yea, like it's been almost two weeks since the last update.  ;D
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: kyle creel on August 03, 2025, 02:48:02 PM
WOW :o  :o If I had tools like that ....I could ::)  ::) BUILD A MODEL RR ;)  ;) ...It looks excelent....

KYLE CREEL
G&D Ry Co.
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on August 03, 2025, 11:03:00 PM
Thanks Kyle appreciate it.

There has been a pause since the crash of 2025!!  But I do have one wall already framed.

But now that the kids and grandkids are all down at the shore in there rentals not much will get done this week.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Pennman on August 04, 2025, 01:08:19 AM
Quote from: Jerry on August 03, 2025, 11:03:00 PMThanks Kyle appreciate it.

There has been a pause since the crash of 2025!!  But I do have one wall already framed.

But now that the kids and grandkids are all down at the shore in there rentals not much will get done this week.

Jerry

Jerry,

You're OK with us. We can wait for your update when you get back from the beach.
Honestly, I'm sure it will be a noteworthy update. Have fun swatting those seagulls.  ;D

Rich
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: friscomike on August 04, 2025, 06:15:43 PM
Howdy Jerry, the tools look exceptional.  Excellent work as always.  Have fun and PERSIST!  ~mike
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on August 04, 2025, 09:52:07 PM
Thanks Mike.  At least I managed to save all the tools.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Pennman on August 28, 2025, 09:26:30 PM
Hey Brother, we are still waiting and my popcorn is getting cold and stale!
Since my beer is also warm, it's time to have a glass of Eagle Rare to wet my lips again.
Now where to heck are ya?...  ???

Rich
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on August 29, 2025, 11:44:58 PM
Rich you know how this goes!!!!

Something got in the way of working on this it's called cleaning!! :-X

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: PRR Modeler on August 30, 2025, 07:53:37 AM
Jerry I feel your pain. ::)
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on August 30, 2025, 01:05:13 PM
Quote from: PRR Modeler on August 30, 2025, 07:53:37 AMJerry I feel your pain. ::)
Thanks Curt it's appreciated.

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: deemery on August 30, 2025, 01:15:00 PM
I want to be rich enough to hire someone to follow and pick up after me....   :o

dave
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: Jerry on August 30, 2025, 05:34:42 PM
Quote from: deemery on August 30, 2025, 01:15:00 PMI want to be rich enough to hire someone to follow and pick up after me....  :o

dave
Good luck with that Dave!!!!!  :)

Jerry
Title: Re: Meanwhile down on "SCHINTZLER'S POND"
Post by: kyle creel on August 31, 2025, 12:23:07 PM
YUP....YUP on that ;)  ;)  ;D  ;D  8)  8)

KYLE CREEL
G&D Ry Co.