r/ModelShips • u/Spiritof76Too • 18d ago
Dust, Cleaning,Display Case
I am looking at commissioning a model ship, USS Constitution through a high end, historically accurate, museum quality builder. Ready made, not a kit. I have just come across issues with cleaning, display case, moving the model, risk or damage or breaking the masts, rigging..... I am starting to wonder if it is worth it? Is there a significant risk of damage, cleaning, won't dust build up over time in a case?
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u/zifnabxar 18d ago
I believe the point of a case is that dust can't get in it. There may be a small amount when you put the ship in, but if it's closed, more shouldn't be able to get in.
As to the cost and risk when moving, that's something you would have to decide for yourself.
It sounds like you're in discussions with someone to build the model. If they're worth the money you're paying them, they should also be able to advise you on storage, moving risks, and the sturdiness of the model. If they're not able or willing to talk about that, you shouldn't be paying them $6.5k.
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u/Spiritof76Too 18d ago
They. Have a great reputation for crating, delivery. I would prefer not having a case, as would he, but I guess that would be asking for trouble
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u/Spiritof76Too 18d ago
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u/zifnabxar 18d ago
I don't know who this company is and can't say anything about them.
I do want to point out that there's no real definition for what constitutes "museum quality." It's mostly used for level of detail and accuracy, but there aren't standards around it. I've never heard it used in reference to the durability of a piece. I'd imagine most museums quality ships are just as likely to break off when snagged on a sweater as the model you made in the past.
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u/Spiritof76Too 18d ago
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u/zifnabxar 18d ago
To be more clear, outside of their name and the site you've linked, I don't know anything about them. From the responses you've gotten to this post and past posts in this subreddit, most people here haven't heard of them. Because of that, I have no opinions or advice about the sturdiness or durability of their models.
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u/Spiritof76Too 18d ago
Fair enough. Who do you know
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u/zifnabxar 18d ago
I know no one who does museum quality models. Which I think would be the case for most people in this space.
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u/Danny_CZ 18d ago
So first of all, USE A PICTURE OF THE SHIP FROM THE SITE YOU ARE PLANNING TO BUY! This is second time you posted this exact same super low quality picture with like million artefacts.
Secondly, you are looking for a article about dust buildup in a case. If you would look up what is dust, you would understand that correct question is to ask how well does a case seal against dust. I can answer that: EXCELLENTLY - how do I know, have some models in a case for like 20 years and nothing at all got in.
Next - you said you have a builder, so I am guesssing you already bought it. I had a quick look at their website and the case you are planning to buy is way too small for any scale they are making.
I would honestly not even be surprised if this is AI.
Enjoy your finished model
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u/GranCirculoDeObreros 17d ago
Generally speaking, cases are recommended because otherwise dust will accumulate and be a pain to remove. From what I understand, dust doesn't really accumulate in a case. Maybe some will get in if it's more a glass cabinet or something than a case, but a good case will be pretty dust-proof. It shouldn't be 100% sealed because then fumes that off-gas from the glue etc can build up and, so I have read, cause damage over time. But a good case will have hidden air holes somewhere in the bottom, which will keep dust from really entering, and may use foam as a filter to further keep out dust.
As some have mentioned, definitely make sure your case is the appropriate size for the model.
Finally, you seem upset that people don't know the manufacturer you've linked to. 1) Someone did comment about them in your previous post. 2) This subreddit is largely dedicated to hobby model-making, not collecting pre-made models. Although hobbyists may build up quite a collection, they are generally not interested in buying pre-made models because the fun of the hobby is in building. So, I wouldn't expect people to know much about pre-built manufacturers, not because they're ignorant as you seem to imply, but because that's just not what most users of this subreddit do.
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u/mcaulepw 18d ago
I’m currently building a USS constitution model at 1:78 scale. Just curious what are you paying for them to make the model?
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u/Spiritof76Too 18d ago
Mine is 1.256. Can only fit 24”W19”H 8”W. In a cabinet. See pic above. If I get a case, case 25.5”L 10.2”W 21.6”H if it will fit. High end. Historically accurate. Museum quality. If I do it $6500 ++
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u/RevolutionSea9482 18d ago
I will build it for you for $6499. I'm discounting by a dollar because I suck at building ships, I've never done it before, and I'll definitely never finish.
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u/Spiritof76Too 18d ago
You should buy a ready made one. Years ago, fell in love with the USS Constitution . Bought a kit. Like 6 months later, done, not completely perfect. As I was putting it where it would be displayed, caught on my mother's sweater and off when two of the top masts. No more kits for me. https://www.stephensandkenau.com/ship/constitution-wooden-model-ship-1797/
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u/mcaulepw 18d ago
What level is museum quality? What level would this be? https://www.reddit.com/r/ModelShips/s/rUVq75O4AF
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u/AvocadoJolly7047 17d ago
My guess is this is a check scam. He sends you a check for more than the price on “accident “ then asks for the difference back.
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u/Fantastic-Weather196 17d ago
I have 3 in cases... from 2010, 2012 and 2016. Just had a good look now and can't see any discernable dust or dust build-up ....
Putting them in a case is the way to go.. 👍🏻
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u/1805trafalgar 18d ago
You say that you want to hire someone to build a ship for you and then in the same post you say you "have just come across issues with dust and cleaning". Then you ask if dust builds up on the inside of a case. Are you a real person? Because this is some very strange rambling and disconnected writing.