A Video Tour of Alice S. Wentworth

[@ricsmith3803]

Yet Again you have mesmerized me and others of your faithful followers with this model and the abundance history you have presented. Next to your Kate Cory this is my favorite.Thank you so much Tom Ric

[@Nieuport28C]

CONGRATULATIONS! Mr. Lauria. I just discovered that you are now an author for Seawatch Books (one of my favorite nautical publishers). I understand that you are currently writing a book about the Allice S. Wentworth and your 1/48 model. Sign me up to purchase you book when it comes out. The story of the Alice S. Wentworth mirrors the story of my dream model that I will build someday; the lumber schooner "Wawona". You hit the nail on the head when you said it's not just the ship or the model, it's about the people. I first met the Wawona in 1966 as a 7-year old kid on a field trip and was taken. Years later I took both of my kids to visit the then crumbling Wawona and toured the decks, captain's cabin and hold. They pretended they found a pirate's chest in the captain's cabin and pretended they were sailing ship at the ship's wheel. Twenty years later they still remember that visit fondly. Sadly, we lost her in 2009 after a 112 year life.

[@shipmodelguy]

Thanks for writing. Sadly, the book is still months away from publication, but I'm sure Seawatch will let folks know when it becomes available. Thanks, Tom

[@OlhaBatchvarov]

This is my favorite model among all your projects that I've seen - and now I understand why! You have invested a piece of your own soul in this vessel! Very exciting work...

[@shipmodelguy]

Thank you Olha. This one was definitely a labor of love.

[@jean-paulrey8300]

What a wonderful model that fully honors the superb history of this schooner. Thank you for introducing us to this ship and the sailors who created her legend.

[@shipmodelguy]

The story of the Alice S. Wentworth and Zeb could, and has, filled books and films. If you'd like to find out more, see if you can get a copy of the book, "Zeb, Celebrated Schooner Captain of Martha's Vineyard" by Polly S. Burroughs. There is also a documentary about Zeb that focuses on his time as master of Wentworth. It's called, "Zeb: Schooner Life" Both of these resources are filled with details and facts about this real life Paul Bunyan and the people around him.

[@4englishlies875]

I think you did them proud! Excellent workmanship as always. Thanks for sharing.

[@shipmodelguy]

Thank you. It seemed really important to me that this model got made. To this day, I'm still not completely sure why, but I'm very glad I did.

[@janicejackson2016]

Oh my I love this song but now to have the history of the ship thank you so much thank you for all your efforts

[@shipmodelguy]

Do you know that tune? Not many people do. Thanks for writing. Tom

[@sheriffjohn2498]

Such an artist and story teller you are! My hat is off to you! I might give you a run for your money in story telling but your craftsmanship is un rivaled! I could listen to your stories and modeling techniques for hours. I have an unfinished “we’re Here” schooner. After watching your videos, I built 8 fishing dories scratch built. They all looked similar, about 2 1/2 to 3 inches long. They stacked together well, but when I compared then to your craft, i realize how but practice i needed to come even near your quality. I would love to see a longer video and detailed video of the ship. Just great work and look forward to your next work/ Story. PS i love doing research as well. It brings life to what you are building

[@shipmodelguy]

Howdy Sheriff. Glad you liked the video. And thank you for your kind remarks. Is the We're Here you're working on the schooner from the movie, "Captains Courageous"? If so, it's one of my favorite movies. I always thought it would be fun to do a model of that one. Back around 2007 or 08, I built a model of L.A. Dunton and I wouldn't mind doing another Grand Banks fisherman, but many other projects ahead of that one. Thanks again for your comments.

[@MoniqueDolbin]

Ah yes a model tour that made me choke up at the end... Didn't see that coming! 😂 It's a work of art! ❤️

[@shipmodelguy]

Sorry Mo. Didn't mean to throw you a curve. T.O.M.

[@williemccoy259]

Thank you for showing us the model and even more so thank you for the story of her and of Mr. Tilton. My first wooden ship model was the Smuggler from Bluejacket back in the mid 80s. I still have it cased in my living room. The Wentworth and Smuggler could be cousins.

[@shipmodelguy]

Glad you enjoyed it. Zeb Tilton was, I suspect, the last of his kind and Alice S. Wentworth was a part of his soul. It was truly, my pleasure to build this model. Thanks for watching.

[@bobdalia5079]

Another great video. Always learn a lot of history that I would not have otherwise known. Thank you for sharing.

[@shipmodelguy]

Thanks, Bob. There are certain subjects that make the learning fun. The ASW was certain that for me. Glad you enjoyed it

[@stevey5386]

Beautifully presented Tom! You are an inspiration to our craft! Thank you!

[@shipmodelguy]

Thank you, Steve. I had an inspiring subject, for sure.

[@yanivmanor735]

What a great story and beautiful model!

[@shipmodelguy]

Thank you. With a story like this, it's easy to be inspired.

[@RC-Rick]

I'm watching your video for a long time. But that details in your ships are so perfect that I was thinking I was seeing the original when i looked at the model. You did more than a perfect job. You hart and soul are in it.. greetings from the Netherlands

[@shipmodelguy]

Dirk, Thank you. You've given me the highest compliment I think you can give to a ship model builder. And greetings from autumnal Cape Cod. Tom

[@rayfraser1773]

Brilliant and as beautiful as ever Tom !

[@shipmodelguy]

Thanks, Ray.

[@robertcraig5741]

She was a worthy subject and deserving of a well crafted scale model. I always wanted to built one, but never got to it, sure glad you beat me to it. Beautiful model Tom, as usual.

[@shipmodelguy]

I still have all the plans and research, if you're feeling ambitious... Be well, Old Friend

[@robertcraig5741]

@@shipmodelguy I have my Wentworth research as well, but I will just admire your gem and put my feeble efforts elsewhere!

[@shipmodelguy]

@@robertcraig5741 Thanks, Bob. T

[@timmurphy8578]

Tom, what a great tour of the Wentworth. I always see some new detail that I have not seen before when I see your models. Your attention to detail always gives the sense of use. That creates a sense of realism that most models do not have. You do it every time that you create a model. Also your videos are the best teaching aid any modeler could have. Tim Murphy

[@shipmodelguy]

Tim, you're very kind. Thanks, Buddy!

[@claeswikberg8958]

great video Tom! ghood to see you back in the feed again

[@shipmodelguy]

Good to hear from you, too. All is well, yes?

[@claeswikberg8958]

@@shipmodelguy Yes is is now. had a stint of covid that hit pretty hard, high fever for 2 weeks, went to the brain, couldnt focus on thing or i got slurred speach, loss of balance and feeling nauseous. took 2 months but thats all better now

[@shipmodelguy]

@@claeswikberg8958 Sounds awful. Glad to hear you're all better. Got vaccinated, yes?

[@claeswikberg8958]

@@shipmodelguy yes, both shoots, just wish I could have got them earlier ;)

[@hansvonstetten3236]

thanks for the excellent video!

[@shipmodelguy]

My pleasure. ASW was a special project.

[@janicejackson2016]

The song does it justice

[@kevinkenny5122]

Wonderful video Tom.

[@shipmodelguy]

Thanks, Kevin.

[@dynd]

All your videos are very inspiring

[@shipmodelguy]

Thank you so much. Hope you keep watching.

[@garyjordan4735]

Thank you for that.

[@shipmodelguy]

It was my pleasure, literally.

[@promielex]

Bravo Tom!

[@shipmodelguy]

Grazia!

[@tonyromano6220]

Wonderful.

[@shipmodelguy]

Many thanks

[@jthepickle7]

You tell a good story, friend.

[@shipmodelguy]

Thanks. When the story is this compelling, it practically tells itself. BTW: I'm writing a book about the Wentworth and building the model. It will be published by Seawatch Books. Watch for the publication announcement possibly around winter time.

[@Nyllsor]

Really beautiful model!

[@shipmodelguy]

Thank you very much!

[@floydkershner6591]

Tom - In my opinion you did Zeb proud. Nice job.

[@shipmodelguy]

I hope so. It was not my intention at the beginning of the project, but as soon as I started diving in to the history, I felt compelled. Thanks

[@lmyrski8385]

Models of vessels like the Wentworth should be made because she represents a once common type that has largely vanished and is, therefore, more educational than yet another America, Constitution, Elsie, Baltimore clipper, or Charles W. Morgan. While I love the Charles W. Morgan, there are just so many models of the same ship I want to look at. Another whaleship model would certainly grab and hold my attention faster and longer because it provides contrast and might be of a different type. I do wish people would build vessels that are less well known so people would become aware of them. Try picking vessels that you've never seen someone else build. Even humble coasting can make fascinating models as shown here. Three-masted schooners are particularly interesting to me as well. Coastal steamers, other than the ill-fated Portland, would also be educational for many people who seem to think they looked like Mississippi River steamers because that's what they see on TV. Crude San Francisco scow schooners, on the other hand, are a bit overdone and not terribly interesting. Crude, ugly boxes that have been chosen way too often because they are easy.

[@shipmodelguy]

What you say is quite true. But that is the way of things: the low hanging fruit gets picked first. On the other hand, when some years ago, a friend asked what I was working on, I told him a 1:48 model of Kate Cory. He got right up in my grill, stared into my eyes with a gaze that could melt steel and whispered hoarsely, "Why?" With that one word he spoke volumes about my choice of subject. Everybody builds Kate Cory! Why does the world need another Kate Cory? My answer at the time was a half-hearted, "Cause I like it... At least I used to" What i thought about later was the answer that I believe justified my choice. And that is nobody is going to MY Kate Cory but me. I felt that my knowledge of 19th century Yankee whaling would bring something to the subject that is largely missing from the kit renditions so commonly found at exhibits and model shows. As the project turned out, I believe I was right. My model was built with a specific purpose in mind. I think it accomplished that. So, vindication through commitment to the subject matter. If you haven't checked it out, take a few minutes (kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXyVfqZ-pc-fm7c) and let me know if you think I was right. But, back to your point about lesser known vessels. They definitely do make the viewer aware of a broader maritime world. Anytime we can have someone look at one of our models and start asking questions, it's a good thing. And to help in that effort, my next project may be another obscure little schooner, this time one that worked the Maine coast. And like Alice S. Wentworth has some pretty compelling stories to tell. So, I'm hoping I can gather enough information to build a credible model. I will keep all posted through this channel. Thanks for taking the time to write, Tom

[@rudym2439]

Bonjour Tom. Je suis Rudy MARY de France Paris. Je suis votre chaine KZbin depuis très longtemps. Moi même je suis modéliste et maquettiste naval. Je suis en admiration devant vos vidéos magnifiques. Faite nous rêver. A bientôt. Rudy 😊👋👍

[@shipmodelguy]

Bonjour Rudy, Content que les vidéos te plaisent. Je ne suis pas sûr de la traduction française, ici. Je triche et j'utilise Google Translate. J'espère que je ne t'ai pas traité de parapluie... And just in case Google Translate didn't work, here it is in English: Hello Rudy, Glad you're enjoying the videos. I'm not sure about the French translation, here. I'm cheating and using Google Translate. I hope I didn't just call you an umbrella...

[@khimbittle7705]

Really great model and video.

[@shipmodelguy]

@@khimbittle7705 Thank you.