When I bought my first GHQ model several years ago, I planned to paint it with much detail and put rigging on it. I found it at that time quite challenging due to the small size of the model, particularly in that I am more interested in the frigates and sloops of the era. I settled on putting a basic paint job and no rigging. I found that suitable for producing models quickly, but looked decent on the gaming table. I am looking forward to what I expect to be detailed paint jobs on the SoG Ares models but for now will stick with this method.

Here is a photo of Commodore Rodgers' squadron that put to sea in an attempt to intercept a homeward bound British convoy from Jamaica at the outbreak of the War of 1812.

Shown are my models for President 44, United States 44, Congress 38, Hornet 18, and Argus 16.

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