I haven't done a ship in a decade,usually do them out of box but I got an Artwox wooden deck and Aber Barrels.The kit came with PE rails,but I don't want to get ahead of my skis so we will see.
Maybe start with something smaller? A 1/350 S-Boot or U-Boot?
"Surely I have made my meaning plain? I intend to avenge myself upon you, Admiral. I have deprived your ship of power, and when I swing 'round, I intend to deprive you of your life."