GrandpaPhil
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One of the things I really enjoy about Steven’s builds is the sheer amount of historical research from primary sources that is done, and the debates that interpreting those sources creates. I have learned a lot from them and it is incredible to see the models take shape that embodies that research.
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Ferrus, Howard Chapelle has several excellent examples of pilot cutters in his books “The History of American Sailing Ships” and “The Search For Speed Under Sail”. His books are some of my go-to references for 19th Century sailing vessels. He has many sets of hull lines/plans and isometric drawings of different ships, including pilot boats. That may help you with the hull/deck design. Chapelle’s books are very common and can be found on EBay cheaply.
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Congratulations! Very well done!
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Hello from Cleveland (or thereabouts)
GrandpaPhil replied to EGL's topic in New member Introductions
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Thank you very much, Micha! Started on the masts: The flag pole is made and installed. The bow sprit is made and just sitting there. The mizzen mast has not been shaped yet, it is only cut to length, but is sitting in place. I need to go to a hardware store and get another dowel rod for my last two masts. I have some, but they have warped over time. They are all one piece masts since this ship was built in the 17th century when they still had old growth forests. The remaining masts will stand about 18-19” off the decks and be 11/32” in diameter at the base.
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Looking good! I added “planking” to mine. However, this being a steel ship, you could always add plating made of thin card. That would cover the hole too.
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Hello from Kiowa, Colorado
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