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- Birthday 08/07/1947
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Presently building MSW Constitution and working on the Masting and Rigging part
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Geoff Matson reacted to a post in a topic: USS Constitution by SUBaron - Model Shipways (MS2040) - 1:76
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USS Constitution by mtbediz - 1:76
Geoff Matson replied to mtbediz's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1751 - 1800
That pump looks great. I appreciate all the time that went into making the pump -
Geoff Matson reacted to a post in a topic: USS Constitution by KurtH - FINISHED - BlueJacket Shipcrafters - 1/96 - First wood model kit
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Geoff Matson reacted to a post in a topic: USS Constitution by KurtH - FINISHED - BlueJacket Shipcrafters - 1/96 - First wood model kit
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Geoff Matson reacted to a post in a topic: USS Constitution by SUBaron - Model Shipways (MS2040) - 1:76
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Geoff Matson reacted to a post in a topic: USS Constitution by SUBaron - Model Shipways (MS2040) - 1:76
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You are right about the rigging. That is where I am right now. I seem to find any excuse to avoid rigging. I do not know why it is such a hurdle to get down to business. That is the one good thing about Model Ship World, it will motivate you get going. You might want to check out other build logs when you start to do the planking. You might need to put in some spacer blocks or braces between the bulwarks to aid in your fairing. Things are looking great and keep up the good work.
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USS Constitution by mtbediz - 1:76
Geoff Matson replied to mtbediz's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1751 - 1800
Those pumps look realistic. Again, great job with your metal work. -
USS Constitution by mtbediz - 1:76
Geoff Matson replied to mtbediz's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1751 - 1800
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Here is a picture that might help you some. If I remember right, my finish filler block was about half the size of my initial cutout. Lots of sanding and fitting. I just sanded it down until I could get a test plank to flow along the bulkheads and fit into the rabbit joint. You cn see the tail of the filler block gets pretty narrow. Just take your time and be patient. It will all work out. Do not glue the block in until you have it right. (I learned that the hard way).
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I am also building the Constitution using Bob Hunt's Practicum. You really need to read each step and then think about it and then proceed. LOTS OF DRY FITTING AND FIDDLING AROUND TO MKE SURE THINGS FIT RIGHT. I too, made mistakes and had to go back and redo some parts. I think we all find out a little mistake in part one can lead to a big mistake by the time you get step 10. However, I could not have built the Constitution with the kit plans. Bob Hunt's practicum really opened the door for my ship building. ERS Rich build log should help you out. The biggest problem about the Constitution is it takes a long time to build. As I built the Conny my modeling skills increased and I wish I had those skills when I started. Have fun, make some sawdust, and remember it is only a hobby.
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USS Constitution by mtbediz - 1:76
Geoff Matson replied to mtbediz's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1751 - 1800
Great job!
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