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  1. Now I've served and rigged the lower main shrouds which will be all the progress for a while, as we are away for a week:
  2. Isn’t it water soluble? At the very least you should be able to sand it off.
  3. I've tried, desperately, to include pictures of my progress. Not going to happen! Nevertheless, you'll have to take my word for it that I've installed the Jeer block/tye assembly, the truss pendants, futtock staves, catharpins, and finally the fore stays.. I've got a picture or two; they're just not very good, for what it's worth, here they are. Anyway, I'm on to installing the shrouds for the main mast.
  4. Galkar, Your interest in the HM Sophie hits a soft spot for me. I, too, am a fan of the O'Brian books, and, as it turns out, my youngest daughter is Sophie. So there was nothing for it but to build a model of the HM Sophie. As you have discerned, a good starting point is with the Speedy from Chris Watton (I have a very early version; you should benefit from the up-dates). Check out my log (HMS Sophie). The interesting part is the back end that has to be bulked up to accommodate a quarter deck and captains cabin. Otherwise, the build is pretty straightforward according to the kit instructions. Tom
  5. Well, Keith, hopefully you’re at peace with the result. From my viewpoint, you are probably the only one that would be able to pick them out. Tom
  6. It doesn’t seem to matter whether you are working on ships or something else. You’re attention to detail and commitment to making the best possible is very evident.
  7. Planking imperfections? Not from where I’m viewing. And if the lines at the bow look beautiful, it’s because you made them so! Tom
  8. That you can figure out where all the dominoes go is a testament to your mental acuity. I’m in awe. Tom
  9. Sorry to break up the build, but those gifts are a wonderful idea that your family will cherish. Butterfly is magnificent! Tom
  10. Good idea on the sub decking. Your idea of heating the glue is new to me. Good luck. Tom
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