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ChrisLBren got a reaction from Blackreed in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale March 3, 2021

Put a pin in this one - Confederacy is completed ! I wrapped it up earlier this week than I thought this evening - here are the latest photos. I think the area I want to improve the most with the next build is metal work - my anchor bands look a bit chunky. Johann is an inspiration in that area. But overall very satisfied with the build and the enjoyment it gave me over the last 8 years. Thanks again for all of the support/encouragement and comments. And thank you Chuck for second to none plans and guidance with this build.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from Gahm in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale   March 22, 2021

Thanks so much for the flattering comments gents.

Here's a close up of the anchor and its bands - should this be re worked with thinner/narrower metal or even artist tape painted ? I feel like they look clunky - but then again maybe Ive been staring at them too long. Any tips feedback is appreciated.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from Ainars Apalais in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale March 24, 2021

Thanks Michael and Mark - both of those questions will be answered soon. Im a big fan of photographing your model - thats how I noticed a molding off the quarter gallery in the second shot crooked - its fixed. I really have issues with CA and won't use it on future builds unless absolutely necessary. I may have a second go at those anchor bands this weekend - they are an eyesore to me - cutting them thinner would make a big difference and not an issue to re rig them to the knightsheads.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from Ainars Apalais in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale March 3, 2021

Put a pin in this one - Confederacy is completed ! I wrapped it up earlier this week than I thought this evening - here are the latest photos. I think the area I want to improve the most with the next build is metal work - my anchor bands look a bit chunky. Johann is an inspiration in that area. But overall very satisfied with the build and the enjoyment it gave me over the last 8 years. Thanks again for all of the support/encouragement and comments. And thank you Chuck for second to none plans and guidance with this build.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from GrandpaPhil in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale February 24, 2019

Put a pin in this one - Confederacy is completed ! I wrapped it up earlier this week than I thought this evening - here are the latest photos. I think the area I want to improve the most with the next build is metal work - my anchor bands look a bit chunky. Johann is an inspiration in that area. But overall very satisfied with the build and the enjoyment it gave me over the last 8 years. Thanks again for all of the support/encouragement and comments. And thank you Chuck for second to none plans and guidance with this build.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from Blackreed in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale   March 3, 2021

Thanks so much for the flattering comments gents.

Here's a close up of the anchor and its bands - should this be re worked with thinner/narrower metal or even artist tape painted ? I feel like they look clunky - but then again maybe Ive been staring at them too long. Any tips feedback is appreciated.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from Gahm in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale March 22, 2021

Thanks Michael and Mark - both of those questions will be answered soon. Im a big fan of photographing your model - thats how I noticed a molding off the quarter gallery in the second shot crooked - its fixed. I really have issues with CA and won't use it on future builds unless absolutely necessary. I may have a second go at those anchor bands this weekend - they are an eyesore to me - cutting them thinner would make a big difference and not an issue to re rig them to the knightsheads.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from GrandpaPhil in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale   February 24, 2019

Thanks so much for the flattering comments gents.

Here's a close up of the anchor and its bands - should this be re worked with thinner/narrower metal or even artist tape painted ? I feel like they look clunky - but then again maybe Ive been staring at them too long. Any tips feedback is appreciated.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from Ferit in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale   January 29, 2018

Thanks so much for the flattering comments gents.

Here's a close up of the anchor and its bands - should this be re worked with thinner/narrower metal or even artist tape painted ? I feel like they look clunky - but then again maybe Ive been staring at them too long. Any tips feedback is appreciated.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from archjofo in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale   October 28, 2017

Thanks so much for the flattering comments gents.

Here's a close up of the anchor and its bands - should this be re worked with thinner/narrower metal or even artist tape painted ? I feel like they look clunky - but then again maybe Ive been staring at them too long. Any tips feedback is appreciated.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from GrandpaPhil in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale February 24, 2019

Thanks Michael and Mark - both of those questions will be answered soon. Im a big fan of photographing your model - thats how I noticed a molding off the quarter gallery in the second shot crooked - its fixed. I really have issues with CA and won't use it on future builds unless absolutely necessary. I may have a second go at those anchor bands this weekend - they are an eyesore to me - cutting them thinner would make a big difference and not an issue to re rig them to the knightsheads.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from Ferit in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale January 29, 2018

Put a pin in this one - Confederacy is completed ! I wrapped it up earlier this week than I thought this evening - here are the latest photos. I think the area I want to improve the most with the next build is metal work - my anchor bands look a bit chunky. Johann is an inspiration in that area. But overall very satisfied with the build and the enjoyment it gave me over the last 8 years. Thanks again for all of the support/encouragement and comments. And thank you Chuck for second to none plans and guidance with this build.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from Blackreed in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale March 3, 2021

Thanks for the likes and comments everyone....

After almost 8 years of construction this should be my last update before finished pictures. The first shot shows the hull with the dummy masts temporarily placed.They still need gammoning and cleats. The black board will be her display base - Im waiting for the pedestals Im having machined for me here locally.

The second shot shows the bowsprit - which still needs to be mounted, rigged and small parts added.

The third shot are the toilets - for some reason the ones by the roundhouse proved very tricky and took me the better part of a week to get right - there are many angles here to take into account.

And finally the last parts - the anchors in very rough shape, the knightsheads and the boomkins which still need to be shaped. I also am making some repairs to the rudder.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from Ferit in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale January 29, 2018

Thanks Michael and Mark - both of those questions will be answered soon. Im a big fan of photographing your model - thats how I noticed a molding off the quarter gallery in the second shot crooked - its fixed. I really have issues with CA and won't use it on future builds unless absolutely necessary. I may have a second go at those anchor bands this weekend - they are an eyesore to me - cutting them thinner would make a big difference and not an issue to re rig them to the knightsheads.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from archjofo in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale October 28, 2017

Put a pin in this one - Confederacy is completed ! I wrapped it up earlier this week than I thought this evening - here are the latest photos. I think the area I want to improve the most with the next build is metal work - my anchor bands look a bit chunky. Johann is an inspiration in that area. But overall very satisfied with the build and the enjoyment it gave me over the last 8 years. Thanks again for all of the support/encouragement and comments. And thank you Chuck for second to none plans and guidance with this build.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from Ponto in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale October 20, 2017

Put a pin in this one - Confederacy is completed ! I wrapped it up earlier this week than I thought this evening - here are the latest photos. I think the area I want to improve the most with the next build is metal work - my anchor bands look a bit chunky. Johann is an inspiration in that area. But overall very satisfied with the build and the enjoyment it gave me over the last 8 years. Thanks again for all of the support/encouragement and comments. And thank you Chuck for second to none plans and guidance with this build.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from Chuck Seiler in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale October 18, 2017

Put a pin in this one - Confederacy is completed ! I wrapped it up earlier this week than I thought this evening - here are the latest photos. I think the area I want to improve the most with the next build is metal work - my anchor bands look a bit chunky. Johann is an inspiration in that area. But overall very satisfied with the build and the enjoyment it gave me over the last 8 years. Thanks again for all of the support/encouragement and comments. And thank you Chuck for second to none plans and guidance with this build.
ChrisLBren reacted to Gaetan Bordeleau in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale October 12, 2017

The idea of black base is perfect.
A black fabric as a background could also be nice, at least for a few photos:
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from archjofo in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale October 28, 2017

Thanks Michael and Mark - both of those questions will be answered soon. Im a big fan of photographing your model - thats how I noticed a molding off the quarter gallery in the second shot crooked - its fixed. I really have issues with CA and won't use it on future builds unless absolutely necessary. I may have a second go at those anchor bands this weekend - they are an eyesore to me - cutting them thinner would make a big difference and not an issue to re rig them to the knightsheads.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from j21896 in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale October 13, 2017

Put a pin in this one - Confederacy is completed ! I wrapped it up earlier this week than I thought this evening - here are the latest photos. I think the area I want to improve the most with the next build is metal work - my anchor bands look a bit chunky. Johann is an inspiration in that area. But overall very satisfied with the build and the enjoyment it gave me over the last 8 years. Thanks again for all of the support/encouragement and comments. And thank you Chuck for second to none plans and guidance with this build.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from tlevine in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale October 12, 2017

Put a pin in this one - Confederacy is completed ! I wrapped it up earlier this week than I thought this evening - here are the latest photos. I think the area I want to improve the most with the next build is metal work - my anchor bands look a bit chunky. Johann is an inspiration in that area. But overall very satisfied with the build and the enjoyment it gave me over the last 8 years. Thanks again for all of the support/encouragement and comments. And thank you Chuck for second to none plans and guidance with this build.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from mtaylor in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale October 13, 2017

Thanks Michael and Mark - both of those questions will be answered soon. Im a big fan of photographing your model - thats how I noticed a molding off the quarter gallery in the second shot crooked - its fixed. I really have issues with CA and won't use it on future builds unless absolutely necessary. I may have a second go at those anchor bands this weekend - they are an eyesore to me - cutting them thinner would make a big difference and not an issue to re rig them to the knightsheads.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from giampieroricci in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale February 28, 2021

Thanks for the likes and comments everyone....

After almost 8 years of construction this should be my last update before finished pictures. The first shot shows the hull with the dummy masts temporarily placed.They still need gammoning and cleats. The black board will be her display base - Im waiting for the pedestals Im having machined for me here locally.

The second shot shows the bowsprit - which still needs to be mounted, rigged and small parts added.

The third shot are the toilets - for some reason the ones by the roundhouse proved very tricky and took me the better part of a week to get right - there are many angles here to take into account.

And finally the last parts - the anchors in very rough shape, the knightsheads and the boomkins which still need to be shaped. I also am making some repairs to the rudder.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from tlevine in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale October 12, 2017

Thanks Michael and Mark - both of those questions will be answered soon. Im a big fan of photographing your model - thats how I noticed a molding off the quarter gallery in the second shot crooked - its fixed. I really have issues with CA and won't use it on future builds unless absolutely necessary. I may have a second go at those anchor bands this weekend - they are an eyesore to me - cutting them thinner would make a big difference and not an issue to re rig them to the knightsheads.
ChrisLBren got a reaction from Dubz in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale October 12, 2017

Put a pin in this one - Confederacy is completed ! I wrapped it up earlier this week than I thought this evening - here are the latest photos. I think the area I want to improve the most with the next build is metal work - my anchor bands look a bit chunky. Johann is an inspiration in that area. But overall very satisfied with the build and the enjoyment it gave me over the last 8 years. Thanks again for all of the support/encouragement and comments. And thank you Chuck for second to none plans and guidance with this build.

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