fnkershner
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Richard - Half the fun is figuring out a solution to a unique problem. Sometimes it delays the build, but never fear, it is still in the back of my mind as I go thru my day. I agree with you about tools, and who cares about self control.
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Kester - I just found this build. I am sorry I didn't find it sooner. I remember when you first posted it and we met. I have always admired your careful skill. It is great to see the progress! Enjoy your summer. We can wait for your return. PS Per just spent the weekend with me and was giving me a bit of a Swedish geography lesson. I am going to have to look up your cabin.
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Richard - First of all you are not alone doing the Syren as your first kit. Secondly I am so glad you started a build log. I for one am going to enjoy watching your build. As soon as I finish my current build this is my next kit. I have her sitting on the shelf and the plans tacked to my wall as motivation. Last comment, Like you I bought the MS planking clamps. I was very disappointed. That is when I found out how to make the clamps you are making now. The price was right and they are much more useful. I have posted a step by step build of these clamps in the Hints and Tricks area. I have bought just about every tool MS offers. I can tell you there are quite a few I will never use. Before you waste anymore money on those tools let me know. I can either give you some of my useless tools or help you find a better solution. Good Luck! I can't wait to see more.
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Sam - I am a long ways from being an expert. but I gotta think scratch building would be easier than kit designing. Not that I am going to try either one.
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Buy as many of Jim's tools as you can! And Jim didn't tell me to say that. I have every one of Jim's tools and I couldn't be happier. I will tell you that I use the sander more than any other tool except for my clamps. I even use it when tapering planks. I just had an in personal visit with Dr. Per and I think I need to go buy another tool.
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Nice tutorial thanks!
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I read somewhere that for a ship of this type they often used most of the foremast sails to lift the bow when there were heavy seas. I would guess from this picture that the wind is very nearly dead astern. She is using her main mast sails to get the most power and Foremast sails for power and lifting the bow. I also think it is interesting that you see the main Top studding sail on the Starboard side deployed and the opposite number on the fore mast deployed.
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Sam - I have orders from the admiral not to invest in another kit until clear some of the current Backlog in the shipyard. So it will be at least 5 yrs before I consider this kit. But I am enjoying following along with your efforts. I think it is interesting to see what goes into developing a kit. Thanks for your efforts.
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I'm not sure I was wishing for 100 pages. Just predicting that this crazy group would get there. And now I have done my bit to nudge it even closer.
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Brad - From My experience this is used by Scratch builders. One of the first things the do after setting the frames is drill a hole in the keel and glue a nut on the inside. This way later in the build they can add a threaded rod thru the keel and mount it to a base. This also has the advantage of being able to adjust the height as needed.
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oops, I believe the proper salute for a commodore is 11 guns! Or is that a Commander? Oh what the H***. Well done!
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Wow! is it really time? and before you reached 100 pages. I can't believe it.
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Blackie - Just a few comments. First I love what you have done with the Rudder & Tiller. But do you think that even 2 Quartermasters could handle this tiller for a ship of this size? I suggest there would have been more to it. I also like your work on the masts. Do you intend to blacken the eyes? I also have wondered about the attachment of the rigging for this period. I will keep an eye out for the results of your query.
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Casey - I think I might be able to help you there. On another thread here on MSW. we had a member who had to throw his kit away since it had such a bad mold problem. I tried to help out by putting together a Harvey Kit. I have enough spare parts to make a kit. it has almost been 2 weeks since I posted the offer and I haven't heard from him. I think I will give it another week and then offer the kit to anyone on this forum. I will guarantee you a good price. Stay tuned.
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Mark - I think you have the right Idea. A pin of some kind to strengthen the bond. Right now I have detoured to get my 18 ft boat in the water. A friend came over and we got the new pontoons on and the rudders! now all I need is a Saturday to finish the rigging. Maybe we launch this weekend! then I will be back to the Harvey!
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Brad - some people even glue a nut to the keel before they start planking just so you have a firm support when you get to the stand. I like you I didn't think of as early as I should with the Bluenose. Now I never forget at the beginning.
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Another approach I like is an old sock. Before you die laughing. let me explain - Take an old sock, preferably a large one and fill it about 1/2 full with rice. Close the end with a zip tie or something similar. If you had 2 of these you would have your own customer cradle for very cheap. You can get the rice to mold to just about any shape you need.
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Well Bob to be completely honest. That was a learning build. It was my first model that made it all the way without getting near a flame if you know what I mean. I am happy with it. But after seeing your work and the work of others. I decided not to put it in the gallery. I had fun and it was a great learning experience, but I have moved on since then.
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And another page in Augie's log goes flying by. :D
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I can see no advantage of using short planks for the first layer. In fact I see lots of issues. Short planks for the first layer will not be a good surface to lay your 2nd layer on, they will be harder to get smooth etc. Now for the second layer that is a different story. Many modelers try to make it look authentic and will use scale length planks.
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Which kits have the best instructions?
fnkershner replied to ortho85's topic in Wood ship model kits
I am going to infer that you are a native English speaker. So I would suggest that your first priority is a Model ship company that is Headquartered in an English speaking company. I have had experience with Italian & Spanish instructions that were supposedly translated. In our Hobby it is hard enough with all the unique terms, if you are new to them, without have to deal with a poor translation. Those companies have been listed here. I also find that the Spanish & Italian manufacturers tend to assume a certain level of experience. So the detail is not there. Also Once you have found the manufacturer that fits your skills and the type of ship you want to build. See if there is a practicum available. I include in this all of Chuck's models. Since the detail in his instructions is wonderful. Have fun! -
Bob If I may jump in here. I remember back when you and I were doing the planking of both of our Bluenoses about the same time. I don't remember what you did. but I did several tests. I found I did not like the looks of the marker it bled too much. I did buy from the Art Crafts store a solid Graphite pencil that was a #4. it was just the right hardness and I have found I like it on several of my models. Also I only mark 1 side of the plank.
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Casey - Essentially that is what I am doing with my Harvey. It was not my intent when I first purchased it. But since I have since learned more about the ture history of this type of ship. I am going to do some significant Kit bashing and rename it.
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Jason - what a great build. I will grab a chair. Augie the popcorn is on me!
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Jason - I am sad that I have found your log so late in the process. You are doing an outstanding job for a first build. Well done! I also have the Syren and hope to start on it in 6 to 8 months. by the way I love your avatar. I spent a wonderful rainy day on board. I hope they find the funds to save her. I will be watching as you finish the build.
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