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  1. Blue Ensign
    Another fine whaler in the making, some very fine detailing you have produced there Bruce, nicely done. B.E.
  2. Blue Ensign
    It stands for Medium density fibre board. As it happens I have been sawing some sheets of 25mm thick boards today, the dust is very fine and there is plenty of it. When planing mdf it comes off as dust rather than shavings, and I would suggest that a mask is worn when working it. B.E.
  3. Blue Ensign
    Neat work on the standing rigging John, love that last but one 3/4 bow shot of her - impressive. B.E.
  4. Blue Ensign
    Why do the bulkheads need reducing in thickness Herb; as I recall mine slotted onto the false keel just about right and I didn't have to touch the faces. mdf produces a very fine dust and is considered hazardous to health, but you'll find that when it comes to fairing the bulkheads it's a nice material to work with. B.E.
  5. Blue Ensign
    An impressive series of photo's Nils, at full size they show what a stunning model you have created. B.,E.
  6. Blue Ensign
    Fine work Grant, you certainly seem to have taken to this scratch build business. B.E.
  7. Blue Ensign
    I will be interested to see what conclusions you come to with this build Peter, I too had issues with the kit provided stern, as I did with the rigging. Look forward to seeing your progress. Regards, B.E.
  8. Blue Ensign
    A great set of yards Ray, you've made a great job of the studding booms, nice and fine relative to the yards, so often they look over-scale. B.E.
  9. Blue Ensign
    Both pristine and weathered you've made a great job on the hull Frank and that deck colour is spot on. You surely are working your magic again with Alert. Regards, B.E.
  10. Blue Ensign
    Fine work on the masts and tops Mike, and I just love those latest series of shots of her, your attention detail is very evident. the close-up shots of the seized and served strops are impressive, I really must raise my game in that area. Regards, B.E.
  11. Blue Ensign
    Great to see an update Ian, Unicorn is looking fine and it's good to see some more examples of your innovative approach to ship modelling. Cheers, B. E.
  12. Blue Ensign
    Very well done Peter, a Swan to be proud of. I also look forward to seeing your completion photo''s and the start of your upcoming Pickle build. Regards, B.E.
  13. Blue Ensign
    Just enjoyed a read thro' your log Jon, what a fine job you have made of your build, and what a valuable work of reference for those building Rattlesnake - great stuff. B.E.
  14. Blue Ensign
    Exacting work Nils, very well done B.E.
  15. Blue Ensign
    I love to see your framing Mark, and I so admire your determination to get things right. Regards, B.E.
  16. Blue Ensign
    Looks good Mike, a sound base for the all important second layer. I added a strengthening strip behind the jigsaw join to give some stability, didn't want to risk it springing at some later stage, and it doesn't show below the qd. B.E.
  17. Blue Ensign
    That's an impressive bit of carving there Martin; I didn't insert treenails in the wales either, but I think you will find that your Top and Butt will show thro' sufficiently to indicate your extra effort. Well done B.E.
  18. Blue Ensign
    Just enjoyed a catch-up Ray, love those shots of your three models together, Diana surely is a step up in size but what a great job you're making of her. Soon be able to open your own Maritime Museum -let me know - I'll visit B.E.
  19. Blue Ensign
    Good stuff John, glad to see you making progress. B.E
  20. Blue Ensign
    Love those Quarterdeck shots Peter, excellent configuration of the Ensign, a nice natural drape. Your Pegasus has a sense of vibrancy about it, love the look of her Cheers B.E.
  21. Blue Ensign
    Love that last series of photos Augie, your deck beam work looks so clean, what an impressive build she is. B.E.
  22. Blue Ensign
    Just enjoyed a catch-up Bob, I love your work and build, and what a superb Figure to set off your beautiful Essex. Janos is such a talented guy, and how wonderful to have an example of his work on your build. Great stuff. B.E.
  23. Blue Ensign
    Great photos Nils, she looks so impressive, and not yet fully rigged. Your Pegasus is a model to look at over and over again and still find something new not spotted before, she has so much detail of interest. Great stuff B.E.
  24. Blue Ensign
    There's always something to learn from a read of your log Tony, I'm constantly impressed by your approach to a build, and what a fine job you're making of Sherbourne. B.E.
  25. Blue Ensign
    Hi there Felelo, I see you've come across my Seventy-four build. You will find the technique I used for the water base in the build log - here's the link. http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/152-le-superbe-by-blue-ensign-heller-plastic-built-as-le-praetorian-after-boudriot/page-4 Hope it helps B.E.

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