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Blue Ensign got a reaction from Canute in 1/50 - HMS Supply - Artesania Latina - by Kevin
You don't have to be 'good enough' to be a member of NRG Kevin, just pay the membership fee, I'm a member - case in point.🫤
B.E.
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from mugje in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Perhaps I should take another sabbatical and wait to see what little pearls I can pick up from your build Glenn.😉
On balance, perhaps I should just get on with it, my kit sat for four years beneath the bench, plus another two the stocks.
Post 18
Cap rails and frames
The Cap rail now needs to be thinned down. Chuck indicates an initial 1/32” overhang on the outer side. I use a strip of 0.8mm x 4mm Pearwood strip as a template.
4684
The trickiest part is around the bow in the area of the bolsters, here I used a scalpel blade to carefully pare away the excess overhang down to 0.8mm whilst retaining the uniformity of the rail.
For thinning the frames as they move upwards to the rail I initially use a scalpel, the cedar cuts smoothly and uniformly, and for this aspect the blade is quicker and cleaner than sanding alone.
4685
The support base holds the hull steady for use of the scalpel and sanding. Some of the frames are thinned with the hull side down, others with the hull upright. Fine cuts are used to remove the timber.
As the frames are reduced the cap rail width is reduced until the required width of 5/32" (4mm) is achieved.
4690
The ports side frame fairing and cap rail reduction near completion. I have left the inner bow area slightly oversize until I reach the stage of fitting the knee at the bow.
The starboard side shows the extent of the timber to be removed.
4691
So far, so good, I’m enjoying getting back to working on Chuck’s little gem.
B.E.
15/05/2024
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from mtaylor in 1/50 - HMS Supply - Artesania Latina - by Kevin
You don't have to be 'good enough' to be a member of NRG Kevin, just pay the membership fee, I'm a member - case in point.🫤
B.E.
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from tlevine in 1/50 - HMS Supply - Artesania Latina - by Kevin
You don't have to be 'good enough' to be a member of NRG Kevin, just pay the membership fee, I'm a member - case in point.🫤
B.E.
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Blue Ensign reacted to mugje in HMS Sphinx 1775 by mugje - Vanguard Models - 1:64
Small update:
It's getting more sunnier and warmer everyday here in the Netherlands, so I didn't spend a whole lot time in my hobby space.
But managed to close the first band on the otherside too. So now going forward with band 2
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Blue Ensign reacted to mugje in HMS Sphinx 1775 by mugje - Vanguard Models - 1:64
I think this is it...flow looks nice everywhere, and symmetrical. It's a bit of guesswork and we will see if it was the right guess
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from JpR62 in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Perhaps I should take another sabbatical and wait to see what little pearls I can pick up from your build Glenn.😉
On balance, perhaps I should just get on with it, my kit sat for four years beneath the bench, plus another two the stocks.
Post 18
Cap rails and frames
The Cap rail now needs to be thinned down. Chuck indicates an initial 1/32” overhang on the outer side. I use a strip of 0.8mm x 4mm Pearwood strip as a template.
4684
The trickiest part is around the bow in the area of the bolsters, here I used a scalpel blade to carefully pare away the excess overhang down to 0.8mm whilst retaining the uniformity of the rail.
For thinning the frames as they move upwards to the rail I initially use a scalpel, the cedar cuts smoothly and uniformly, and for this aspect the blade is quicker and cleaner than sanding alone.
4685
The support base holds the hull steady for use of the scalpel and sanding. Some of the frames are thinned with the hull side down, others with the hull upright. Fine cuts are used to remove the timber.
As the frames are reduced the cap rail width is reduced until the required width of 5/32" (4mm) is achieved.
4690
The ports side frame fairing and cap rail reduction near completion. I have left the inner bow area slightly oversize until I reach the stage of fitting the knee at the bow.
The starboard side shows the extent of the timber to be removed.
4691
So far, so good, I’m enjoying getting back to working on Chuck’s little gem.
B.E.
15/05/2024
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from Diver in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Perhaps I should take another sabbatical and wait to see what little pearls I can pick up from your build Glenn.😉
On balance, perhaps I should just get on with it, my kit sat for four years beneath the bench, plus another two the stocks.
Post 18
Cap rails and frames
The Cap rail now needs to be thinned down. Chuck indicates an initial 1/32” overhang on the outer side. I use a strip of 0.8mm x 4mm Pearwood strip as a template.
4684
The trickiest part is around the bow in the area of the bolsters, here I used a scalpel blade to carefully pare away the excess overhang down to 0.8mm whilst retaining the uniformity of the rail.
For thinning the frames as they move upwards to the rail I initially use a scalpel, the cedar cuts smoothly and uniformly, and for this aspect the blade is quicker and cleaner than sanding alone.
4685
The support base holds the hull steady for use of the scalpel and sanding. Some of the frames are thinned with the hull side down, others with the hull upright. Fine cuts are used to remove the timber.
As the frames are reduced the cap rail width is reduced until the required width of 5/32" (4mm) is achieved.
4690
The ports side frame fairing and cap rail reduction near completion. I have left the inner bow area slightly oversize until I reach the stage of fitting the knee at the bow.
The starboard side shows the extent of the timber to be removed.
4691
So far, so good, I’m enjoying getting back to working on Chuck’s little gem.
B.E.
15/05/2024
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from Thukydides in HMS Pegasus by Barbossa - Amati/Victory Models - 1/64
I like the muted tones, and a good decision to dispense with any bling.
I also very much liked your Diana which I can see in the background.
Cheers,
B.E.
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from Ryland Craze in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Perhaps I should take another sabbatical and wait to see what little pearls I can pick up from your build Glenn.😉
On balance, perhaps I should just get on with it, my kit sat for four years beneath the bench, plus another two the stocks.
Post 18
Cap rails and frames
The Cap rail now needs to be thinned down. Chuck indicates an initial 1/32” overhang on the outer side. I use a strip of 0.8mm x 4mm Pearwood strip as a template.
4684
The trickiest part is around the bow in the area of the bolsters, here I used a scalpel blade to carefully pare away the excess overhang down to 0.8mm whilst retaining the uniformity of the rail.
For thinning the frames as they move upwards to the rail I initially use a scalpel, the cedar cuts smoothly and uniformly, and for this aspect the blade is quicker and cleaner than sanding alone.
4685
The support base holds the hull steady for use of the scalpel and sanding. Some of the frames are thinned with the hull side down, others with the hull upright. Fine cuts are used to remove the timber.
As the frames are reduced the cap rail width is reduced until the required width of 5/32" (4mm) is achieved.
4690
The ports side frame fairing and cap rail reduction near completion. I have left the inner bow area slightly oversize until I reach the stage of fitting the knee at the bow.
The starboard side shows the extent of the timber to be removed.
4691
So far, so good, I’m enjoying getting back to working on Chuck’s little gem.
B.E.
15/05/2024
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from CiscoH in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Perhaps I should take another sabbatical and wait to see what little pearls I can pick up from your build Glenn.😉
On balance, perhaps I should just get on with it, my kit sat for four years beneath the bench, plus another two the stocks.
Post 18
Cap rails and frames
The Cap rail now needs to be thinned down. Chuck indicates an initial 1/32” overhang on the outer side. I use a strip of 0.8mm x 4mm Pearwood strip as a template.
4684
The trickiest part is around the bow in the area of the bolsters, here I used a scalpel blade to carefully pare away the excess overhang down to 0.8mm whilst retaining the uniformity of the rail.
For thinning the frames as they move upwards to the rail I initially use a scalpel, the cedar cuts smoothly and uniformly, and for this aspect the blade is quicker and cleaner than sanding alone.
4685
The support base holds the hull steady for use of the scalpel and sanding. Some of the frames are thinned with the hull side down, others with the hull upright. Fine cuts are used to remove the timber.
As the frames are reduced the cap rail width is reduced until the required width of 5/32" (4mm) is achieved.
4690
The ports side frame fairing and cap rail reduction near completion. I have left the inner bow area slightly oversize until I reach the stage of fitting the knee at the bow.
The starboard side shows the extent of the timber to be removed.
4691
So far, so good, I’m enjoying getting back to working on Chuck’s little gem.
B.E.
15/05/2024
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from Freebird in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Perhaps I should take another sabbatical and wait to see what little pearls I can pick up from your build Glenn.😉
On balance, perhaps I should just get on with it, my kit sat for four years beneath the bench, plus another two the stocks.
Post 18
Cap rails and frames
The Cap rail now needs to be thinned down. Chuck indicates an initial 1/32” overhang on the outer side. I use a strip of 0.8mm x 4mm Pearwood strip as a template.
4684
The trickiest part is around the bow in the area of the bolsters, here I used a scalpel blade to carefully pare away the excess overhang down to 0.8mm whilst retaining the uniformity of the rail.
For thinning the frames as they move upwards to the rail I initially use a scalpel, the cedar cuts smoothly and uniformly, and for this aspect the blade is quicker and cleaner than sanding alone.
4685
The support base holds the hull steady for use of the scalpel and sanding. Some of the frames are thinned with the hull side down, others with the hull upright. Fine cuts are used to remove the timber.
As the frames are reduced the cap rail width is reduced until the required width of 5/32" (4mm) is achieved.
4690
The ports side frame fairing and cap rail reduction near completion. I have left the inner bow area slightly oversize until I reach the stage of fitting the knee at the bow.
The starboard side shows the extent of the timber to be removed.
4691
So far, so good, I’m enjoying getting back to working on Chuck’s little gem.
B.E.
15/05/2024
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from gjdale in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Perhaps I should take another sabbatical and wait to see what little pearls I can pick up from your build Glenn.😉
On balance, perhaps I should just get on with it, my kit sat for four years beneath the bench, plus another two the stocks.
Post 18
Cap rails and frames
The Cap rail now needs to be thinned down. Chuck indicates an initial 1/32” overhang on the outer side. I use a strip of 0.8mm x 4mm Pearwood strip as a template.
4684
The trickiest part is around the bow in the area of the bolsters, here I used a scalpel blade to carefully pare away the excess overhang down to 0.8mm whilst retaining the uniformity of the rail.
For thinning the frames as they move upwards to the rail I initially use a scalpel, the cedar cuts smoothly and uniformly, and for this aspect the blade is quicker and cleaner than sanding alone.
4685
The support base holds the hull steady for use of the scalpel and sanding. Some of the frames are thinned with the hull side down, others with the hull upright. Fine cuts are used to remove the timber.
As the frames are reduced the cap rail width is reduced until the required width of 5/32" (4mm) is achieved.
4690
The ports side frame fairing and cap rail reduction near completion. I have left the inner bow area slightly oversize until I reach the stage of fitting the knee at the bow.
The starboard side shows the extent of the timber to be removed.
4691
So far, so good, I’m enjoying getting back to working on Chuck’s little gem.
B.E.
15/05/2024
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from JeffT in 1/50 - HMS Supply - Artesania Latina - by Kevin
You don't have to be 'good enough' to be a member of NRG Kevin, just pay the membership fee, I'm a member - case in point.🫤
B.E.
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from BobG in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Perhaps I should take another sabbatical and wait to see what little pearls I can pick up from your build Glenn.😉
On balance, perhaps I should just get on with it, my kit sat for four years beneath the bench, plus another two the stocks.
Post 18
Cap rails and frames
The Cap rail now needs to be thinned down. Chuck indicates an initial 1/32” overhang on the outer side. I use a strip of 0.8mm x 4mm Pearwood strip as a template.
4684
The trickiest part is around the bow in the area of the bolsters, here I used a scalpel blade to carefully pare away the excess overhang down to 0.8mm whilst retaining the uniformity of the rail.
For thinning the frames as they move upwards to the rail I initially use a scalpel, the cedar cuts smoothly and uniformly, and for this aspect the blade is quicker and cleaner than sanding alone.
4685
The support base holds the hull steady for use of the scalpel and sanding. Some of the frames are thinned with the hull side down, others with the hull upright. Fine cuts are used to remove the timber.
As the frames are reduced the cap rail width is reduced until the required width of 5/32" (4mm) is achieved.
4690
The ports side frame fairing and cap rail reduction near completion. I have left the inner bow area slightly oversize until I reach the stage of fitting the knee at the bow.
The starboard side shows the extent of the timber to be removed.
4691
So far, so good, I’m enjoying getting back to working on Chuck’s little gem.
B.E.
15/05/2024
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from mugje in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Post 17
The Journey resumes.
My Medway Longboat has been quietly maturing on the stocks for the past year whilst I have been building Indefatigable.
Time to get back on the job, eh Gromit.
4646
4648
With a year away from the build I need to re-acquaint myself with the current stage before I begin, and a re-read of Chuck’s log and other excellent group builds is where I start.
B.E.
13/05/2024
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from Chuck in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Perhaps I should take another sabbatical and wait to see what little pearls I can pick up from your build Glenn.😉
On balance, perhaps I should just get on with it, my kit sat for four years beneath the bench, plus another two the stocks.
Post 18
Cap rails and frames
The Cap rail now needs to be thinned down. Chuck indicates an initial 1/32” overhang on the outer side. I use a strip of 0.8mm x 4mm Pearwood strip as a template.
4684
The trickiest part is around the bow in the area of the bolsters, here I used a scalpel blade to carefully pare away the excess overhang down to 0.8mm whilst retaining the uniformity of the rail.
For thinning the frames as they move upwards to the rail I initially use a scalpel, the cedar cuts smoothly and uniformly, and for this aspect the blade is quicker and cleaner than sanding alone.
4685
The support base holds the hull steady for use of the scalpel and sanding. Some of the frames are thinned with the hull side down, others with the hull upright. Fine cuts are used to remove the timber.
As the frames are reduced the cap rail width is reduced until the required width of 5/32" (4mm) is achieved.
4690
The ports side frame fairing and cap rail reduction near completion. I have left the inner bow area slightly oversize until I reach the stage of fitting the knee at the bow.
The starboard side shows the extent of the timber to be removed.
4691
So far, so good, I’m enjoying getting back to working on Chuck’s little gem.
B.E.
15/05/2024
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Blue Ensign reacted to glbarlow in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Most likely my next build after Winchelsea, it’s just sitting in my cabinet waiting for me.
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from hollowneck in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Post 17
The Journey resumes.
My Medway Longboat has been quietly maturing on the stocks for the past year whilst I have been building Indefatigable.
Time to get back on the job, eh Gromit.
4646
4648
With a year away from the build I need to re-acquaint myself with the current stage before I begin, and a re-read of Chuck’s log and other excellent group builds is where I start.
B.E.
13/05/2024
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from BobG in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Post 17
The Journey resumes.
My Medway Longboat has been quietly maturing on the stocks for the past year whilst I have been building Indefatigable.
Time to get back on the job, eh Gromit.
4646
4648
With a year away from the build I need to re-acquaint myself with the current stage before I begin, and a re-read of Chuck’s log and other excellent group builds is where I start.
B.E.
13/05/2024
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from CiscoH in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Post 17
The Journey resumes.
My Medway Longboat has been quietly maturing on the stocks for the past year whilst I have been building Indefatigable.
Time to get back on the job, eh Gromit.
4646
4648
With a year away from the build I need to re-acquaint myself with the current stage before I begin, and a re-read of Chuck’s log and other excellent group builds is where I start.
B.E.
13/05/2024
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from Tossedman in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Post 16
With the rails in place the stem bolsters have to be shaped and fitted.
Chuck describes this step as challenging and provides six blanks from which two finished bolsters are required.
Hoping that’s enough, but if it isn’t, perhaps I need a different hobby.
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To give me a feel for shaping these bolsters I carved a Balsa block before moving onto the cedar.
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0350
To achieve the shape, I used a No11 scalpel blade, and finger sanders with a curved profile.
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Once the bevels are cut the most difficult part is holding the bolster to impart the concave shape down to around 0.8mm thickness at the bottom edge.
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Multiple trial fittings are required during the shaping process.
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The final finishing was done with the bolsters in place.
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All went well with four blanks left. The recess for the bolster roller was cut using micro chisels.
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I can’t help thinking that the boat looks better without those baulks of wood, necessary as they are to perform one of the main operational functions.
Perhaps once the decorative rail and decoration is applied they won’t look so prominent.
B.E.
08/03/2023
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from Tossedman in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Post 17
The Journey resumes.
My Medway Longboat has been quietly maturing on the stocks for the past year whilst I have been building Indefatigable.
Time to get back on the job, eh Gromit.
4646
4648
With a year away from the build I need to re-acquaint myself with the current stage before I begin, and a re-read of Chuck’s log and other excellent group builds is where I start.
B.E.
13/05/2024
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from glbarlow in Medway Longboat 1742 by Blue Ensign - Syren Ship Model Company - ½” scale
Post 17
The Journey resumes.
My Medway Longboat has been quietly maturing on the stocks for the past year whilst I have been building Indefatigable.
Time to get back on the job, eh Gromit.
4646
4648
With a year away from the build I need to re-acquaint myself with the current stage before I begin, and a re-read of Chuck’s log and other excellent group builds is where I start.
B.E.
13/05/2024
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Blue Ensign got a reaction from Ryland Craze in HM Cutter Alert by Thukydides - Vanguard Models - 1:64 - first build
The anchors look great Daniel. 👍
I'm pretty picky about fittings but white metal anchors were one of those items I was fairly relaxed about. There were sufficient after-market versions to suit all sizes - from kedge to Best bower, if a full set was required.
B.E.
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