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Chuck Seiler

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  5. Chuck Seiler
    When you build that addition onto your casa to house your models be sure to paint one wall a pleasing photographic-backdrop colour.
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    You don't indicate whether the bulwark will be planked or not. I would be inclined to NOT use the bulwark provided but instead use 1/16" basswood (using the old bulwarks as templates) then plank over it, inside and out. This would reinforce the basswood in the same manner as 2 ply lamination as suggested by James. If the kit does not supply planking material, 1/32" basswood strips (if planking interior and exterior) or 1/16" BW strips will work. That should be available from hobby shops like Michaels. Another alternative is Alaskan Yellow Cedar. It is soft like basswood but I find it much better as a planking wood. Hobby Mill EU (Europe) and Modelers Sawmill (US) bother carry AYC. Both are MSW sponsors.
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    It needs to be done by mid May for entry into the Fair. Photos are submitted by April, but your PdN is far enough along that current pics are good. Delivery to the Fair is in mid May, I believe. Model must be completed by then...although the glue doesn't need to be completely dried.
  24. Chuck Seiler
    I have never used Vallejo. As mentioned above, I like Windsor and Newton. It mixes well with water and I can vary the consistency. Because I paint small areas, I have come to like the "carriage process" outlined by Chuck Passaro in one of his builds. Winchelsea, I believe. I am told it is so named because that is how they painted fine carriages in days of old. The paint is thinned to sightly thicker than water. The paint is applied and allowed to dry, then buffed between coats. I have found the first 2 coats go on without buffing in between. At first it is very transparent/translucent, but it gets better. Six to eight coats. Its marvelous!!! I have been searching for 'the perfect red' for years. I sometimes will see a great 'barn red' barn while driving. I will stop and take a pic. Cadmium Red Deep and Red Ochre (or sometimes a mix of the two) are what I have settled on.
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    I really like W&N red ochre. It may or may not be available from MICHEAL'S or HOBBY LOBBY. It definitely IS available at DICK BLICK'S, if you have one near you. If not, you can order online. A tube will last you forever. I normally stain, but when I paint I use watered down artist acrylics.
  27. Chuck Seiler
    Steve, The shrouds and stays are where you will want to try your serving techniques. Get with OtherSteve regarding his rigging project. He did a good job in serving IIRC.
  28. Chuck Seiler
    Steve, The gammoning looks great. I am glad you chose NOT to serve it. I agree with Phil, detail is great, but there comes a time when 'close enough' is good enough. If you worry about absolute authenticity, you will never finish. What's a pirate's favourite letter?
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    What blades did you get?
  31. Chuck Seiler
    PS-Thanks for reminding me. I just ordered 5 x CT303012000
  32. Chuck Seiler
    Martindale acquired Malco a few months back. As a Malco customer I got notification. Malco is becoming 'part of the team' so Greg and company are still players. Since it will take awhile to incorporate Malco stock into their catalogue, I was told to continue to order thru Malco.
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    Ron, Understood. Having grown up in Warminster, PA, I was using this as an opportunity to wiff on New Jersey.
  34. Chuck Seiler
    You should have gone with Modeller's Sawmill. I believe the tariff from New Jersey is much lower. 😁
  35. Chuck Seiler
    FYI, MALCO has recently been acquired by Martindale Electric Company. I received that info in an email a few days ago. If you are doing business with MALCO you will probably get the same.
  36. Chuck Seiler
    Estaban, I am a big fan of placing one figure in a strategic location to give perspective. I do feel, though, that the use of a base detracts. In the past I have placed a small hole in one or both feet and pinned the figure to the deck. Will discuss in 2 weeks.

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