Chuck Seiler
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After working full bore through the pandemic, I have just executed a long planned retirement. A couple weeks of decompression and model building will begin anew. Several models in the ways and in the planning stages. I will be coming to Chuck for blocks and line at some time in the couple-months-down-the-line future.
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I agree, a bit early, but I figured replicas of date-appropriate ships are probably a bit sparse... "besides, who will know the difference". My point is that it was interesting to see a cog underway in a rough sea rather than on a placid body of water. Also, living conditions of 'passengers'.
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For second planking, I recommend tucking the forward end of the plank up under the rabbet of the stem before working it back towards the stern. Soak it, twist is and let it dry in place before gluing.
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I recommend giving the rearmost inch or 2 a good soak with isopropl alcohol. That will de-glue it and make it easier.
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The other day I was watching the Russel Crow version of ROBIN HOOD. In one scene, they are traveling from France to England and their conveyance of choice is a cog. Very interesting.
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I love those barrels. I will need to review that part of the log and practice some.
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Ships at Trafalgar - what kits are available?
Chuck Seiler replied to bruce d's topic in Wood ship model kits
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Ships at Trafalgar - what kits are available?
Chuck Seiler replied to bruce d's topic in Wood ship model kits
Hmmmm. I thought that was the Battle of Midway...but I have ya covered.
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Rodolfo, I missed where those were the size of the holes. I thought they were a reference number. The 03 holes appear to be right over the top of the fore and aft bulkhead of the deckhouse.
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Could the "holes" have been for bolts (03) and eyebolts (10)? Deckhouse looks great!
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Byrnes. He is a sponsor here and a great guy as well.
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Stoves/Ovens on ships in the 1600s and Onward
Chuck Seiler replied to acaron41120's topic in Nautical/Naval History
Some are fancier than others. Here is the firepit from gunboat PHILADELPHIA.
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I have always found it handy to have a scale person (about 5 foot tall for that period) to act as a size gauge.
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Are you saying the anchors on the SHIPYARD cogs are incorrect?
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That is a common problem. Fight the urge to get the hull done quickly. If you don't, you will get into follow-on stages and start finding problems with the hull you would not have had if you took the time.
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I have used Ocooch (https://ocoochhardwoods.com/ ) for cherry, maple and beech, but it requires ripping.
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True. I missed the part where he does NOT have a Byrnes saw. I'm not sure you can get any GOOD specialty (i.e. not basswood) wood without ripping it yourself. I live in a 850 sq ft condo (although it has a garage) and have a Byrnes Saw. I couldn't imagine modeling without it.
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SYREN Ship Model Company. Right down the street from you. Sponsor here, Great quality. Strongly recommended.
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A friend of mine who specializes in miniatures turned me on to the use of cigarette paper. It is thin, but strong. When the San Diego Maritime Museum had us recreate the Battle of Trafalgar, I used this to make all flags for both fleets (including "England expects..."). Happy Trafalgar Day by the way. The downside is that you are limited in size.
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The nails look fine. Keep up the great work!!!
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Ken, Stopping by after a long hiatus. This is really looking great!!! As I approach retirement, I plan to dust off my PROVIDENCE and get back to work on it. I will DEFINITELY be looking at your build log from time to time as a reference,
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The angle of the sternpost makes for an interesting arc on the tiller.
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Alas, the fate of many replicas and reproductions. People are willing and energized to fund and build the shiny new ship, but maintaining it is boring and people lose interest.
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