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    That's a great idea. Don't think i ever would face thought of that as a replacement
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    Hi Ray, Check out the following thread on painting. It should have some good tips. http://www.modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/3962-how-to-make-plastic-look-like-wood (Sorry if it doesn't link direct. I'm on my phone and it won't let me hyperlink)
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    Coming along nicely Clare. Really well done
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    Per, I think this is used mainly to repair or replace broken spindles or loose legs on wooden chairs. I have seen a similar product (not sure what it was called) and iirc it acted sort of like the urethane based Gorilla Glue where the tenon of the spindle would swell to fit the mortise and the two sides would bond together as if the joint were new
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    Looks like the manufacturer really went to great lengths to make construction easy for anyone. Love the clean lines on this small craft. Can't wait to see her completed.
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    Tony, I think construction paper may be too thick for the scale. You could try a piece of folded copy paper. It may look better. Certainly Mark's suggestion is the best way to test tho
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    Mind if I pull up a chair? Looks like an interesting build
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    Interesting idea. Maybe you could add a small clear acrylic block under the carriage to hold it up?
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    Wow great build. Gives me some ideas for a future build I have in mind. I'm still amazed at the kind of detail people can get at such a small scale.
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    Coming along nicely. Can't wait to see the next progression, not to mention the final product
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    Great detail on the painting. And some fine craftsmanship as well. I have been looking at getting this model as well, but from what you have said, I think it may be easier to find some plans and just scratch build her, or at least all the deck furniture. Looks like an interesting project. I will certainly pull up a chair and follow along.
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    Hi Chrome. Just came across your build. Looking good so far. Saw your first picture and thought Igor was lending out some of his giant matches. Hard to believe something so small can have that much detail. Keep it up
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    Great job on the hull planking. I built the same model about two years ago and she came out really well (link to my gallery in signature block). Seems that a lot of first builds tend to lean toward a two-masted schooner of some sort. One tip I've used for glue squeeze out is to wipe it off with a damp rag or paper towel. Just remember that it only needs to be damp and not dripping wet. Works especially well for white or yellow wood/carpenters glue.
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    Have you considered using a pre-stain conditioner or even a water-dampened rag, then applying WOP? I've done this many times on full-scale woodworking. It makes the grain pop a little bit, with the added benefit of a more even application of stain/final finish, giving it a less blotchy appearance.
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    Hi Sgt. Check out the thread here on building boards. Quite a few people are recommending looking at different build logs to get an idea of how others are doing it. There is also at least one discussion about other options, just can't seem to find the link right now. Good luck in your efforts and welcome to MSW.
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    Igor, If I hadn't seen your fingers in the earlier pictures, I would have thought you brought out that giant match again. Great detail at such a small scale. Impressive work
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    Hi Igor Just wondered where you found a match that large. Had to be one of the biggest matches I've ever seen. All jokes aside, keep up the great work. Love how she's coming along
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    Some great ideas here. Can't wait to see how it works out for you
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    Great work on the bags. You could have used air soft pellets for the shot too. They come in about that size and are readily available at the local Wal-Mart, for those of us on this side of the pond anyways
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    I think I'll echo what everybody else has said. Good Job. Love how you're 'painting' with wood
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    Coming along really nicely Jay. Have fun placing the decks between the frames. Looks like a fun job.
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    Glad to see you got the answer straight from the horse's mouth.
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    That sure is a thinker Izzy. It may be one or a combination of all. No one will ever know for sure unless someone invents a time machine. Or can somehow decipher the flags on any of the victory images or photos
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    James, Yes he's the one. Good luck on your venture
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    James, I would suggest going to your local lumber or hardware store and getting dime hardwood dowel then stopping by the local craft store and getting some crotchet cotton and sewing thread for the rigging. If you're willing to wait you could also check out Chucks website (he's one of the long time regulars here). I understand he has some very nice rigging line available in varying sizes

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