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  1. GLakie
    Those lower deadeyes look good, but as far as being too close, it all depends on where the shroud lines will need to be.
  2. GLakie
    Missed the edit Jay! Thanks for the explanation, and is that the turkey Steve was going to send you?
  3. GLakie
    Doesn't sound right to me Mark. A 110 volt is a common plug and wall outlet like in your living room. A 220 volt os something like you'd find for your electric dryer, or an arc welder. Does this machine have a plug like this on it? A 220 volt plug.
  4. GLakie
    Beautiful job getting that 4th sheave in that block Michael. Looks very realistic!
  5. GLakie
    Hi Tom: First, let me thank you personally for taking the time to respond to us directly. It does resolve some of the issues we had with even considering this machine as a future purchase. The one question that is on my mind, and probably some of the other guys here, is why Mr. Frisoli responded in the manner that he did. Cheers
  6. GLakie
    She looks splendid Mike! Almost finished with those dreaded ratlines, almost makes it a "downhill-slide" from here.
  7. GLakie
    Thanks for sharing Buck. While you're in the mood for sharing, I like my Killian's straight out of the bottle. Yup-----"Bottle Baby"!!
  8. GLakie
    I agree with Kurt and Jack on fastening the carronades. A pin through the carriage, or glue directly to the deck, is what a lot of guys are doing.
  9. GLakie
    Another awesome job Buck. What is the brand name of that microscope you're using?
  10. GLakie
    That pear seems like it's really nice to work with Robb. The windlass looks great!
  11. GLakie
    Don't know how I missed this build Brian. So many beautiful builds out there and not enough time I guess. Found it when you posted the link for Ken. Great tutorial man. I know I'm months late for the party, but you've been doing a fantastic job on her, and if you don't mind, I'd love to set in and join the rest of the spectators. Cheers
  12. GLakie
    There's some mighty fine looking cookware, and now for the utensils Jay! Seems you have a knack for making the really small items like Buck and Matt! Still think they're using a microscope for that stuff. It's not a hobby any more when we stop having fun, right?
  13. GLakie
    The scale of Brian's AVS is 1:48, but if you're referring to the size blocks and materials, a quote: "I am using Syren 5/32" Pearwood single blocks, Syren 3mm hooks, some generic tan thread I found that is very thin for seizing, .008" Syren brown rope for the stropping, and .012" Syren tan rope for the tackle line." Cheers
  14. GLakie
    Your jig is working out nicely it seems, and the thread you picked out looks like it's laying and falling the way it should Ken. Sweet!
  15. GLakie
    Thanks for posting an honest, and a to-the-point, review Mark.
  16. GLakie
    Well said Mark. You've shown a whole lot more class in your response, than this supposed "reputable business man"? did. I admire your ability to stay calm, cool, and collected in the face of ignorance. I, on the other hand would not have been so forgiving.
  17. GLakie
    A small improvement that I found useful for the saw, was simply a piece of plywood with a handle on each end of it for making it a little less awkward to move from one place to the other. The rubber feet on the saw itself won't let it slide, and the plywood can be easily clamped to almost any work-surface.
  18. GLakie
    Thanks Chuck. Wasn't able to relay even one tenth of what was really on my mind after reading that. But Mark knows!!
  19. GLakie
    This guy's an angry stock-holder!
  20. GLakie
    Really handy jig idea, and one I will employ on my build. Out of 52 guns, 30 - 36 of them will need rigging, and a jig like this will certainly help!
  21. GLakie
    Oh Oh!! The "Mud Divers" are comin' out of the woodwork Matt!!
  22. GLakie
    Congratulations Dennis. Try to have a good time! Edit: Should read congrats to you both, just to clarify!
  23. GLakie
    What Mark said Jay! Looks pretty life-like!
  24. GLakie
    Those sure are some beautiful carronades Ken. Lovely work and great use of your lathe.
  25. GLakie
    You're doing an awesome job on her Larry! Love those over-all deck shots, showing off all her teeth.

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