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GLakie
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GLakie reacted to CaptainSteve in USS Constitution by CaptainSteve - Model Shipways - 1:76.8 scale
Arrr ...
I be okay, CH, thanks fer askin'. Well, as OK as my therapist will attest to, anyways. The reason fer the long delay betwixt postings wouldst be that I has set meself three tasks to complete afore posting the details to me next log update. As of this most recent weekend, the biggest and hardest o' these tasks now be 80% completed.
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GLakie got a reaction from CaptainSteve in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
Spectacular work there by you and the Nutz bros Matt! You really out-did yourselves with that windlass. I agree with Steve on the blackening. It'd be a shame to cover all the beautiful brass-work there.
Cheers
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GLakie reacted to mattsayers148 in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
I could always put it in a birdcage down by the beach for a couple of years!?
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GLakie reacted to SawdustDave in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
Consider it done George.
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GLakie got a reaction from mtaylor in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
Looks good Dave! Better suck down a second one for me.
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GLakie reacted to SawdustDave in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
Think I'm now ready to pop the top on that cold beverage.
The finishing up of a ships hull planking has always been one of my favorite celebration mile stones.
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GLakie reacted to mtaylor in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
I do like the look of the "antiqued" brass. I believe there's times when artistic license has to over-ride historical accuracy.
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GLakie got a reaction from Canute in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
Ken's got a point there Matt. As nice as it looks, brass will tarnish. -- Unless, of course, tarnishing's a look you might want in the end.
Cheers
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GLakie reacted to mattsayers148 in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
Nigel, CaptainSteve, George, Sam, Buck, Ken, Bob and Mark thank you guys for your kind and encouraging remarks. Thanks for the 'likes' as well.
I'm just a click away from the Optivisor. We're in the process of upsizing our living situation. I'm shooting for a room, shed corner of the garage, I want a space just for boat work. So when this happens I plan to do some upgrades to assist me before I break. Do you guys remember how I did the mortars? I blackened them and then ran a buffing wheel over them to blend off the darkness. This may be how I do it?
It kinda gave it an antique look. Also the shine seems to blur pics. Hey Cathead, thanks. Since my phone is my mobile computer that's always with me, I rarely get to see what a full screen looks like.
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GLakie got a reaction from CaptainSteve in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
Ken's got a point there Matt. As nice as it looks, brass will tarnish. -- Unless, of course, tarnishing's a look you might want in the end.
Cheers
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GLakie reacted to Cathead in USS Constitution by CaptainSteve - Model Shipways - 1:76.8 scale
You ok, Cap'n? Looking forward to new progress, hope all is well.
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GLakie reacted to Cathead in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
Matt, my sight's bad enough without my eyes bugging out repeatedly at your work. Good grief.
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GLakie reacted to mtaylor in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
That is a sweet windlass... and things work... <drops jaw>
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GLakie got a reaction from mattsayers148 in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
Spectacular work there by you and the Nutz bros Matt! You really out-did yourselves with that windlass. I agree with Steve on the blackening. It'd be a shame to cover all the beautiful brass-work there.
Cheers
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GLakie reacted to pete48 in International Dragon Class II by captainbob - FINISHED - 1:48 scale
Nice work Bob, she's going together pretty quick, She looks great
Best Regards,
Pete
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GLakie reacted to cog in International Dragon Class II by captainbob - FINISHED - 1:48 scale
Very nice Bob. I like the solution to get the planked deck flush.
Cheers
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GLakie reacted to Beef Wellington in Syren by JesseLee - FINISHED - Model Shipways - scale: 1:64
Jesse - I like the fake sheaves, I'm thinking of doing something similar, and think you are spot on that these don't need to be perfect give the impression and the line will obscure any imperfections.
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GLakie reacted to Bobstrake in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
That's one fun and imaginative windlass at any size. I'm amazed at your detailing at this size!
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GLakie reacted to Canute in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
Matt, get an Optivisor or a good sized magnifying lens on a flexible arm, with lighting built into it. I use both, depending on the job. You only get one set of those eyeballs; don't screw them up.
I like the look of the bare brass work, but unfortunately the stuff tarnishes. Unless the clans can get in there to keep it polished, I'd blacken it.
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GLakie reacted to Salty Sea Dog in Yakatabune by Catopower - FINISHED - Woody Joe - 1/24 scale - Small
I really like the idea of the floor lamps and am looking forward to see how that will be done. This is a great kit. Even the stand has a simple elegance. If I remember the Japanese word correctly, there's a Shibumi quality to this.
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GLakie got a reaction from Canute in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
Spectacular work there by you and the Nutz bros Matt! You really out-did yourselves with that windlass. I agree with Steve on the blackening. It'd be a shame to cover all the beautiful brass-work there.
Cheers
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GLakie got a reaction from catopower in Yakatabune by Catopower - FINISHED - Woody Joe - 1/24 scale - Small
She's coming together nicely Clare, and with so many pre-milled and not laser-cut parts, is something that makes for an attractive prospect for future buyers like me.
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GLakie reacted to Salty Sea Dog in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
Really nice work! Still no lighted Optivisor? Your sore eyes might appreciate them!
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GLakie reacted to src in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
THats amazing work, youre secretly one of those guys who build operable 1:200 scale 4 stroke engines arent you. I need to place some padding on my desktop, there is a dent forming from my jaw hitting it repeatedly.
Sam
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GLakie got a reaction from Salty Sea Dog in Licorne 1755 by mtaylor - 3/16" scale - French Frigate - from Hahn plans - Version 2.0 - TERMINATED
I know what you mean about that Mark. I do the same thing when just picking up lumber, usually, unless I have power-tools on my mind.
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