patrickmil
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patrickmil got a reaction from Chuck in USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Those are some sweet looking upgrades. I will be ordering the cannons down the road as well. I always like the MS kits but their Britannia metal disappoints me.
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patrickmil got a reaction from Trussben in Niagara by patrickmil - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1/64th
Hey John,
Thanks for stopping in and having a look. I've been admiring some of the pictures you have taken on your museum trips. So let me thank you as well for the pictures. Unfortunately, this build is going to be moving in a backwards direction as I think that I will be rerigging almost all of it. I've made up my mind that I'd like to include the shot racks and I'd like to rework almost every rope on her. Talk about your major learning experiences... screwing up on rigging really makes you remember mistakes! As soon as the weather turns too cold to be out in the garage playing with my big wood-working tools I'll be inside starting the tear down.
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patrickmil got a reaction from augie in Frigate Essex by Rafine - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Kitbashed
I'm looking forward to seeing this kit for sale. Watching your progress will be like watching the summer blockbuster movie teaser. I've admired your other work on this forum and I am sure you will make this into a masterpiece.
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patrickmil got a reaction from augie in USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Your progress is looking great as always. I can't wait to see more. I hope you had better luck fishing than I have had lately.
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patrickmil got a reaction from augie in USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Augie, I'm anxiously awaiting the start of construction here. I'm sure you will do this kit proud with your attention to detail.
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patrickmil got a reaction from riverboat in HMS Agamemnon by mobbsie - FINISHED - Caldercraft / Jotika - 1/64
Mobbsie, your Aggie is moving right along. She is going to be a powerful warship and it's a good thing in case 'you know who' comes along with intents of war.
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patrickmil got a reaction from mobbsie in HMS Agamemnon by mobbsie - FINISHED - Caldercraft / Jotika - 1/64
Mobbsie, your Aggie is moving right along. She is going to be a powerful warship and it's a good thing in case 'you know who' comes along with intents of war.
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patrickmil got a reaction from riverboat in HMAT Supply by riverboat - FINISHED - Jotika/Caldercraft- 1/64th scale
Frank, your weathering is inspirational. The anchors are masterpieces in themselves and the rope you have used as replacement looks perfect. Finishing this is right around the corner for you now, huh?
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patrickmil got a reaction from riverboat in Niagara by patrickmil - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1/64th
The plans definitely aren't wrong. I was just rushing ahead with some of the rigging. For one, the lanyards for my deadeyes have always been a tad too long and it was a thorn in my side that I worked around. I have also grown dissatisfied with some of the other standing rigging (the list is long) and some of my yard placements. Once it gets cooler out and I am forced inside I will have some update on what I plan to do. Right now the weather is too nice to not be fishing or working on my lathe.
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patrickmil got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Niagara by patrickmil - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1/64th
Popeye, I've been looking on for bit and it has been a while since posting on this blog. While I was waiting on my hand to heal up I got to looking at the rigging plans and had noticed that I had much of it completely wrong. I tried to convince myself to just go forth with the rest of the rigging as it was but no matter much I tried to get back into the rigging I was struggling with it being wrong. We all know how once you spot a problem it keeps nagging at you and won't go away until you've scratched that itch. I had to put my Niagara up for a while so I didn't let my anger get the best of things. I am giving serious contemplation to redoing everything from the mast on up. I may make that a side project when I start on the Constitution this fall. I have been watching your great builds on MSW though and your work has been fantastic.
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patrickmil got a reaction from augie in US Brig Syren by Augie - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hey Augie.... Your completed Syren looks great! Congratulations on finishing such a fine masterpiece. I look forward to watching you build Confederacy.
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patrickmil got a reaction from brianbrownzzzzzz in San Ildefonso by Sjors - FINISHED - OcCre - 1:70
Sjors, your head rails look great with the paint on them. Keep up the good work my friend.
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patrickmil got a reaction from lb0190 in Niagara by patrickmil - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1/64th
Here are a few more pictures with the rigging in place.
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patrickmil got a reaction from mobbsie in HMS Agamemnon by mobbsie - FINISHED - Caldercraft / Jotika - 1/64
That is some great looking work Mobbsie. It looks as if you are moving right along as quickly as ever.
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patrickmil got a reaction from augie in US Brig Syren by Augie - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Just catching up after a long weekend away. Your rigging is looking fantastic Augie! You are getting close to finishing up now.
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patrickmil got a reaction from popeye the sailor in America by popeye the sailor - FINISHED - Billing Boats - 1:72 scale
Congrats on finishing another fantastic build Popeye. You've only got five things going on right now so I'm sure we'll see another build log popping up soon? In all seriousness, your attention to detail and step-by-step build log have me wanting to add Billing's America to my kit inventory.
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patrickmil got a reaction from augie in Le Mirage by Sjors - FINISHED - Corel - Wood - 1:75
Sjors, your progress looks good. The rigging is great because it lets you know you are close to being finished. Keep in mind though, we want more pictures too.
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patrickmil got a reaction from Trussben in Niagara by patrickmil - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1/64th
Guys--Thanks for the well-wishes. I'm about ready to dust her off and get back at it. My finger is better for the most part and rigging should commence soon.
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patrickmil got a reaction from Sjors in Niagara by patrickmil - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1/64th
Guys--Thanks for the well-wishes. I'm about ready to dust her off and get back at it. My finger is better for the most part and rigging should commence soon.
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patrickmil got a reaction from Krelis in Niagara by patrickmil - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1/64th
More pics...
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patrickmil got a reaction from jct in Niagara by patrickmil - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1/64th
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patrickmil got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Niagara by patrickmil - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1/64th
Guys--Thanks for the well-wishes. I'm about ready to dust her off and get back at it. My finger is better for the most part and rigging should commence soon.
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patrickmil got a reaction from Aussie048 in Niagara by patrickmil - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1/64th
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patrickmil got a reaction from Salty Sea Dog in Rattlesnake by JPett - Model Shipways - Scale 1/64th - Kit #MS2028
JP, after a long and arduous journey, aka planking, you have a great looking hull on your hands. The time and care you put into doing that has really paid off well.
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patrickmil got a reaction from JPett in US Brig Syren by Augie - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Well, now that I'm all caught up Augie, your Syren is looking awesome! I'd like to see an overall picture when you next post some progress pic's.
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