jburchfield1@wowway.com

FINALLY! got my kit today and made sure everything was there.  Was missing a couple of strips but knowing that I would probably break some I already ordered some extra.  Just gotta pick up a couple small tools tomorrow and I can get started on my boat!  

Before I get to the planking I would ask if somebody could please clear up some confusion I have.

All of the tutorials that I have read on planking specifically warn AGAINST bending the plank(s) laterally, yet in this build it appears from these logs and the instructions that we are doing just that.  

Is that because of this is a boat and not a ship, or because it's so small or ................

Just curious 'cause I really want this to turn out well.  It's my first, but I can already tell you it won't be my last!

Just a quick question from a noobie.  Someone mentioned here and I've seen it before about drawing the rigging thru beeswax before using.

Doesn't that interfere with the adhesives used to "set" the knot?  Or am I thinking of the wrong kind of glue for that purpose?

K, got my book today Ship Model Simplified.  Something to read while I'm sitting here tapping my toes waiting on the kit.

As an aside, I just noticed (I'm a little slow sometimes) that there is a group build of this on the Online Projects section.  If this shud have been there maybe one of the moderators could move it for me?

Thankee very much.  Learning more every day.

so if I'm actually getting this (my ears are starting to smoke):

1:96 would mean 1inch=96 inches or 1/8 scale?

Hope this is the right place for this question.

Is the term "1/4 scale" equivalent to the term "1:25"?

Well, I must say that from everything I've heard (new guy here) about the quality of Jeff's wood, I now hate the fact that I live in Columbus, Ohio as I can not avail myself of his excellent product since he does not sell here.  

Who would the majority of you guys suggest as an alternative?

Just got notification of shipment and since I'm really excited about this - just getting ready.

Supposed to have the kit within the week.

Be aware that I only have my 2MP phone for pics so hope that will be good enough.

Not sure how to get the title in bold like everybody else but at least it's here.