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DavePete
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DavePete got a reaction from FrankWouts in Dave Pete's carving log
I decided to join in on the carving practice. New skills comes in handy. Picked up two sets of blanks and an NRG membership at the same time. Seemed like a good idea at the time...
I have used a cut yardstick as my mounting blocks. Cheap and easy to cut to size. I sanded off most of the printing before gluing on the blanks. For glue I used Weldbond. I tested the glue to verify it would come apart if soaked in alcohol before mounting the blanks.
I should have scrapped off the excess glue when I mounted them. some of the glue got on the side of the blanks making it harder to carve. I did use a weight on top of the stack to get a good bond.
First results.. not yet finalized. Used a #11 blade knife for most of it. Used a small burr bit by hand for the 4 indentations.
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DavePete reacted to Bedford in Skipjack by michael mott - 1/8th scale - SMALL - 19 foot open launch
Michael, this getting older gig is a pain isn't it.
I'm reminded of Dave Allen who said "I don't mind getting older, when you consider the alternative"
Hope to see you recovered soon.
Steve
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DavePete got a reaction from DmitriyMarkov in Rattlesnake by DmitriyMarkov - Model Shipways - 1:64
looking very good. You have a lot of patience doing all of the tree nails.
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DavePete got a reaction from mtaylor in Allège d’Arles by Javier Baron - FINISHED - 1:200
Very nice. Love the size and the amount of detail you put in it.
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DavePete got a reaction from johnp76 in Allège d’Arles by Javier Baron - FINISHED - 1:200
Very nice. Love the size and the amount of detail you put in it.
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DavePete got a reaction from BobG in The Peterboro Canoe by Duanelaker - FINISHED - Midwest Products - 1:12
Looks very good. You have done a nice job. Small boats have a charm all of their own. Looking forward to seeing the final photos. Your build log makes me think about getting into a project again. Thank you for sharing.
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DavePete got a reaction from Duanelaker in The Peterboro Canoe by Duanelaker - FINISHED - Midwest Products - 1:12
Looks very good. You have done a nice job. Small boats have a charm all of their own. Looking forward to seeing the final photos. Your build log makes me think about getting into a project again. Thank you for sharing.
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DavePete got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Two Edwardian-type launches by captainbob - FINISHED - 1:48 - SMALL
You launches are little gems. Well done.
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DavePete got a reaction from Canute in Two Edwardian-type launches by captainbob - FINISHED - 1:48 - SMALL
You launches are little gems. Well done.
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DavePete got a reaction from mtaylor in Two Edwardian-type launches by captainbob - FINISHED - 1:48 - SMALL
You launches are little gems. Well done.
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DavePete got a reaction from Omega1234 in Two Edwardian-type launches by captainbob - FINISHED - 1:48 - SMALL
You launches are little gems. Well done.
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DavePete got a reaction from src in Dave Pete's carving log
I decided to join in on the carving practice. New skills comes in handy. Picked up two sets of blanks and an NRG membership at the same time. Seemed like a good idea at the time...
I have used a cut yardstick as my mounting blocks. Cheap and easy to cut to size. I sanded off most of the printing before gluing on the blanks. For glue I used Weldbond. I tested the glue to verify it would come apart if soaked in alcohol before mounting the blanks.
I should have scrapped off the excess glue when I mounted them. some of the glue got on the side of the blanks making it harder to carve. I did use a weight on top of the stack to get a good bond.
First results.. not yet finalized. Used a #11 blade knife for most of it. Used a small burr bit by hand for the 4 indentations.
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DavePete got a reaction from Modeler12 in Dave Pete's carving log
I decided to join in on the carving practice. New skills comes in handy. Picked up two sets of blanks and an NRG membership at the same time. Seemed like a good idea at the time...
I have used a cut yardstick as my mounting blocks. Cheap and easy to cut to size. I sanded off most of the printing before gluing on the blanks. For glue I used Weldbond. I tested the glue to verify it would come apart if soaked in alcohol before mounting the blanks.
I should have scrapped off the excess glue when I mounted them. some of the glue got on the side of the blanks making it harder to carve. I did use a weight on top of the stack to get a good bond.
First results.. not yet finalized. Used a #11 blade knife for most of it. Used a small burr bit by hand for the 4 indentations.
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DavePete got a reaction from aviaamator in Dave Pete's carving log
I decided to join in on the carving practice. New skills comes in handy. Picked up two sets of blanks and an NRG membership at the same time. Seemed like a good idea at the time...
I have used a cut yardstick as my mounting blocks. Cheap and easy to cut to size. I sanded off most of the printing before gluing on the blanks. For glue I used Weldbond. I tested the glue to verify it would come apart if soaked in alcohol before mounting the blanks.
I should have scrapped off the excess glue when I mounted them. some of the glue got on the side of the blanks making it harder to carve. I did use a weight on top of the stack to get a good bond.
First results.. not yet finalized. Used a #11 blade knife for most of it. Used a small burr bit by hand for the 4 indentations.
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DavePete got a reaction from cristikc in Dave Pete's carving log
I decided to join in on the carving practice. New skills comes in handy. Picked up two sets of blanks and an NRG membership at the same time. Seemed like a good idea at the time...
I have used a cut yardstick as my mounting blocks. Cheap and easy to cut to size. I sanded off most of the printing before gluing on the blanks. For glue I used Weldbond. I tested the glue to verify it would come apart if soaked in alcohol before mounting the blanks.
I should have scrapped off the excess glue when I mounted them. some of the glue got on the side of the blanks making it harder to carve. I did use a weight on top of the stack to get a good bond.
First results.. not yet finalized. Used a #11 blade knife for most of it. Used a small burr bit by hand for the 4 indentations.
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DavePete got a reaction from Canute in Dave Pete's carving log
I decided to join in on the carving practice. New skills comes in handy. Picked up two sets of blanks and an NRG membership at the same time. Seemed like a good idea at the time...
I have used a cut yardstick as my mounting blocks. Cheap and easy to cut to size. I sanded off most of the printing before gluing on the blanks. For glue I used Weldbond. I tested the glue to verify it would come apart if soaked in alcohol before mounting the blanks.
I should have scrapped off the excess glue when I mounted them. some of the glue got on the side of the blanks making it harder to carve. I did use a weight on top of the stack to get a good bond.
First results.. not yet finalized. Used a #11 blade knife for most of it. Used a small burr bit by hand for the 4 indentations.
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DavePete got a reaction from thibaultron in Dave Pete's carving log
I decided to join in on the carving practice. New skills comes in handy. Picked up two sets of blanks and an NRG membership at the same time. Seemed like a good idea at the time...
I have used a cut yardstick as my mounting blocks. Cheap and easy to cut to size. I sanded off most of the printing before gluing on the blanks. For glue I used Weldbond. I tested the glue to verify it would come apart if soaked in alcohol before mounting the blanks.
I should have scrapped off the excess glue when I mounted them. some of the glue got on the side of the blanks making it harder to carve. I did use a weight on top of the stack to get a good bond.
First results.. not yet finalized. Used a #11 blade knife for most of it. Used a small burr bit by hand for the 4 indentations.
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DavePete got a reaction from dgbot in Dave Pete's carving log
I decided to join in on the carving practice. New skills comes in handy. Picked up two sets of blanks and an NRG membership at the same time. Seemed like a good idea at the time...
I have used a cut yardstick as my mounting blocks. Cheap and easy to cut to size. I sanded off most of the printing before gluing on the blanks. For glue I used Weldbond. I tested the glue to verify it would come apart if soaked in alcohol before mounting the blanks.
I should have scrapped off the excess glue when I mounted them. some of the glue got on the side of the blanks making it harder to carve. I did use a weight on top of the stack to get a good bond.
First results.. not yet finalized. Used a #11 blade knife for most of it. Used a small burr bit by hand for the 4 indentations.
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DavePete got a reaction from mtaylor in Dave Pete's carving log
I decided to join in on the carving practice. New skills comes in handy. Picked up two sets of blanks and an NRG membership at the same time. Seemed like a good idea at the time...
I have used a cut yardstick as my mounting blocks. Cheap and easy to cut to size. I sanded off most of the printing before gluing on the blanks. For glue I used Weldbond. I tested the glue to verify it would come apart if soaked in alcohol before mounting the blanks.
I should have scrapped off the excess glue when I mounted them. some of the glue got on the side of the blanks making it harder to carve. I did use a weight on top of the stack to get a good bond.
First results.. not yet finalized. Used a #11 blade knife for most of it. Used a small burr bit by hand for the 4 indentations.
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DavePete got a reaction from Chuck in Dave Pete's carving log
I decided to join in on the carving practice. New skills comes in handy. Picked up two sets of blanks and an NRG membership at the same time. Seemed like a good idea at the time...
I have used a cut yardstick as my mounting blocks. Cheap and easy to cut to size. I sanded off most of the printing before gluing on the blanks. For glue I used Weldbond. I tested the glue to verify it would come apart if soaked in alcohol before mounting the blanks.
I should have scrapped off the excess glue when I mounted them. some of the glue got on the side of the blanks making it harder to carve. I did use a weight on top of the stack to get a good bond.
First results.. not yet finalized. Used a #11 blade knife for most of it. Used a small burr bit by hand for the 4 indentations.
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DavePete got a reaction from Jack12477 in Dave Pete's carving log
I decided to join in on the carving practice. New skills comes in handy. Picked up two sets of blanks and an NRG membership at the same time. Seemed like a good idea at the time...
I have used a cut yardstick as my mounting blocks. Cheap and easy to cut to size. I sanded off most of the printing before gluing on the blanks. For glue I used Weldbond. I tested the glue to verify it would come apart if soaked in alcohol before mounting the blanks.
I should have scrapped off the excess glue when I mounted them. some of the glue got on the side of the blanks making it harder to carve. I did use a weight on top of the stack to get a good bond.
First results.. not yet finalized. Used a #11 blade knife for most of it. Used a small burr bit by hand for the 4 indentations.
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DavePete got a reaction from WackoWolf in WDButler carvings
Very well done.
How do you hold the pieces to carve them?
How about holding the blade? in a knife or just with your fingers?
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DavePete got a reaction from thibaultron in WDButler carvings
Very well done.
How do you hold the pieces to carve them?
How about holding the blade? in a knife or just with your fingers?
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DavePete got a reaction from Canute in WDButler carvings
Very well done.
How do you hold the pieces to carve them?
How about holding the blade? in a knife or just with your fingers?
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DavePete got a reaction from G.L. in Some criteria for starting a new group project
Looks like the topic has cooled off a bit so let throw some coal on the fire. With the summer coming to a close now is a good time to consider it. A carving "build' holds some interest for me as it would stretch my skill. One for just a deck section with some masts and rigging would do well also.
I agree with TLAVINE mentioned earlier that large projects are problematic for previous reasons mentioned and a smaller 'build' might be a better fit. A small build project sounds like a shorter term obligation than a long term one. It is certainly a better fit into my current life.
So with fall and winter ( northern hemisphere ) model building season beginning any other thoughts or interest out there?
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