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    I go to Jo-Anns or some other Fabric/Arts & Crafts store and get Beading Needles - the kind use to string beads - they are flexible metal wire with a loop in one end that collapses as you pull the thread (line) through the whole in the deadeye or block. The come in packs of 8-10 and are relatively inexpensive and last for quite a while.
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    Mike When we opened the restored 1869 Saugerties Lighthouse back in 1990 we had, on loan from the Elco Electric Launch Co, an Elco electric launch very similar to the one in your photos above that ferried visitors to and from our Lighthouse during that summer/fall season. Elco as you will recall is the company that built the WWII PT boats, amongst other Yachts. The company is still in existence about 25-30 miles north of me in Athens NY. The photo below is one of their electric launches, similar to the one they loaned us. Looking forward to seeing your completed model.
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    Chuck, what thickness of brass do you recommend using to create the shaper ?
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    Mike Were you able to get the results you wanted with this bit? Jack
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    Mike, That's the one. There's also a narrower version of that bit, 1/8" , depending on how wide you want the lap. Have fun ! Glad I could help. Yes, sometimes the CS folks can be a little clueless. Jack
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    Mike Couldn't view the video - guess it's for subscribers only. To answer your original question about half lap joints - yes, I believe you could use the Dremel Shaper table with either the #650 1/8 " or #654 1/4 " straight bits to achieve a half lap. Dremel's website shows this result for these two bits. So if you move the bit over to the side more it should result in a half lap joint. From my experience just playing with the Shaper table you will definitely need two feather boards - one to as a hold-down and one to hold it against the cutter. But as Mike Mott points out, this is probably a lot of setup for just a couple pieces. If you are doing many pieces it will probably be less time comsuming. Jack Update: I just checked a little further on Dremel's website and found this picture associated with the #654 1/4" straight bit which is, I think, exactly what you want to do.
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    Mark Yes, I knew about them but I checked Micro-Mark's latest catalog. Those washers are only for #80463 Original Table Saw. And they only work with their 80 tooth blade. Their website says the Original Table Saw is "out-of-stock, discontinued, no longer available". They only offer their new Microlux Digital Saw #85870. It's unclear from their catalog whether those washers will work with the new saw. The only accessory listed that has an option for both Original and Digital saw is the Sliding Table for Crosscuts. All the other accessories are "only for Original Table Saw #80463". Yes, slow, multiple passes will work. It works on 1:1 table saws I still think the Dremel jig will work; it's just a case of figuring out how to rig it and making a feather board to keep the wood aligned to the fence. Jack
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    Rich If you care to give your hammocks a more authentic ship's aroma, try soaking them in Hu-Kwa tea - a Formosan Lapsang Souchong Tea. "HU-KWA tea gains its distinctive flavor and smoky tang from the burning pine wood over which it is fired during the final drying process of the tea leaf." A friend of mine and fellow modeller drinks only tea and calls Hu-Kwa the "Stockholm Tar tea" because of the aroma it produces during brewing. (did I hear "creosote"? :D ) It's one of his preferred teas I've been thinking of trying on my rigging line to see what results I get (both color and aroma) By the way, it's pretty tasty also. Jack
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    Mike Dremel makes a bit to cut a square bottom slot/dado - comes in two sizes.The bit is included in their "router" multi-bit package (U-veiner, Chamfer, Round-over, Cove, and two straight bits - if I recall correctly). I have not tried this yet but I'm thinking that if you use the wider of the two bits and adjust the fence on your Dremel jig just right, you could get the same results as using a true rabbetting bit. (Too bad they don't carry one - I seem to recall they had one way back when - like their table top bench vise which you can no longer find.). I don't know of any table saw maker that makes a scale dado set, which is really what we need for these many miniature tables saws (e.g Byrnes - which I agree is a wee bit outside my budget) Try experimenting with your current Dremel jig. My workshop is under going some need reorganization and clean-up right now or I would try playing with mine. Jack
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    Mike Just found your post. Re: the Dremel router jig you have. Try getting a rabbett bit for the router. Dremel makes a variety of "woodworking" bits individually and packaged. I have a selection. They do work, but you need to practice on scrape to get the right layout. I have the same jig you displayed. Have't done any rabbet cuts but have done some round over cuts. Jack
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    Mark, Thanks for the lead. I've been looking for this website for a week now after I say the server on Gil Middleton's build log. Jack
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    :D Gil, if by that you mean number of completed kits!?! Yes, I have a lot of practice making a lot of mistakes. None of my finished models holds a candle to your in-progress Victory. Planking and rigging are my weak points and I have been paying close attention to your methodology as I hope it will help me improve my own. Your skills are impressive. Thanks for the compliment tho. Hope you enjoyed your cruise. Jack
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    I'll add my Thank You as well. Nice tutorial, Mike Jack
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    Thanks everyone for the updates and sources. I'll check them out. Jack
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    Russ, Ulises Thanks. I'll check them out Jack
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    I just tried to order Blacken-It from MicroMark and even though it is listed in their most recent catalog their online ordering system says it is "out of stock, discontinued, no longer available". Anyone else encounter this? Anyone know of an alternate source? Jack
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    Steve, Mark I just bought one this summer from MM on sale for less than $80 (US) based on the recommendations of many on these forums. Steve you can also use the "nail file" emery sticks you can get in an drug store or grocery - they have a different grit on each side. Have used them for over a year and they work fine. Seem to last quite a while as well. Jack
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    Rich Nice job on the hammocks. Really adds to the model. I have the USS Constellation by AL yet to build; I think I will follow your lead and add them to mine as well. Thanks for the inspiration. Your model is very impressive Jack
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    I found the "emery" sticks you can purchase in the cosmetics dept of most drug stores and/or grocery stores to be equally useful as sanding sticks. The usually come in packages of 8-10 sticks. Jack
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    Verlinden is another source for figures and accessories - I used them for WWII battle dioramas but they can be bashed into anything. Here's their link https://www.verlindenonline.com/ Jack
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    Hi Buck Just discovered your build log. This model was my 1st also albeit some 20 years ago. Didn't come out as nice as yours tho. Been enjoying your build. Good luck with the new house. I have a sister who lives in Colorado also ; they live in Lakewood, used to live in Arvada until a "prairie fire" started by some kids burned them out of their house. I was out there in 1977 with the family - toured the whole area - rode the Denver Rio Grande & Western out of Durango to Silverton. Great times. Your workmanship is inspiring. I especially like the effect of the French polishing. Jack
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    Jason Tower Hobbies has an Latina 1/41 1819 Virginia American Schooner with sails for 89.99 USD. I bought and built that exact kit from them several years ago. It's a nice kit. Double planked in a mahogany veneer. Looks nice. Fairly easy build. Jack
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    Mark, Jason Tower Hobbies does carry a large assortment of Artesania Latina line and blocks. I bought a supply about 2 months ago; delivery was less than a week. I've had good luck with them. They also carry the AL boat kits as well. Sorry for the late post, I just found your build log. Jack "No one is as smart as all of us" --------------------------------------------- Completed solo-builds: AL Swift , AL Armed Virginia Sloop, AL Santisima Trinidad Captain's Launch, AL Morgan Whaleboat, Dumas 3/8"=1' Scale model of 41 ft USCG Utility Boat Completed co-builds: MS Phantom, MS Sultana, MS Morgan, MS Niagara, Amati Lady Nelson, AL Swift (2nd time) In dry-dock for solo-builds: AL 1798 US Constellation, AL Marie Jeanne, MS Willie Bennett, MS Picket Boat, Dumas Donzi Z65 Tournament Fisherman (R/C)
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    Thanks Augie ! No specific question, was just trying to see how others do their planking. I've been mostly reading and observing various modelers techniques looking for easier ways of doing things, before I start my next project. If I do hit upon a problem I will definitely stop by and ask for advise. Jack "No one is as smart as all of us" --------------------------------------------- Completed solo-builds: AL Swift , AL Armed Virginia Sloop, AL Santisima Trinidad Captain's Launch, AL Morgan Whaleboat, Dumas 3/8"=1' Scale model of 41 ft USCG Utility Boat Completed co-builds: MS Phantom, MS Sultana, MS Morgan, MS Niagara, Amati Lady Nelson, AL Swift (2nd time) In dry-dock for solo-builds: AL 1798 US Constellation, AL Marie Jeanne, MS Willie Bennett, MS Picket Boat, Dumas Donzi Z65 Tournament Fisherman (R/C)
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    Auggie I'm new to MSW but not the hobby of model ship building; spent the last several months reading a number of build logs including yours. Magnificent workmanship on your model! Thanks for the info on the Micromark mini sander, I get their catalog regularly and have been debating whether that sander was worth the investment; your demonstration convinced me to order it, should be here tomorrow. Your discussion, I think back on page 54, on plank bending is very interesting to me since it is one area I struggle with; however none of your pictures will display. Can this be fixed ? I will be following your build with great interest. Thanks Jack "No one is as smart as all of us" --------------------------------------------- Completed solo-builds: AL Swift , AL Armed Virginia Sloop, AL Santisima Trinidad Captain's Launch, AL Morgan Whaleboat, Dumas 3/8"=1' Scale model of 41 ft USCG Utility Boat Completed co-builds: MS Phantom, MS Sultana, MS Morgan, MS Niagara, Amati Lady Nelson, AL Swift (2nd time) In dry-dock for solo-builds: AL 1798 US Constellation, AL Marie Jeanne, MS Willie Bennett, MS Picket Boat, Dumas Donzi Z65 Tournament Fisherman (R/C)

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