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  1. hof00
    Hi Chap, Just a thought about the Bulwark height, you need to factor in the Rail on top of the Bulwarks as well, the plans should reflect total height of these if you get my drift. Cheers....HOF.
  2. hof00
    Hi Chap, You have been busy!! 🙂 Looking good. Filler: You could touch up a little where planking stands "Proud" and gently sand, or not, up to you. The first cover should be nice and as smooth as possible, it's the Base for the thin stuff.... Just be careful not to sand the first cover too thin!! Bulwarks: Look really good, pretty much how fussy you want to be getting correct height. (I probably would, (I'm a fussy bugger.), but up to you.) You may like to consider if this height, or lack thereof, may be a problem further down the track. 2- 3 mm strip of wood fixed with CA would probably do the trick. Have a think about how you will achieve first. 2nd cover: Yup, plank the Bulwarks.... This will fair planking overall. (I think the newer version of this kit varies in this respect, at least what I have seen thus far.) Again, my two cents worth.... 😀 Cheers....HOF.
  3. hof00
    On Ya Chap!! 🙂 I agree wholeheartedly with your comment, basically picking up someone else's work and fixing. (An example, my A?L Sanson, I'm still working on this now and again.... To cut a long story short, I was very unhappy with my work so decided to pull apart and try to fix all the errors. (In this case, my work at fault.) Anyway, I wish the best for your work going forward. (I'll be watching with interest. 🙂) Remember, take your time, dry fit, etc. Cheers.... HOF. (Harry.)
  4. hof00
    Hi Chap, Things seem to be progressing....🙂 Have a look at your plans to confirm Bulwark orientation, ie lining things up. The Step in Bulwarks in relation to the Step in the Deck, etc. Plans will also show how far forward the front of the Bulwarks are from the apex of the Hull. (From the first photo, the Bulwarks look very far forward of the Bow apex. The step in the Bulwarks should also assist in orientation. Can't really tell.... your measurements should confirm things.) You may still need to adjust the apex Bow Bulwarks. (Sanding?) Anyway, just my humble opinion from what I can see from your photos. Cheers....HOF. Cheers....HOF.
  5. hof00
    Nice!! Good on you chap!! Skylights/Hatch's look great. (Nice detail.) Cheers....HOF.
  6. hof00
    Hi Chap, I'm pleased that the photos assisted. You are very welcome. (I have more if required.) As I stated previously, I'll follow your build with interest. Give me a shout if you think that I can help at any stage. Take you time, consider future steps, test fit lots and plan ahead. (Just a PS with the Bulwark stuff, you my wish to slightly bevel the inside edge of each Bulwark where the Bulwarks join at the Bow. this should give a nice pointy bit at the Bow when they are mated.... Anyway, I'm not going to teach you how to suck eggs, so to speak.... 🙂) Enjoy!! Cheers....HOF.
  7. hof00
    Hi Chap, Sorry, I was incorrect as to the Bow Bulwarks, It's been a few years since I constructed this.... The Bulwarks do meet at a point as can be seen as per attached photos. I guess that you may not have enough length perhaps on your Bow Bulwarks. If that's the case, you'd need to add some material. (Small bit of scrap wood glued/sanded to form a pointy bit.) ( note that the Bulwarks from your photos are pinned. Can they be removed and re-positioned to meet in a point? They should be flush also with the planking.) Yup, the Keel components are affixed direct to the False Keel. Pin and glue them with Cocktail sticks or smilar. Have a look-see at he photos and drop me a line if you have any queries. John Earls practicum is invaluable!! 🙂 Cheers....HOF. Photos....
  8. hof00
    Hi and welcome to MSW!! Looks good to me for a start. I bought this particular version of BN II off E-Bay a few years ago, was my first serious attempt at a ship model and came out o.k. in the end. (From memory, it was something like 10 months build time. (Mainly weekends.)) Double planking will help the finish heaps and makes an excellent base for paint, (Once sealed.), if that's where you're going to go. A bit of wood filler on the first layer of planking and some judicial sanding will help tidy up the Hull, looks like all this will need. A very fine sand on the Deck and clear satin polyurethane will finish and protect also. Looks like the False Keel needs to be attached and will assist in firming up the Bow Bulwarks. Anyway, take your time and contemplate the steps necessary before diving in!! 🙂 (My two cents worth.... 🙂) I'll follow you progress with interest. Cheers....HOF.
  9. hof00
    Nice progress!! (Brings back happy memories.... 🙂) Cheers....HOF.
  10. hof00
    Nice Deck Sir!! (Love the "Joggles.") Cheers....HOF.
  11. hof00
    Me too!! Cheers....HOF.
  12. hof00
    Hi Chap, Thumbs up for "Caroline!" Beautiful Build!! Have read review or two.... 🙂(Inc. "Period Ship Models.") You are doing some her some real justice regarding this subject. (I'm a bit of a fan regarding "Mantua/Sergal" offerings. (Even though mine was the Cutty Sark....:-) (Loved the component fit.) Cheers....HOF. (Ps: Nice "Come to daddy" quote/picture..... How big is your abode? 🙂 )
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    Hi, Could I please respectfully reply to this thread? Yup, an Awesome release.... I have the "Hatchette/Partworks" 1/200 version purchased a few years ago. Looks like quite a bit of an upgrade. Costs for mine were something like the following: 1st issue: $16.00 Subsequent issues: $30.00 (X 140 Issues) Something like that anyway.... Built the basic hull thus far and some superstructure. (- the RC) I can take a few photos if requested. and post here if James is o.k. with that. Regards....HOF.
  14. hof00
    Awesome work!! Quick question, what adhesive did you use for the Stainless around the Funnel? Cheers....HOF.
  15. hof00
    Nice!!
  16. hof00
    Good evening Sir, I am in awe at the detail, attention to detail and the execution!! Cheers and Regards, HOF.
  17. hof00
    Absolutely Awesome!! I think that this could be interpreted as a "Master Class." (Am I wrong?) Cheers....HOF.
  18. hof00
    Thanks Chap, Tried Acorn Models, no joy, finally Hobby World, Auckland.... We'll see how it pans out, was hoping that others, (Inc yourself ? 🙂 ) could offer some experience/advice. I guess I'll find out in the next couple of days. 🙂 Good to see a NZ Presence!! Cheers....HOF.
  19. hof00
    Hi All Looking in to the PE adhesive thing.... Alternatives to CA when attaching PE. Could not find Gator Grip anywhere in New Zealand but did find "Ammo Ultra Glue." It's acrylic and supposedly perfect for PE. I have ordered a couple of these, righty or wrongly.... Any experience or comments?
  20. hof00
    Nice start Sir!! Brings back some fond memories. Will follow your progress with interest. Cheers....HOF.
  21. hof00
    Hi Chap, Is that similar to EZline? (I recently got some of EZline from the States, (After a wait of a few months 🙂 ), makes me wonder if I have chosen the incorrect thickness. The thought is that I'd use eventually use on the 1/200 Trumpeter Bismarck. From memory, EZ line size is 0.1 and 0.2) Cheers....HOF.
  22. hof00
    Looks awesome!! What medium will you use for the Rigging? Cheers....HOF.
  23. hof00
    Awesome! Just lurking in the shadows of MSW.... 🙂 Just a question, not too much "Sweat" but does the detail extend to Turret "Blast Bags" with the kit? Railings/Ladders/Etc? (Interested but way out of my budget in New Zealand.) (Got the Trumpeter 1/200 version and Amati 1/200, (Part works), not to mention 1/350 Tamiya....) (I guess I'm a Bismarck Nut.... One day.... 🙂) Following with interest. .. I am sure your son will love the experience. 🙂 Cheers and Regards, Harry. (HOF00)
  24. hof00
    Hi Chap, Very nice build!! I'm hooked also, I think it's partly due to the scent of the A/L new kit wood.... 🙂 Wot's next? Cheers....HOF.
  25. hof00
    Hi Chap, Awesome build.... 😀 I am in awe.... (Do you use a "Loupe?") Cheers....HOF.

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