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  1. BobG
    Outstanding model, vaddoc! Congratulations on completing this lengthy and interesting model.
  2. BobG
    Congratulations, Grant. Your models deserve to given awards since they comprise some of the most beautiful and interesting builds posted here on MSW.
  3. BobG
    Wonderful job of planking, Harry, she looks great!
  4. BobG
    Congratulations BE! The way that you decided to display your Medway is fantastic. I love it! I look forward to seeing what you decide to build next after your respite (hopefully a brief respite!).
  5. BobG
    Good to see back building again. Regarding your sensitivity to CA glue, Bob Smith Industries makes an odorless form of CA glue called Super Gold+ Odorless that you could try that might help.
  6. BobG
    Oh gosh, Grant, I'm so sorry to hear about all this personal turmoil. I know it must be emotionally draining trying to manage all of these unexpected and sudden changes in your life. I'm glad to hear that riding your bike provides a quiet space for you and an opportunity to connect with others. So many people become isolated and withdrawn at times like this. All the best to you at this difficult time in your life, Grant.
  7. BobG
    Very nicely done, BE. I remember that step being tricky to get just right as well.
  8. BobG
    Nice job, Harry!
  9. BobG
    Not only is your model simply stunning but remarkable as well given that it was only your second model ship build. Wow! I couldn't help notice the high end stereo equipment in the photos as well....speakers, amps, turntable. I'd love to know what your set up is.
  10. BobG
    WOW! Now that's a jaw-dropping model and display! Congratulations!
  11. BobG
    That's a wonderful looking half hull model. I didn't know it even existed.
  12. BobG
    Nice job getting those notches done, BE. That was a tricky step for me as well.
  13. BobG
    Beautiful hull, Jay! Nice work.
  14. BobG
    Exceptionally fine work as always, Bug! That's a very nice looking, small lathe you used to help shape the yards. Please tell us about it.
  15. BobG
    It's good to see you're still working on your QAB and enjoying it, Mike. I love this model and would like to build it someday but it's been unavailable on the Syren website for a long time now.
  16. BobG
    She's an incredibly impressive model, James! I'm happy to hear that you persevered through long Covid. That's scary stuff!
  17. BobG
    I remember wrestling with the 1/16 broad planks in order to get them to lie nicely on the frames. I just figured that it was due to my inexperience with bending planks. I finally got them to lay nicely on the frames but it took me much longer than I expected. This is the first time I've heard about the option of using two 1/32" planks laid on top of one another.
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    I share your fondness for the smaller working boats as well, Jay, so I'll be following along with great interest. As you mentioned, kits of these boats are, by and large, underrepresented compared to the large, complex and spectacularly ornate warships that are so popular with modelers. These working boats have such a rich and varied history dating all the way back to the time that man first began going to sea to fish, transport goods and explore. I also find the wide variation of hull styles, sails and colorful paint, that is often unique to the countries of origin, to be fascinating.
  19. BobG
    She looks great, Greg! I love the sleek, fast looking hull of these ships.
  20. BobG
    What did you decide on the butt shift pattern for the deck planking?
  21. BobG
    I'm still not sure how to properly fair the bulkheads. I take my time and keep checking with a batten but I always end up with some problems once I start planking especially on the bulkheads near the bow. Good luck, Harry!
  22. BobG
    Hello Harry, I just found your build log and I'm looking forward to following along. I love these clipper ships with their sleek lines. Good luck on the build. I'm sure you'll create a fine model.
  23. BobG
    Chris, I'm curious to know if you have done anything different in designing the ply pattern on this model than on some of your previous models so that this ply pattern fits so well without any waviness or crinkles?
  24. BobG
    Wow, Grant, how frustrating that this steam engine is having so many problems! I'm sure it was not inexpensive either from what I've seen about these steam engines. The quality control problems that you've had should have been caught in the final testing before the company gave it a stamp of approval. I think they should be willing to give you a replacement given the issues you've encountered.
  25. BobG
    This is a beautiful and most impressive model in every way! Congratulations, BE!

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