BobG

Slow but sure, Rich. Nothing wrong with that. Looking good!

I've had this model on the shelf for a few years. I've always thought she has some of the most gorgeous lines I've ever seen. I'll will definitely get around to building it some day!

Are those the Erycina and Nisha or some new models yet to come?

I just came across your build log, Harry. This should be an interesting build and big to say the least! Hope you make a swift recovery from your surgery. I look forward to following your build. Good luck!

1 hour ago, travis said:

Thanks Bob.  Now in need to figure out blocks.  With my mods I now need twice as many of each block type from what AL gave me.  Would like to fabricate my.own but will be very slow and the wood I have might not be dense enough.

I've used blocks from Syren Shipmodeling Co  before and they are excellent.

Wow...the sanding block lying on the hull really shows just how big this model is. That's a whole lot of fairing to do!

She looks gorgeous, Jason! It looks like you've got a nice friend lying on the couch to keep you company too. 

Very nice work on those masts, Travis.

I just looked over your log again, Ben. Absolutely fantastic craftsmanship. So clean, crisp and precise!

Welcome to the forum, Jorge. The Sagres looks like a very cool vessel. Please post some photos of your finished model in the gallery. She would be great to see. Also, go ahead an start a build log of your L'Ambitieux. I'm sure their are members who would like to see it get built. Good luck!

She really looking good, Lester. Nice work!

3 hours ago, chris watton said:

Cheers! Nisha and Erycina are kits 8&9, with 10 coming not too long after. 11 or 12 will be a very large one for next year - too large for laser engraved decks, so more 'Old School'..

Oh...now you're teasing us! Any hints about what's to come?

Gosh, Glenn, she looks pretty darn good after all. Your next version of the Sphinx should be spectacular. Good luck. I'll be following along on that build as well.

That's a great looking model!

Very nice work, Cisco! Making those curved sanding sticks is a great idea too.

Beautiful workspace, Glenn. No way could I ever be that tidy and organized...much to my wife's chagrin! I'm really looking forward to watching you build this big beauty.

On 11/11/2021 at 9:34 AM, Moonbug said:

 My supplies from a jewelry supply place came in

Nice job with the silver soldering! Where did you buy your supplies?

59 minutes ago, EricWilliamMarshall said:

I’m curious - let us know when you get back to the shop!

Yes, we haven't seen you around the forum lately, David. I hope all is well and we'll see you posting soon!

3 hours ago, glbarlow said:

It’s so nice to see Vanguard providing such detailed quality models.

Glenn, even though fishing vessels don't seem to be your cup of tea, you could consider adding one of these models to your queue as a small side project while you are working on the Winnie. A little variety and change of scenery might add to the fun...

I was looking at my Medway Longboat today and I couldn't remember how I did several things on it. Oh well, it looks like I may not be the only one this happens to!

Absolutely gorgeous, Glenn! I'd love to see you continue with the rigging but I'm will be excited to watch you build the Winnie too. Please don't leave the Flirt on the shelf too long, I'm sure I'll need all the help I can get when I build mine!

Gorgeous boats!

These are wonderful additions to the Vanguard line of models! It's so nice to see some new models of these types of hard working vessels. They are too often overlooked in favor of the more elaborate and popular warships. Keep'em coming!

11 minutes ago, catopower said:

which is why I dye the wood.

What kind of dyes do you use, Clare, and how do you do it?

I'm glad to see that you are still working on this wonderful model. I love the colors of the hull that you chose. She's going to be a beautiful model when you're finished!

I watched a video about working with photo etch and the reviewer used the Tamiya Diamond file to clean up the photo etch after cutting it out and he recommended it. I don't have any diamond files since I'm working with wood 90% of the time. Anyone using diamond files?

https://www.amazon.com/Tamiya-Diamond-Photo-Etched-Parts/dp/B000E7ONQQ/ref=pd_ybh_a_4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=6A0MX74A51P7BF0HQXMR