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  1. BobG
    I thought that the Tung Oil needs to be able to penetrate the wood. How does it do that if the wood is sealed? Is the Tung Oil more like a polish and does not need to penetrate the wood?
  2. BobG
    I noticed that you covered the deck planks with thin CA and then sanded the deck. After that you applied Tung Oil to the deck. Why do you use thin CA on the deck and then sand it? Doesn't the CA seal the wood and prevent the Tung Oil from penetrating the wood?
  3. BobG
    I have this model on the shelf and I was thinking of selling it. After seeing your beautiful model, I think maybe I should keep it and build it someday. I love the bright colors.
  4. BobG
    Check out this thread. This modeler just got plans from them.
  5. BobG
    Some modelers have gotten plans from Midwest recently after contacting them. Even though they don't make kits anymore they have seem to still have copies of their kit plans and instructions. Here's their contact information from their website (midwestproducts.com): Midwest Products Email: info@midwestproducts.com Phone: 1-219-942-1134 Toll-Free: 1-800-348-3497 Fax: 219-947-2347 Address: 400 S Indiana St. Hobart, IN 46342
  6. BobG
    I just found your build, Pete, and it is stunning! Beautiful work in every way. I'm following along now.
  7. BobG
    Beautiful, Bob!
  8. BobG
    I love that big plan that you have of the Muirneag. Where were you able to buy it? Also, just out of curisosity, is Muirneag pronounced just as it is spelled?
  9. BobG
    I really looking forward to seeing you build this model. Those models in the links you provided are stunning.
  10. BobG
    I'll be following along. I have the Master Shipwright Version as well and it will be my next build after I finish the Pen Duick.
  11. BobG
    Fantastic! Can't wait!
  12. BobG
    James, will you be doing a build log of this ship here on MSW at some point in the future? I hope so. It's an exciting new model!
  13. BobG
    Yikes...that would put a scare into me!
  14. BobG
    This is essentially how did my flag on the Medway Longboat as well. I must have sprayed it 5 or 6 times to wet it again until I got a shape I was happy with. I used a variety of various width dowels to help me shape the flag. The only obstacle for me was that my fingers would get sticky from the artist fixative and that made it tedious trying not to ruin the shape when they would get stuck to the flag. I had to use a very light touch. I was just looking at an old MSW thread on miniature flags the other day. There seem to be several sources for flags made of fabric for modelers. I think that would be the way to go if you can find the flag and size you need. They should hang naturally if they are made of a thin, soft material.
  15. BobG
    I just discovered your excellent review of this book, Mark. You did a wonderful job. So much so that I'm going to order it right now! Thanks again.
  16. BobG
    My Flirt arrived today and it is impressive in every way: great materials and fantastic instructions and plans. I really like it that, instead of having a couple of huge plans like most kits have, Chris includes a whole bunch of small plans that are so much more manageable and easy to find what you are looking for. I'll be in the front row following your build. She's a beauty. Good luck, Sjors!
  17. BobG
    I know exactly what you mean. After I finished the Medway Longboat I began building the Pen Duick by AL and, although I love this sailboat and its history, it pales in comparison to the quality of the longboat. I spend more time grappling to make sense of the instructions and plans than actually building the boat. Like you, I now am questioning whether or not it's worth it to build some of the other ships in my stash. So now I'm thinking that I should just sell some of them.
  18. BobG
    Thanks, Chris. That's what I was thinking. I couldn't tell from the photos whether or not he had left any openings on the port side to be able to view the interior. I wasn't sure why you would add so many nice details inside the hull if you were then going to cover them up. It seems to be a very nice model.
  19. BobG
    Hey Harry, I haven't had any time to look closer at the plans in the last few days. I hope to spend some time on it tomorrow and, yes, your photos are always helpful and appreciated. All the best,
  20. BobG
    Thanks, Joe. It's slow going right now because the rigging instructions are useless. I love the boat and its history so I'm determined to figure things out and complete the model.
  21. BobG
    I'm not sure that I'm understanding. The deck of the Le Coureur is open on the port side so we can see down into the hull but the sides of the hull are not open. Is this correct?
  22. BobG
    Thanks, Bob. Speaking of mistakes, I ended up painting the Pen Duick hull 3 times until I got it right. I was learning to use an airbrush and, although the first paint job was great, I messed up the clear coat. So I ended up sanding and repainting more than I would have liked. I'm now slowed to a snail's pace as I try to make sense of the practically useless instructions and plans for the rigging...and so it goes in model ship building...
  23. BobG
    First of all, you are doing a great job considering this is your first build. This is not a beginner model; it's actually quite complex and you will undoubtedly learn a ton as you continue to build it. Most of us are our own worst critics and we see our mistakes much more clearly than anyone else. My wife has often told me, "Nobody would ever notice that but you." Keep plugging away on your model, look a few steps ahead so you can clearly see where you are going and how to get there and ask questions when you are confused or uncertain. It's only wood and the the majority of errors can be corrected or, at least, masked enough that only you will notice. In the end, when you have the all the rigging up and the grapnels and the oars are finished, there will be so many interesting things to look at that you won't even notice your errors so much yourself. My boat isn't perfect but, when I look at it now, I nearly have to pinch myself to remind me that I really did make that beautiful model! You're well on your way. Good luck!
  24. BobG
    The many details you have added to the interior of the ship are fantastic. From the photos, it looks like some of the deck planks on the port side are left off so you can see down into the ship and see the barrels and boxes etc. Is any of the planking on the port side left open also so you can see the interior from the port side? Thanks.
  25. BobG
    That's and interesting looking book.

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