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  1. ccoyle
    +1 What Andy said.
  2. ccoyle
    This is why I build waterline models. Seriously, though, I'm crossing my fingers for you. Maybe I'll even have a crack at a full hull myself some day.
  3. ccoyle
    Check this thread for additional discussion on this topic.
  4. ccoyle
    Welcome! Try the search feature to search the kit build logs. There are at least ten build logs for Virginia, including several finished ones. You should be able to find what you're looking for. Good luck!
  5. ccoyle
    Pete, what a gem!
  6. ccoyle
    Just to clarify your question, kuya, are you trying to mimic the finish on actual vessels? If so, what era and type of vessel?
  7. ccoyle
    I think Convulsion would be a fine choice as a second model. The only thing to be forewarned about is that it is one of Caldercraft's early releases; those kits were rather skimpy on the instructions. But with your prior experience, you should be okay.
  8. ccoyle
    Rob, Check out the NRG article here. Also, see the cautionary tale here. Also #2, use the advanced search feature and the keywords "first build finished" to search the kit build logs for kits that were successfully completed by beginners. These resources will give you a fair idea of what is manageable for a first-time builder. Regards,
  9. ccoyle
    Let's start by asking what, in particular, about these two kits appeals to you? P.S. Don't post the same topic in different forums.
  10. ccoyle
    Bill, that sounds like you got scammed. Shipyard kits are printed on A3 paper, a European format that measures 11.7 x 16.5 inches. Any seller in China should set off many blaring alarm bells!
  11. ccoyle
    Clare, I've been out of action for a while due to job change and moving into an apartment without room for modeling. All my supplies are currently in storage. It'll be some time before I have a model of any kind on the ways.
  12. ccoyle
    I'm actually very excited that we have both this build and Slog's build of Borodino going on concurrently, as it gives our membership a great glimpse at what is possible in card. Fantastic work so far, Clare!
  13. ccoyle
    Slog, I have used contact cement with some success (I mentioned it in the V108 tutorial), but like you said, it is pretty much a one-chance deal. I like it for mating large surfaces together, but I haven't tried it on anything quite so large as your model.
  14. ccoyle
    The reason why his inbox is full is because he hasn't logged in for 18 months. For the present time, MSW is not the best means for trying to contact him.
  15. ccoyle
    Outstanding! Score another one for card modeling!
  16. ccoyle
    Yes, no problem. The sealer is not fool-proof, either -- it just makes little boo-boos easier to clean up.
  17. ccoyle
    Slog, I use Krylon Matte Clear spray to prep my parts sheets. I don't find that it affects the workability of the paper at all. I use about three light coats. Your tubes came out very nice -- long tubes are definitely one of the harder card tasks.
  18. ccoyle
    I just want to echo what Slog said about trying to emulate Doris -- she's like the top 1% of the 1% of card modelers, and she has a ton of experience. The same advice about starting simple goes for card same as for wood, perhaps more so. Fortunately there exits a large number of interesting models available that are well-suited to novice card modelers.
  19. ccoyle
    Andrew, I don't think they're the same thing. You can see a brief description of drafting linen here. It is presently very hard to come by. I have a small stash myself. It has to be prepared in the manner previously described -- kind of labor intensive. The sails on my HMC Sherbourne in the gallery are made from it.
  20. ccoyle
    The best way I have found to find suitable sail material is to go to a fabric store, like Jo-Ann's, and look through the remnant bins for the cloth with the finest weave you can find. You should be able to find very inexpensive bolt end-remnants with enough material to do several models. They'll certainly have stuff that is better than the standard-issue kit material.
  21. ccoyle
    Nope. Go right ahead.
  22. ccoyle
    Glenn, we also had a software glitch just over a year ago that affected some photos -- some lost, some not. There's nothing for it but to re-upload. I had to do a bunch myself.
  23. ccoyle
    Sorry to hear about your injury, but glad to see you are back on the horse. And congrats on the new little one as well!
  24. ccoyle
    Doesn't hurt to ask them. Worst case scenario is you have to buy another kit somewhere, either from ME or on eBay, and it's a pretty small outlay of additional capital.
  25. ccoyle
    I like the tab-and-slot concept. HMV, of course, don't subscribe to that particular design philosophy; it eliminates the need for buying the extra laser-cut set (or cutting the formers from heavy card -- ugh), but it means that there is more capacity for error when putting one of their hulls together. A good substructure can make or break a build!

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