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  1.    mtaylor reacted to a post in a topic: HMS Sherborne - Caldercraft vs Vanguard
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  4. bigcreekdad
    I'm late to this conversation, but my first build was Caldercraft's Sherbourne. I was quite please with the build, even though the instructions are nowhere near Vangaurd's. As I posted on another thread, I find Vanguard's parts to be too small for my old eyes.
  5. bigcreekdad
    I think Vanguard models are of very nice quality and instructions. However, unless you get their larger (and more expensive) kits you are dealing with very small parts. I'm just not crazy about these, especially the etched brass fittings.
  6. bigcreekdad
    Written plans call for 2 parts #47 near the companionway. However, in none of the pics, or plans does it show these pieces actually installed. Any help?
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    I'm building the Erycina. The directions say to prime, then paint the brass fittings. Does anyone do this? If so, what do you prime with? Thanks
  9. bigcreekdad
    Very nice work! While I am in the middle of a smaller kit right now, you have inspired me to go back to my uncompleted Cheerful. I stopped when I just could not get a decent drop plank cut. It always ticks me off when I look at her. I'm not usually a quitter, but this somehow frustrated me greatly. Glad I didn't sell my Jim saw and thickness sander yet.
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  14. bigcreekdad
    Great info! Thanks Kurt.
  15. bigcreekdad
    Kurt....are there any build logs or pictures of these kits? Thanks/John
  16. bigcreekdad
    Not looking for freighters, but any other type of work vessel, fishing vessel, or fighting ship. Aside from the Niagra, does anyone know of any others?
  17. bigcreekdad
    My first build was Caldercraft's Sherbourne. I might build Chris' version. I like cutters/
  18. bigcreekdad
    If I sell them, I really don't want to ship. if possible. Have a few past bad experiences with heavy mechanical/electronics stuff. 'd be willing to drive a radius of 100 mikes from Toledo, Ohio to meet a buyer.
  19. bigcreekdad
    Wow..I am unlikely to try another scratch build and was thinking of selling my Jim saw and thickness sander. No idea what to ask. I mean his equipment is definitely top notch, but $1500 just for the saw?
  20. bigcreekdad
    Got it....Thanks! Might try this myself.
  21. bigcreekdad
    Rob...Still don't understand why you didn't edge bend that bottom plank at the stern to meet the plank above. Most people probably understood your explanation, but I'm an old fart. Great job BTW. Myself....just finishing the first planking.
  22. bigcreekdad
    Sale pending
  23. bigcreekdad
    How about $300 + shipping to USA only.

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