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bigcreekdad

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  1. bigcreekdad
    no build log
  2. bigcreekdad
    Ready to start on the sails. Unless I'm wrong, the mainsail is larger than the plans?
  3. bigcreekdad
    totally agree on depth perception
  4. bigcreekdad
    With my failing eyesight, I have seriously wondered recently if this hobby was getting beyond me. I had recently given up on my Erycina build due to the very small parts. While deciding whether to quit or buy a larger scale kit, one day I just went back to it. Purchased some magnifiers, and just slowed the hell down. Things I used to do in 5 minutes would take 30. But, when finished with whatever it was, I feel pretty damn good. Not sure if this applies to your situation, but give it some thought. Sorry to hear what's going on with you.....hang in there.
  5. bigcreekdad
    I looked on Syren. These are not blocks. They look like donut with an outside indentation for the rope to around. I will try Vanguard. Just hate to wait for the overseas shipping. Thanks.
  6. bigcreekdad
    My Vanguard Erycina kit came with 12 of these. Lo and behold I found two loose ones in my stuff. No idea where the other 10 went. Does anyone know where I could find some rather than ask Vanguard?
  7. bigcreekdad
    If you are new to this, I, respectfully, suggest you get a different kit to start out. IMO, this is a fly ball you shouldn't chase. So many great starter kits out there.
  8. bigcreekdad
    Very cool!
  9. bigcreekdad
    No responses? Well, I figured how to deal with it today.
  10. bigcreekdad
    Well, now I've done it.... I have accidentally ruined the brass mizzen iron color (5 hole) for my Erycina build. I doubt Vanguard replaces such individual small fittings that are not made individually. I was thinking I could buy some unfinished mast loops and carefully drill the required holes. Any other thoughts?
  11. bigcreekdad
    I'm using a black work table. No drawers. Table looks like a scene out of a WWI trench warfare movie. No place to lay manual and/or plans. Building stuff all over the floor around it. Has to change. Isn't there somewhere on this site that shows pics of members work places?
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    Jeff......don't worry about the "soap box" thing. I've been to the eyedoc many times over the years. Started with a retinal artery occlusion about 15 years ago, which left me blind in most of my lower right eye. Had cataract surgery and need to go back for some last work on the left...its clouded up, like looking through a dirty window. Hopefully, that will help some.
  13. bigcreekdad
    That looks like it came from a Star Wars movie set.
  14. bigcreekdad
    yep
  15. bigcreekdad
    Thus....I just went through your build log of the Alert. Magnificent!!! You are way above my league. BTW, my first build was Jotika's version of the Sherbourne. For a first build I was quite pleased with it.
  16. bigcreekdad
    Realizing after all these years that it seems majority of kits that I like are 1:64, I decided to just move on with the Erycina. Eye crap is just a fact of aging. I guess it will just take longer. At least my hands don't shake....that would likely do it. Also, why I purchased a black work table is beyond me....I have spent several minutes on occasion just looking for the cap of my CA glue bottle.
  17. bigcreekdad
    Vanguard has a few different cutters. What are primary differences? Obviously, not referring to the names.
  18. bigcreekdad
    Great build log! Well done.
  19. bigcreekdad
    While trying to decide which direction to go I decided to fumble along with Erycina. Yesterday, I dropped 5 small blocks. All but one "disappeared" , and likely eaten by my carpet. This old age eye crap is a real bummer. My other two indoor hobbies are tying trout flies for a Michigan fly shop, and selling collectible postage stamps (mostly Canadian) in an online store. Good eyesight for both of these makes a world of difference.
  20. bigcreekdad
    I've looked at both Spray and Gunboat William. I'm very familiar with Jotika's kits as I've previously built 4 of their ships. However, I kinda like the Spray. My big concern with relates to comments from a fellow shipbuilder who thought the britanis castings were too many, and a pain to work with. Any thoughts on this?
  21. bigcreekdad
    Thanks Thunder and UBJS.....I will look into both.
  22. bigcreekdad
    Thunder... I looked at that, but could not find any finished build logs.
  23. bigcreekdad
    Hope you are well soon.
  24. bigcreekdad
    I have been more than pleased with my progress on this ship right up until masting, gaffs and spars. My problem is failing eyesight and small parts. The kit quality is great. Plans quite good. Manual could use more up close pics on both sides, and less "follow the plans" guidance. Posting this is primarily for older folks thinking of this build. I hate quitting after such great progress on hull and deck, but my progress level after is snail paced and frustrating. Too bad....very nice ship. Need to carefully pick a new build. Would one of Vanguards cutters be a possibility, or will I be faced with the same issue?
  25. bigcreekdad
    I'll bet I have more dust than you.

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