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  • Birthday 08/19/1956

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  1.    Obormotov reacted to a post in a topic: Medway Longboat - Keel, Frames and build board discussion
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  3.    Obormotov reacted to a post in a topic: Medway Longboat 1742 by Chuck - FINISHED - 1/2" scale
  4.    Cricket reacted to a post in a topic: Medway Longboat 1742 -1/2" scale by Rustyj - FINISHED
  5.    Chuck Seiler reacted to a post in a topic: Medway Longboat 1742 by Cricket - 1/2" Scale - by Jim
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  8. Cricket
    Wow. A masterful work of model ship building.
  9.    Cricket reacted to a post in a topic: Medway Longboat 1742 by Chuck - FINISHED - 1/2" scale
  10. Cricket
    Thanks guys. Any chisels that I've used in the past resembled flat head screwdrivers. I've put these in my "stuff to get list" and really appreciate the info.
  11. Cricket
    I saw that looking in on your build. I may make the attempt as I would have nothing to loose at this point. I'll do some research on separating the joint and go from there. Thanks.
  12. Cricket
    I agree. Sticking with Plan B and using the experience to practice was a big part in my decision to participate in this build. Looking around at other builds, I'll have many techniques to work on. For me it is what makes this a great hobby.
  13.    Cricket reacted to a post in a topic: Medway Longboat 1742 by Cricket - 1/2" Scale - by Jim
  14.    Ryland Craze reacted to a post in a topic: Medway Longboat 1742 by Cricket - 1/2" Scale - by Jim
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  16. Cricket
    Hi Chuck. Your correct. I mounted the Dremel to the Dremel work station and purchased the Multi-function work table on Amazon from MySweety for around $40.00. It's probably no good for fine accurate work, but so far works good for me. Jeff I'll give the #10 a try. I really just need to practice, and to get some finger/hand/lap 🙄 protectors. Jim, could you recommend a source for mini chisels? I wouldn't know a good set from a bad set, and I almost always question third party product reviews. Thanks much.
  17. Cricket
    They both look fantastic Kevin. Especially the scratch built. You did her justice. Gives me something to aspire too along with all the other excellent builders here. Hope it's ok to include a couple pics from our Tobago Cays vacation back in 2010. We flew over from St. Lucia. The last one of Petit Tabac is my current screensaver. Flying in to Canouan A visit to Mayreau And my current screen saver Petit Tabac
  18. Cricket
    Here's something I found online I should have looked for earlier. It's basically converting my Dremel tool into a small milling machine. With this I could have milled down the keel close to where it would need to be, and finished off carefully with 320 sandpaper.
  19. Cricket
    The kit arrived in perfect condition and I proceeded to start on the keel with the lap joint. I realized that I don't currently own any cool power tools except a Dremel, so I started off with the #11 X-Acto and some 220 sandpaper. I found out 2 things. I'm not good at all with the #11, and sand paper. Also I realized I would need to make these joint perfectly level. As per my normal method, I hacked away best I could till I biffed it up. Oh well, this will be added to my list of "things to learn better" and I proceeded with the other keel.
  20.    Cricket reacted to a post in a topic: Medway Longboat 1742 by Chuck - FINISHED - 1/2" scale
  21. Cricket
    I finally found time to sit down and put together where I'm at on this build. As this is my first log, please be patient with any abnormalities or photo aberrations till I can come to grips with this. It's all new. I'm going to start off with a test pic to go through the process, and will go from there. Thanks. Thanks
  22.    Cricket reacted to a post in a topic: Medway Longboat 1742 by Ryland Craze - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company - 1:24 Scale
  23.    Cricket reacted to a post in a topic: Fishing Smack c. 1920 by G.L. - FINISHED - Scale 1/20 - POF - cross-section
  24. Cricket
    I tried both on a test board of poplar and there is a difference. I'm not an expert on this type of thing, but this is how I tested. I applied three coats of each letting each coat dry with a light sanding between coats using 220 grit sand paper. The end result was as mentioned by Chuck. The water based was splotchy and even a bit shinier in places, while the oil based was smooth and even. There may be a way to apply the water based and achieve the same finish as the oil, but for now I'm going with the oil based.
  25.    Cricket reacted to a post in a topic: Medway Longboat 1742 by rjones726 - 1:24
  26. Cricket
    The hard work really paid off. They look fantastic. Sail making is a way off for me as I decided to just show the rigging. When I get ready I will check out Tom Lauria’s videos.
  27.    Cricket reacted to a post in a topic: Medway Longboat 1742 by Chuck - FINISHED - 1/2" scale
  28.    Cricket reacted to a post in a topic: Medway Longboat 1742 by jml1083 - 1/2" scale - by Jim L
  29.    Cricket reacted to a post in a topic: Medway Longboat - 1/2” scale by RichVee
  30. Cricket
    Thanks for all the replies guys. I read somewhere that the water based had a duller look so I'm just going to go with the oil. That being said when the kit comes in ( just ordered like 5 minutes ago ) I will give both a try and get back.
  31. Cricket
    Quick question on the wipe on poly. Any difference between using oil or water based?
  32. Cricket
    Thank you Chuck for doing this. Looking to learn the correct way to model, and there's no better way to learn than from the masters.
  33. Cricket
    Mr. Kenny your modeling skills and practicum instructions have inspired me to complete my own Constructo Model of the America. Your two models look fantastic. This kit was a first for me, and in hindsight I wasn't prepared for the lack of detailed instruction. My bad. I have learned from your build, and thank you for that. I look forward to learning more. On a more personal note, my wife and I day sailed the Tobago Keys. The day was perfect. Thank you.

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