skipper1947

I like it David. I tried googling "sailing ship gun rigging" and found at least one picture showing the same method of coiling gun lines.

I know we are discouraged from pasting photos because of copyright, but I believe it is OK to past the link to the web page (right?)

http://www.shipmodeling.ca/images/01079.jpg

I just noticed your build log here David. You skylight looks great near as I can tell. Also, I like your deck planking, did you do anything to the planks or did they come that color?

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Why do we feel others need to "justify" the way they pursue a hobby? If I need to the way I pursue model building, I might as well go to work. I choose to not do that.

Just FYI, the latest e-mail promotion from Model Expo. I hope it is OK to paste in most of the e-mail as it specifies which kits are on sale.

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3-DAY HOLIDAY SPECIAL

Our Most Popular Kits Now In Stock & On Sale   

 

SAVE 50% - 56%

Good through midnight Friday, December 18, 2015

Use offer code HAPPY

 

BACK ORDERS OK
 

Order now to lock in the savings, but count on early January delivery

MODEL AIRWAYS 1:16 SCALE AIRPLANE KIT

Jenny....Authentically detailed wood and metal airplane kit

Was:  $499.99

Sale:  $219.99  Save 56%

MODEL SHIPWAYS SHIP MODEL KITS....THE BEST PLANS & INSTRUCTIONS

Harriet Lane...easy to build pre-carved basswood hull

Was:  $169.99

Sale:  $84.49  Save 50%

English Pinnace..one of our most popular kits

Was:  $69.99

Sale:  $34.49  Save 51%

Mayflower

MS2020

Was:  $199.99

Sale:  $99.99  Save 50%

Benjamin Latham

MS2109

Was:  $269.99

Sale:  $129.99  Save 52%

Niagara Battleship

MS2240

Was:  $399.99

Sale:  $199.99  Save 50%

  AUTHENTICALLY DETAILED WOOD & METAL KITS...MADE IN AMERICA

Buckboard...recreate a piece of the Old West

MS6004

Was:  $269.99

Sale:  $129.99  Save 52%

Allerton Steam Fire Engine..incredible detail

MS6006

Was:  $799.99

Sale:  $399.99  Save 50%

WORKSHOP IN A BOX

Deluxe Modeler's Tool Set...yes, you need one!

MT9001

Was:  $69.99

Sale:  $34.49  Save 50%

After you order, we'll send you an order confirmation by email. Then, we'll email you again when we ship your order to give you tracking information. Your credit card is never charged until we ship, and then only for items shipped at that time. Your credit card information is secure with the safest encrypted system, and we offer a 30-day no-questions-asked return policy.

If you'd rather talk to an operator, call us toll-free at 1-800-222-3876 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM Eastern Time. Mention code HAPPY to get this week's specials. Sorry, not available on orders placed through the mail.

 

Conditions: Special offer is valid now through midnight, December 18, 2015. Cannot be combined with any other special offer. No adjustments on previous purchases. Discounts will be taken off merchandise totals at time of checkout. Extra shipping charges may apply to some items, as noted on the website or in our catalogs.

Pricing: Product prices are subject to change and all deals are subject to stock availability. We are not responsible for printing, typographical or photographic representation errors. Online and Call Center prices may vary.  

Privacy: At Model Expo, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our customers and users of our website. Please review our Privacy Policy.

Model Expo | 800-222-3876 | ModelExpo-Online.com
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Thanks philo426. On my way to look at the youtube video.

Later, that same day..

Wow, you have 60 videos of different model and guitar subjects. Cool. And your paddel wheels look good.

Regards,

Skip

Looks good philo426. I haven't seen too may solid hull kits of that size (actually, I haven't seen that many solid hull kits). How are the instructions?

Regards,

Skip

Just FYI, when I clicked on the modelik.pl link, McAfee Web Advisor popped up a big scary warning, and advised not going there. It might just be a "false positive" but I backed out, just to be safe.

I suspect this is not the recommended method, but once I first glued the plates on using thick CA glue. When finished I um, "painted" the copper plates with a thin coat of 2 hour epoxy..

This basically encapsulated the plates in epoxy resin. That was over 10 years ago, to this day none have come off, however they still look as bright and shiny as a new penny..  (It was Sergal's Cutty Sark).

I can't remember if I actually used a throw-away paint brush, or some sort of rag and gloves for application, though whatever it was, would likely not be good for much afterwards.

Skip

Just got another e-mail from Model Expo. After posting all these, it occurs to me that I should mention; I am in no way affiliated with Model Expo, though I do think highly of them and wish them continued success. 

Model Expo e-mail follows:

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If you order an item that's out of stock, we'll ship it to you as soon as it's available. We're confident that we will be able to ship back orders in time for holiday gift giving (or modeling). Remember, we will not charge your credit card until we ship your order.

Dont blame the stove because you dinner is burnt, maybe it is the cook  just saying!

Not to be picky, but I am not sure that this will encourage new comers to ask questions.

We are individuals, and as such, probably come at this hobby with differing perspectives. There may be those who, after working all day; just want to fiddle around with little bits of wood for relaxation. Ship model kits should not be regarded as different than any other kind of kit. It doesn't have to teach you the details of ship building, but at least should be clear in telling you to glue stick A into hole B.

Sorry, I didn't mean to argue. I hope this is viewed as a polite discourse.

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Chuck Passarro is one of the Administrators of this site (if you didn't know already). Apart from designing kits for Model Shipways he has his own company, Syren Ship Models, which makes "kits" for the more advanced builders and supplies a large range of excellent quality fittings etc. He's nearly always available on this site as well, so I'm sure he will answer your question shortly .

 

Thanks Dan. I must plead guilty of ignorance regarding Mr. Passarro. I had heard the name mentioned in other discussions, but assumed he must be a mystical figure living in far-off Guru Land. I had no idea he was on this site.

Skip

Thanks for the tip Tom. I have heard Passaro mentioned several times. Is there a handy way to know which kits are his? The Model Expo sites appears off-line at the moment, so I couldn't check around there.  They do have their 55% sale going on now, so this might be a good time to investigate his kits.

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I hesitated here, because I don't want to start a debate Joel; but I think Jazzchip was referring to those who would not otherwise ask anything. Telling them to "simply ask, whether the question seems idiotic to the asker, or embarrassing, or revealing of the ignorance thereof,"  would probably not make them any less shy.

Those who are not too shy or embarrassed would presumably ask away in public so this would not affect them.

Just my two cents worth. I will get off the soap box now.

Skip

Sometimes the drawings are not any good either.

I struggled with one where most parts supplied were larger than the dimensions listed on the plan (or too large for the hull), one sheet of the plans did not agree with a second sheet, the rigging in the photos did not agree with the rigging on the rigging sheet, and the keel supplied in the kit was not designed the same as that shown in the instructions.  I think that about covers the issues, it has been a while.. 

Skip

At least the English section appears to be written by somebody familiar with the English language.

Skip

Just FYI (again), I just got this e-mail from Model Expo extending their 55% off sale:

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WE'RE EXTENDING OUR 55% OFF SITEWIDE SALE

Your response to our 55% off sale was so great that we're extending it through Thanksgiving weekend!

Let the Savings Continue!
 
TAKE 55% OFF EVERYTHING ON OUR WEBSITE

Model Shipways Wood Ship Model Kits, fittings, paints & accessories
Model Airways Wood & Metal WWI Airplane Kits
Model Trailways Old West Wagons
Guns of History Civil War Cannon
Precision Hand Tools- guaranteed for life

5 MORE DAYS OF 55% OFF!

Good through midnight Monday, November 30, 2015
Use offer code DEAL55


The 55% discount will not be shown on individual items. You will see it on the checkout page.

BACK ORDERS GLADLY ACCEPTED

If you order an item that's out of stock, we'll ship it to you as soon as it's available. We're confident that we will be able to ship back orders in time for holiday gift giving (or modeling). Remember, we will not charge your credit card until we ship your order.

..Oh.. I just re-read my original post, and see I said it ended on Oct. 23 instead of Nov. 23.. Now I understand.

Sorry about that.  It was a typo as Brian said.

Skip

I am not sure what is meant by this news being late, I posted it on 11/20 and it ends on 11/23. It is only a 3 day sale. The text from the e-mail is pasted below in red.

Also, first it says it is everything on their website, then it specifically mentions Model Expo products, so I am not sure if it's Corel kits are included or not (and I guess I am too lazy to find out) 

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WE'RE FINALLY IN MIAMI

After months of planning and lots of hard work, we're settling in at our new Miami factory and will resume production on Monday.    

We're celebrating with the biggest discount we've ever offered:
TAKE 55% OFF EVERYTHING ON OUR WEBSITE

Model Shipways Wood Ship Model Kits, fittings, paints & accessories
Model Airways Wood & Metal WWI Airplane Kits
Model Trailways Old West Wagons
Guns of History Civil War Cannon
Precision Hand Tools- guaranteed for life

HURRY, THIS SPECIAL OFFER IS GOOD FOR 3 DAYS ONLY!
It ends at the stroke of midnight Monday, November 23, 2015
Use offer code DEAL55


The 55% discount will not be shown on individual items. You will see it on the checkout page.

BACK ORDERS GLADLY ACCEPTED

If you order an item that's out of stock, we'll ship it to you as soon as it's available. We're confident that we will be able to ship back orders in time for holiday gift giving (or modeling). Remember, we will not charge your credit card until we ship your order.

In case you are not on their mailing list, I just got a new e-mail from Model Expo regarding a 3 day "After Move" celebration sale. I just looked and it is not listed on their web site (which still shows the old sale).  It ends midnight Monday, Oct 23. 

The sale code is DEAL55  and is a 55% discount taken at the checkout page. Back orders are included.

I assume (hope) they don't mind me spreading the word here.

Skip

I think Heller's 1/100 Soleil Royal will fill your need, and with 2,600 parts, will keep you busy for a while.

Check out this ad on Amazon, it says it has 26 parts. I can imagine somebody getting this for a small child thinking it will be simple.

http://www.amazon.com/Heller-Soleil-Royal-Model-Building/dp/B0002HZZ4M

Nice looking model though.

Skip

But note their web specials page now says: "Sorry, no back orders on these great buys." where previously it said back orders were welcome. You would need to check the detail page of a model to see if it is stock or not.

I checked 4 or 5 and all but one of them said "Expected availability within 15 to 30 days. Reserve your item now, your card will not be charged until we ship!"  which I think likely indicates it is a back order? (not sure).

SKip

Cape Cod Catboats have long been one of my fantasy boats (when I fantasize about actually having a real boat).

I have eyed this model from time to time. It sounds like you are pleased with the overall quality. I look forward to following along.

Skip

I am puzzled why they would make a piece out of plywood, if it has to be bent (any kit; not this one specifically).

Skip

Thanks for your helpful response regarding the plywood.

If I understand correctly, it is partially cut through via laser but not completely. I once built a model where I got sheets of wood with lines printed on them and nothing more. I had to cut them out with an xacto knife (having nothing more sophisticated). The result was not exceptionally pretty.

Skip

They don't use laser cutting which means you have to cut most of the parts with a knife.

She really is a great looking model Mike. I would like to ask a question regarding your very first post, just to be sure in my own mind. Do you mean they simply printed an outline on the plywood, and you had to cut the whole thing out with a knife? I have eyed this kit from time to time, but my ability to cut out something by following a line free-hand, is pretty limited (i.e. I usually end up with a mess).

Sorry for the dumb question.

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