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donrobinson got a reaction from Elijah in Trabakul by donrobinson - FINISHED - MarisStella - 1:32 scale
Hello all, here is a quick update on the Trabaccolo not much has happened but I'll show what little there is:
Making chainplates, these were soldered afterwords. Then holes punched using a broken 1mm end mill bit
Brackets were made for channels, plans did not ask for them but I thought they would be a nice addition these and the channels are made from rosewood
Making of the oars
Brackets for the back stays
A couple of shots showing channels with dead eyes installed and also the back stay brackets. Brackets and chain plates still need to be touched up with some paint, I 'm waiting until all metal work is done to do it all at once.
Just a couple of fun shots
Made these yesterday not fancy or pretty but they will soon be filled with rope made on my new Domanoff ropewalk The one on the right in the front row is the one I copied from
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donrobinson got a reaction from md1400cs in Trabakul by donrobinson - FINISHED - MarisStella - 1:32 scale
Hello all, here is a quick update on the Trabaccolo not much has happened but I'll show what little there is:
Making chainplates, these were soldered afterwords. Then holes punched using a broken 1mm end mill bit
Brackets were made for channels, plans did not ask for them but I thought they would be a nice addition these and the channels are made from rosewood
Making of the oars
Brackets for the back stays
A couple of shots showing channels with dead eyes installed and also the back stay brackets. Brackets and chain plates still need to be touched up with some paint, I 'm waiting until all metal work is done to do it all at once.
Just a couple of fun shots
Made these yesterday not fancy or pretty but they will soon be filled with rope made on my new Domanoff ropewalk The one on the right in the front row is the one I copied from
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donrobinson got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Trabakul by donrobinson - FINISHED - MarisStella - 1:32 scale
Hello all, here is a quick update on the Trabaccolo not much has happened but I'll show what little there is:
Making chainplates, these were soldered afterwords. Then holes punched using a broken 1mm end mill bit
Brackets were made for channels, plans did not ask for them but I thought they would be a nice addition these and the channels are made from rosewood
Making of the oars
Brackets for the back stays
A couple of shots showing channels with dead eyes installed and also the back stay brackets. Brackets and chain plates still need to be touched up with some paint, I 'm waiting until all metal work is done to do it all at once.
Just a couple of fun shots
Made these yesterday not fancy or pretty but they will soon be filled with rope made on my new Domanoff ropewalk The one on the right in the front row is the one I copied from
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donrobinson got a reaction from Mr Whippy in 18TH c. English Pinnace by Blue Ensign - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:24 scale
Nice work B.E. I like your method for the spiling I have done something similar but using a compass to trace outline, I'll defiantly try this method.
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donrobinson got a reaction from Landlubber Mike in Recommendations For A Good Milling Machine
First up. as for the drill press application Sherline has a "sensitive drill attachment" that quickly turns the machine into a extremely accurate "drill press" you maybe limited to the drill bit sizes( I believe it is 1/8" max.) but for scale modelling it is more than adequate.
Secondly, I have done lots and lots of milling wood with my Sherline and have no complaints. Obviously the quality and sharpness of your bit makes a big difference and the harder the wood the better. Soft woods do not work as good at slow speeds but then if you are taking the time to mill pieces for your model I am assuming basswood or other similar woods are not being used. I have used woods such as rosewood and cherry and have beautiful results with no breaking out of the wood.
To me where I am only using my mill and lathe for modelling and related items and with my limited space, the Sherline line of tools has served me well and I am very happy with them. As a another plus they are 100% made in America
Here is my setup, nice and compact
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donrobinson got a reaction from coxswain in Trabakul by donrobinson - FINISHED - MarisStella - 1:32 scale
Hello all, here is a quick update on the Trabaccolo not much has happened but I'll show what little there is:
Making chainplates, these were soldered afterwords. Then holes punched using a broken 1mm end mill bit
Brackets were made for channels, plans did not ask for them but I thought they would be a nice addition these and the channels are made from rosewood
Making of the oars
Brackets for the back stays
A couple of shots showing channels with dead eyes installed and also the back stay brackets. Brackets and chain plates still need to be touched up with some paint, I 'm waiting until all metal work is done to do it all at once.
Just a couple of fun shots
Made these yesterday not fancy or pretty but they will soon be filled with rope made on my new Domanoff ropewalk The one on the right in the front row is the one I copied from
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donrobinson got a reaction from dvm27 in Recommendations For A Good Milling Machine
First up. as for the drill press application Sherline has a "sensitive drill attachment" that quickly turns the machine into a extremely accurate "drill press" you maybe limited to the drill bit sizes( I believe it is 1/8" max.) but for scale modelling it is more than adequate.
Secondly, I have done lots and lots of milling wood with my Sherline and have no complaints. Obviously the quality and sharpness of your bit makes a big difference and the harder the wood the better. Soft woods do not work as good at slow speeds but then if you are taking the time to mill pieces for your model I am assuming basswood or other similar woods are not being used. I have used woods such as rosewood and cherry and have beautiful results with no breaking out of the wood.
To me where I am only using my mill and lathe for modelling and related items and with my limited space, the Sherline line of tools has served me well and I am very happy with them. As a another plus they are 100% made in America
Here is my setup, nice and compact
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donrobinson got a reaction from Dfell in Trabakul by donrobinson - FINISHED - MarisStella - 1:32 scale
Hello all, here is a quick update on the Trabaccolo not much has happened but I'll show what little there is:
Making chainplates, these were soldered afterwords. Then holes punched using a broken 1mm end mill bit
Brackets were made for channels, plans did not ask for them but I thought they would be a nice addition these and the channels are made from rosewood
Making of the oars
Brackets for the back stays
A couple of shots showing channels with dead eyes installed and also the back stay brackets. Brackets and chain plates still need to be touched up with some paint, I 'm waiting until all metal work is done to do it all at once.
Just a couple of fun shots
Made these yesterday not fancy or pretty but they will soon be filled with rope made on my new Domanoff ropewalk The one on the right in the front row is the one I copied from
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donrobinson got a reaction from Canute in Trabakul by donrobinson - FINISHED - MarisStella - 1:32 scale
Hello all, here is a quick update on the Trabaccolo not much has happened but I'll show what little there is:
Making chainplates, these were soldered afterwords. Then holes punched using a broken 1mm end mill bit
Brackets were made for channels, plans did not ask for them but I thought they would be a nice addition these and the channels are made from rosewood
Making of the oars
Brackets for the back stays
A couple of shots showing channels with dead eyes installed and also the back stay brackets. Brackets and chain plates still need to be touched up with some paint, I 'm waiting until all metal work is done to do it all at once.
Just a couple of fun shots
Made these yesterday not fancy or pretty but they will soon be filled with rope made on my new Domanoff ropewalk The one on the right in the front row is the one I copied from
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donrobinson got a reaction from EJ_L in Trabakul by donrobinson - FINISHED - MarisStella - 1:32 scale
Hello all, here is a quick update on the Trabaccolo not much has happened but I'll show what little there is:
Making chainplates, these were soldered afterwords. Then holes punched using a broken 1mm end mill bit
Brackets were made for channels, plans did not ask for them but I thought they would be a nice addition these and the channels are made from rosewood
Making of the oars
Brackets for the back stays
A couple of shots showing channels with dead eyes installed and also the back stay brackets. Brackets and chain plates still need to be touched up with some paint, I 'm waiting until all metal work is done to do it all at once.
Just a couple of fun shots
Made these yesterday not fancy or pretty but they will soon be filled with rope made on my new Domanoff ropewalk The one on the right in the front row is the one I copied from
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donrobinson got a reaction from zoly99sask in Recommendations For A Good Milling Machine
First up. as for the drill press application Sherline has a "sensitive drill attachment" that quickly turns the machine into a extremely accurate "drill press" you maybe limited to the drill bit sizes( I believe it is 1/8" max.) but for scale modelling it is more than adequate.
Secondly, I have done lots and lots of milling wood with my Sherline and have no complaints. Obviously the quality and sharpness of your bit makes a big difference and the harder the wood the better. Soft woods do not work as good at slow speeds but then if you are taking the time to mill pieces for your model I am assuming basswood or other similar woods are not being used. I have used woods such as rosewood and cherry and have beautiful results with no breaking out of the wood.
To me where I am only using my mill and lathe for modelling and related items and with my limited space, the Sherline line of tools has served me well and I am very happy with them. As a another plus they are 100% made in America
Here is my setup, nice and compact
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donrobinson got a reaction from Justin P. in 18TH c. English Pinnace by Blue Ensign - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:24 scale
Nice work B.E. I like your method for the spiling I have done something similar but using a compass to trace outline, I'll defiantly try this method.
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donrobinson got a reaction from Charter33 in Trabakul by donrobinson - FINISHED - MarisStella - 1:32 scale
Hello all, here is a quick update on the Trabaccolo not much has happened but I'll show what little there is:
Making chainplates, these were soldered afterwords. Then holes punched using a broken 1mm end mill bit
Brackets were made for channels, plans did not ask for them but I thought they would be a nice addition these and the channels are made from rosewood
Making of the oars
Brackets for the back stays
A couple of shots showing channels with dead eyes installed and also the back stay brackets. Brackets and chain plates still need to be touched up with some paint, I 'm waiting until all metal work is done to do it all at once.
Just a couple of fun shots
Made these yesterday not fancy or pretty but they will soon be filled with rope made on my new Domanoff ropewalk The one on the right in the front row is the one I copied from
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donrobinson got a reaction from mikiek in Trabakul by donrobinson - FINISHED - MarisStella - 1:32 scale
Hello all, here is a quick update on the Trabaccolo not much has happened but I'll show what little there is:
Making chainplates, these were soldered afterwords. Then holes punched using a broken 1mm end mill bit
Brackets were made for channels, plans did not ask for them but I thought they would be a nice addition these and the channels are made from rosewood
Making of the oars
Brackets for the back stays
A couple of shots showing channels with dead eyes installed and also the back stay brackets. Brackets and chain plates still need to be touched up with some paint, I 'm waiting until all metal work is done to do it all at once.
Just a couple of fun shots
Made these yesterday not fancy or pretty but they will soon be filled with rope made on my new Domanoff ropewalk The one on the right in the front row is the one I copied from
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donrobinson got a reaction from zoly99sask in Trabakul by donrobinson - FINISHED - MarisStella - 1:32 scale
Hello all, here is a quick update on the Trabaccolo not much has happened but I'll show what little there is:
Making chainplates, these were soldered afterwords. Then holes punched using a broken 1mm end mill bit
Brackets were made for channels, plans did not ask for them but I thought they would be a nice addition these and the channels are made from rosewood
Making of the oars
Brackets for the back stays
A couple of shots showing channels with dead eyes installed and also the back stay brackets. Brackets and chain plates still need to be touched up with some paint, I 'm waiting until all metal work is done to do it all at once.
Just a couple of fun shots
Made these yesterday not fancy or pretty but they will soon be filled with rope made on my new Domanoff ropewalk The one on the right in the front row is the one I copied from
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donrobinson got a reaction from MarisStella.hr in Trabakul by donrobinson - FINISHED - MarisStella - 1:32 scale
Hello all, here is a quick update on the Trabaccolo not much has happened but I'll show what little there is:
Making chainplates, these were soldered afterwords. Then holes punched using a broken 1mm end mill bit
Brackets were made for channels, plans did not ask for them but I thought they would be a nice addition these and the channels are made from rosewood
Making of the oars
Brackets for the back stays
A couple of shots showing channels with dead eyes installed and also the back stay brackets. Brackets and chain plates still need to be touched up with some paint, I 'm waiting until all metal work is done to do it all at once.
Just a couple of fun shots
Made these yesterday not fancy or pretty but they will soon be filled with rope made on my new Domanoff ropewalk The one on the right in the front row is the one I copied from
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donrobinson got a reaction from Elijah in Trabakul by donrobinson - FINISHED - MarisStella - 1:32 scale
Mike: the serving machine works good, I am enjoying it quite a bit
Zoltan: outside shots are always better, but this year with all the wind and rain we are having so far it is hard to find a day to take her outside
Eddie: Thanks, after seeing your last post in "what I received today" I may have to buy something else for those rainy days. I haven't played any sort of game in many many years, it's tempting to start again
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donrobinson got a reaction from mtaylor in HM Cutter Cheerful 1806 by Stuntflyer (Mike) - FINISHED - 1:48 scale
Congrats on a beautiful build
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donrobinson got a reaction from Canute in Lady Nelson by vossiewulf - Amati/Victory Models - 1:64
Beautiful looking knives, very well done. Should i PM my mailing address to you?
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donrobinson got a reaction from Tigersteve in HM Cutter Cheerful 1806 by Stuntflyer (Mike) - FINISHED - 1:48 scale
Congrats on a beautiful build
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donrobinson got a reaction from Canute in HM Cutter Cheerful 1806 by Stuntflyer (Mike) - FINISHED - 1:48 scale
Congrats on a beautiful build
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donrobinson got a reaction from Stuntflyer in HM Cutter Cheerful 1806 by Stuntflyer (Mike) - FINISHED - 1:48 scale
Congrats on a beautiful build
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donrobinson got a reaction from mtaylor in Independence 1775 by DocBlake - Artesania Latina - 5/16" scale.
Is that going to be a cross section or the full ship? She'll be a biggy .
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donrobinson got a reaction from Piet in SS Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse 1897 by Mirabell61 - FINISHED - scale 1:144 - POF - first German four stacker of the Norddeutscher Lloyd line
Hello Nils, I usually stop by about once a month to check up on your progress and, as usual, i am in awe. Your skills are truly impressive and inspiring.
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donrobinson got a reaction from Archi in Help reading plan
Here is a picture of my plans showing the bow. The hole marked 38 is showing the location of the incoming hole in the deck from the hawse hole(joined with a pipe), the other two holes are on the backside of the windlass(not shown) for the ropes to be fed into storage space below. Port side of plan is showing other details that hide the hole location in this overhead view. Your plan does not show these two extra holes but it may have just been an oversight. I have edited and added a second photo of my plans. The hawse hole(42.4) is located below the wale which is at deck level, in my case I moved the decoration over and drilled the hole above the wale. How the plan shows it is correct and would be correct in real life but in scale feeding the anchor rope from the outside then through the deck would be very difficult, I took the easy route.
Just a thought.
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