donrobinson
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donrobinson got a reaction from PaddyO in Ragusian Carrack by Bender - Marisstella - 1:59
Very well executed Al, the rails look perfect and thanks for the tutorial.
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donrobinson got a reaction from jeffan6 in Rattlesnake by JSGerson - FINISHED - Mamoli - 1:64 - Using Robert Hunt’s practicum
Very fine build, you are getting very close to the end of this voyage
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donrobinson got a reaction from BobG in Some beginners questions on deck planking
120 mm planks at 1:64 would be 25' scale, this length also makes it divisible for all shift patterns...2, 3, 4, or 5. This information is thanks to Ulises Victoria who has a great deck planking tutorial on the NRG site. http://modelshipworldforum.com/resources/Framing_and_Planking/Deck_PlankingIIbuttshifts.pdf
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donrobinson got a reaction from SighingDutchman in Brush painting hull ??
I brush acrylic paint all the time and have never sprayed. I use the cheapest of cheap paints and get excellent results. The secret is to thin the paint, almost 50/50 and to apply several coats. The picture is showing my galley hull which has at least 8-9 coats. Also be sure to have all surfaces sanded very smooth, I seal the surfaces first using wipe on poly then sand smooth again before applying paint. Occasionally I will sand lightly between coats of paint if required. It is best to paint the entire hull, at least one side, and try to keep a wet edge at all times. Thin Thin coats is the main thing to remember, and to be patient.
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donrobinson got a reaction from François de Saint Nazaire in Trabakul by donrobinson - FINISHED - MarisStella - 1:32 scale
The day has finally arrived, my Trabakul is complete!! Thanks to all for following along, for all the likes and the great comments it was all very much appreciated. I would also like to thank Zoran at MarisStella for all his support and help and of course for producing this fantastic kit. Although, not an easy build, I would recommend this kit not only for the challenges you will face but also for the high quality of material and contents. So anyway here she is:
That's it and I really hope everyone enjoyed and I hope to see you over at my Stefano build
Have A Good Weekend and do think of those we have lost at war as tomorrow is "Remembrance Day" in Canada
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donrobinson got a reaction from Bill Morrison in L' Hermione by MESSIS - Artesania Latina - 1/89 - 2nd build
Nice start to a beautiful ship, I'll be watching with great interest
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donrobinson got a reaction from GrandpaPhil in Trabakul by donrobinson - FINISHED - MarisStella - 1:32 scale
The day has finally arrived, my Trabakul is complete!! Thanks to all for following along, for all the likes and the great comments it was all very much appreciated. I would also like to thank Zoran at MarisStella for all his support and help and of course for producing this fantastic kit. Although, not an easy build, I would recommend this kit not only for the challenges you will face but also for the high quality of material and contents. So anyway here she is:
That's it and I really hope everyone enjoyed and I hope to see you over at my Stefano build
Have A Good Weekend and do think of those we have lost at war as tomorrow is "Remembrance Day" in Canada
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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 Obormotov in Art of period shipbuilding
amazing collection of photographs and descriptions. Thank You so much
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donrobinson got a reaction from Knocklouder in Trabaccolo by donrobinson - FINISHED - Amati - with a little Santa bashing
Well here she is all done, this was a fun little kit to build and I hope the grandson enjoys it even though it isn't much of a toy to play with. I am thinking I am going to put it on a base, for added security.
One down and one more to go for Santa, now to finish the carriage.
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donrobinson got a reaction from Knocklouder in America 1851 by mojofilter - FINISHED - Mamoli - Scale 1:66 - First wooden ship build
Beautiful model Tim, congrats on a job very well done
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donrobinson got a reaction from Snug Harbor Johnny in Trabaccolo by donrobinson - FINISHED - Amati - with a little Santa bashing
Well here she is all done, this was a fun little kit to build and I hope the grandson enjoys it even though it isn't much of a toy to play with. I am thinking I am going to put it on a base, for added security.
One down and one more to go for Santa, now to finish the carriage.
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donrobinson got a reaction from EJ_L in 17th Century Battle Station by donrobinson - FINISHED - 1:32 scale
Thanks so much
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donrobinson got a reaction from EJ_L in 17th Century Battle Station by donrobinson - FINISHED - 1:32 scale
Thanks Bob, the HMS Ontario by MarisStella will be my next venture
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donrobinson got a reaction from mtaylor in 17th Century Battle Station by donrobinson - FINISHED - 1:32 scale
Thanks so much
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donrobinson got a reaction from mtaylor in 17th Century Battle Station by donrobinson - FINISHED - 1:32 scale
Thanks Bob, the HMS Ontario by MarisStella will be my next venture
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donrobinson got a reaction from Hubac's Historian in 17th Century Battle Station by donrobinson - FINISHED - 1:32 scale
Hey all, just to put a finish to this project I will show the final product and save you the boredom of the entire build. Any questions please ask and I do apologise for the delay.
Thanks for having look
Take Care
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donrobinson got a reaction from BobG in 17th Century Battle Station by donrobinson - FINISHED - 1:32 scale
Thanks Bob, the HMS Ontario by MarisStella will be my next venture
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donrobinson got a reaction from BobG in HMS Ontario by David Lester - MarisStella - 1:48 - Terminated
David, I was so busy talking about myself I forgot to mention your build. It is looking great! Your ship's boat looks very nice, job well done. I have made a ships boat using MarisStella's method before, shaping the plug was not a problem for me but cleaning out the interior was a bit of a challenge. This time I plan on giving the plug some heavy coats of varathane then wrapped in plastic wrap to help with the removal of the plug.
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donrobinson got a reaction from BobG in HMS Ontario by David Lester - MarisStella - 1:48 - Terminated
Hello David, I am glad to hear you and Zoran have been communicating with each other he really is a nice guy and always there to help. I am surprised he still talks to me as I am constantly asking questions and certainly must be a real pain at times.
I just received my kit yesterday, it does have the 3D parts. I have not gone through the box very well as of yet but are the wooden pieces for the transom laser cut or something that needs to be scratch built?
I will not be starting my Ontario for a week or two as I am the final stages of the Lady Nelson which I want to complete first. I'll be watching here closely for all your updates though.
Have a Good Day
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donrobinson got a reaction from JpR62 in 17th Century Battle Station by donrobinson - FINISHED - 1:32 scale
Thanks Bob, the HMS Ontario by MarisStella will be my next venture
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donrobinson got a reaction from Seventynet in 17th Century Battle Station by donrobinson - FINISHED - 1:32 scale
Hey all, just to put a finish to this project I will show the final product and save you the boredom of the entire build. Any questions please ask and I do apologise for the delay.
Thanks for having look
Take Care
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donrobinson got a reaction from drobinson02199 in Batavia by drobinson02199 - FINISHED - Kolderstok - Scale 1:72
Looking good David
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