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    Pin drills is what I have almost always used. #1-#80as for their sizes in inch I had a chart that was lost during my move. II made up the chart by measuring each bit with a digital caliper. This can also convert to metric as well. David B
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    Looking good Elijah. Have you thought about replacing the ships wheel? Most of the time I have found that the kit supplied ones leave much to be desired. This would be a good challenge for you and a learning experience. There are a few members of the club who can help you tremendously. David B
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    It would be easy enough to replace the [lastic with wood. just shape them to the same diension. They will hold up to rigging. David B
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    Nicely done Bob. Too bad I could not pick your brains about it. David B
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    Sideliner, I have drilled through brass many times with a 63 bit to an 85. The first thing to do is put a dimple where the hole is then drill it out. However one of the things I do is chuck the bit so that only an 1/8 " out of the chuck. This helps to prevent the bit from wobbling. David B
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    If I were able to get there this looks like a great show. http://greece.greekreporter.com/2016/10/01/herakleidon-museums-exhibition-casts-focus-on-greek-seafaring-shipbuilding-and-maritime-tradition/ David B
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    You have masterly shown what I have always said about BOP Models. Better than I ever could. David B
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    Nice article on the first Nuclear powered submarine. http://usnhistory.navylive.dodlive.mil/2014/09/30/60-years-ago-today-uss-nautilus-and-the-u-s-navy-get-underway-on-nuclear-power/ David B
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    I have used artist color pencils with good results and have used grumbacher paints in a tube. Experiment on some scrap until you get used to the amount you need. David B
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    I found this to be a great article about a ship of exploration I am surprised that there was anything left. http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/maud-rises-norwegian-ship-cambridge-bay-1.3782510 David B
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    Your started a great topic Tad it gives one that actual effect of what an old shipyard was like and the manpower it took. Here is a diorama by Jim Brotz of and early shipyard in Michigan at the turn of the 20thc. I really drooled over it. He put it together from old photos and newspapers and registers. David B
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    Greg yourmodel has terrified me. I was looking to try that model but your skill just scares me to much. Marveous work. I would love to see that model at manitowoc for their show and entered in the NRG's photo contest. Chuck would be able to give you more details. David B
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    They do come in handy. I remember using one when I planked Carrack for a cousin years ago. Saved me a lot of grief down the road and my cousin was thrilled. Question for you. Why didn't you plank the bow? David B
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    Sounds like a good teaching project. Is it okay for me to pull up a chair and take notes? David B
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    I have a question Jerry. I do not see a weighted keel so I am wondering how She will stay upright without tipping over in a light breeze. David B
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    How did you do your carving Mark? Marvelous workmanship. David B
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    I am sorry to say that I do not have the PPT. But If it can be found I will try to put it up with the approval of Bob F. The way I did the jog was to clamp the blade into a vice and proceed to mark every other tooth. Then I took my Fordham and a sanding disk and put a bevel on every marked tooth. Then did the same thing on the unmarked teeth with a bevel going in the opposite angle. I do this wearing protective eyegear that is important. Sanding disc or cuttoff wheel depends on the tooth size. Once done I was able to go through 1/8 " walnut with no problems. The Preac was my go to saw at my work table instead of a razor saw. David B
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    What can I say Toni but how I would love to be a fly in your workshop. I cherish the photos I was able to get and always look at them. Marvelous workmanship. The next time you are able to get to a meeting I hope Kurt can set up something so I can drool over your work. David B
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    That was done by Bob Filipowski from the Midwest Modelshipwrights. I have had the pleasure of seeing his demo and talks on the subject. And I have sharpened the blades for my Preac with his method. David B
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    This is a convention kits have done for years. Most kit builders prefer using these long strakes. If you want a more realistic planking pattern cut them to the length that works for you. David B
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    I am looking at wod heaven gorgeous. David B
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    I am wishing you all the best. I know about chemo and the problems it can cause. My problem is that my body rejected the medication so they had to start another medication. The dr. showed me my marker count and I almost fainted. May god keep you in his good graces. David B
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    Julie, At a Shipwright meeting on of the members showed how he made life boats and other small craft using the method you were using. Once the fixture was made he would use candle wax and melt it over the form. Then he would use basswood or apple for the frames. After wetting the wood he would wrap it plastic wrap and nuke it. After that he would bend it to the bulkheads and use a small pin to hold them down. David B
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    Congrats on a nice job Elijah. Patience is everything and a little at a time will usually do the trick. Your railings came out looking great. David B
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    We had a couple at work for repairing dies. But I think it is overkill. sanding blocks and using dowels and just take your tie. You will be happy with the end result. Patience is a virtue in this hobby. David B

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