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EJ_L
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EJ_L got a reaction from mtaylor in La Couronne by EJ_L - FINISHED - Corel - 1:100 - 1637 Version
Thanks everyone for the nice words and the likes!
The major components left for the rigging other than that last yard are just the braces. While there are a lot of them to do, they are relatively easy to rig compared to what has been done already. Other items are the anchors and stern lanterns and I will also add all the rope coils at the belaying pins and on the deck where needed. May be a few other things I'm not thinking of but those are the main things to do.
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EJ_L got a reaction from zoly99sask in La Couronne by EJ_L - FINISHED - Corel - 1:100 - 1637 Version
Thanks everyone for the nice words and the likes!
The major components left for the rigging other than that last yard are just the braces. While there are a lot of them to do, they are relatively easy to rig compared to what has been done already. Other items are the anchors and stern lanterns and I will also add all the rope coils at the belaying pins and on the deck where needed. May be a few other things I'm not thinking of but those are the main things to do.
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EJ_L got a reaction from popeye the sailor in La Couronne by EJ_L - FINISHED - Corel - 1:100 - 1637 Version
Thanks everyone for the nice words and the likes!
The major components left for the rigging other than that last yard are just the braces. While there are a lot of them to do, they are relatively easy to rig compared to what has been done already. Other items are the anchors and stern lanterns and I will also add all the rope coils at the belaying pins and on the deck where needed. May be a few other things I'm not thinking of but those are the main things to do.
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EJ_L reacted to BLACK VIKING in Soleil Royal by BLACK VIKING - De Agostini - scale 1.70
Thanks for the comments EJ I will certainly keep an eye out for the planks starting to climb up as I might have to put in some droppers . The wood is very supple and bends easily so hopefully not but we will see
Thanks again for the likes and comments
Rgd Martyn
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EJ_L reacted to BLACK VIKING in La Couronne by EJ_L - FINISHED - Corel - 1:100 - 1637 Version
All I can say is what a stunner superb build EJ
Rgd Martyn
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EJ_L reacted to Hubac's Historian in La Couronne by EJ_L - FINISHED - Corel - 1:100 - 1637 Version
She's truly magnificent, EJ! A satisfying endgame to a job well done.
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EJ_L reacted to popeye the sailor in La Couronne by EJ_L - FINISHED - Corel - 1:100 - 1637 Version
very nice rigging..........so close to the big finish
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EJ_L reacted to yancovitch in La Couronne by EJ_L - FINISHED - Corel - 1:100 - 1637 Version
very nice ej!!....................guess the last part of the puzzle are the anchors
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EJ_L reacted to Stevinne in Roter Lowe by Stevinne - Mamoli - 1:55 - Dutch-built Galleon
Started the planking today. The instructions call for the first planks to be on top of and beneath the gunport frames. I think that is going to mean that some of the planks in between will have to be narrowed, since I can't imagine this will be perfect. Oh well, we will see. Luckily, it's double planked and I can figure things out as I go along.
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EJ_L reacted to Steve 12345 in HMS Bounty by Steve 12345 - FINISHED - Billing Boats - 1:50
hello all lastnight I rather casualy wrote ill just need to do the ratlines tomorrow evening and that will complete the foremast ,I thought about that statement this morning and thought again but however the ratlines were not that big of a deal and are infact complete
first pic shows how I waste more thread than use but I get frustrated trying to use small pieces and would rather buy more than worry about wastage
little dab of watered down white glue on the outside knots only its not necessary to glue all the knots
and here they are trimmed up and my little delicate knot tying fingers
here is a drawing I keep near by for when I have brain freeze and forget how to tie
I also added this detail to the forestay copied from my victory plan and as far as I know not used on bounty I just liked the look of it and felt it added something but on reflection may cut this back out
not sure so I will sleep on it
thanks again for viewing and commenting
steve
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EJ_L reacted to reklein in HMS Bounty by Steve 12345 - FINISHED - Billing Boats - 1:50
Excellent cabinetry, Thanks for the little video. I have a friend in wood working club who makes those nice boxes.
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EJ_L reacted to Steve 12345 in HMS Bounty by Steve 12345 - FINISHED - Billing Boats - 1:50
Thanks EJ and Popeye it's always encouraging to have your support and thanks others for the likes Hi reklein thanks for checking in and the reassurance on kit choice as a first build I've found a local club that have an old abandoned army airfield and offer lessons along with checking the model over and taking her on a maiden flight . The toolboxs I built the top one a couple years ago and the bottom box just at the start of this build ,the top box I made a YouTube vid on my channel you can check that out here
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EJ_L got a reaction from Shipyard sid in La Couronne by EJ_L - FINISHED - Corel - 1:100 - 1637 Version
I've returned to La Couronne's ship yard and work has progressed nicely with the rigging of the spritsail topmast yard. I also finished the last crows foot and am ready to rig the spritsail yard next. That will be the last yard to go on the build! I'm fairly certain that unless something derails the plans, I am on the final push to the end of this build and am planning on staying on this one with out breaks till she is done. That means lots of updates for you all to enjoy! I still have several things to do but the end is close at hand and I am ready to reach it. Exciting times ahead! For now, here are the latest updates.
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EJ_L got a reaction from coxswain in La Couronne by EJ_L - FINISHED - Corel - 1:100 - 1637 Version
I've returned to La Couronne's ship yard and work has progressed nicely with the rigging of the spritsail topmast yard. I also finished the last crows foot and am ready to rig the spritsail yard next. That will be the last yard to go on the build! I'm fairly certain that unless something derails the plans, I am on the final push to the end of this build and am planning on staying on this one with out breaks till she is done. That means lots of updates for you all to enjoy! I still have several things to do but the end is close at hand and I am ready to reach it. Exciting times ahead! For now, here are the latest updates.
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EJ_L got a reaction from KenW in La Couronne by EJ_L - FINISHED - Corel - 1:100 - 1637 Version
I've returned to La Couronne's ship yard and work has progressed nicely with the rigging of the spritsail topmast yard. I also finished the last crows foot and am ready to rig the spritsail yard next. That will be the last yard to go on the build! I'm fairly certain that unless something derails the plans, I am on the final push to the end of this build and am planning on staying on this one with out breaks till she is done. That means lots of updates for you all to enjoy! I still have several things to do but the end is close at hand and I am ready to reach it. Exciting times ahead! For now, here are the latest updates.
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EJ_L got a reaction from AntonyUK in Soleil Royal by BLACK VIKING - De Agostini - scale 1.70
Good start on you lower planking. Just be careful at the bow that the planks don't start climbing on you. It happens very easily and can throw off the entire layout. Best of luck and I'm looking forward to the next update!
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EJ_L got a reaction from md1400cs in La Couronne by EJ_L - FINISHED - Corel - 1:100 - 1637 Version
I've returned to La Couronne's ship yard and work has progressed nicely with the rigging of the spritsail topmast yard. I also finished the last crows foot and am ready to rig the spritsail yard next. That will be the last yard to go on the build! I'm fairly certain that unless something derails the plans, I am on the final push to the end of this build and am planning on staying on this one with out breaks till she is done. That means lots of updates for you all to enjoy! I still have several things to do but the end is close at hand and I am ready to reach it. Exciting times ahead! For now, here are the latest updates.
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EJ_L got a reaction from _SalD_ in La Couronne by EJ_L - FINISHED - Corel - 1:100 - 1637 Version
I've returned to La Couronne's ship yard and work has progressed nicely with the rigging of the spritsail topmast yard. I also finished the last crows foot and am ready to rig the spritsail yard next. That will be the last yard to go on the build! I'm fairly certain that unless something derails the plans, I am on the final push to the end of this build and am planning on staying on this one with out breaks till she is done. That means lots of updates for you all to enjoy! I still have several things to do but the end is close at hand and I am ready to reach it. Exciting times ahead! For now, here are the latest updates.
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EJ_L got a reaction from Elijah in Trabakul by donrobinson - FINISHED - MarisStella - 1:32 scale
Great work! The little details really bring the model to life.
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EJ_L got a reaction from mtaylor in La Couronne by EJ_L - FINISHED - Corel - 1:100 - 1637 Version
I've returned to La Couronne's ship yard and work has progressed nicely with the rigging of the spritsail topmast yard. I also finished the last crows foot and am ready to rig the spritsail yard next. That will be the last yard to go on the build! I'm fairly certain that unless something derails the plans, I am on the final push to the end of this build and am planning on staying on this one with out breaks till she is done. That means lots of updates for you all to enjoy! I still have several things to do but the end is close at hand and I am ready to reach it. Exciting times ahead! For now, here are the latest updates.
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EJ_L got a reaction from zoly99sask in La Couronne by EJ_L - FINISHED - Corel - 1:100 - 1637 Version
I've returned to La Couronne's ship yard and work has progressed nicely with the rigging of the spritsail topmast yard. I also finished the last crows foot and am ready to rig the spritsail yard next. That will be the last yard to go on the build! I'm fairly certain that unless something derails the plans, I am on the final push to the end of this build and am planning on staying on this one with out breaks till she is done. That means lots of updates for you all to enjoy! I still have several things to do but the end is close at hand and I am ready to reach it. Exciting times ahead! For now, here are the latest updates.
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EJ_L got a reaction from kier in Le Soleil Royal by EJ_L - FINISHED - Sergal - Scale 1:77 - 1669 Version
Port side gun ports are in place, hull is sanded and ready for the second planking!
Started working on the stern below the cabin balconies. Framed up the stern ports and planked up to the balconies with the finish layer.
Going to take a break on her for a little while now before I really dive into the second planking. There is a lot of it but the second layer tends to go faster than the first and once I get going on it, I like to see it to the end. So before that I want to work some more on La Couronne as she is nearing completion. I may push to finish her up before I return to this log so it may be awhile before there are any new progress pics on here.
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EJ_L got a reaction from coxswain in Le Soleil Royal by EJ_L - FINISHED - Sergal - Scale 1:77 - 1669 Version
Sjors, I use piping for a lot of storage. Wood strips, dowels and model railroad track all have their tubes out in the garage. That is originally what I was using for my ship wood as well until I got this cabinet.
I meant to post this a couple days ago but I did finish up the starboard side gun ports and more sanding. She is starting to look good on that side now. The port side is also well underway and I am hoping to have the ports finished up in a couple more days and then more sanding on that side. Once both sides are where I like them I will build out the stern and the 2nd planking will start. If I can manage it at work, I am hoping to get a 4 day weekend this weekend and should be able to get in some long build days.
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EJ_L got a reaction from Elijah in Prins Willem by _SalD_ – Corel - Scale 1:100
God start on the fairing of the frames. Also smart to place those filler blocks at the bow. They will help put a lot when you go to plank.
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EJ_L got a reaction from Steve 12345 in HMS Bounty by Steve 12345 - FINISHED - Billing Boats - 1:50
Foremast rigging looks great! Ropes are nice and tight. excellent job!
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