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Thanks Mikec (almost missed your post there - sorry about that), and thanks Daniel - yes, the collection is growing! -
ROYAL CAROLINE 1749 by Doris - 1:40 - CARD
gjdale replied to DORIS's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1501 - 1750
Nice to have you back again Doris, it seems we all missed you! That's quite a collection of ships you have there - and all masterpieces no doubt- 883 replies
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Limited time for the shipyard today due to social duties, but did manage to make about 250 3/16" (4.75mm) blocks. I decided not to re-do the stock blanks and persevered with those I had already made. I still think the grooves were all cut a little too deep, and this has meant more "rejects" due to the side walls of the sheaves breaking off. Nevertheless, I think there will be sufficient salvageable to use. I also tried to get the sheave holes close to the ends of the blocks as suggested by Chuck, though I think there's room to go further out still. It's only when seeing them under the camera's macro lens that you can see the room there is to move. Working on the drill press, even with the Optivisors on, it seemed to me that I was at the limit - but maybe not! Anyway, here's a couple of pics of today's production run. Not quite up to Chuck's standard, but still way better than kit provided stuff. And here's a couple of yesterday's 1/4" blocks for size comparison (1/4" on the left, 3/16" on the right): Next weekend I'll be trying my hand at 5/32" (4mm) and 1/8 (3mm) as these are the most common size for my Victory. And yes Chuck, I will be having a go at some doubles and triples further down the track!
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HMS Royal William by kay
gjdale replied to kay's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1501 - 1750
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Thanks Mobbsie, Andy, Augie and Brian. @ Andy - tedious? Perhaps a little, but once you get into the groove (pun intended) its not too bad. The only down side is that I need to kneel on the ground to get my eye at the right height using the drill press on the bench. Think I need to look at installing a chest-high bench for this. @ Augie - you may be looking forward to the 3/32" but I'm not!!! The 1/4" are a nice size to work with - it just gets harder from here on in! The tumblers are great - well worth the time and effort spent on making these. On closer inspection of my 3/16" prepared blanks, I think I may have cut the grooves too deep. I may have to re-do these before milling and drilling. Oh well, won't take long, and I've got a little more experience now! Hopefully will have some more pics to show by the end of the day.
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Thanks very much Joe, Sjors, Mick and Chuck. @Chuck - yes, I'd just come to that same conclusion having seen your latest update to the Syren blocks. I noticed that you placed the sheave holes much closer to the ends of the block and I agree they look better that way. I'll re-calibrate the eyeballs for the next batch.
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That's looking really good Mick. Taking your time is the key to getting a good result here, so you're doing well so far.
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Congratulations on finishing a fine build. Well done! What's next on the slipway for you?
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Thanks Lawrence and Mick for stopping by and for the kind words. Well, it's been a bit of a block party here today. Finished making the blanks for the remaining sizes of blocks, and then got to actually finishing some. I decided to start on the largest size (1/4" or 6.35mm), as I figured these would be easiest to work with and I could refine the technique with them. All went pretty much according to plan. The mods to Chuck's box jig seem to be working well and the new Proxxon drill press is a dream to use. I then put the completed blocks through my series of home-made block tumblers, giving them three minutes in each of the 120 and 400 grits, and then finally five minutes in the 600 grit. Here is the net result of my afternoon's work - 236 x 1/4" "Chucky Blocks": Here's a close-up: Other than a little final tidy up to some of the sheave holes, I think they came out pretty well. Next up, the 3/16" (or 4.75mm), then 5/32" (4mm), and 1/8" (3mm). I'm pretty confident with each of these sizes. I've also prepared blanks for 3/32" (2.5mm) and 5/64" (2mm), but I'm a little less confident with these. We'll see how I go as I work my way down in size.
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HMS Royal William by kay
gjdale replied to kay's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1501 - 1750
Stunningly beautiful work Kay. I can't wait to see more. -
A few what, exactly Augie? Somehow I don't think Mrs Augie would agree with those last coupla words!!!
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Intro to Card Models Part VIII: Building V108 - Miscellaneous Bits
gjdale replied to ccoyle's topic in Card and Paper Models
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That's looking much better Sjors. One tip you might like to try that will help to avoid the problem you just corrected, is to tie every fifth ratline row first, then go back and tie the row in the middle of these (ie the third row) then come back and tie the remainder (ie 2nd and 4th rows). It sounds complicated but is really very easy. I used different coloured highlighter pens on the card template to help keep things straight in my head. Doing it this way helps to keep an even tension on the shrouds and prevents them forming an hour-glass shape.
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Have fun at the show Danny, and we all expect you to come back with the "Best in Show" prize!
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Very interesting to read of your experiments Clare. Sometimes we learn as much from our failures (or those of others ) as we do from our successes. Thanks for sharing and I look forward to reading the detailed story of your future success.
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Bad luck John, but at least it served as a "warm up". Nice to see you back at it after your trip.
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Sound reasoning and good choice for a starting point Max. You are going to fall in love with your Byrnes machines!
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Nice work on the ratlines Sjors. Good choice to insert the extra ones, I think you will be well pleased with the end result.
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Looking great Mobbsie. I see you've resumed your warp speed for building!
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Lots of good advice already. When you do decide to buy a tool, buy Byrnes! These tools are not only a joy to use, but are works of art in their own right. So, if you end up not getting the use out of it, you can always frame it and add it to your art collection!
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Bummer Andy! Have a safe trip - Peggy will be waiting patiently when you return.
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Oh goodie - ratlines! Can I watch?
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Thanks for the congrats everyone - guess this means I'm officially a gas bag! Andy - I think I'll avoid that other table, there's very strong winds over there! Mark - you are absolutely right, but then again, that's half the fun. And there are so many clever people on this site to "borrow" ideas from.
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