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  1. Keith Simmons
    Thanks Patrick, I flip flopped on the color, but beginning to like it myself. I sure am learning some new skills on this project such as working in smaller scale, exciting, can't wait to dive into the ketch.... Cheers Mate Keith
  2. Keith Simmons
    A bit more progress on the 90 sloop, cabins set and decking going in. Decided to follow through with the Walnut inlay in the deck, think it will work... Found out that actually working on 2 hulls at once is harder than I thought. In this case it works out better since I won't make the same mistakes on the 150 ketch..... Since I built one without a frame, I'm going to attempt a pegged timber frame for the ketch. You'd think I would just learn how to do a real hull construction, but I don't roll that way.... Thanks for looking in, Keith
  3. Keith Simmons
    Making some progress, finally starting to look like something. After all was said and done the floating frame removal did work. Not sure why that is such a big thing to me, but it was a challenge...lol Just about ready to place Walnut cabins and run Maple decking. Here are some progress pics... Thanks for looking in, Keith
  4. Keith Simmons
    Outstanding work Frank, Will be watching closely and hopefully, I can learn something.... Keith
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  6. Keith Simmons
    Yeah, What? no running water? Nice work mate...
  7. Keith Simmons
    Outstanding Mark, the detail is excellent....
  8. Keith Simmons
    Looks like a useful tool, I like it....
  9. Keith Simmons
    Hi all, Well, here is another build that is a bit out of my comfort zone but something I had to try. I am building both Yachts at the same time to work out the details on the 90 and apply them to the 150 which I hope to display prominently over my fireplace.. With some basic dimensions, a scale conversion calculator ( using these numbers as a base line) and some pictures I started by making the deck layouts. The 90 will be 37 1/2" L with a beam of 7" and a draft of 4". The 150 is 46 1/2" L with a beam of 8" and a 5" draft. As I don't have the classic expertise in hull builds maybe my idea of a floating frame will work, we shall see.Hope everything goes well and I don't disappoint..... Thanks for looking, Keith
  10. Keith Simmons
    Hi again Patrick, These yachts caught my eye because of the sheer beauty of them. During my research I found that the designer from Humphreys Yacht Design, used the J class as his inspiration. He said he especially wanted to pay homage to the great yachts of the 1930s. One thing for sure, these two yachts won't be small, I haven't achieved the level of miniaturization you are so adept at... Cheers and keep up the great work. Keith
  11. Keith Simmons
    Well Patrick, Just noticed you did a J class yacht and a wonderful job of it too !!!!! You have set the bar very high.... Still don't know how you get so much detail in a small package.... Once again, very nice model Cheers, Keith
  12. Keith Simmons
    Hi Cathead, It is just a fantasy tug, I usually start out by making some crazy hull and let the build process determine where I go.In this case I was already working on a hull then I saw your post, Eureka! a steam tug, lol. Thanks for your comments. Take care, Keith
  13. Keith Simmons
    Hello Giorgio,...I like the lines of your hull. Great job, looking forward to further images. Good luck on the rest o your build... Keith
  14. Keith Simmons
    Hi Patrick, Your yacht is just amazing!... I am in awe of the detail you achieved in such a small area. Keep up the good work.... Keith
  15. Keith Simmons
    Hi Cathead, After seeing your thread I decided to take the hull design I was working on and create my twist on a river tug. Once I got started I added a second mission to the tug as a hemp trader just because I had the hemp string..lol
  16. Keith Simmons
    Hi Bob, that is one good looking ship. I am quite sure you will create a wonderful model of her. Good luck on your build, will be watching the fun. Keith
  17. Keith Simmons
    Hi Cathead, I have been thinking about attempting a scratch built riverboat. Your thread has me thinking a bit harder about how I can take a riverboat and put my twist on it...lol. Thanks again for the thread, will be watching...
  18. Keith Simmons
    Patrick, As far as I am concerned, building on such a small scale is amazing, And the real benefit of that scale is it is easy to find a display space, my ships take up whole walls ...lol..
  19. Keith Simmons
    Hi Patrick, The yacht is looking great ! I am always amazed at the detail in such a small scale model, that takes pure talent...Good job Mate...
  20. Keith Simmons
    I generally skip any sealer by just applying a thin first coat of finish and sanding lightly to knock off the hairs, then build up the finish from there. I find this method maintains the original color of the wood and creates a deeper looking finish.
  21. Keith Simmons
    Thanks Patrick, I kind of hated to finish that one....
  22. Keith Simmons
    On the misty morn of the Summer solstice the Quenyan priests gather at the shore of Lake Evendim to board the Kalavente for the annual crossing in prayer to Tarannon, Lord of the Gate.....
  23. Keith Simmons
    I recently binge watched the Lord of the Rings series and got inspired. Think I'm going to build an Elven dock to display the ship... Hanta ! ( Quenyan thank you )
  24. Keith Simmons
    After much staring at this ship I came to the conclusion that my original sail configuration was just too busy for me. I decided to have only one mast and this is the end result. All that is left to do is finish the shrouds and some rigging....
  25. Keith Simmons
    Thanks for the comments, I envisioned the Kalavente ( Ship of Light ) as the Quenya ( a race of Elves ) way to cross Lake Evendim on a spiritual quest to pray to Tarannon ( Lord of the Gate ) on the summer solstice.... Thanks Popeye and by the way, my Bernese mountain dogs' name is Loki...lol

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