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I think the same applies to the lances, but the closer picture shows 'frills' much closer to 12 inches. I have no real idea why they exist on a lance on a boat in the hunt. The line to the wrist is on the lance, the killing weapon, not the harpoon. Grizzly stuff. -
If I understand correctly, you are asking about a hole called a 'lance tail'. I do not know for sure if this is the answer but here goes: A whaler's lance was a close quarters tool. It had a wrought iron head about five or six feet long fixed to a hickory pole about the same length. A line from the pole ended in a loop worn around the user's wrist. The lance was driven home, often repeatedly, and the mate had the job of hanging on while the struggle got rough. To keep the lance straight was a difficult task and had to be done immediately and rapidly while fighting the whale so a slot was provided in the bow area. The lance was rammed into the slot and the mate levered the handle to straighten the shaft, often in seconds in the middle of a kill. I do not know the name given to the slot for this horrific purpose but the position of the hole indicated fits (if I understood the question). HTH Bruce
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To be pedantic, bolt it down before doing any tuning. Have fun!
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Jorge, For what it is worth, here is my opinion: do not attempt to use the saw (or judge it) until you have bolted it down solidly to a worktop. Do not use 'vibration dampening' rubber feet, just tighten it down directly to the bench. Get some good blades. Then, set it up from scratch following the makers' instructions. Once that is done you will be able to figure out if the saw is adequate for your needs. Bear in mind that if you replace the saw on the basis of current performance, you will have to follow the process above to set up your new one properly anyway. HTH, Bruce
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Jorge, is your saw bolted down?
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ancre La Jacinthe 1823 by guraus - Scale 1:48
bruce d replied to guraus's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1801 - 1850
Alexandru, Fantastic. Well done. I especially like your deck work and boat. Regards. Bruce -
Wait! Did it say the boat was collapsible, or the soldiers?
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Newcomer looking for help with Cutty Sark rigging
bruce d replied to Ann's topic in Masting, rigging and sails
Hello Ann and welcome to MSW. Your story is proof, if any was needed, that this is a hobby with a purpose. I am sure you will get pleasure from completing a task with such deep personal connections and hopefully the forum will be useful: it usually is. Regards, Bruce -
Hello Graham, I have just discovered your log and am greatly impressed. I had a quick skim through and believe the next thing is for me to go back to the start because just about every post I saw had something good. Regards, Bruce
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Now that is a pretty good trick: 17ft long, 100 soldiers with kit and drawing three inches of water! Reminds me of a modern cruise ship.
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So let's see: he was a fake bone model seller working for Bonaparte. Does that make him a Boney phoney? Or a model spy? I know, shuddup and go back to sleep ....
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Yes it does. When I saw it, that is exactly what I thought but wondered how often is it applied to a model? Now that the subject is itching me, I will see what is hidden in my shelves or digital stash that tells the story. Thanks, Bruce
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Thanks Druxey. And the next question: where is that rule written down? This isn't meant to sound picky. I looked at the planking on Toni's Swallow and saw a wide plank and a narrowed plank side-by-side to make good a section where the curve is subtle. I refer to the planking around the aft hatchway, better shown in the photo below.
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Toni, many thanks for the first class descriptions and images. There is something in the picture in post#44 that has made me think. This hurts so I hope you can cast a bit of light on the subject. I have indicated (with bad skill) the shaped planks around the deck fixtures. I have seen something like this before but do not know the rules. Are there rules? Are they dependant on the era? Lovely job on Swallow, I am learning every day. Bruce
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In light of the current situation I am putting the 'free stuff' on hold. I will repost once parcels and packages are safe again. Take care, Bruce
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In light of the current situation I am cancelling the 'free stuff'. I will repost once parcels and packages become safe again. Take care, Bruce
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What is a jewel iron and what does it look like?
bruce d replied to Roger Fyre's topic in Masting, rigging and sails
From The New Shorter Oxford English Dictionary: jewel-block (nautical). either of two small blocks suspended at the ends of main and fore-topsail yards, through which the halyards or studding-sails are passed. There is no mention of 'jewel iron'. Hope this helps. -
Moxis, what a tidy workshop!
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Hello Candice, I don't want to guess how the rules are applied in your area but gunsmiths use chemical blackening solutions as well. If anyone who is still trading overlaps that industry perhaps they can help? It is a sad surprise to hear hardware shops are shut. Here in the UK they are deemed essential because of the cleaning materials they sell. Good luck, Bruce
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Hegner. Built to last, good customer service.
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I just upgraded my Scheppach bandsaw to a METABO BAS261. I love it! Big enough to do some real work and still a benchtop machine. I used FFX Tools and they bent over backwards to get delivery sorted despite the current conditions.
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Alan, I just want to speak up and say how much I enjoy your 'press releases'. Many thanks, Bruce
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Mini Table Saw recommendations
bruce d replied to captainscott's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
Tony, can I ask have you found a good UK/EU source for blades? -
I am having a clearout and have posted in the Traders etc. section: Please also read the post 'Free stuff for MSW forum readers: this not a drill' for a bit more info. This stuff has to go so if you haven't already seen the posts, have a look.
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