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  1. Tigersteve
    I think it’s ready for lining off the hull and planking now. Don’t forget to put the transom back on at some point. Steve
  2. Tigersteve
    Roach- Just my iphone with the model placed on a black table. Natural light mostly. I took many photos from different angles and cropped the best ones. Steve
  3. Tigersteve
    Very happy to close up this project! The boat hook was made with a strip of maple lathed with my rotary tool. I used some wire from the kit to make the hook. I was going to add the grapnel hook and had even made a ring for it with some wire, but the line from the kit was unusable so I tossed that idea as I did not want to invest more money into this project. Some final thoughts and again I will compare this kit with the longboat kit. Both challenging kits for sure. I think the planking on the Pinnace is more difficult due to the length and curves of the hull. Additionally, you must plank inboard. I enjoyed making the modifications such as the panelled supports under the seats and the longboard that runs down the center of the boat. Looking back, I wish I had added the stretchers for the rowers. I think that would have been another nice touch. I decided to leave out the splash guard panels as well. Just for kicks I took the longboat out of its case to take a group photo. Thank you everyone for your interest, likes, and support throughout what was probably the slowest build of the English Pinnace. Steve
  4. Tigersteve
    Very nice model. Congratulations! Steve
  5. Tigersteve
    Fairing is coming along nicely. Did a bit of shimming myself like some other builders. It doesn’t show on the finished model, but one must be careful to do it neatly. Steve
  6. Tigersteve
    Just about finished up with this project. The rudder and flying transom were installed. The flying transom was tricky to install as you can imagine. The rudder should fit more tightly against the stern, but I had trouble with the fit earlier on and decided to accept it. The brass tubes used to mount the boat were cut down to 1 1/2” and CA was necessary to create the bond for the brass and the display board. After I create the boat hook I will take the final photos. Steve
  7. Tigersteve
    Nicely done! Steve
  8. Tigersteve
    At the start of this project I had a different plan for the presentation. Holes were never drilled into the keel from the start. Drilling them with the boat on your lap is not recommended. It worked fairly well though. Dry fitting reveals holes not drilled perfectly vertical. I opened up the diameter of the holes slightly so everything can be leveled during installation. I’m hoping I can use wood glue for these bonds so I have enough time to adjust the fit. I might cut the brass tubes from 2” to 1 1/2”. The boat is sitting a bit high for my taste. Is it a mistake to use wood glue for this installation? I really need the open time to make leveling adjustments. Steve
  9. Tigersteve
    The support strips along the top are sufficient and do not allow much give at all. I think many would agree. I am very interested to see how you proceed with planking. Steve
  10. Tigersteve
    The completed oars rest on the display board, which still needs to be drilled and finished. This was difficult to properly photograph. I’m not sure if I’ll add the boat hook as it looks a bit busy when the oars are stowed in the boat. The boat will be mounted on two 1/16” thick brass tubes inserted into the display board. I was considering blackening them, but I think I’ll leave them as is. The tubes will be cut in 2” lengths. Any advice on this procdure? Cutting disk on the rotary tool or razor saw? Steve
  11. Tigersteve
    The new design looks great, Chuck. I say leave scale as is. Feeling very compelled to contradict what I said and build one of these when it’s available. Steve
  12. Tigersteve
    Good points indeed, Cathead and Jim, especially if you look at the amount invested in the kit and the tools. Steve
  13. Tigersteve
    Ok- regarding the rotary tool. You can get one for $20. A good idea even for a beginner. Steve
  14. Tigersteve
    How long is the model going to be? Awesome to watch your kit development take place. Steve
  15. Tigersteve
    Very cool. Steve
  16. Tigersteve
    This is very impressive. Steve
  17. Tigersteve
    Chuck- You could probably just offer a full kit with parts, rope, blocks, etc. I wonder if a starter package is even necessary? This kit will fly off the shelves. Maybe just a choice of Cedar or Cherry wood if possible. Price difference as appropriate. I can’t commit at this point to the group project as I’m about to come off a marathon of building your MS boat kits and need a break from boats. ;-) I will be interested in your kit a bit down the line for sure. Steve
  18. Tigersteve
    Thanks for posting that video, Doris. What material are you using? Is it Sculplay? Steve
  19. Tigersteve
    Where is the video you mention on Doris’ sculpting procedure? Steve
  20. Tigersteve
    Agreed- don’t forget to brace the transom. Steve
  21. Tigersteve
    I look forward to your next longboat. Steve
  22. Tigersteve
    Thanks everyone! I’m feeling much better about this update. I used tiny nailheads from my Mayflower kit to simulate the bolts for the “iron” strap at the stern. The nailheads were clipped and glued onto the strap upside down. This allowed me to grip them with tweezers for their placement. Afterwards, they were sanded flush, painted black, and weathering powder applied. Steve
  23. Tigersteve
    “Ironwork” completed. The black styrene and weathering powder worked out great. Of course, everything was crisp and clean until gluing the wire with CA to simulate the bolts. Everything was sanded prior to weathering and applying Testor’s dull coat. I applied this with a small brush. The strap at the stern was redone three times. At that point, there was no drilling back into the boat to insert the wire (bolts) because some wire was left in the wood. This would prevent new holes from being drilled. I will approach this process differently in my next project. The rudder is dry fit at this point until the boat is mounted on pedestals. Back to working on the display board and oars. Steve
  24. Tigersteve
    An amazing model, Thomas, and a great tutorial. Steve
  25. Tigersteve
    Price point, look of the completed model, size. It was difficult, but with the support from members on MSW, I was able to complete it. I have some technical experience and arts background. I chose the Pinnace as my next model because I had been curious how different it would be. It’s actually more challenging. Steve

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