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  1. Tigersteve
    I appreciate all the feedback and likes. I remade one chainplate/deadeye as I did not like how it was sitting higher than the other deadeye. Found a better way to make it by wrapping the wire around the deadeye and making the seam near the opening for the nail. Decision made about the rigging. I will present it partially rigged and lashed down (mast and oars on the gallows bits). Thank you, Cathead, for the encouragement! I think I was leaning towards this from the start. I unraveled the ME line. It seems useless for the tasks ahead. I picked up some poly/cotton thread. I'm going to get a spool of brown as well. Take a look at the line that came with the kit compared to the spools I purchased for about $1.50 each. Steve
  2. Tigersteve
    Nice! Your photos are clear. No worries. Have not forgotten about your surprise.(missing windlass) Glad you're enjoying rigging. I'm looking forward to mine as well. Steve
  3. Tigersteve
    This is really inpressive work! Steve
  4. Tigersteve
    Bowsprit step, deadeyes, chainplates installed. Needless to say it was difficult. You'll notice filled holes on the display base. No iron rings will be installed. Annoying lesson learned. Now to make a decision on the rigging: fully rigged (boat unlashed) or partially rigged with mast on the gallows bits along with oars and such stowed in the boat and on the bits (boat lashed to four eyehooks that would be installed on the base. Many rope coils will be needed. Any thoughts? Steve
  5. Tigersteve
    Thank you for the info. I will return the thread I bought and pick up some poly/cotton. I just about completed adding chainplates and deadeyes. I completed the iron rings for the display but didn't like the way they looked. Ended up filling the holes. I have to refinish it. I will post a photo of the stand and boat when that's compete. I have to adjust one deadeye. Steve
  6. Tigersteve
    Loving this build, Mike! Steve
  7. Tigersteve
    Nicely done! Chuck's boats are well designed, but tricky. How long is that boat in inches? Just curious as I'm building the longboat kit, which has a length of 6 1/2". Steve
  8. Tigersteve
    I was considering that presentation as well. I'm leaning towards fully rigging her though. For now at least. I really want to lash her though either way. (Sounds terrible, doesn't it? ;-) I picked up some cotton thread at the craft store for the rigging. I may use the kit provided tan for the lanyards and grapnel coil to add some dimension to the rigging. In my head it all looks great! Steve
  9. Tigersteve
    Thanks guys! Nirvana, I had those thoughts, but I could not resist following through with this idea. Originally, I hadn't planned on planking the base. Now I must decide: iron rings or no iron rings. I'm thinking a row of 5 on each side. (Below photo shows rings dry fit and need to be blackened) Have no fear, when the oars are placed on the gallows bits, it balances the presentation. Steve
  10. Tigersteve
    The display base is inspired by the Brig Syren's longboat lashed to its deck. I used Chuck's practicum as a guide for designing the gallows bits and tried to proportion the measurements. Attached is a photo of the measurements I used. I ended up using the 3/16" planking stock from the Pinnace kit. I plan to use maple for that kit anyway. The kit supplied display board was warped and unusable so I used a 4"x8" basswood board, which was planked over with the 3/16" stock. This display will allow me to present the oars on the gallows bits. Haven't decided if I will "lash" the boat as well. I'm considering adding "iron" rings to the base/deck as well. Any thoughts?? Steve
  11. Tigersteve
    Thank you everyone for the likes and kind words! Mike, I appreciate your comments. I do a little bit of work at a time in efforts to keep it "crisp". ;-) Steve
  12. Tigersteve
    Awesome! Steve
  13. Tigersteve
    I just ordered the lamp also! Steve
  14. Tigersteve
    Those chainplates and deadeyes were tricky right?! I'm going to also try to rig the mast before the install. So close!! Well- you, not me. Lol Steve
  15. Tigersteve
    Excellent work! What's the link for the LED lamp you bought? Steve
  16. Tigersteve
    Great reference! The boat looks sharp! Sfeve
  17. Tigersteve
    Curious to see that illustration if possible. Steve
  18. Tigersteve
    Thanks guys! The paint is Tamiya flat black and flat red. Steve
  19. Tigersteve
    Chainplates, deadeyes, and remaining metalwork are done! I should rename this build log "That was Harder than Expected". I didn't expect drilling holes in the tiny brass strips would be possible so my solution was to use eyehooks instead. I should have been more selective with the deadeyes as the holes are drilled better in some. It's not perfect but hopefully it won't be noticeable after the lanyards are tied. I'm going to work on the display stand next. I have a new presentation planned that I haven't seen on MSW before so hopefully it comes out as planned. Steve
  20. Tigersteve
    I think you should be proud of this ship. It looks great. Doesn't look like an easy one to build. Steve
  21. Tigersteve
    Good thing you're back. There aren't enough builds of this one. I'll follow along too. Nice job so far. Steve
  22. Tigersteve
    What, no engine? Looks great. Steve
  23. Tigersteve
    Nicely done! Steve
  24. Tigersteve
    Maybe match the finish of the boat? Not sure which color stain you used. Good to see you back. Steve
  25. Tigersteve
    Good to see you back, Mike. Everything seems time consuming on the longboat so I'm not surprised it's much different for the pinnace. It's coming along nicely. Steve

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