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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
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Great reference! The boat looks sharp! Sfeve
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Curious to see that illustration if possible. Steve
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Thanks guys! The paint is Tamiya flat black and flat red. Steve
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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
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I think you should be proud of this ship. It looks great. Doesn't look like an easy one to build. Steve
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Maybe match the finish of the boat? Not sure which color stain you used. Good to see you back. Steve
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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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I know this is not much of an update for you folks, but this took me a long time to complete. Here's the work after the snapping of 5 drill bits, 1 broken mast, and 3 productions of gaff jaws. The jaws are made from one piece of wood and could still be a little thinner, but I'm hoping it won't look out of scale on the model. Drilling the tiny holes has been a challenge throughout the project for me. Ironwork and chainplates will be fabricated next. After that I will construct the display base before the rigging. Steve
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Bob, I second that. It was exciting to come across your build of this when I started my longboat and then to get to see you work through completing it. I assure you that we who are still working on it are "borrowing" some of your innovations and techniques. You make me want to start over! Haha Congrats!! Steve
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Nice! What brand drill press do you use? Steve
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3rd round of gaff jaw production now. Really hating basswood at the moment. I am determined to succeed though. Wood keeps splitting near the holes. Not purchasing better wood until the next project. Steve
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It's getting better and better. What are you using to blaken the metal? I'll be looking in. I am using black paint for my current project but will use some sort of blackening agent for the next. Steve
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Looking forward to your painting of this one. Regarding painting by hand vs airbrush/spray- if you can get the surface sanded well, then you should be able to get a good finish by hand on the paint. On my longboat, the finish of the paint inboard was not as smooth as the exterior because i was not able to sand the area well. Sorry- can't offer advice on the spray paint or airbrushing. Steve
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Nicely done, Karl! Looks great. Congrats. Steve
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Thanks again everyone for the likes and support. I hope all my fellow longboat builders are progressing with their builds. Mine is moving at a snail's pace at the moment. Shaping the mast, boom, bowsprit, and gaff with my drill as a lathe was an easy task. However, crafting the gaff jaws has been tricky. I'm on my second round of it. Below is a rough photo of this work since it may be a while before this stage is complete. Steve
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This looks like a cool project, Mike. I will follow along. I see a lot of ongoing projects going on for you. Don't stay away from Niagra for too long! Lol Ship building procrastination. Steve
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