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  1. Tigersteve
    Superb! 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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    I have to agree with this. You have the cleanest build following Chuck. I know when Erik catches up with you his will be clean as well. Steve
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    Hi- very nice build so far. I've been following along. I've been using Tamiya red for my build and it's been working out for me. It is very thin right out of the jar so I do not even thin it before using. I use several coats and sand before the final coats. I'm also a big fan of elmers wood glue. It's easy to clean up and rip off pieces when needed, which is often for me! Steve
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    Looks good. You will like it even better when it's on the model. Steve
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    All I can say is wow! You are not going to want to give this one up! :-) Steve
  12. Tigersteve
    Bob is right. Your last photo tells the story of your success. You did such a great job there that it looks real and not a model. Steve
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    Thank you for the feedback, Rodger. Definitely things to consider. I suppose I could also use rotary tool accessories in a drill press for things like sanding, etc. I will have to look more into it. I am open to any recommendations from people as well. Other issue is budget. Hence why my other option is purchasing something that can mount my rotary tool and also serve as a drill press. Steve
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    With the inability to drill perfectly vertical by hand into the mast dowel, I am looking into purchasing a drill press or Dremel Rotary tool workstation. I own a WEN Rotary tool and would want to use that in the workstation. I like the idea of being able to mount the rotary tool. I have no idea if it would fit. On these types of purchases I like to think long term. I would appreciate any thoughts and advice. I was looking at these options: Dremel 220-01 Rotary Tool Workstation Drill Press Work Station with Wrench https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00068P48O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fqHJyb2C31Y3X WEN 4208 8-Inch 5 Speed Drill Press https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HQONFVE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ezHJybMFQJF99 Steve
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    Nicely done on the ship and the wand! Steve
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    Nice! Steve
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    I second what Pat said. Very cool. Steve
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    Nicely done. Almost there! Steve
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    Look forward to learning from you! Steve
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    You keep impressing us! Steve
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    Can someone post an illustration or photo of a square knot? I'm not sure if what I'm finding online is correct. Thank you. Steve
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    Fantastic! Steve
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    Congrats! It looks great. I think you made a good choice for your next. Karl and Andy are both doing great logs on the Pride of Baltimore. Steve
  24. Tigersteve
    Looks great! Best Niagra on the block. Lol I know those are clove hitches for the ratlines, but what type of knot did you tie at the end of them? I'm not sure if my question is clear. Steve
  25. Tigersteve
    It was at this point in the build that I was going to switch to the Pinnace and come back to this later, but I have changed directions. I will display them separately. I made a small modification to the rudder (can you tell what it is?). Here are photos of where it stands. Masting and rigging is next! Steve

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