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  1. Tigersteve
    Nirvana- I think you are right about our sole two longboats. I'm sure once they're finished there will come a new builder. This project is a good lure for a beginner because of its price point and nice looking finished model. I'm liking the brass unblackened. I'm in process of constructing the thwarts. Not adding the grooves. They didn't add much to my model and will look better without. Steve
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    Precision is the word you are looking for. Exciting to see this build take place. Steve
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    Well done! Steve
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    Awesome! Steve
  5. Tigersteve
    Nice boat Karl! Steve
  6. Tigersteve
    Thanks Erik. I guess we'll see how correct they are when I install the thwarts! The grooves were working out ok but not as neat as I wanted. Then I was running out of that size strip. Decided it wasn't worth the effort. Steve
  7. Tigersteve
    Risers installed. Another tricky install. They are as symmetrical as I could get them. No grooves. Wasted too much wood. I will try on the thwarts. Steve
  8. Tigersteve
    Nice job, Mike! That will sand out nicely. What finish are you going for? Color of stain, etc. I've been happy with a thorough sanding, pre stain, and natural stain. Then WOP. How was she to plank compared to the longboat? Same or a bit easier? Not looking forward to it myself. Glad you have your eyes on the whaleboat. That looks like a niice project. Steve
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    Mike- just came across this build. Very nice! Steve
  10. Tigersteve
    Thank you for the kind words. They are a great motivator for me. Trying to keep it as clean as possible without going nuts. Although it's easier said than done. This kit looks simple but it's extremely challenging as you know. I look forward to sharing more progress. I'm taking it slow. Life really slows the build down. Steve
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    I like the most subtle option. Try drilling holes, filling them with regular wood filler then sand and stain natural or satin. Take time drilling straight lines. This screwed me up with my build. Steve
  12. Tigersteve
    More natural lighting or just more light in general will help these photos tremendously. Steve
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    Best of luck! Lots of talented folks on here to help you. Steve
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    I second that. Nice work! Steve
  15. Tigersteve
    Look forward to what you decide to do with her display. Also waiting on this surprise you mentioned. Steve
  16. Tigersteve
    I like the start of your base. Will you cover with glass? Steve
  17. Tigersteve
    Thank you everyone! I'm feeling much better about this... Steve
  18. Tigersteve
    I'm sure your wheel will turn out great. Too bad the ship's wheel and other things are not just laser cut wood pieces. Steve
  19. Tigersteve
    I've been back and forth about this all day. I'm not really happy with the nailhead effect I was going for. They seem out of scale to me and definitely not as clean as should be. I have taken off the platforms and sanded the ink off and done the same with the floorboards. I will re-stain and re-glue. Definitely been getting good practice while working on this kit! I know I wouldn't have been happy if I left it the way it was. I will post a picture when this is remedied. Steve
  20. Tigersteve
    Platforms are done. Nailheads are not as crisp as I wanted but they'll have to do. I glued the edges of the strips where the notches would be. Thank you Erik for the file recommendation. Huge help! Risers are next. Steve
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    Beautiful! Steve
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    Very nice Karl! Steve
  23. Tigersteve
    Looks like a solid start to me. Take your time and redo something if it doesn't look to your satisfaction. Awaiting your progress. Steve
  24. Tigersteve
    Little too clean- don't you think, Mike? Just kidding it looks great! Steve
  25. Tigersteve
    She's looking good. Very clean. Your other hobby work looks sharp as well. Steve

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