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Heronguy

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    Skiing, weaving, physics.

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  1. Heronguy started following The Master Shipwright's Secrets, Le Coureur 1776 by UdoK - CAFmodel 1/48 POF, Tender Avos by etsinko - Master Korabel - 1:72 and 6 others
  2.    Heronguy reacted to a post in a topic: Half Hull Planking Project
  3.    Heronguy reacted to a post in a topic: Lady Eleanor by Blue Ensign - Vanguard Models - Scale 1:64
  4.    mtaylor reacted to a post in a topic: Charles Davis - The Built-up Ship Model - $0 plus postage : TAKEN
  5. Heronguy
    The book has been claimed. Not available any longer.
  6.    coalman reacted to a post in a topic: Lady Eleanor by Blue Ensign - Vanguard Models - Scale 1:64
  7.    mtaylor reacted to a post in a topic: Zulu class Blueprints - Muirneag underhill
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  10. Heronguy
    I was just gifted with a set of blueprints for the Zulu Muirneag. Plans were drawn by Harold Underhill in the 1950's. His book "Plan-on-Frame Models" has reduced version of three of the plans. I can't use the blueprint set so they're listed in Traders... One source of detail.
  11. Heronguy
    An unblemished, and perhaps unopened copy of this classic. I have it already so I'm offering this one to whomever wants it. I'll just ask for the postage cost.
  12. Heronguy
    These are Harold Underhill's 6 sheet blueprints of the Muirneag. Volume 1 of his Plank-on-Frame Models has versions of 3 of the 6 sheets. This is the full set. They are apparently available online in digital format for about $70. Asking $30 plus shipping cost.
  13. Heronguy
    A friend gave me her husband's copies of Plank-on-Frame Model volumes 1 & 2. Since they are already on my shelf I'd be happy to sell them. Both in very fine condition. They seem to be boy $40 on abe books. I'll sell for $20 plus postage.
  14.    Matt D reacted to a post in a topic: HMS Winchelsea 1764 by Heronguy - 1/48
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  18. Heronguy
    Encouraging - thank you!
  19. Heronguy
    Thanks for the advice. I had cut the frame guides from some 3/64" sheet but couldn't get them to stay in place even with rubber band pressure. Clearly then 'll have to unglue the ST-CD upright and adjust the slots until things more closely match the framing guide.
  20. Heronguy
    Now I have run into some difficulty and would benefit from advice! I'll preface my problem with a reminder that I had decided to try to scratch build. To me that meant milling my own wood and using Chuck's plans to cut out all the pieces rather that using the lasercut components. I did purchase the chapter 1 laser cut material as a reference. So far I have used it only to compare my scratch bits with the precision ones. (aside : as I look at quarter gallery description in Chuck's build log and the more advanced builds in this group I'm questioning my hubris at attempting this -
  21.    Heronguy reacted to a post in a topic: Syren Ship Model Company news and forthcoming new projects - products
  22. Heronguy
    You're motoring' along I can see I'll have to catch up to you!!
  23.    Heronguy reacted to a post in a topic: HM Cutter Alert by Goemon - Vanguard Models - 1:64
  24.    Heronguy reacted to a post in a topic: HMS Speedy by ErnieL - Vanguard Models - 1/64. 1st planking complete.
  25.    Heronguy reacted to a post in a topic: H.M. Brig-Sloop Speedy by glennard2523 - Vanguard Models
  26.    Heronguy reacted to a post in a topic: Lady Eleanor by Blue Ensign - Vanguard Models - Scale 1:64
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  29. Heronguy
    Hi Popeye, i had scans of the instructions that I sent off to sandcastle. All is well
  30. Heronguy
    I have scans of instructions for my version of Bluenose II ans well as the later version from Artesania Latina. That I can send.
  31. Heronguy
    One of my 1st build was the Bluenose II. I hope your enjoying it
  32. Heronguy
    I'm used to seeing the planks narrow at the bow. I wonder if that will improve the lay of the planks for you?
  33. Heronguy
    My appetite seems to exceed my capacity. I’m a bit embarrassed about my attention span. But it is kinda fun!
  34. Heronguy
    The kit instructions simply suggest attaching a small eye pin with the twisted wire holding the deadeye. The stem of the eye pin is inserted into a drilled hole in the rail and affixed with glue. Once again I had to use CA to bond the wire to the wood. (The chainplates mounted on the hull are not connected to the deadeye - just simulating the practice on the actual ship) I’ve “tested” each one with a good tug to see if they may hold when under tension from shrouds and don’t expect too many challenges there! A long time from now at the current rate!!!

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