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Michael, I couldn't find that a hard copy of the thesis is available. This maybe something you have do yourself through FedEx Office Print & Go or Office Depot. I did come across the link below....... https://maineboats.com/print/issue-156/drawing-board-new-catboat-project -
Dutch yacht by henry x - RESTORATION
Keith Black replied to henry x's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1501 - 1750
Oh, hold on there mate. Let's not be hasty lest you/we lose the opportunity to have a bit of merriment. Having said that, I'm a buyer of your worthless model should you tire of the steady rain. -
Dutch yacht by henry x - RESTORATION
Keith Black replied to henry x's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1501 - 1750
The "kit" plans in post #37 clearly show fire buckets historically correct or not. I'm uncertain as to why folks want to attribute this model to anything other than a kit? -
Dutch yacht by henry x - RESTORATION
Keith Black replied to henry x's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1501 - 1750
Why take the chance? I've used paint thinner on many restoration projects and I have enough confidence to saturate the heck out of glued wood (including model ships) and have never had the glue fail due to it's use. Maybe I've been lucky? That's why I said, "use the paint thinner sparingly". Paint thinner is pretty mild, I'll wash my hands in paint thinner. But paint stripper on the other hand is by it's very caustic. Since my first experience using paint stripper eons ago as a kid and the resulting burned skin, now, I always glove up when using it. A museum conservator/restoration expert probably blanches upon hearing paint thinner being used as a cleaner. They have to be very conservative in their restoration efforts as they should be when dealing with priceless and irreplaceable antiquities. I think most use nothing more than spit on a Q-tip and countless hours of gentle wiping. -
Ken, are you familiar with the following and SOS's acceptance of pirate kit manufactures?
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Dutch yacht by henry x - RESTORATION
Keith Black replied to henry x's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1501 - 1750
I wouldn't do that were it I, one doesn't know how the stripper might react with the glue. The level of restoration of any object falls to the current caretakers desires. That ole saw, "it's only original once" is an apt guide for all restorations. Repair the broken bits, by all means. Replace the missing bits, only if in doing so one does not try to pass off the replaced as original. Respect the original builders vision, paint and all. One should look beyond just today but also keep in mind fifty, a hundred, two hundred years in the future and how the then current caretakers decisions will be affected by what one does now. But then I do prattle on, sorry.........KB -
Simon, welcome to MSW and the world of model ship building.
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Dutch yacht by henry x - RESTORATION
Keith Black replied to henry x's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1501 - 1750
I've great success cleaning using Q-tips and paint thinner. Don't be stingy with the Q-tips but use the paint thinner sparingly. You don't want to saturate the Q-tip, just moisten it. Henry, it's a nice looking model (there is too much detail for this to be a decorative model IMHO) and deserves to be brought back to it's former glory. The best to you in your efforts. -
And that what I sought to convey, to use their efforts as a guide, not to necessarily replicate their work. MFS, I wish you only the best in the restoration of your father's model. If there is something you think I might be able to help you with, please ask.
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Unfortunately one can't give a thumps up and a laugh emoji for the same post, Michael but your quote above is funny I don't care who you are. Your work is every bit as amazing, we're blessed to have some truly gifted artist/craftsman here in MSW of which you are one.
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Pat, welcome to MSW. This past weeks events in Texas make me glad my ship sailed from that part of the world ( Midway and George Bush) years ago. I hope you and yours are fairing well in light of the difficult conditions faced by so many in Texas.
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Mic, welcome to MSW. Tie up and enjoy your stay.
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Ekis, you need to set up a couple of trail cams to capture the images of the fairies when they move in. Your work brings out my inner child's delight in the discovery of a world where each footstep opens to dreams and never ending possibilities.
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You may want to look at this build log and others on the Cutty Sark found here within MSW.
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Hello from a newbie with L plates on!
Keith Black replied to Pirategirl's topic in New member Introductions
Jas, welcome to MSW and model ship building. -
Krupi, welcome to MSW.
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Steve, nice work on your model. Welcome to MSW.
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Keith, is that the cowl for the head? Your work is beautiful as always and aren't women amazing creatures. Their ability with thread, yarn, spinning, weaving, and quilt making trips my noodle. God certainly knew what he was doing when He created them as our helpmates. I know I would be cast adrift if it were not for my wife. Your wife is doing lovely work on the netting.......hired help indeed, lucky if you get supper.
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Tom, welcome to MSW.
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Brian, I remember changing the rod bearings in my 46 Chevy pickup out on the curb in Arlington when it was 11 degrees. We drove down from Washington State to visit my folks. I also remember another time driving on two inches of ice coming back from a business trip to Louisiana. Texas winter weather can turn deadly when the Polar Express drops down through Amarillo. Plus you can get a tornado or two in the Spring and 115 degree heat in the summer..........now I remember why I left Texas!
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Michael, my heart goes out to you and Judy. I'm deeply saddened for your loss of Tyra, I still mourn the loss of Amelia who passed away this past August.
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