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    Thanks Ed...yes I read that reference on sheer poles myself. I have a reference somewhere else that makes additional mentioning of sheer poles for shroud twisting and distancing control/prevention. I'll have to find the reference for tarring the lanyards. Superb work. Rob
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    Ed...here is an image of re-rigging the Connie...note: the tackle cinching up the lanyard(as you mention earlier). One thing I want to point out is why so many folks model lanyards with tan line....Yes it was considered running rigging in a sense but it was also standing and needed weather treatment. I have read where it was coated(as all standing rigging was ) in a thinned tar for protection. They are replicating that here on the new Connie rigging......so then why not replicate the same practice on modeling the same? Just wondering. Rob(Avid follower)
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    Interesting read. I gather from all this that in practice a left or right handed twisted shroud coupled with in in or out layed rope with left or right drawn lanyards could cause the shroud entire to twist..making the lanyards roll back over themselves...in essence twisting the entire arrangement. I've seen it happen on models...so it is not unreasonable to imagine it happening in practice. Acute observations. Rob
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    Are you saying your grating is an incorrect representation? I would think you would want ventilation from the space below and if the grating was not present the air from below would be trapped under the awning. Just a guess though. Rob
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    And I completely agree with Jack who whole heartedly agrees with Allen. Rob
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    Wonderful work as usual Ed. I don't know, it must be me,(This is NOT a criticism), but I never use a jig to hold the deadeyes or use wire to establish equal distance for my lanyards. I simply eyeball them...and I'm pretty darn close every time. I'm also guessing they(riggers) never used a jig on the real ships...and I'm also confident, keeping the deadeyes precisely the same height wasn't a major esthetic requirement. The seizing was used for synching up the tension of the shroud and they all stretched at different rates. Irregularities were expected if not common....slight irregularities make the rigging more real-world credible...IMHO On the other hand........a symmetrically rigged ship..is a smart ship. Not to mention it probably makes for a simpler install for some. Sorry for the rant. Impeccable build. Rob
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    Canvas covers a world of details one can avoid messing with....plus the boats were probably canvassed to protect interior supplies and gear. Can't wait. Rob
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    Superb work and at that scale....magnificent! I appreciate fellow metal workers. Rob
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    Fantastic metal working Keith....I really appreciate that kind of attention to detail...and you do it so effortlessly. Rob
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    Skillful repair Michael.... Rob
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    Good night nurse! Magnificent work and splendid craftsmanship. Your technique is outstanding and you have perfected your method, evidenced by your clean work. I applaud you. Rob
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    Patrick....will you be modeling the lobster tail dinner served on the main dinning table? And glasses full of wine? Rob(Do you wear magnifying glasses when you work?)
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    Nils..have you decided on the manner you will attack the boats and davits? Vacuum-form or plug? Rob
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    First liner to sport 4 funnels...and you made her come to life....luv it. Rob
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    Magnificent build! I love the clean precise lines and manner you are working to. Rob
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    Magnificent! What a quality build. Rob
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    Fantastic work...coupled with insight and precision. The thought that went into the fabrication of the tooling let alone the final structure is nothing short of impeccable. Am I mistaken or did you say GAW, that this *version* is for testing procedure and is not the actual model? Rob
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    Love this build....... Thanks for taking this on so I can be impressed. Rob
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    When I took this class...I had no idea of the extent of the education I was going to receive. Beyond impressed...... Rob
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    Beautiful work........just beautiful. Rob
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    Ed...was the parceling a form of weather proofing the seized shroud head loops? I like your representation. Fantastic attention to detail. Rob
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    Wonderful construction...and smooth lines. Rob
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    Fantastic work Tom...love your Connie build......The rigging is the best and I'm really looking forward to your work. Rob
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    Good night nurse! Patrick... Well done and all that detail in shucha small exploded version. Great concept...fine execution. Adding the furnishings will be something entirely. Rob
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    Popeye...I was reading back in the Glory of the Seas log and found my own words that I wanted to finish the Glory before I begin the Great Republic. I got the plans and was intrigued to copy the frame plates....then what would a cut frame look like?.....and so on and so on. And before I knew it...(In one day) I had copied and cut out all the bulkheads....cut the keel and placed all the bulkheads and internal supports...and was ready for planking So...one fabrication led to another....Oh, and looking forward, I had to make my own copper plates and the machine to make them...and so forth and so on..... All the while, forgetting my promise to myself to finish the Glory of the Seas first. That brings me to where I am thustly. I'm almost at the same place with both vessels at this point...and jumping ship now is a good time..plus the change of pace will bring much needed enthusiasm and a break. Rob

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