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rwiederrich got a reaction from Vladimir_Wairoa in Great Republic 1853 by rwiederrich - FINISHED - four masted extreme clipper
I toned down the light a bit so you can see the top fairleads better.
Things are progressing..
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rwiederrich got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Great Republic 1853 by rwiederrich - FINISHED - four masted extreme clipper
Now on to running some of the sail control lines down through the top fairleads and to the shroud fairleads.
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rwiederrich got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Great Republic 1853 by rwiederrich - FINISHED - four masted extreme clipper
Finished up both sides and the futtock ratlines..
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rwiederrich got a reaction from Bob Cleek in Great Republic 1853 by rwiederrich - FINISHED - four masted extreme clipper
Spent a bit of time on the ratlines..here is one side finished.
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rwiederrich got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Great Republic 1853 by rwiederrich - FINISHED - four masted extreme clipper
No...I used a compass/caliper. Occasionally I will not get everyone spot on...but that isn't a real issue for me....the ratlines are straight. The alligator clips have had their teeth bent inward and flattened so they only clamp. I clamp the deadeye with one and the shrouds with another to hold the line close...then seize off the line in between them. Makes the chore much easier.
I'll add the ratlines then finish the rigging for the lower topsail and main course. I'll have around only 12~16 lines going through fairleads at that time.
So many additions I will be adding in the fab of the main mast....things I had to add after the thought to the foremast. I'm glad I made my mistakes only on one mast...repairs and additions were not that bad...but if I had to do that on all 3 mounted masts...there would have been trouble in river city.
Rob(Thanks everyone for the fine likes and comments)
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rwiederrich got a reaction from mtaylor in Bristol Pilot Cutter by michael mott - 1/8 scale - POF
Wonderful metallurgy.........Michael.
It just keeps getting better, every time I look in....love it.
Rob
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rwiederrich got a reaction from FrankWouts in HMS ROYAL KATHERINE 1664 by Doris - 1/55 - CARD
I suspected that...but I thought I'd ask. The angle appears to be significant in relations to the distance of the hole(Bowsprit exit) from the foot.
Rob
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rwiederrich got a reaction from FrankWouts in HMS ROYAL KATHERINE 1664 by Doris - 1/55 - CARD
The doors are magnificent...I assume they are made from the vinyl as well?
One question: I noticed the offset of the bowsprit exit hole and the bowsprit foot are not aligned...is there some reason for this? Sometimes the bowsprit is laid port or starboard of the foremast because of proximity....but I would still think the exit and foot would be parallel to one another.
Just noticing.
Your work is so wonderful its hardly fathomable that it is made from card stock and some self adhesive vinyl laminate and modeling compound.
The folks who build exclusively with wood, would have a rough time keeping up with your standard......
Just wonderful work Doris.
Rob
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rwiederrich got a reaction from FrankWouts in HMS ROYAL KATHERINE 1664 by Doris - 1/55 - CARD
2 seats of ease for a hundred... requiring release from the stresses of their day....seams a bit short sighted. On the designers part....
Your model is looking superb...
Rob
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rwiederrich got a reaction from FrankWouts in HMS ROYAL KATHERINE 1664 by Doris - 1/55 - CARD
I have several rotary cutters...but you still need to draw it along the edge of a straight edge of some kind...to maintain evenness.
I hope she pipes in and will honor us with her method...
Rob
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rwiederrich got a reaction from FrankWouts in HMS ROYAL KATHERINE 1664 by Doris - 1/55 - CARD
Upon further investigation...I commend you on your tedious attention to the repetitious.
The material you are using is exactly what I thought it was. A vinyl lament used to cover MDF and to simulate wood.
It can be purchased in a plethora of colors and grains.
Your extensive use of it is very evident and well executed. The only draw back for me is that you have to cut every plank/panel by hand.
Cutting many strips requires good strong edges and clean even lines....you , evidently have mastered that.
I appreciate your use of it as trim...molding...and edging. Painting it gold, brown, black.....whatever color you need. Wonderful!
Casting the hundreds of figurines and molding, using a master mold is also quite industrious....Great Job!
Now that I have a background on your technique...I see you have mastered it and the results are exquisite.
Wonderful...just wonderful.
Rob
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rwiederrich got a reaction from FrankWouts in HMS ROYAL KATHERINE 1664 by Doris - 1/55 - CARD
I am glad you expounded further for my benefit. I was not privy to your original explanation on this technique.
Several questions, if I may?
What is your source for these *foils*? Do they come in several widths or are you limited to the width they are made in? Do they come pre-colored and then you modify the color as you have described?
If memory serves me correctly....I think this material is a self adhering vinyl....used primarily for furniture repair and for simulated wood applications.
I noticed you used the material on the wood floor of the cabin you were dressing out. And a similar wood grained material on the walls.
Your application of this material is nothing short of amazing.
Rob(Why the hair dryer?)
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rwiederrich got a reaction from Piet in MS Progress by popeye the sailor - Billing Boats - 1:50 scale
Fantastic job......for this being your first POB...you have apparently mastered some forming techniques.
This will be another fine fishing vessel for your collection. Wonderful work.
Enjoying your build.
Rob
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rwiederrich got a reaction from Chasseur in Great Republic 1853 by rwiederrich - FINISHED - four masted extreme clipper
Now that the yards are all sized...I will begin by starting from the top(disregard the main yards progress...it was done out of sequence), first by rigging the royal yard and mounting it first, then the topgallant, and so forth and so on.......
I lurnt some things...and this time.....I will fully rig the yards prior to mounting. I hope to expedite the main from experience I gathered from the previous mast.
Rob
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rwiederrich got a reaction from hexnut in Great Republic 1853 by rwiederrich - FINISHED - four masted extreme clipper
I then decided to make the main yards....so I fashioned them and then decided to make the main yard...with its foot ropes and stirrups.
This one has all the pad eyes installed...even the sheet chain guide and truss.
Rob
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rwiederrich got a reaction from Chasseur in Great Republic 1853 by rwiederrich - FINISHED - four masted extreme clipper
This would be a prudent move.....I agree. However, I think I will not add the backstays until I first add some of the main stays. I want them installed inboard before I do outboard work. It will be some doing, but I agree.
I opted to not do the stays tonight, but rather focus on making eye bolts for the many block connections that will be taking place on the masts as well as the yards.
But first I chose to make a new tool to make this process move along much quicker.
So I fashioned a hoop for my hand drill...make a collet to fit it because the stainless steel hoop wire was far to small for the drill vice.
Once done I was able to knock out several dozen in no time.
Here are a few pix of the job...one with a finished padeye on it....another showing the tool and still another showing the beginning process as I first begin to twist the eye(this one is not finished)
Rob
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rwiederrich got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Bristol Pilot Cutter by michael mott - 1/8 scale - POF
Wonderful metallurgy.........Michael.
It just keeps getting better, every time I look in....love it.
Rob
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rwiederrich got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Bristol Pilot Cutter by michael mott - 1/8 scale - POF
I'm impressed with the entirety of the image...not just your masterful work on the ship.....
Rob(I applaud you)
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rwiederrich got a reaction from FrankWouts in HMS ROYAL KATHERINE 1664 by Doris - 1/55 - CARD
In most instances the offset for the bowsprit was established because of the internal proximity of the foremast and the bowsprit. Because the forecastle was short and tall, the bowsprit and foremast found no room to be on axis with one another...so they did indeed offset the bowsprit by fashioning it beside the foremast. I know this,....however, in one of the images Doris took of her additional seats of relief addition...the angle of the exit for the bowsprit and the bowsprit foot is too acute...resulting in the bowsprit being exaggerated to port by almost 20degrees....from what I can tell.
My original question was centered around that angle....NOT that, was that angle(Or offset) correct.
I can only assume the bowsprit will be fashioned NEXT to the seat and not ON the seat...
Question:
Doris...will you be rigging this model with masts, yards(sails) and rigging?
Rob(inquisitive minds want to know)
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rwiederrich got a reaction from Piet in HMS ROYAL KATHERINE 1664 by Doris - 1/55 - CARD
I suspected that...but I thought I'd ask. The angle appears to be significant in relations to the distance of the hole(Bowsprit exit) from the foot.
Rob
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rwiederrich got a reaction from Piet in HMS ROYAL KATHERINE 1664 by Doris - 1/55 - CARD
The doors are magnificent...I assume they are made from the vinyl as well?
One question: I noticed the offset of the bowsprit exit hole and the bowsprit foot are not aligned...is there some reason for this? Sometimes the bowsprit is laid port or starboard of the foremast because of proximity....but I would still think the exit and foot would be parallel to one another.
Just noticing.
Your work is so wonderful its hardly fathomable that it is made from card stock and some self adhesive vinyl laminate and modeling compound.
The folks who build exclusively with wood, would have a rough time keeping up with your standard......
Just wonderful work Doris.
Rob
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rwiederrich got a reaction from reklein in HMS ROYAL KATHERINE 1664 by Doris - 1/55 - CARD
2 seats of ease for a hundred... requiring release from the stresses of their day....seams a bit short sighted. On the designers part....
Your model is looking superb...
Rob
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rwiederrich got a reaction from FrankWouts in HMS ROYAL KATHERINE 1664 by Doris - 1/55 - CARD
Her...with this material it is recommended to use an iron to heat and secure the adhesive. I believe she is using the dryer in lieu of the iron.
She probably heats up the area to aid in activating the adhesive.
Rob
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rwiederrich got a reaction from mtaylor in HMS ROYAL KATHERINE 1664 by Doris - 1/55 - CARD
I have several rotary cutters...but you still need to draw it along the edge of a straight edge of some kind...to maintain evenness.
I hope she pipes in and will honor us with her method...
Rob
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rwiederrich got a reaction from mtaylor in HMS ROYAL KATHERINE 1664 by Doris - 1/55 - CARD
Upon further investigation...I commend you on your tedious attention to the repetitious.
The material you are using is exactly what I thought it was. A vinyl lament used to cover MDF and to simulate wood.
It can be purchased in a plethora of colors and grains.
Your extensive use of it is very evident and well executed. The only draw back for me is that you have to cut every plank/panel by hand.
Cutting many strips requires good strong edges and clean even lines....you , evidently have mastered that.
I appreciate your use of it as trim...molding...and edging. Painting it gold, brown, black.....whatever color you need. Wonderful!
Casting the hundreds of figurines and molding, using a master mold is also quite industrious....Great Job!
Now that I have a background on your technique...I see you have mastered it and the results are exquisite.
Wonderful...just wonderful.
Rob
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