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texxn5 got a reaction from SkerryAmp in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Here's a couple of pictures from the last few days.....not much progress though.
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texxn5 got a reaction from Sjors in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Here's a couple of pictures from the last few days.....not much progress though.
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texxn5 reacted to Moonbug in USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Yes Augie, I run into similar problems when I try to shape the basswood in any way.
And Bob's Essex is definitely one of the builds I currently follow (and drool over). :-)
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texxn5 reacted to augie in USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
The only problem with it is that, with basswood, the drilling is not so clean as with a harder wood. Even though I smoothed out the drilled holes (gently) with an awl, the second staining gets into the edges of the drilled circle and gives a slightly diffused appearance. I can live with that as the overall appearance and texture look pretty good from a normal viewpoint. If you'd like to see the difference, check out Bob's (Rafine) treenailing on his Essex. Absolutely 'clean'.
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texxn5 reacted to Moonbug in USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hm.... can't believe I've never stained first then drilled and re-stained. That would sure cut down on the amount of "missed glue discoloration" of which John speaks!
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texxn5 got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
thanks Popeye, it is at least progress....that stuff has to get done one way or the other..
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texxn5 got a reaction from canoe21 in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Here's a couple of pictures from the last few days.....not much progress though.
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texxn5 got a reaction from Landlubber Mike in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hi Mike, no problem, that's why it's here. 2014 is going great so far. thanks. I think the boxwood would be a good choice. The deck is stained a light golden oak/arcylic satin varnish color. It's a combination from Minwax I think. I like it because it cleans up with water. Everything else yo mentioned is a yellow ochre color from MS, and is the actual colors on the ship. the main color I didn't like was trying to get a decent looking waterway. I'm still not happy with that one yet, but probably going to live with it. The deck in real life looks to be a natural weathered oak. Glad to hear that the Morgan will be your next build, you'll enjoy it....and I'll have a partner in crime......
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texxn5 reacted to gjdale in HMS Victory by gjdale - FINISHED - Mamoli - Scale 1:90
Thanks Lawrence, Patrick and Colin,
Got distracted with household duties yesterday, but did manage to finish off the new parrals. All fore and main yards now ready for fitting - hopefully today.
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texxn5 got a reaction from lambsbk in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Here's a couple of pictures from the last few days.....not much progress though.
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texxn5 reacted to Landlubber Mike in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hi John, hope you and your family are having a great 2014. Really nice work on your Morgan - it's coming along great. I remember getting to this point on my Badger and getting excited that the build was finally looking like a ship
I don't mean to hijack your build log, but can I ask you a question? I am going to start the Morgan after my Badger is completed, and I'm considering avoiding the use of paint as much as possible. So, I've been thinking about what type of wood to use for various parts of the ship. In looking at your pictures of the real Morgan and other pictures, it looks like the deck, bulwarks and deck furniture and other items seem to all be the same color. Was that your recollection? If so, I was thinking that maybe using boxwood for those areas would work.
Thanks very much!
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texxn5 got a reaction from Charley54 in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Here's a couple of pictures from the last few days.....not much progress though.
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texxn5 got a reaction from Blue Ensign in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Here's a couple of pictures from the last few days.....not much progress though.
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texxn5 got a reaction from Piet in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Here's a couple of pictures from the last few days.....not much progress though.
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texxn5 got a reaction from newbuilder101 in San Felipe by newbuilder101 (Sherry) – Scale 1:96
Very nice Sherry, glad to see you back.....holiday's can be hard,, but this too shall pass.....
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texxn5 reacted to Sjors in HMS Agamemnon by Sjors - FINISHED - Caldercraft/Jotika - 1:64
Small update !
All the support for the false cannons are in place.
Next thing to do.....planking lower gun deck .
Not totally, only what's visible from the middle and upper deck.
And panting.....
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texxn5 reacted to newbuilder101 in San Felipe by newbuilder101 (Sherry) – Scale 1:96
Thank-you to everyone for the kind words and support. The shipyard was quiet for a while, but lately I found the time and desire to make sawdust again.
Now on to the update.
I managed to cut the curved railings at the bow from a half dowel that I had first hollowed with some of my carving tools, and then installed them.
I used some brass wire, which I coiled, cut, and flattened, for the outer face of the round gun ports.
The railings are finished, as well as one of the stern decorations.
The flash was a little extreme in this photo and as a result the blue appears much brighter than it really is.
And this is where she stands at the moment.
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texxn5 got a reaction from harvey1847 in HMS Kingfisher 1770 by Remcohe - 1/48 - English 14-Gun Sloop - POF
Hello Remco. I couldn't help but see this dialog about bricking. I recently finished bricking my Tryworks for the CW Morgan. I used wood bricks, and for the mortar I found that at 1/64 scale a strip of cardsheet made from a beer carton was the closest to scale thickness that I needed. I just recessed them onto the top of the bricks, then laid the next layer. It is not to your skill level, but acceptable for me. I then painted the inside and the frontside with MS's white primer which is quite thick in consistency and it filled in the holes and became a very nice mortar. I then painted the front of the bricks the proper color. Anyway, just thoughts I'm sure you already know what your going to do....good luck, I'll be following this for sure...
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texxn5 got a reaction from md1400cs in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hi guys, thanks for all the likes. Today...non productive.....I didn't even touch the ship....couldn't get into it for some reason. So I spent the time researching the bowsprit and shrouds. I see serving in the not too distant future....among other things....one thing is I don't have any bullseyes.....could be a problem.....
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texxn5 got a reaction from Piet in Hr. Ms. O 19 1938 by Piet - FINISHED - scale 1:50 - submarine of the Royal Navy Netherlands in service 1939 - 1945
Definitelymoving along now. Excellent work Piet....I'm not tking a break, just doing piddly stuff to the bowsprit and masts....
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texxn5 reacted to Piet in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hey John, I was kinda wondering about your progress and pics But I understand about lots of little things not being worthwhile for pics. Am looking forward to your bowsprit work.
Keep at it, she's really looking great!
Cheers, and say hi to the admiral,
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texxn5 got a reaction from SkerryAmp in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
some general over views of the deck
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texxn5 got a reaction from trippwj in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Not a lot of progress of late. Lot's of little stuff on the mast construction. I did get the bowsprit and jib boom finished and ready for rigging, needed some metalwork and eyebolts mostly as well as painting and getting glued. Pictures shall follow later today. I also had some corrections that needed to be made on the bowsprit as well. It seems I wasn't reading the plans correctly to set the eyebolts correctly into the bottom of the bowsprit, so I removed them, and reposistioned them in the correct places. I also started on the dolfin catcher. Slow progress, but progress anyways.
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texxn5 got a reaction from augie in USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
nice work on the nailing Augie. How do you do that without staining the underlying finish? my attempts on scraps produces a vriation of permanent stains.
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texxn5 reacted to Sjors in HMS Agamemnon by Sjors - FINISHED - Caldercraft/Jotika - 1:64
The bulkheads are in place ( dry fit )
They tell me to push the lower gun deck with a little force in place.
I'm afraid that I broke something when I do that, so a little bit more playing with the file.
The last picture is to show you how big it is
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