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some of the windlass

some of the windlass

for Sjors, want to make sure there are plenty of pictures

some more

I wasn't going to work on it today, but couldn't stand it once again, so I installed the bowspirit,  planked and stained the anchor deck.  Then moved on and installed the windlass.  Much still to do on the windlace, but it is now on the ship.  Details to come as I progress.
 
 
FROM THIS POINT UNTIL PAGE 32 PICTURES ARE MISSING FROM THIS LOG.
 
PLEASE REFER TO MY WEBSITE FOR FULL COVERAGE:
 
http://www.charleswmorganmodel.com

Say Augie, since you are into rc planes also, I have a Byron P-51, complete with all accessories and options, as well as a Quadra 50 engine, purr power, engine reduction system, full retracts. It is 1/5 scale, and if I recall without looking it has an almost 8' wingspan, and 6' fuselage, 24" 4-blade prop, Futaba 6 channel readio. I will unfortunately never get around to building it, and I do not have room for it if I did. I'm reluctantly interested in selling it if any one is interested. Just something to tempt you with.

Oh yeah, I forgot......I'll bet you make that 100 page milestone before we're all through!!!   And a champagne cork just popped!

A wonderful tribute my friend. I couldn't have said it better. I hope that my Morgan can be just somewhat close to your Sirene, and if I can accomplish that then I will be more than happy. You give us something to strive for and set examples beyond belief. Your sense of humor, encouragement and help have kept many of us on the path to keep working on these things and to realize that with the same perseverence that we too might be able to say that we're Finished! Your pictures are fantastic, thank you. And thank you for this entertaining build log, enjoy your fishing, bend an elbow, and if you're like me you always have more empty beer cans than fish. Watch out for moose, and enjoy just admiring the hard work and accomplishment that you have achieved....we'll all miss hearing from you for a while, but you deserve a break. Well Done, and Godspeed!

some of the windlass

Thanks Popeye, another milestone....

Well, after 1443 hours over 608 consecutive days,  she's done !!!!!!!!  Here are the photos, some of which will appear in the Completed Ship Gallery later today:
 
Please note -  as the original photos were lost in the disc corruption issue in March, 2014, I've posted these replacements (the only ones I still have available:
 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
Now, as we used to say at back work, the job's not done until the paperwork is complete.  So here are a few comments I'd like to make regarding this voyage.
 
I'd like to thank Chuck Passaro once again for designing this kit and following through to have it kitted by Model Expo (who did a fine job as well).  Chuck's plans and instructions truly set the standard for future kits.  They made it possible for a relative novice like myself to actually complete his first POB fully-rigged ship.
 
But beyond even that, I wish to thank all here on MSW (1.0 and 2.0) for their interest, participation, critique, patience and advice during the journey.  There is no way to mention everyone here.  But trust me, there were several times I was caught in a fog bank listening to waves crashing against unseen rocks...and you folks got me through it.  And for that I shall be ever grateful.
 
Yes, I let the log go astray at times with the inclusion of cotton fields, frogs, spiders, fish, airplane and even moose.  But I think we had some fun along the way.  MSW became an almost daily ritual and, as much as I enjoy watching everyone's projects, successes and failures, what I really enjoyed was the friendship, camaraderie and downright concern for one another.
 
My skills improved along the way --- and I've learned an awful lot I was completely unaware of.  I am proud of what you've helped me achieve and now at least know what I can do better.  Many of you know I'm primarily an R/C aircraft builder and pilot.  What you don't know is that this was to be my and last ship model.  But things have changed.
 
I'll be building Syren's case over the next few weeks, have a week long annual fishing trip just around the corner and will be spending most of September overseas.  So the shop will be quiet for a bit, the sense of accomplishment almost overshadowed by the sadness that the build is over.  But I still have my friends here.  And I'll be watching.  Always cheering you toward victory ---- and sometimes giving you the business    .
 
And the shipyard shall once again find itself beneath a cloud of sawdust when the next project begins in the fall.  And that project will be -----
 
CONFEDERACY !
 
Until then, everyone be well and..........    STAY THE COURSE !!
 
 

Anja calling Augie .............. Where are you?
 
 

Who starts the firework !!!!!!!!!
I don't see any pictures yet !!!!!!!!
Is that above Colorado close to cave 16  ?????
 

oops, I believe the proper salute for a commodore is 11 guns!                      Or is that a Commander? Oh what the H***. Well done!

Us, we are all waiting for the birth of your baby...
 

Well Done! Oh by the way today is the tomorrow you mentioned yesterday!
 
Pictures pictures pictures!

Augie,
 
For the love of God man, can you please do something to stop Sjors from singing.  I mean, have you heard him?

It is sunday !!!!!!!
Where is that photo shoot……I'm waiting…….
 
I think I'm gonna be singing till it is time that I see all those wonderful pictures of a wonderful build.
Come on !
 

did you feel it..........the feeling I described?    when the last piece was finally set in place........did you give thought that this will be the last time you'll lay a finger on this build.  ........bet you touched the hull a couple time, just to prove to your senses that this was real........all of your efforts,  made flesh.   it's a mixture of happiness and emptyness.......all rolled into one confusing ball.......it washes over you,  draining to your feet.  there's only one remedy for it,  my friend........you know what you must do..........
 
now that I've scared you with my B.S.     you have a beautiful build  Augie.......a tribute to your talent!  the anchors are the crowning touch that finishes your Syren build to the nine!  you only made it to 91............but then again,  there's the  'after party'....that should carry you,  at the very least,  to 101!  congrats my friend,  she's a beauty !!!

Okay, I'm queuing up with the others for front row seats at the photo shoot. Will the Moose be attending?

So tomorrow we can and and ??? 
Ok.. If we must wait, we must wait.

And a few more

A couple of more

OK, coppering is finished.  I got the starboard side done, then capped the keel, touched up some paint and here it is.   Major accomplishment and I like how it turned out.

Also got the pins painted and attached to the pinrails.