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texxn5 got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
For some reason I have procrastinated securing the anchors. I've done everything else, but just bypassed this. Since I'm now working in the bow area it's time to bite the bullet and just do it! After that I pre rigged the Fore Lower Yard, painted it and glued it in place. I did not square it or rig it ....that's tomorrow.
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texxn5 got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
The Main Mast is complete except braces and the Fore Lower Yard is partially detailed and dry hung for reference.
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texxn5 got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Finished up the Main Topgallant Yard and hung it off on the mast. Still needs to be squared and rigged -- 6 more lines.
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texxn5 got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Managed to finish the Main Upper Topsail Yard and get it squared, rigged and completed today. Belaying lines is getting to be a challenge....it's getting crowded...lol. Time to put the Magician's Hat on I guess..
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texxn5 got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
A little more progress as I work my way up the Main Mast. Got the Main Upper Topsail Yard completed and hung off on the parrel tub using a chain halyard tied off to another block and then belayed to the stbd pin rail. Details and pictures on my website. It still needs to be squared and other lines run before moving up to the Top Gallant.
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texxn5 got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
OK, today I managed to finish the remaining whaleboats. They are sitting on the boat bearers for photographs only. These little buggers were a lot of work but lots of fun. Repetitious, but each a model in their own. All details are explained and photographed on my website for those following along. This completes BUILD LOG V on the site. Off to finish the running rigging...the end is in sight...wow!
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texxn5 got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Finished another whaleboat. Both are just sitting in position but not lashed yet. won't tie em down until I finish the Running Rigging.
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texxn5 got a reaction from lambsbk in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
During this time of Thanksgiving, May I Wish All A very Happy and Joyous Thanksgiving! We have much to be thankful for, and one of those is that I am very thankful for all of my friends here at Model Ship World for all of your support and assistance during my tenure at MSW. God Bless you all.
John
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texxn5 got a reaction from Piet in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
During this time of Thanksgiving, May I Wish All A very Happy and Joyous Thanksgiving! We have much to be thankful for, and one of those is that I am very thankful for all of my friends here at Model Ship World for all of your support and assistance during my tenure at MSW. God Bless you all.
John
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texxn5 reacted to GLakie in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Thanks John. I hope you and yours have a Happy Thanksgiving as well.
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texxn5 got a reaction from Salty Sea Dog in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
During this time of Thanksgiving, May I Wish All A very Happy and Joyous Thanksgiving! We have much to be thankful for, and one of those is that I am very thankful for all of my friends here at Model Ship World for all of your support and assistance during my tenure at MSW. God Bless you all.
John
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texxn5 got a reaction from Piet in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Thank you for following. I stop by and look at yours also in between work on the Morgan. Your Cutty is progressing nicely.
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texxn5 got a reaction from docidle in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hi Greg, I use the following tools to maneuver around the rigging. I take my time moving around, since a second saved here could be an hour of trying to fix things. I still knock things off and break things - it's part of the fun! I knocked n "upside down" block off a few days ago and wasn't sure I was going to get it to re-glue therefore, having to rip something out....but CA Glue and Accelerator fixed that - lucky. The worst thing can be "kinky" lines that remember their coil...hard to stretch and hard to keep out of everything in it's path. Just gotta be careful my friend - and patient. Good luck.
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texxn5 got a reaction from Piet in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
George, thanks for the "always on" support - greatly appreciated.
Piet, thanks for stopping by. Glad you approve my friend, thanks for your continued support also.
Nenad, thank you for following along, and welcome back - I haven't seen you in a while. Yes, I am quite proud of her.
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texxn5 got a reaction from GLakie in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Thank you for following. I stop by and look at yours also in between work on the Morgan. Your Cutty is progressing nicely.
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texxn5 got a reaction from ScottRC in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hi Greg, I use the following tools to maneuver around the rigging. I take my time moving around, since a second saved here could be an hour of trying to fix things. I still knock things off and break things - it's part of the fun! I knocked n "upside down" block off a few days ago and wasn't sure I was going to get it to re-glue therefore, having to rip something out....but CA Glue and Accelerator fixed that - lucky. The worst thing can be "kinky" lines that remember their coil...hard to stretch and hard to keep out of everything in it's path. Just gotta be careful my friend - and patient. Good luck.
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texxn5 got a reaction from GLakie in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
George, thanks for the "always on" support - greatly appreciated.
Piet, thanks for stopping by. Glad you approve my friend, thanks for your continued support also.
Nenad, thank you for following along, and welcome back - I haven't seen you in a while. Yes, I am quite proud of her.
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texxn5 got a reaction from NenadM in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Thank you for following. I stop by and look at yours also in between work on the Morgan. Your Cutty is progressing nicely.
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texxn5 reacted to NenadM in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
I am here almost every day watching and following every progress, but - just had nothing clever to say. Rather follow in silence from shadow master's words and wisdom and learn
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texxn5 reacted to Burroak in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
John your ship looks great. My question on the rigging is, how are you keeping from bumping lines you have installed while putting in more lines? I'm a long ways from that stage, but I have fumble hands and I know I will be knocking something loose when I do start.
Thanks
Greg H.
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texxn5 reacted to NenadM in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Wow! You have to be very proud!
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texxn5 reacted to Piet in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Oooooooooh yeah John, she's really looking very sharp.
Cheers,
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texxn5 reacted to GLakie in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Nice work John! She looks great all filled out.
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texxn5 got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Yesterday and today I managed to finish all of the yards and their rigging. Here is the overall photo and for those interested in the detailed construction can go to my website for details. The end is definitely getting closer, still have the braces and some rigging on the Bowsprit yet, then the cutting in stage and finishing details including mount and securing the boats.
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texxn5 got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Today was Bunt Lines, and Sheet & Clew Lines. Then got started on the Fore Lower Topsail Yard.
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