texxn5
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texxn5 got a reaction from lb0190 in Niagara by lb0190 - Model Shipways - 1/64
Yeah, those 3/32" blocks can cause you to go blind. I'm working with them right now in my rigging, and like you if I ever find the ones that seem to completely disappear at times - especially after spending 30 minutes to strop them and paint them to only vanish into the atmosphere I could rig another ship. That's why I buy extras.
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texxn5 got a reaction from lb0190 in Niagara by lb0190 - Model Shipways - 1/64
Looking good Larry. Good to see you back in the shipyard. She's shaping up.
John
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texxn5 got a reaction from Jack12477 in Hr. Ms. O 19 1938 by Piet - FINISHED - scale 1:50 - submarine of the Royal Navy Netherlands in service 1939 - 1945
Looking mighty fine Mr. Piet. Pappa's smilin' Sorry I haven't been around much - been kinda busy lately. Looks like a Leffe's in order....
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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
Looking mighty fine Mr. Piet. Pappa's smilin' Sorry I haven't been around much - been kinda busy lately. Looks like a Leffe's in order....
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texxn5 got a reaction from IgorSky in Hr. Ms. O 19 1938 by Piet - FINISHED - scale 1:50 - submarine of the Royal Navy Netherlands in service 1939 - 1945
Looking mighty fine Mr. Piet. Pappa's smilin' Sorry I haven't been around much - been kinda busy lately. Looks like a Leffe's in order....
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texxn5 reacted to Piet in Hr. Ms. O 19 1938 by Piet - FINISHED - scale 1:50 - submarine of the Royal Navy Netherlands in service 1939 - 1945
I quit adding more polly, it looks rather presentable for the Fayetteville event in a few weeks. Plan C is still being contemplated, just need to find the right dye.
Thanks to you who have given me the suggestions. I have been busy with other things in the last few days, not only domestic chores but also doctor appointments. Got some very good news about the prostate cancer issue, that seems to have disappeared altogether. One more annual visit for next year and after that I'm cut loose.
Tomorrow is a pre-op for the bladder cancer and the end of April I'll get the cysto for an inside look. Let's hope that it looks as good if not better then 2 months ago.
In any case, I mounted the O19 onto the newly made and finished display board and took it outside for a picture. I know, I should have added this to the profile part but so what, yuns can see how she looks on the board.
Cheers,
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texxn5 got a reaction from HIPEXEC in USS Constitution by Hipexec - FINISHED - Constructo - 1:82
Rich, PM me when you figure out which power tools (Proxxon) you want and I'll see if I can make you any special deals - whenever you get ready.
Thanks,
John
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texxn5 got a reaction from GLakie in USS Constitution by Hipexec - FINISHED - Constructo - 1:82
Rich, PM me when you figure out which power tools (Proxxon) you want and I'll see if I can make you any special deals - whenever you get ready.
Thanks,
John
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texxn5 got a reaction from lb0190 in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Another couple of hours in the yard - threatening rain today, so todays progress is I hung the first Spar - the Mizzen Crossjack, with the lifts and braces. This yard is permanent and doesn't have a sail, so the lifts don't move and the braces are tied.
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texxn5 got a reaction from HIPEXEC in USS Constitution by Hipexec - FINISHED - Constructo - 1:82
Congrats Rich on finishing the Conny - nice job. I like your workshop. I've had a couple of those Hobart Workbenches and they work great for ship building. I currently use a 16" x 20" wood TV tray and 1/4 of a 54" dinette for my workbenches. What's next on the list???
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texxn5 got a reaction from GLakie in USS Constitution by Hipexec - FINISHED - Constructo - 1:82
Congrats Rich on finishing the Conny - nice job. I like your workshop. I've had a couple of those Hobart Workbenches and they work great for ship building. I currently use a 16" x 20" wood TV tray and 1/4 of a 54" dinette for my workbenches. What's next on the list???
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texxn5 reacted to Mahuna in USS Constitution by Hipexec - FINISHED - Constructo - 1:82
Great job Rich! When we meet in April I hope you'll tell us about your next ship.
Frank
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texxn5 got a reaction from lb0190 in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Got an hour in today so the progress is the Vangs. I guess a line a day will get the ship built or something like that.
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texxn5 got a reaction from md1400cs in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Thanks for posting that Michael, she worked with my friend Lester on rigging the Morgan - tough lady - don't get in her way for sure.....
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texxn5 reacted to GLakie in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
The vangs and crossjack look great John and add to the over-all look. Every little bit they say!
Cheers
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texxn5 reacted to md1400cs in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
John,
I posted a link on General Nautical Discussion. I thought of you when I saw it. It has to do with the C W Morgan.
Cheers,
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texxn5 got a reaction from HIPEXEC in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Another couple of hours in the yard - threatening rain today, so todays progress is I hung the first Spar - the Mizzen Crossjack, with the lifts and braces. This yard is permanent and doesn't have a sail, so the lifts don't move and the braces are tied.
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texxn5 got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Another couple of hours in the yard - threatening rain today, so todays progress is I hung the first Spar - the Mizzen Crossjack, with the lifts and braces. This yard is permanent and doesn't have a sail, so the lifts don't move and the braces are tied.
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texxn5 got a reaction from Piet in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Another couple of hours in the yard - threatening rain today, so todays progress is I hung the first Spar - the Mizzen Crossjack, with the lifts and braces. This yard is permanent and doesn't have a sail, so the lifts don't move and the braces are tied.
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texxn5 reacted to popeye the sailor in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
had a chance to catch up John.........you've come a long way since I last saw her! she's very beautiful ....and very well done! love those pictures you took outside.......really shows off the oven quite well. splendid work, my friend.....never think that no one is interested........they'd be a fool not to!
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texxn5 reacted to Piet in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Nice progress John, she's shaping up great.
Cheers,
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texxn5 got a reaction from lb0190 in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Snuck in a couple of hours today so I managed to rig the Boom Topping Gaff and Boom Sheet. Aft end is shaping up, more to go maybe I'll catch a couple of hours tomorrow.
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texxn5 got a reaction from Salty Sea Dog in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Got an hour in today so the progress is the Vangs. I guess a line a day will get the ship built or something like that.
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texxn5 got a reaction from Salty Sea Dog in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Snuck in a couple of hours today so I managed to rig the Boom Topping Gaff and Boom Sheet. Aft end is shaping up, more to go maybe I'll catch a couple of hours tomorrow.
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texxn5 got a reaction from lb0190 in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Thanks Guys for all the likes and views. Gary, (GMO2), I was able to control the drilling by using a sharp pencil to poke dents into the thin wood in the proper places, then when the bit would come down it would walk around a bit until it found the indention and then settle into it and drill the hole. I also found that if I moved the center holes outboard about 1/32" or less that it was easier to drill without jeopardizing the other holes. The only way I could control this was with the great tight tolerance of the Proxxon TBM Drill Press and the use of the Compound Table & vise which allowed for easy and accurate movement of the workpiece to keep everything uniform and in place. This worked great and really allowed for the repititous drilling of 6 holes in 10 davits. The .02" drill bit made a hole that was big enough to handle the .010" rope used to rig the block to the davit. You can click on this picture and it will blow up the picture to where you can probably see the holes I drilled into one of the davits. Hope this helps.
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