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grsjax reacted to Landlubber Mike in Table-top drill press recommendations (Proxxon, Micro-Mark, others) or milling machine
I’d throw another option out there. If you’re going to spend that kind of money to drill holes, maybe consider getting a micromotor if you don’t already have one — essentially a high-end Dremel-type tool. I used mine for drilling, sanding, cutting, etc. The one I have - recommended by @vossiewulf - is a Nakanishi Evolution. It’s got a very light stylus so you can work with it for considerable periods. You’ll find a ton more versatility from a tool like that than a drill press or even a mill.
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grsjax reacted to mtaylor in Table-top drill press recommendations (Proxxon, Micro-Mark, others) or milling machine
I had one of the older and now discontinued Model Expo mills. Worked mostly fine but did have some limitations as I recall. It finally died and I got a new one from Little Machine Shop. Wasn't all that cheap (cost wise) but I believe you get what you pay for. The LMS mill is a joy to use as both a mill and drill press. It's larger than the ME mill and has a more powerful motor. It's heavier and there's no wobble anywhere. If I set a depth... it stays set until I change unlike some mills I've seen. No complaints here about it. I've had probably 7 or 8 years now and quite frankly, it's been worth every penny.
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grsjax reacted to wefalck in Photo etch suppliers
I wonder, whether there aren't any photo-etching service suppliers on your side of the pond that cater (also) for modellers? Over here in Europe we have several established in the market for years - I know one or two in Germany, the Czech Republic and Poland (the latter two are price-wise quite competitve due to lower salaries).
I had a go at photo-etching myself a few years ago, but with mixed results. The main issues I identified was producing masks of sufficient black density with my printers and the primitive etching process in cuvettes I used. Even for the small frets I made uneven etching across the fret was a problem.
Our parts are quite different from PCBs, because we have parts that are to be etched through (no backing board) and we also etch in different layers (surface etching). Most home-made PCBs are also unlikely to have such fine and dense details as are required for modelling.
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grsjax reacted to François de Saint Nazaire in Il Trabaccolo by François de Saint Nazaire - MarisStella - 1:32
Good day,
Following the Endurance expedition in the Weddell Sea with Sir Ernest Shackleton around 1915, and the HMS Granado, a British bomb vessel in 1756, I propose we embark on a new project together: building a Trabaccolo kit from the brand MarisStella.
I hope to conclude this project with a visit to the Museo della Marineria in Cesenatico, Italy.
The box has arrived. I'm thrilled! Most of the parts are made of walnut, the frames are plywood, and there's also some balsa wood. It's all laser-cut. There are three 1:32 scale plans included, and the instructions are trilingual (English/Italian/Croatian). In Croatian, a 'trabaccolo' is called a 'trabakul'
For your information, MariStella was founded in 2008. It is an association of 7 small businesses. Located in Split, the regional capital of Dalmatia, the contact person, Zoran, is very available.
They have created a series of Adriatic ships at 1:32 scale: Trabaccolo, Pelig, Brazzera, and Stilac.
The first step is the construction of the keel, called by Venetians "colomba" or "Il primo"
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grsjax reacted to Jim M in Disar Models
@JacquesCousteau
Yeah I am seeing the same with your model, the instructions are questionable at best, and no plans. This looks like a model that will need some skill before attacking it. I am glad though I picked it up for only 69.00 from Model Expo on their name your price sale.
I am hoping that the planking exercise that I am planning on starting will be a good foundation. I have a few other Midwest kits, and a Marastella kit I will finish before doing this model.
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grsjax reacted to Kihon in Mantua Panart Battle Station
Really old post I know but I found this as I was also looking for the more up to date instructions in colour with pictures. Maybe someone else will need it.
Panart 740 Posti di Combattimento.pdf
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grsjax reacted to Finlo in Mantua Panart Battle Station
Hi Jorge
As promised here are the English instructions in pdf.
Be VERY careful to study the plans too. They vary from the instructions quite a bit and the instructions are in very BAD ENGLISH...... and you need to read all plans before you get to Fig 3... right up to the end.... since I made an irreversible error....more to follow tomorrow on the blog.
I would be happy to update the English free for PanArt.
Finlo
Battle station instructions.pdf
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grsjax got a reaction from mtaylor in Table-top drill press recommendations (Proxxon, Micro-Mark, others) or milling machine
A quick search brings up a lot of different small drill presses. You might want to expand your search beyond Proxxon and Microlux. They are good products but I think cost a lot more than the benefits they provide.
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grsjax got a reaction from mtaylor in Table-top drill press recommendations (Proxxon, Micro-Mark, others) or milling machine
You might want to check out something larger than the mini drill presses that have been mentioned so far. This one https://www.amazon.com/WEN-4208T-2-3-Amp-5-Speed-Benchtop/dp/B08ZVT5JKC?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.-0oQbgDoyMKeUdrGAsEAIVg5RJz0T9P0iiEijuk1RN8lWGjsBcJh2U4Tj6ilqA1qMpFjjGhil9rkAX4vz_RMn111nHFcLRPQJX9Zp-IKcEzEEmpPOjsMZw1FC4g2kMTs-7rQj2VNkkmSfNdUnwPZbTfhKqXB0IiYQC-fJ1X9MhYUUXlSnz6bWEfuCQtjEdKILhvdMZzpZnuokAT3oJg-eBh-4_Uy_XvA9z_ye3RPNoUPOpDZ47Pu7QN66DC97G8SqQJqpmXYsMBLpUIo0D3N8lxJSbggKBn9XI_9RSlirkM266Qz_UwFMnZb_8b2oYIhJBPhBKuxoY-z8sFaJ4kgY8v0pv9mQqZgMOdIqqZDUpGKPj9KCdK6j_BhPJu4V7O0CrJlTZCAwMbubjHaI-09m60bIwE3rqG2KswEBwv1Hk0L-BjBQle2o28rBCwbb-_Z.b8Um8MN7cuRy2k2EcsFJPq8GjBdDKTtsRIK3tX2mtQo&dib_tag=se&keywords=mini%2Bdrill%2Bpress&qid=1736103704&sr=8-10&th=1
on Amazon has more power, stroke length and versatility than smaller ones and only takes up a small footprint on your bench. I have one and it works very well.
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grsjax reacted to Landlubber Mike in Table-top drill press recommendations (Proxxon, Micro-Mark, others) or milling machine
There are some mini modeling-size drill presses that have been coming out similar to the one that Gregory mentioned above that seem to be getting decent reviews. For light work like we do in modeling, might be a cost and space efficient option. Here's an example:
https://innocraftsman.com/products/mini-drilling-machine
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grsjax got a reaction from thibaultron in Table-top drill press recommendations (Proxxon, Micro-Mark, others) or milling machine
A quick search brings up a lot of different small drill presses. You might want to expand your search beyond Proxxon and Microlux. They are good products but I think cost a lot more than the benefits they provide.
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grsjax got a reaction from thibaultron in Table-top drill press recommendations (Proxxon, Micro-Mark, others) or milling machine
You might want to check out something larger than the mini drill presses that have been mentioned so far. This one https://www.amazon.com/WEN-4208T-2-3-Amp-5-Speed-Benchtop/dp/B08ZVT5JKC?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.-0oQbgDoyMKeUdrGAsEAIVg5RJz0T9P0iiEijuk1RN8lWGjsBcJh2U4Tj6ilqA1qMpFjjGhil9rkAX4vz_RMn111nHFcLRPQJX9Zp-IKcEzEEmpPOjsMZw1FC4g2kMTs-7rQj2VNkkmSfNdUnwPZbTfhKqXB0IiYQC-fJ1X9MhYUUXlSnz6bWEfuCQtjEdKILhvdMZzpZnuokAT3oJg-eBh-4_Uy_XvA9z_ye3RPNoUPOpDZ47Pu7QN66DC97G8SqQJqpmXYsMBLpUIo0D3N8lxJSbggKBn9XI_9RSlirkM266Qz_UwFMnZb_8b2oYIhJBPhBKuxoY-z8sFaJ4kgY8v0pv9mQqZgMOdIqqZDUpGKPj9KCdK6j_BhPJu4V7O0CrJlTZCAwMbubjHaI-09m60bIwE3rqG2KswEBwv1Hk0L-BjBQle2o28rBCwbb-_Z.b8Um8MN7cuRy2k2EcsFJPq8GjBdDKTtsRIK3tX2mtQo&dib_tag=se&keywords=mini%2Bdrill%2Bpress&qid=1736103704&sr=8-10&th=1
on Amazon has more power, stroke length and versatility than smaller ones and only takes up a small footprint on your bench. I have one and it works very well.
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grsjax got a reaction from Gregory in Table-top drill press recommendations (Proxxon, Micro-Mark, others) or milling machine
A quick search brings up a lot of different small drill presses. You might want to expand your search beyond Proxxon and Microlux. They are good products but I think cost a lot more than the benefits they provide.
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grsjax reacted to palmerit in Table-top drill press recommendations (Proxxon, Micro-Mark, others) or milling machine
One thing I need to think about is that the Proxxon MICRO Mill MF 70 comes with the MICRO Compound Table KT 70. The Mill is $404.10 (MF 70 Mill and KT 70 table). The drill plus table is $306.90. That's just $100 difference. If I can use the Mill as a drill (albeit not as efficient) then I have a drill and a mill. It seems I can use the drill as a mill to some degree too, but it's obviously not designed to do that.
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grsjax reacted to thibaultron in Table-top drill press recommendations (Proxxon, Micro-Mark, others) or milling machine
I ordered this mini drillpress from Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJ58JXDK?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1
I'll do a write up when it arrives midmonth.
There is a slightly smaller one on Ebay and Amazon, for less.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRZ3J1LM/?coliid=I2UQMDY6QZSHP9&colid=3VN24XFIFRERC&psc=1&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_dp_it
I decided to go with the one I got, because of the more professional construction, with a less exposed motor, and flat belt and cover for it. It is hard to tell from the photos, but The one I bought is about the size of a sheet of USA paper in side view. The chuck option I choose is the one with the smallest chuck, which holds a Number 80 to just smaller than 16th inch bits. A tiny drill press, but ideal for really small parts. If I need to hold bigger bits, I have a floor drill press.
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grsjax reacted to RGL in Skoda 30.5 cm 1911 Cannon by RGL - - WIP3D - 1/35
It’s a 3D print. Pretty much done now but awaiting the traversing equipment.
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grsjax got a reaction from mtaylor in New type of clothdespins
New to me at least. Stainless steel and the grip is pretty strong. sizes available from 2" to 5". I find them useful for model building. I bought them off of aliexpress but they can also be found on Amazon.
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grsjax reacted to Jeff preisler in Spray by Jeff Preisler - BlueJacket Shipcrafters - 3/8" = 1'
Finished up the planking this evening. Per kit instructions, I used the narrower 1/8-inch planks at the turn of the bilge as it was easier to go around the sharper curves. I tapered the planks at the bow, and also had to add 4 cheater planks, (2 per side). Just have to do some more sanding and filling, then I can move on to working on the deck.
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grsjax got a reaction from Canute in New type of clothdespins
New to me at least. Stainless steel and the grip is pretty strong. sizes available from 2" to 5". I find them useful for model building. I bought them off of aliexpress but they can also be found on Amazon.
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grsjax reacted to thibaultron in Quality of Model Shipways Skipjack Ship
Their Skipjack kit is (in my opinion) the best on the market! The MS kit is of a "Standard" type. If, in the future, you are interested in building another Skipjack, the Midwest kit is a good choice. The difference between them is that the Midwest kit is of an "Outlaw Skipjack". The Outlaw skipjacks were smaller faster boats used by captains of "Questionable Morals" to dredge during times that were outside the lawful ones, typically at night. Chappell has more information in one of his books. The Midwest kit matches the drawing in the book almost exactly.
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grsjax got a reaction from KeithAug in New type of clothdespins
New to me at least. Stainless steel and the grip is pretty strong. sizes available from 2" to 5". I find them useful for model building. I bought them off of aliexpress but they can also be found on Amazon.
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grsjax got a reaction from Ryland Craze in New type of clothdespins
New to me at least. Stainless steel and the grip is pretty strong. sizes available from 2" to 5". I find them useful for model building. I bought them off of aliexpress but they can also be found on Amazon.
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grsjax got a reaction from bruce d in New type of clothdespins
New to me at least. Stainless steel and the grip is pretty strong. sizes available from 2" to 5". I find them useful for model building. I bought them off of aliexpress but they can also be found on Amazon.
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grsjax reacted to ccoyle in New type of clothdespins
A spring clamp by any other name smells just as sweet.
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grsjax got a reaction from robert952 in New type of clothdespins
New to me at least. Stainless steel and the grip is pretty strong. sizes available from 2" to 5". I find them useful for model building. I bought them off of aliexpress but they can also be found on Amazon.
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