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I have an old MS USS Constitution kit which I have resurrected and building; I'm up to the masting now. The kit uses part no. WP 2589 black 3/0 and WP 2587 tan 3/0 thread. Can anybody give me the equivalent thread size, and type, which I can purchase online, and where? I've searched Model Expo and they don't show that part no. any longer.
Many thanks.
John Gilchrist
Rosenberg, TX
MS thread equivalent
in Masting, rigging and sails
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I do have the conversion chart on sheet 7 of the MS plans, but it only covers rope not the thread. After further research what I have discovered is that MS is using a flying tackle thread, mostly only available at fishing tackle stores and obviously on Amazon. The weight is 3/0 which is stronger than the typical sewing thread found in Hobby Lobby and sewing centers. The problem ordering online is that for one thimble costing $3.00 the shipping can be $8 - $10!
I did talk to Chuck at Syren and his thread is .008" diameter vs. .005 for the 3/0 weight thread. Chuck did recommend, however, using a standard sewing thread as being sufficient for most our needs.
I believe I have all the answers now for this topic and appreciate the help and comments from everyone.
Thanks for your help.
John Gilchrist
Rosenberg, TX