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Edwardkenway
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Hello again, just a quick question, when putting the planks down for the deck what is the best method of simulating caulking? -
Had a bad few days of rain so no work, the good news is that I had extra time on Sherbourne. I got stuck in to the top coat planking, just another fine fill and fine sanding and I'll be content with it. Also started in board planking, decided to use walnut supplied with the kit for this. As you can see I have lowered the high transom I'd made and fitted in the previous post, and yes it does look more in keeping with the boat style. Thanks Tony, an independent, unbiased viewpoint helps enormously!!😀
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After a day of looking at the transom I'm thinking that it has got to be lowered, mainly because I have decided I don't like it so tall as well as not having lift the boom higher. Once again thanks Tony for your insight. Just goes to show that a different viewpoint finds things that are overlooked by the builder.
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Because of the other Sherbourne logs here and the many discussions about the transom, I've modified mine to make it somewhat higher. It was after I fixed it on that the thought of the boom hitting it hit me. So would it be detrimental to the finish if the boom sat slightly higher?? All opinions welcome.
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well 1st planking finished, not the neatest but it will do. There is just a bit more filling and sanding to do. As soon as the extra planking I've ordered arrives I shall do the deck, Tony I've taken your method and got some wider plank to edge the deck. Also heeded your advice and shall be using .5mm × 6mm walnut for 2nd layer, many thanks
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Thanks Tony, I've searched Sherbourne and still reading and thinking it has to be some sort of housing structure rather than just a grating. Also remembered an Alexander Kent / Bolitho story set on a naval cutter and the chapter in which Bolitho steps aboard the boat the author writes a great description of the deck and mentions a companionway down to the stern cabin. The only difference is that it is not the placement nearest the stern but the one before and the stern hatch is an opening skylight. I guess it just depended which boatyard built the vessel. The novel by the way is: Midshipman Bolitho and the Avenger by Alexander Kent, it is one of a very good series of books set in the 18th /19th century navy
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been busy on this scratch build so time on Sherbourne has been a bit limited!! Still persevering with 1st planking, finding it a bit of a challenge, but I think it may be ok at the end. Put a cannon together to keep a check on the gunport heights. Also made hatch gratings but then re-read other Sherbourne logs and seems that the two towards the stern are more of a companion hatch so searched the internet for any info on hatch covers but found zilch. If anyone can help me out I'd be grateful, as I don't think plain grating looks quite right. Anyway back to the challenge.🤔
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Andreas I will keep my eye on that and sort it thanks
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Thanks again I did think about putting some filler blocks in between bulkheads but then didn't. Should follow my gut instinct more. As to the hull I am painting but after reading your article on the cutter models at Chatam it will be upto the wales. I will probably get .5mm planking if that is better Thank you for all your help and tips Jon
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After putting one plank on I've realised I've got to get some glasses with better magnification as my poor old eyes are straining too much. So maybe I'll get another lamp and a couple of those bulbs Vaddoc!!
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Thanks for the tip Tony. There is another thing I'm not sure about, how do I finish the planks at the stern as they just seem to be a bit untidy, or does the 2nd lot of planking cover it??
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Hi Jorgen, I've been trying to find this log as I am building same kit. Can I say you're doing a very nice version I can only hope to do justice to mine. Jon
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Ran out of time so dry fitting deck will have to wait til next time, right now it's time for Game of Thrones
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My work area ( haha a board on top of the kitchen table ) Anyway glued bulkheads , keel , prow and rudder post. Tried to make sure bulkheads were square to false keel, I think they will pass muster when planking begins. Have to get a brush to apply the glue to stop so much excess. Got to say nearly forgot to do the beard and rabbit line
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I am 7 miles east from Derby city in a small town Draycott
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Thanks for all suggestions, I will have a think and will probably have a go at something over the winter months.
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Thank you gents, I will definitely asking for help when I get a bit puzzled
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Thanks Thunder I have just started a log on here but not a lot done yet due to work and time restraints
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After rummaging about in the attic for my paints, glue etc I came across this poor girl whom I thought had been consigned to the bin years ago. My question is can she be saved and given a makeover.? Any suggestions and tips would be greatly appreciated.
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Hello all, after reading several build logs here I thought why not, so here is mine. This is the first time I've built a wooden kit so this will be a bit hit and miss so please bear with me. So far I've just dry placed bulkheads and bevelled bow and stern ones.
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Well the box has arrived and as soon as I can find a hour or two I will attempt to put the bewildering array of parts together. I have already been through the list of parts and all are present and correct. I'm hoping for some plain sailing and not too many squalls!!
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Thanks Gregory, I'm in England and after all advice I've got on here I think it definitely be an armed cutter with double plank. So once again thanks to all
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Hi James I have read this build upto date and Mermaid looks like she's going to be a nice little vessel. Unfortunately I have no tips to offer as I'm yet to start anything but hope to soon Happy modelling
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Thanks for the thoughts on my question. Although I have not built a wood boat I do have some experience of modelling from scratch, mainly scenery for wargaming you know buildings, rivers, trees etc... I have been reading some of the build logs on here and have been drawn to HM Cutter Sherbourne as she seems to fit my brief and will give me some experience with rigging a mast and yards. So thanks to all on here.
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Hi I'm new to model building in wood though I have modelled plastic kits and was wondering which kit to go for (I would prefer a naval brig or cutter ) I would be grateful for any input Thanks
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