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Kikatinalong

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  1. Steven, I agree with your assessment on the width of the door. I will definitely have to consider my options. I could change it to 2 half size swinging doors, place some barrels out front and hang a tavern sign up top. Or possibly add to the thickness of the archway, shortening the width along with hinges and a an opening latch may just make it appear better smaller.
  2. I Havnt Steven, I simply used the outer measurements of the metal door frame supplied in the kit. I will look into it once I have the forecastles sorted.
  3. A few photos of progress on my Carrack a lot of dry fitting on the two bow decks at the moment with the bowsprit proving very troubling. im looking forward to having this section complete with ladders and railing in place. Still not happy with the door to the stern cabin, it seems way to big and maybe covered in walnut it won't appear that way. cheers Peter
  4. I for one, as others are, simply in oar sorry i meant awe, couldn't help myself. I think the Emperor needs a sunroof above him in the awning. He's way to good to be hidden. In response to others asking what's next. I'll hazard a guess at a Carrack, it's just the scale I'm not sure on
  5. Absolutely stunning work and attention to detail Steven. Im starting to consider that you commanded one or even a fleet of Dromons in a previous life. Can't wait to see it up close once Emperor Dan allows parole for us Victorians.
  6. Looks amazing Steven, been a real pleasure to watch your model evolve to it's current form. The men's on the yards look spectacular and I'm pleased you've decided to leave all oarsmen in place. Looking forward to restrictions ending and heading up your way for a few days. Cheers Peter
  7. Just found the log as I've been given this model as a gift and have decided to start it to give me a break from my Carrack at times. The build log will be helpful and I commend u on the progress, it looks great. In regards to the walnut filler, I had the same idea with my Carrack but was glad I tested it with some dummy planks on a board with various gaps in between. As walnut colour varies so much it wasn't surprising that the filler is hardly a match . In the end I used walnut sawdust mixed with some PVA glue and forced it into any small gaps. You might want to do some test pieces and find what suits u best. I look forward to following your build. I've added a little test piece picture of the walnut filler. Hard to see but b4 I coated it with raw linseed oil the filler dried a light purple colour. I am leaving my carrack in all pure timber, no stain or colour at all, but I wanted to see what the filler looked like when stained. hope this helps in some way. Regards Peter
  8. I wont know what to do with myself. Steven. Is that a nice sized Carrack burning brightly in the back of your mind? The Facebook highlight was well deserved as your Dromon is a thing of beauty. Regards Peter.
  9. A long time between posts. Family issues, winter and covid 19 have definitely hampered my progress. so I'm just posting some pictures of where I'm at. This kit bash is starting to find its own shape. Too many mistakes to mention but it's satisfying when u get a result. To those who are finding motivation throughout lockdown periods could u please post me some. Stage 4 remains in Melbourne,Australia for another 3 weeks and who knows beyond that. Hopefully the weather warms and I can get back to it on a more regular basis. cheers Peter.
  10. Very impressive Steven, thoroughly enjoying the build logs. If u make to many arms, u could always sell what's left. Making u an arms dealer.🤪
  11. The model continues to impress Steven. If you could bottle your patience and sell it i think it would be one of the more expensive ones on the market. Port or starboard, glad I'm not trying to pee at that particular time on the ferry. And ask Louisa where she thinks the Myki touch on and off ticket system should be placed.😂
  12. Well I had to come along and have a look, very nice work so far, and I'm not surprised at all that u have decided to make it up as u go along, the only thing metal that's of any use are the cannons and anchors in my and others opinions. Looking forward to seeing how it moves along Cheers Peter
  13. The shields are masterpieces Steven, my favorite is 2nd row, 6th from the left. All that colour will truly bring the model to life. The flute player also looks amazing. Looking forward to seeing it completed.
  14. Sometimes you can only laugh. After trying again to upload photos this morning without luck I tried using my phone, no luck with that either. Answer, pull out my old slow iPad. And there she blows, instant uploads. Have to love technology. Cheers Peter
  15. Time for another update. Been so busy before the COVID-19 restrictions took hold that I was fitting bits of planking when I could find the time. Too often in to much of a rush and lose where I was up to, which led to some errors. I've now finished the walnut planking on the outer hull minus the false keel. Plenty of sanding and filling tiny gaps between planks to do before the desired effect is complete. I do like the different tones and grains in the walnut and think it adds to the overall effect. I remember stating earlier I wasn't sure about the walnut, but I've certainly changed my mind. Looking forward to the next little milestone of completing the outer hull entirely. I'm sure I'm not the only modeller to think this lockdown isn't so bad at all. Cheers Peter. P.S. I've had 1/2 dozen goes at trying to upload photos today that when I finally got one to upload I'd had enough. Will try and post a few more later.🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬
  16. Steven, once I'm at the shields stage I will more than likely take u up on your offer. As the kit for my Carrack is from the 80's some of the shields have definitely started to sort of rust As well being to thick and bulky for my liking. Peter
  17. Steven the shields have become the parts I look forward to seeing the most. Actually quite inspiring and food 4 thought regarding my own. I have this image that the next time Louisa asks you to carve up a roast for dinner that when you plate up the meat be little oarsmen. 😂 Cheers Peter.
  18. I'm in Melbourne Tony, send me a private message and we might be able to work something out. The name came from something I always did as a kid. Cheers Peter
  19. I also see a pattern, these magazines were amongst thousands of train mags my father had. Some of those magazines also in the 30's are in a yearly book . Maybe u subscribed to the single editions with the option of buying it in a book form at years end.
  20. Kudos to u Steven, the attention to detail is inspiring to all, I've no doubtsabout that. The benches and shields are fantastic. You must be making Thols and shields in your sleep. On the subject of small drill bits. I use ( WISH ) An online store for all ur needs, well for all your needs if u want mainly Chinese junk. But in all seriousness for the cost of a few dollars u can order 50 or 100 bits of various size bits which have served me greatly drilling into timber. If nothing else just download the app and have a look it may be worth ur while. I also got some 3mmx1mm magnets which have been handy. They were $4 per 100 including postage. Cheers. Peter.
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