So, how do our thread railings look on the model? Judge for yourself:
Adding the railings consists of measuring off the right length of railing to add, adding any extra stanchions that might be needed due to cutting to length, and gluing the railings to the model. I use PVA for straight sections and CA where necessary to tack down any sharp curves. I brush the PVA onto the deck where the railing goes, not to the railing itself - these springy railings are a great way to spread unwanted glue on your model.
Here's the finished forecastle railings:
The forward flagstaff is a short length of wire.
Anywhere there are angled bends in the railings, I prefer to cut the railing at the joint and glue down two separate panels. Unlike photo-etched metal or card, thread does not like to make nice, crisp bends.
Thanks for the tutorial my first card model. Not as good as yours but quite chuffed with the results. Onwards and upwards.
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Thanks for the tutorial my first card model. Not as good as yours but quite chuffed with the results. Onwards and upwards.