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Hi ,toss the 60 grit for at least 120 or better,as in many other things slow is better, and the odds are in your favour as you are most certainly going to improve your build and skill,you can take that to the bank.Patience , you are doing a fine job thus far.Edwin.

Well my friend you achieved the aim,and aimed high ,A museum quality build.Well done and thanks for the teaching's from the Admiral and Edwin.

Hello Mark,Really nice planking job,good looking color.Edwin

Hello Sjors, That's one of the best coppering jobs I've seen,very masterfully done.Edwin

Hello Max,Really nice work.Edwin

Hello Michael, Concurring other modeler's thoughts,the quality of your work is outstanding and your research helpful to many,thanks.Edwin

Hello Donny, welcome back,summer must be over,as  many have said " your workmanship is very fine",a nice job of modeling,I see somebody else noticed your re-cycled tool storage cups,I also liked your clamping methods,thanks for the ideas,will try to get back to mine in the fall,best regards,Edwin

Hi Andy, Your heart was put through it's paces when the SoS was damaged,making you fearless,The instructions are small and hard to read,a local printer could be asked to enlarge then hung up with the plan in use.The quality of the kit seems to be very good but was wondering if fillers ie (balsa) or some other wood could be used between the bulkheads?? . Also the interest you have already generated in this build will come into play in a very positive and meaningful way. Kudo's for starting this log.Edwin.

hello Max,have been trying to keep up with your log and I must say your quality of workmanship is brilliant,the blue and gold color look very good together,what is the make and name of the blue,the stairs look great as does the door. Danke Edwin

Hello ,as Michael said "bigger pics",your doing a fantastic job,nice work. Edwin

Hello Andy,WOW,What a great picture of  the SoS and yourself,a masterpiece to be sure,with accolades from other brilliant modelers such as Garym ,Denis Pink and many others you can very very proud of yourself.I don't think my heart would have survived the mishap which you magnificently repaired,Bravo a job well done,now you can relax some and enjoy your beautiful garden,keep in touch.Edwin

Really nice workmanship,you must have nerves of steel.Edwin

Hello Testazyk, You do not have to go to the local store, for a bag of confidence as you are making a masterful job, You explain alternatives and why very well,thanks .Will continue to follow,have a great week. Edwin.

Hello Frank, Very nice neat workmanship,you can be proud of a beautifully built model.Edwin.

Hello Denis,Very nice re-start,as Willy said "On The Road Again" is good news.Edwin

Hello Ulises,I also have the same kit (not started)I had a close look and agree with Brian and Aussie048,walnut it is,the same code table is in my kit also,hope that helped.Edwin

Hi Denis, an outstanding all round rendition,masterly achieved,The work you put into the rigging is the work of a Master,listen to the Admiral and be proud,kudos from your family and friends is very deserving . Look forward to your next model, ps Urmilla says your SoS is beautiful.my comp is okay.Edwin

Hello Dave, A big WOW, I found this model in my collection from a friend who past,going to keep mine in the box and continue to admire yours sir !!!,was also in the Military in the 50's. nice work.Edwin

Augie,Bon Voyage ,Enjoy your vacation, love the Swiss pear deck very rich looking,Edwin

Hello to you, The switch is a very clever idea,thanks .and your model is looking real good .well done.Edwin

Hello Janet, It may have took long but what a beautiful looking model,what type of wood did you use on the deck and upper planking,very neat workmanship,is it a kit if so by whom, truly nice job. Edwin

Hello Sjors, Will second the above "wow" nice very neat coppering, and yes when I was in Holland the peoples friendliness and the  half chicken ,fries and  tasty creamy mayonnaise, good memories.Edwin

Hi Jesse,sorry to hear about your daughter,wishing you both wellness,your model is coming along really nice.love the first day covers, what a nice gift.Edwin

Love the pear,truly a masterful build.scarphs are a quality touch,kudo's and congrates. edwin

Hi Denis,I agree with all of the above,you are a Master,your workmanship is just brilliant,bravo. Edwin.