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Rob, those gin blocks are especially well done! Mine almost killed me! Beautiful job on the helm as well!! Rick
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Rob, Yes, I am following the plans. I know of no other source for the double topsail halyard tyes. The model of the clipper ship Challenge, at the Smithsonian has chain topsail halyards that appear to be the same as on the FF, although it is difficult to see where they route under the cross trees. I would think that Staghound was similarly equipped, given that it was larger than the FF. Some very impressive people worked on the FF plans, so they are my default if no or better information is available. As you know, I have deviated from the plans when I felt it was appropriate, such as the aft cabin, color scheme and other minor details. You and ClipperFan are doing a marvelous job recreating Staghound. Rick
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Jared, What a difference it makes having the masts, lower shrouds and yards in place! Rick
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Keith, this is such a great build!! Rick
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Making nice progress Rob! Rick
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WOW!!! Beautiful work!! Rick
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All. Wry interesting Georgs Rick
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Great work Rob!! Rick
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WOW Keith!! That’s beautiful!! Rick
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Nicely done Jared! Although there is a learning curve, I find that I really enjoy soldering! It sure helps when making those small fittings. I had no experience with soldering when I started this model. Rick
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Looks great Keith! Rick
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Wonderful build, beautiful result!! Very impressive!! Rick
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Looking very nice!! Rick
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Very cute! Rick
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I think there are 2 cranes, port and starboard, with the ends pushed together. Rick
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Keith, unable to get back on board Cangarda per the new owners. I think the tops of the cabins are probably painted white and not canvas. I tried to get a picture of the anchor craziness, If I see a worker on board, I’ll ask him to take pictures. Rick
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Rich, to raise the topsail for furllng, would necessarily mean having to loosen the chain sheets of the topsail first before the sail could be raised. Much simpler and faster to lower the topsail yard first so the reef points could be drawn up to the yard by the reef tackle and then furl the sail. Rick
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Agree Rob, Her topsail yards have been lowered to the lowest reef points, her reef tackles are pulled in tight and the billowing part of the topsail will be furled on top of the yard. The crew is in the process of furling the topsails. To furl the topsail, the yard has to be lowered first, therefore the billowing sails. What a great picture!!! Rick
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Keith, trying to get permission to go on board Cangarda. In the meantime, here are some pictures of the main mast. Rick
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Beautiful job on the hull, George! Are you using basswood for the planking and what is the thickness of the 2nd layer of planking? Rick
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Rich, Rob, In reference to the location of the water closets/ companionways on the Flying Fish, I think the location and design make sense. Possibly the companionways were up against the aft end of the forecastle, as seen on other ships. It doesn’t make sense for the water closets to be below deck where they would be difficult to access for the crew working on deck. As no one knows for sure, I assume that Ben Langford, Erik Ronnberg, and the others who worked on the 1979 revision of the Flying Fish plans, resorted to placing them in a common location. Don’t underestimate the knowledge and experience these people brought to this reconstruction. While each ship was unique as far as hull design, and to some extent, the rigging ,ect. deck equipment was fairly standard in function and location. This doesn’t mean that there weren’t differences. Keep up the good work!! Rick
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Beautiful!! Great technique! Rick
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Keith, some more pictures of Cangarda. Tried to focus on the metal frame work for the awning (Bimini?). I have a feeling that she will be departing soon. If there are any other photos you need, especially on board, let me know and I’ll see if I can get back on board, or at least get to the top of the stairs.
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