James G
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Thanks everyone for the feedback! I did finally receive my copy. Looks wonderful! I’ll be digging into it tonight. As always, everyone in the Model Ship World is so helpful. Wishing you all Happy Holidays and good health in 2025. Best, Jim -
I pre-ordered David’s new book on the Fubbs. Seawatch Books billed me a month ago and I’ve yet to receive the book. I’ve reached out to Seawatch twice and Purple Dot and can’t get a response from anyone. I did receive the downloads of the Fubbs plans but that’s it. Has anyone received their pre-order? I’m thinking my book has somehow been lost. Need some help on how to get a response from Seawatch Books. Thanks everyone! Best, Jim
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Good luck! I have this book as well and this is one I’m considering for my first scratch build too. Am very interested in following your journey. Thanks for sharing.
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The rigging section on this website has lots of information on rigging. YouTube has plenty as well. Also Google searches can probably give you specifically what you’re looking for. I did all this when I rigged my first model and it worked out well. Good luck. It all gets easier as you gain more experience.
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Fantastic idea Toni! I recently completed the NRG’s Planking Tutorial that you were instrumental in developing. That was very educational. I’ll be purchasing once available. Should prove useful when I get to rigging the Mayflower I’m currently working on. Thank you for creating this!
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David, I ended up doing the same on mine. I think it’s a manufacturing issue with the kit. Shims resolved the issue for me. Below is how mine turned out. Very educational and worthwhile.
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It is a piece of art so my feeling is it depends on which master you’d like to serve. Accuracy or clean lines? The beauty is in the eye of the beholder so your call. I can make a case in my own head for either direction. Enjoying the build!
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Welcome back! Glad to hear you’re feeling healthy! Always enjoy your build logs and this one looks interesting.
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The NRG Merchantman Half Hull project is now complete. Excellent tool for developing planking skills. Highly recommend! More to come on my Winnie build journey.
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Kenny, I cut my own bulkheads and former as well. It takes some extra time but I don’t regret the experience I gained by doing so. Looks like you’re getting off to a nice start. Best wishes!
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Before beginning the planking process in Chapter 2 I wanted to learn and practice a bit more . To help with my skills I’ve been working through the planking skill building project that’s offered through the NRG. A very helpful tool! If you want some additional training and practice this is a wonderful resource. I’ll begin Chapter 2 once I’ve completed this half hull. Happy New Year 🎊 everyone!
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Welcome Kenny! I started my Winnie about a year ago. Just beginning Chapter 2. A great model and a great group here. Lots of support whenever you need it. Looking forward to watching your progress!
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Beautiful Frank! Looks like the PVA will be flying soon. 👍
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That’s what I did when I built mine. No regrets…would do the same again.
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At the risk of sounding redundant Glenn, absolutely stunning work! A pleasure to follow.
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Great to hear Greg! You select such interesting subjects and I was hoping you would be forging ahead with this one. Getting colder here on our side of the big lake. Should mean more time for the fun projects!!!
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It looks wonderful Glenn. So precise, as usual. A quick question…have you used your Byrnes thickness sander much on this build? It’s on my tool acquisition list and was just curious on how helpful it would be during building of the Winnie.
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A quick update. I installed and shaped the planking on the lower counter. A big thank you to Frank and Glenn. Your build logs and feedback continue to be helpful. The lower counter reflects the shape of the frieze and I’ve accounted for the addition of the wales. Hopefully I hit it right! 😆 I know this part can be a bit tricky. Finally, I decided to redo the filler strips. I still need to fare them but what I’d installed before wasn’t going to hit the mark. Became evident once the lower counter planking was in place. Thanks for taking a look, the likes and appreciated feedback!
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Thanks Glenn. I misunderstood. Here is a pic based on your recommendation. I still have some final shaping to do but I think I’m close Thank you Frank. I’ve been using your log to ensure I’m taking into account the spacing the planks take with the overall build. Especially when it comes to the q gallery and window positions. Your documentation really helps!
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Thanks for tip Glenn! I checked it out and I think I’m pretty close. I do see the reverse C. No doubt lots of tweaking will have to happen throughout the planking process. Appreciate your hard won experience and guidance.
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Hey guys, quick question. Here are a few pics of the batten marking the run of the wales. Does this placement look accurate? I know this is a critical step and want to ensure this is where it should be. Thank you!
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The bollard timbers were an interesting challenge. I’ve never done much carving or whittling. I did a couple of practice runs to get a hang of the process Chuck outlines in Chapter 1. He really broke it down into easy steps that even an amateur like myself can follow. They’re not perfect but I’m hoping after they’re painted black the imperfections I see will disappear. This wraps up Chapter 1 for me. I’m so excited to start planking! I decided to order the planking package offered by Modelers Sawmill. I considered cutting and milling my own but in the end just didn’t want to spend my time on that. The order has been placed and is supposed to arrive the first week of November. Thanks for checking in!
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