Devildog36
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Ok, so I need some positive reinforcement. If a couple of you could be honest I would appreciate the rest sending positive comments. I think the clothing steamer is wonderful. It’s allowing me to form the planks easily. I just started the compound bends with twist and feel ok it’s it. I’m thinking I will cover the hull with filler and sand smooth before applying the outer hall. I’m also modifying the deck houses as I found an early painting of a ship that had some minor differences and I think it is good practice for me. I didn’t like the look of the rudder so I added a piece of wood to make it more level. I couldn’t find any photos or paintings of my ship Specific but other cutters didn’t have the big gap. And yes that is a Bloody Mary
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First decking is coming along but lots of sanding to follow. Very slow but I’m learning a lot each day and am feeling confident about the second decking.
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Thanks for the great response and support. I’ll try to be better with the photos. Wasn’t thinking about orientation. Tks. I found some great resources on the site and am using them. Special thanks to Popeye as he built this specific model. I have no experience and I’m a very much “Tim the tool man” kind of guy but I’m having fun doing this. so I found some historical reference where the rear deck house (sp) had rounded walls. I liked it so thought I’d give it a try. I didn’t have any round stock so I had to make one from square. I split it and glued it up. Not great but I think I can make it work with some wood filler and lots or sanding.
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Yep. 10 years with Radio battalion.
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So I’ve perused the site and found great info. I went to hobby lobby today looking for wood and did find some. However I want good wood, different types specifically for model building. None of the local model shops I’ve found in Arlington VA carry wood model material so I’m hoping some of you can help me. I’m looking for online or local resources for wood specific to modeling. I do not have any power tools specific for wood working except a drill so precut temper for decking and such is wanted. Thanks.
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Yes. That’s Elliot and my daughter. I started my log and am diving into the site. I’m going to use some of the suggestions I’ve seen on other logs. Heading to Hobby Lobby today to find some more and better wood. Thanks to all the support
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So moving along. I’m using a clothing steamer to bend wood. I don’t have to soak and simple pull the wood through the steam the direction of the bend I want. I’m thinking it works well.
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I’m following the Facebook page. Thanks. And I’m Trent
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Thanks for that. I will plan to look at other sources online for the rigging. laid the keel and will spend the day sanding and studying planking.
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So it arrived today. I was about to post photos of the plans to show how nice they are but after reading the post on pirating I’ve decided against it. Here’s everything I received today.
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So I ordered this kit and it is out for delivery today. It's my first large wood model kit and the first model kit in over 30 years. I was an avid modeler of mostly plastic kits until College. I'm a few years from retirement and decided to restart my hobby. I have been reading the abundance of material on this site and watching many videos. I'm looking forward to the challenge. I've found these kits for this ship as far back as the 1980's but have no idea when the first wood model was. I found it listed on many sites but most were out of stock with no idea when they would be restocked. I paid more for it than I should have but I found the last one available from an Amazon store and decided to pull the trigger anyway. I will appreciate any feedback, positive or negative on the build and any suggestions as well. Attached is the manufacturer's photo Thanks
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Hey all, I Modeled a very long time ago and loved it but mostly plastic and only basic wood. I’ve recently became a grandpa and have been rethinking my priorities and I’ve finally decide to start my own hobby since I’ve spent years supporting everyone else. I’ve ordered the Thermopylae Model #791 from Mantua and am looking forward to the challenge. Any tips on tools or other are greatly appreciated. I expect this to be very slow and I’m not afraid to make mistakes. I’m looking forward to the challenge
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Modeled a very long time ago and loved it but mostly plastic and only basic wood. I’ve recently became a grandpa and I’ve finally decide to start my own hobby since I’ve spent years supporting everyone else. I’m going to order the Mantua Sergal Thermopylae Model # Art791 from Mantua and am looking forward to the challenge. Any tips on tools or other are greatly appreciated. I expect this to be very slow and I’m not afraid to make mistakes. I’m looking forward to the challenge
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