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achuck49 got a reaction from cristikc in Cannon Jolle 1802 by achuck49 - FINISHED - Master Korabel - 1/72 scale
The false deck and gun carrage are complete.
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achuck49 got a reaction from greenstone in Cannon Jolle 1802 by achuck49 - FINISHED - Master Korabel - 1/72 scale
Greetings and Salutations,
I have wanted to start a build log and successfully complete a build log for a long time. I have a true mental block when it comes to building a hull that is not solid out of the box. Master Korabel has all the parts and pieces precut so I figured ‘how hard can this be?’.
The Cannon Jolle 1801, was up for auction and I won the bid for about 1/3 the original price. This supports my opinion that this will not be a hard build. Expensive kits are hard, inexpensive kits should therefore be easy.
The box is about 14"x8" inches and it is full of empty space because inside the parts and pieces are very small.
Please notice the size of the kit when compared to a U.S. dime. Well this means that I need a smaller work space for this particular kit.
Even though the written instructions are in Russian, the photos of the actual build are clear and concise.
I will finish this log. It good then great, if bad, then everyone can learn what not to do.
What can possibly go wrong?
Chuck A
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achuck49 got a reaction from coxswain in Cannon Jolle 1802 by achuck49 - FINISHED - Master Korabel - 1/72 scale
The pieces of this kit fit as tightly as a box of Legos. The ribs can only fit in the appropriate slot, facing the correct direction. As of this attached photo, I had not needed to use any glue. The fit is that tight.
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achuck49 got a reaction from coxswain in Cannon Jolle 1802 by achuck49 - FINISHED - Master Korabel - 1/72 scale
I started working on the Jolle this morning and discovered some startling features of the kit.
First is that the laser cutting of the pieces is exceptionally precise. I could not get a sharpe blade into the burn line to help loosen the pieces. I needed to get a small piece of tubing and model hammer and tap them loose enough to break away from the main board.
Another discovery is that the printed page identifying various parts does not match the actual wood containing the pieces. To add to this list of horrors is the fact that printed material is not to scale with the actual parts. I had to have the instructions showing the next needed part, next to the paper showing the part number, next to the board that contains the laser cut pieces. Not an easy way to participate in a 'relaxing hobby'.
There is a plus side, the fit of the laser cut pieces is the best I have ever had the pleasure of working with. I soon learned that if something does not fit or looks funny, it is either the wrong piece or the wrong location for the piece. The pieces fit as tightly as do the pieces in a jigsaw puzzle.
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achuck49 got a reaction from cristikc in Cannon Jolle 1802 by achuck49 - FINISHED - Master Korabel - 1/72 scale
Greetings and Salutations,
I have wanted to start a build log and successfully complete a build log for a long time. I have a true mental block when it comes to building a hull that is not solid out of the box. Master Korabel has all the parts and pieces precut so I figured ‘how hard can this be?’.
The Cannon Jolle 1801, was up for auction and I won the bid for about 1/3 the original price. This supports my opinion that this will not be a hard build. Expensive kits are hard, inexpensive kits should therefore be easy.
The box is about 14"x8" inches and it is full of empty space because inside the parts and pieces are very small.
Please notice the size of the kit when compared to a U.S. dime. Well this means that I need a smaller work space for this particular kit.
Even though the written instructions are in Russian, the photos of the actual build are clear and concise.
I will finish this log. It good then great, if bad, then everyone can learn what not to do.
What can possibly go wrong?
Chuck A
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achuck49 got a reaction from Mumin in Cannon Jolle 1802 by achuck49 - FINISHED - Master Korabel - 1/72 scale
I started working on the Jolle this morning and discovered some startling features of the kit.
First is that the laser cutting of the pieces is exceptionally precise. I could not get a sharpe blade into the burn line to help loosen the pieces. I needed to get a small piece of tubing and model hammer and tap them loose enough to break away from the main board.
Another discovery is that the printed page identifying various parts does not match the actual wood containing the pieces. To add to this list of horrors is the fact that printed material is not to scale with the actual parts. I had to have the instructions showing the next needed part, next to the paper showing the part number, next to the board that contains the laser cut pieces. Not an easy way to participate in a 'relaxing hobby'.
There is a plus side, the fit of the laser cut pieces is the best I have ever had the pleasure of working with. I soon learned that if something does not fit or looks funny, it is either the wrong piece or the wrong location for the piece. The pieces fit as tightly as do the pieces in a jigsaw puzzle.
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achuck49 got a reaction from coxswain in Cannon Jolle 1802 by achuck49 - FINISHED - Master Korabel - 1/72 scale
Greetings and Salutations,
I have wanted to start a build log and successfully complete a build log for a long time. I have a true mental block when it comes to building a hull that is not solid out of the box. Master Korabel has all the parts and pieces precut so I figured ‘how hard can this be?’.
The Cannon Jolle 1801, was up for auction and I won the bid for about 1/3 the original price. This supports my opinion that this will not be a hard build. Expensive kits are hard, inexpensive kits should therefore be easy.
The box is about 14"x8" inches and it is full of empty space because inside the parts and pieces are very small.
Please notice the size of the kit when compared to a U.S. dime. Well this means that I need a smaller work space for this particular kit.
Even though the written instructions are in Russian, the photos of the actual build are clear and concise.
I will finish this log. It good then great, if bad, then everyone can learn what not to do.
What can possibly go wrong?
Chuck A
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achuck49 got a reaction from KevinR in Cannon Jolle 1802 by achuck49 - FINISHED - Master Korabel - 1/72 scale
Greetings and Salutations,
I have wanted to start a build log and successfully complete a build log for a long time. I have a true mental block when it comes to building a hull that is not solid out of the box. Master Korabel has all the parts and pieces precut so I figured ‘how hard can this be?’.
The Cannon Jolle 1801, was up for auction and I won the bid for about 1/3 the original price. This supports my opinion that this will not be a hard build. Expensive kits are hard, inexpensive kits should therefore be easy.
The box is about 14"x8" inches and it is full of empty space because inside the parts and pieces are very small.
Please notice the size of the kit when compared to a U.S. dime. Well this means that I need a smaller work space for this particular kit.
Even though the written instructions are in Russian, the photos of the actual build are clear and concise.
I will finish this log. It good then great, if bad, then everyone can learn what not to do.
What can possibly go wrong?
Chuck A
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achuck49 got a reaction from Mumin in Cannon Jolle 1802 by achuck49 - FINISHED - Master Korabel - 1/72 scale
Greetings and Salutations,
I have wanted to start a build log and successfully complete a build log for a long time. I have a true mental block when it comes to building a hull that is not solid out of the box. Master Korabel has all the parts and pieces precut so I figured ‘how hard can this be?’.
The Cannon Jolle 1801, was up for auction and I won the bid for about 1/3 the original price. This supports my opinion that this will not be a hard build. Expensive kits are hard, inexpensive kits should therefore be easy.
The box is about 14"x8" inches and it is full of empty space because inside the parts and pieces are very small.
Please notice the size of the kit when compared to a U.S. dime. Well this means that I need a smaller work space for this particular kit.
Even though the written instructions are in Russian, the photos of the actual build are clear and concise.
I will finish this log. It good then great, if bad, then everyone can learn what not to do.
What can possibly go wrong?
Chuck A
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achuck49 reacted to Dutchman in Swift 1805 by stripehunter - FINISHED - Artesania Latina - 1:50 - first build
Oh, well done! Beautiful! I'm still trying to work out how to get the chainplates and lower deadeyes fixed. Your build is a very nice example to me. Thanks! Are you going to rig the sails as well? And do you have any idea what your next build will be?
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achuck49 reacted to DocBlake in Swift 1805 by stripehunter - FINISHED - Artesania Latina - 1:50 - first build
That is looking great! Drilling big holes in the bow is always stressful. They turned out perfectly.
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achuck49 got a reaction from thibaultron in make white preformed sails look better
How do I stain or dye super white plastic sails to look more realistic?
Chuck A
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achuck49 got a reaction from mtaylor in make white preformed sails look better
How do I stain or dye super white plastic sails to look more realistic?
Chuck A
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achuck49 reacted to Hill202 in Armed Virginia Sloop by Hill202 - Model Shipways - scale 1:48
This photo from Bob Hunt's practicum shows a slight arch.
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achuck49 got a reaction from thibaultron in Simple carving techniques for first-timers using a rotary tool and burrs
OK was
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achuck49 got a reaction from thibaultron in Simple carving techniques for first-timers using a rotary tool and burrs
I would be grateful to learn how to better carve, sand, shape the solid wooden hulls that come with model kits. The before and after pictures are always there, but the work practices are not. I do know that there are plenty of clear instructions, but I am a visual learner and seeing is learning.
Chuck A.
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achuck49 got a reaction from mischief in Simple carving techniques for first-timers using a rotary tool and burrs
I would be grateful to learn how to better carve, sand, shape the solid wooden hulls that come with model kits. The before and after pictures are always there, but the work practices are not. I do know that there are plenty of clear instructions, but I am a visual learner and seeing is learning.
Chuck A.
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achuck49 got a reaction from mtaylor in Dust bags
good Saturday morning,
I recently purchased a combined 2" belt sander / circular sander combination. There are no dust bags included. Is there something around the home that would do the trick??? Cotton socks are too porous, I ripped up some old tee shirts and while they were better than nothing, they did not seem as efficient as the commercially made dust bags.
Any suggestions???
Chuck Aldrich (feeling great on this fine Saturday morning)
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achuck49 reacted to russ in Francis Pritt by Jim Lad - FINISHED - Scale 1:48 - Australian Mission Ship
John:
The deadwood and keel look great. One question. Will you cut a curve into the top edge of the deadwood or leave it stepped?
Russ
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achuck49 got a reaction from Canute in Simple carving techniques for first-timers using a rotary tool and burrs
OK was
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achuck49 got a reaction from mtaylor in Simple carving techniques for first-timers using a rotary tool and burrs
OK was
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achuck49 got a reaction from mtaylor in Simple carving techniques for first-timers using a rotary tool and burrs
I would be grateful to learn how to better carve, sand, shape the solid wooden hulls that come with model kits. The before and after pictures are always there, but the work practices are not. I do know that there are plenty of clear instructions, but I am a visual learner and seeing is learning.
Chuck A.
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achuck49 got a reaction from Canute in Simple carving techniques for first-timers using a rotary tool and burrs
I would be grateful to learn how to better carve, sand, shape the solid wooden hulls that come with model kits. The before and after pictures are always there, but the work practices are not. I do know that there are plenty of clear instructions, but I am a visual learner and seeing is learning.
Chuck A.
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