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  1. GGibson
    Didn't know there was a "state of the build" thread... <shrug> Who knew?!? 😁 Anyways, as always, it all looks great, hamilton! Very envious of what you have accomplished on your Bluenose. Congrats!
  2. GGibson
    Wow, Cleat! Those are (I'll say it...) sharp-looking knives! 👍🏆
  3. GGibson
    Welcome to MSW, wdw140! Best wishes on your ship building, and hope you find the information and assistance in this forum helpful. I know I sure have!! When I first saw your mention of "river queen", my immediate thought was to one of the members named Cathead. (Sorry, I don't know how to link his name here so he gets notification of your query and my mention.) He is, from everything I have seen from his posts, the riverboat guru of MSW. Again, welcome!
  4. GGibson
    Shrouds and ratlines look really nice, Geoff. All those clove hitches are horribly monotonous, but once you get into a rhythm, especially with a couple tweezers rather than fat fingers, it moves pretty well. Congrats on your success so far.
  5. GGibson
    No rule that says you can't be both, Jon! 🤣 Keep up the great work!
  6. GGibson
    Nice work, Major! You've been busy!! 👍
  7. GGibson
    Hope JP found a saw that works for him within his budget. Although I am just a kit builder, and don't see myself doing any scratch building, there have been enough times in cutting wood when I have said to myself "...if I only had..." I just sent Jim & Donna an email for when they return... 👍🏆👍
  8. GGibson
    This log just happened to catch my eye on an update, and I've been reading & catching up on your Newsboy. Great job, Nic! The deck reminds me a lot of what I'm doing on the Bluenose. And... I'm wanting to see how you do your furling!
  9. GGibson
    As a relative "noobie" to this hobby, Chris, I'd have to totally agree with that assessment. I was really expecting to be wow'd, to the point where I was fully prepared to be one of those first 999 purchasers before we got shut out. I have a ton of respect for the OcCre brand, that hasn't diminished, but was expecting a "fall off my chair while reaching for my credit card" moment. Happy for those that see an opportunity and new experience and I'm anxious to start seeing build logs for this, but... (maybe I was hoping for another USS Constitution release, after all, at maybe even a 1:64 scale) Haha.... <shrug>
  10. GGibson
    Nice work, John! Totally impressed with (and envious of) your solder work. Need to do a ton of practice (and have patience) when I get to this stage. Awesome detailing! Carry on!
  11. GGibson
    $1,200 if you're one of the first 25 to order... <shrug> I'm back to thinking about adding one of the USS Constitution kits/plans to my shipyard... <2nd shrug>
  12. GGibson
    As a relatively new amateur, the video presentation is amazing, very impressive, in my humble opinion. I will leave the greater analysis to those that are historians of the Royal Navy and the Battle of Trafalgar. Looking forward to reading more details from fellow hobbyists as you dive into this massive project. Best wishes! Fair winds and following seas!
  13. GGibson
    Planking looks really nice. I see your tick marks on the bulkheads and you mentioned having to taper some of the planks at bow and at stern. Are the tapers going according to how you planned them?
  14. GGibson
    I probably fall into that "lurker" category, as well, Evan. I've got the Titanic in my shipyard, but may never get to it. In case I do, though, I'm paying attention to as many build logs as I can! Great work on yours, sir! Carry on!
  15. GGibson
    Got the email just now from Model Expo, as well... Kinda ruins OcCre's unveiling, huh? <shrug>
  16. GGibson
    Thanks for the advanced analysis and insight, Gary.
  17. GGibson
    Guess I missed where they referenced 1765 as a clue... We shall find out soon!
  18. GGibson
    Looking good, Commodore! I was hoping you'd be satisfied with the transom after we all gave you the "it'll be ok" encouragement. In this hobby, like many other things in our lives, we become our own toughest critics and naysayers. Carry on!
  19. GGibson
    Hi Ed! Great work so far on your Rattlesnake. Catching up on your build log here after referring back to your Bluenose log several times so far for guidance and info. Looking forward to seeing this Rattlesnake come together for you.
  20. GGibson
    Ahhh, ok. Thanks. I'll stick with what I am using then. Watching all your rigging and above deck work with bated breath... or, since the Bluenose is a fishing vessel, perhaps it should be baited breath... <shrug> 👍
  21. GGibson
    Thanks for that info! Truth be told, though, the UPS and Fed Ex deliveries are outnumbering the other guy... <shrug>
  22. GGibson
    At least he's not sleeping on the bench! <shrug> 🤣 The Bluejacket case option sounds nice! Thanks for that info, Helmarsowick! I've got a local cabinetmaker that does awesome work, he recently custom built our entire kitchen, so I will probably visit with him when I get to the point of wanting to case my ships. The first three ships I have done are simply being displayed (proudly, nonetheless) on the fireplace mantle. EDIT: And I just noticed you have your Constitution in the foam cradle (which I also use), but sitting on a lazy susan turntable! I'm sure others have done this, as well, but it's an awesome idea! 🏆
  23. GGibson
    Ha! Yeah, I'm sure I'm going to forget a necessary eyebolt somewhere that will be critical for rigging and will be a PITA to get to as the deck gets "busier"... <forehead slap>
  24. GGibson
    Ahhh, I'm paying serious attention to your metalwork! I am not good at this. Hey. I love your desktop vise! I assume the base is super heavy in order for it to stay in one spot while tugging while clamping and tugging? Mine is fairly mobile and handy, but my wife would love seeing another front porch delivery dropoff! Where did you get yours? A new tool!
  25. GGibson
    Hi Geoff! Found your Constitution build when you commented on Jon's build log. Need to scroll back and catch on your 12 pages. I am seriously thinking of adding Old Iron Sides to my shipyard. From what I can quickly see, great work! Pulling up a chair as you finish the rigging. 👍🏆

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