Gregory
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I'm no expert, and didn't give it much thought until Allan brought it up.. Lavery talked about how heavy the guns were and why the tackle was necessary.. 32 Seems like an arbitrary cut-off point. On another hand, I don't see ship fitters using a double when a single would get the job done.. -
@ Thukydides In another post Allan said: Lavery in Arming and Fitting of English Ships of War, 1600-1815 says: " A gun tackle consisted of a rope fixed to a single block, passed through a double block, and through the double block again. He also says " In 1716 tackles were of 2 1/2in rope for guns of 24lb or more and 2in for smaller guns. The blocks were 8 or 6 1/2 in." Lavery is usually considered reliable, but he may have failed to elaborate..
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I had the same problem. Maybe with practice it would work better. I don't think waxing would help, or look good. The thing about the video, you don't know how many times the person in the video didn't get it right..
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I hope Unegawahya is Ok.. They haven't visited here since January..
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Nice jig and coils.
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48pdr cannon
Gregory replied to Thanasis's topic in Discussion for a Ship's Deck Furniture, Guns, boats and other Fittings
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48pdr cannon
Gregory replied to Thanasis's topic in Discussion for a Ship's Deck Furniture, Guns, boats and other Fittings
Not much help towards your question but just an observation.. This looks like a modern addition, and not part of the original document.. I could be wrong.
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If it was me, I would make the end pieces separate, and add the ratchet piece in the middle.. You might also try the building style that Chuck made with his little windless kit, although the shape is somewhat different..
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Where to buy blocks, hearts, line etc...
Gregory replied to bobc622's topic in Masting, rigging and sails
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Where to buy blocks, hearts, line etc...
Gregory replied to bobc622's topic in Masting, rigging and sails
Chuck has some decent hearts also.. Scroll down to see options.. Laser Cut Ship Model Parts and Fittings -
Will this char be visible on the completed model? Otherwise, I have heard that brushing off the loose char is sufficient to get a good gluing surface. This has been my experience with wood, but have haven't worked with any lasered MDF at this point..
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You might consider finishing it and keeping it as a memorial for Sam.. My condolences for your loss..
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You might find this discussion interesting. Typically, no double blocks on cannon smaller than 32's..
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Here is a discussion between FrankWouts and Chuck about the curve of the transom.. It might be of some help..
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I'm pretty sure Chuck has mentioned the slight arch when commenting on other builds. You might pop him a message.. He is usually quick to respond. The arch might be achieved by fairing rather than the placement of the posts.. I'll look at some other logs and see if I can be of further help..
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Which kit? It might be an opportunity to add detail to the inside to sharpen your building skills...
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I think you could soften it up a bit by sanding. It shouldn't detract that much from an otherwise great model. If you Can't live with it, you'll have to do it over. For your stern frames.. Take a good look at Chuck's prototype build in the early stages..
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The hook in my picture is made from scratch with wire. It was made by member Chuck in his Cheerful log.. These hooks from Crafty Sailor are pretty good and come in several sizes. Falkonet Hooks (20pcs)
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An eye or a hook? Here is a block stropped with rope and a hook added. If you also meant an eye bolt, just picture the above arrangement with the hook missing and the shaft of the eyebolt being a bit longer..
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Small update.. Fiddly stuff.. Some pumps I can live with.. Pretty simple.. Basic design from the Cheerful plans. Broke a few of these before I got two I could use.. Ladder going up to the quarterdeck. Plan on a few more details there, like a railing of some sort.. Working on some rigging off the ship.. Shrouds and Burton pendants with tackle.. Another view of my little off-the-ship rigging jig.
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Dave, if you hover over the users icon, you have the option to send a message..
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This is what PRS asked, and it looks like a couple of owners have responded with relevant information.. I can only echo what tkay11 says. The tilting blade and micro adjustable fence are great to have without having to assemble or disassemble anything. Of course, the heart of a good saw is the blade, and I don't care for the options offered by Proxxon. I have been using blades from Malco Saw. I'm sure there are superior machines but I have no reason to purchase one if the FET is doing what I need to do.. If you have any specific questions Pail, I will try to answer based on my experience.
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Do you feel it is all you need without any of the add on's?
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The oil looks very nice and you might apply more coats as time goes on.. To protect it as you go forward, you will see a lot of builds where the stem and keel are covered with painters tape until the major hull finishing is done.
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@PRS This 1/2" arbor adapter from Micromark works on the FET and will increase your blade options..
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