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  1. Gregory
    Looks really good.
  2. Gregory
    When I think boxwood these days, I'm thinking " Castelo " ...
  3. Gregory
    Thinking it's probably China.. I'm going to check it out.. Next day, free shipping..
  4. Gregory
    If this really is boxwood. is it a good price? The total is 12 pcs.The size of 2 large boxwood carving blocks is 2x2x6 in.The size of 4 medium blocks is 1.5x1.5x4.5 in.The size of 4 small wood blocks is 1x1x3 in. At Amazon $30
  5. Gregory
    It's a matter of personal preference once you realize that model rope is what you want and not the stuff that usually comes in kits and looks pretty much like string, or thread. Here is some of BenD's rope.. The different types will behave differently as far as flexibility and their ability to retain moisture.. Nylon is probably not a good idea IMO as it is generally more rigid and glossy.. I have come to prefer polyester and make my own rigging line. Lot's of rope discussion here: https://modelshipworld.com/forum/82-discussions-about-rope-making/
  6. Gregory
    I'll PM you..
  7. Gregory
    What is a few? What size? ( 3mm? ) Are you concerned about the blocks matching the ones you already have? I have a stash of typical kit blocks and I could possibly send you a few.. As far as cost, my time and trouble would be worth more than 10 bucks, but I have been known to help fellow modelers without expecting any more compensation than the knowledge they will pass it on should the opportunity present itself. With regard to Allan's suggestion, here is a simplified process for making your own blocks.. The quality would be superior to most kit provided blocks, and you would have a process to take forward in your modeling endeavors.
  8. Gregory
    Do they let you order from Amazon in Wisconsin? 😁
  9. Gregory
    Sphinx would be a great preamble for Winchelsea..
  10. Gregory
    Are you going to leave the hull un-painted? I think it will finish well with WOP..
  11. Gregory
    That new molding looks exceptional!
  12. Gregory
    Really nice technique.. I grabbed a snip for my reference and will post here.. Let me know if you would rather I not share, and i will delete the picture..
  13. Gregory
    I'll Post an example in a little while..
  14. Gregory
    What is the size of the block?
  15. Gregory
    Not to mention, " a picture is worth a thousand words ".. When people suggest something should be done a certain way, it doesn't mean much if they can't provide an adequate illustration of how it is accomplished, or at least a nice picture of the end product. Several such pictures are posted in page one of this topic. Those pictures can be saved and printed for future reference.. Search for " strop " or "stropping " in the forum, and you will get more information than you can deal with in a lifetime..
  16. Gregory
    Isn't it always?😁 I am experimenting with making small moldings with a tabletop CNC, but still learning the software. I'll share when I have something.. Another option is to make your initial grooves with a (small ) table saw then round off the profile with files, sandpaper etc. You would not be starting with the final molding dimensions.. It would be strip or sheet wood, that you would cut from the stock once the rough shaping is done. I will try to put together a visual if you could share the profile and dimensions of your molding..
  17. Gregory
    You have CNC skills.. Have you considered doing moldings with CNG?
  18. Gregory
    They really look pretty good. We know the difference, but how close is your target audience going to be, and will they know the difference? I struggle over details that I know are important to me, but at some point I have to let it go..
  19. Gregory
    I discovered BS when I ordered some ModelExpo branded CA to fill out an order to get free shipping. Discovered it was re-branded BS.. I use the medium and it is the best I have found.
  20. Gregory
    This will be great practice for your Sphinx..
  21. Gregory
    The rigging is exceptional, along with the rest of the build..
  22. Gregory
    Oops.. My bad.. I have the plans, but haven't built.. They call for 5 carronades per side ... You would have to ask Chuck why not 6.. I'm sure he was following some reference he has.. (I see chuck has spoken while i was composing )
  23. Gregory
    Check the plans! They call for two long guns in the forward ports, but there is some debate about this.. I'll get you the discussion from the prototype build.. Discussion starts here:
  24. Gregory
    Many of us started with plastic but became infatuated with wood model ships.. Enjoy the ride and learn as you go.. Don't get bogged down by the rivet counters.. I'm reminded of the cliché about asking someone for the time, and getting a lecture about how to make a watch..
  25. Gregory
    The point is, don't scare off an aspiring modeler with minutia..

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