Gregory
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Here is a log that shows a nice progression for the planking. What kit is Modelspace Victory based on? -
Thunder's image of Victory above, and this image of Mark's Vanguard is typical of what you should be seeing on your model.. Here is another view. The bending is not that extreme as far as a lot of kits go. Is this a first planking you are working on.
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A lot of kits ( not yours ), have gratings ( the openings ) that are way over-sized to the point that a foot would likely pass through.
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Then, your little sailors will be tripping over your recessed gratings..😁
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It has it's shortcomings, but I had to get a lot deeper into wood ship modeling before I was aware of that. I came across it in the library before I built my first wood model, and I found the Vanguard on the cover to be mesmerizing. It is the kind of book that can get young people hooked.. Just try getting them hooked with Steel as a first book..😁
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I was just thinking, if someone had the information, they might share it, instead of sending the questioner off to a source that might, or might not, have the information they were looking for... Maybe David Antscherl could share. Here is a plan from the book : The Frigate Constitution and Other Historic Ships by F. Alexander Magoun
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Did the article have the capstan information?
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Byrnes Table Saw making a 1mm by 1mm strip
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If you decide to glue them, just some white glue in the hole should keep them in place, but allow for easy removal if you need to later.. Meanwhile your cutter is really looking great!
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Just found this in another discussion:
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What sources could we check in this regard?
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Someone mentioned AOTS, which is 32-Gun Frigate Essex (Anatomy of the Ship, which would be the best source, depending on your budget. Not cheap, but Googling shows copies for less than $50.. While there are those who would argue the details, the general arrangement of the Constitution might be an option. There are lots of resources for Constitution rigging plans.
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It may not always be the case, but I have never found CA to work well on, say, two varnished surfaces unless they were roughed up. I have had success with laser char as long as the loose stuff was removed.
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CA needs porous material to work well. If the char is preventing penetration of the grain, it might be a problem.
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Have you checked out the pricing at Cornwall Model Boats ? Even after shipping costs, the price can be very competitive..
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I've been told the flat coils might have been used for inspection, but not on a working ship. I have never seen a contemporary model or illustration with the coils. Here is what you see on brig Niagra Another method is called frapping, as seen here on Victory. I think the coils are a modeling convention from who knows where. In the end, it is how you choose to present your work.
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I was just putting that out as an example of what it cost to ship USPS. Did you see the part about: But thanks anyway, for your help...
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I think that ringbolt may be for when the gun is mounted on a rolling carriage. These carriages only swing from side to side, and are moved and secured by the tackles that are shown.
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Have you considered US postal service. I have shipped large packages with them Often. ModelExpo uses USPS and Chuck at Syren does also.. While your actual numbers may be different, I calculated a 30x8x4 inch package at 5 pounds from VA to CA would cost $26.70. 2-day Priority.. Postage calculator.
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Which ringbolts are you referring to? The carronade carriages are fixed on pivot points and do not move backward from the bulwarks.
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Can someone have pity on a landlubber and tell me what the " hair bracket " is? You can imagine what Google came up with.
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I apologize if I'm being too much trouble, but I'm thinking of the end like this: Once I see the end of the box, i can tell you what I have in mind.. Thanks
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Thanks!
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Do you have a picture of the box ends? I want to verify something from my youth?
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