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Gregory
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I just noticed the belaying pins in the image above.. Did those come in the kit, and are they wood? They look a lot better than most kit provided pins..
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If it wasn't clear, I was referring to one plank at a time ; before laying the next plank..
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Sounds messy.. A pencil along the edge after the plank is in place makes for a good effect and is easy to do..
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Topsail schooner sail plans and rigging
Gregory replied to Dr PR's topic in Masting, rigging and sails
Have you seen this one? The Schooner: Its Design and Development from 1600 to the Present Paperback – March 1, 2001 It looks like it may be fairly comprehensive as well..- 104 replies
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What kind of help do you need? There is another scratch build of Bounty going on by AdamA .. You might check it out.
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My log explains that 'Resolution" is a name chosen by Corel with no resemblance to any actual ' Resolution ' on record. Also explained in my log, the lines are a close match to drawings found at the NMM for Ferret 1711. The drawings say it is " ... a cutter-rigged Sloop. " ... I try not to struggle too much with rope sizes based on tables or establishments.. I look at contemporary and other well made models and try to get a look that is well proportioned.
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Don't remember exactly, but came across it somewhere. Think " rotten egg smell "... Has to do with outgassing sulfur compounds. If I were going to patina a ( model ) ship's bottom, I would enclose it in an upside down box or something similar, the more airtight the better, and have several chopped boiled eggs in there with it. Just a few hours should do it. Not as messy as having to brush something on, then wipe it off.
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Le Coureur by PC52 - Mamoli - 1:54
Gregory replied to PC52's topic in - Kit build logs for subjects built from 1751 - 1800
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Once the copper is all done, assuming it doesn't have some kind of coating on it, just clean it real good with acetone and it will develop a nice patina in a few months. If you want something a little faster, put it in an enclosed space with a few chopped boiled eggs.. Check every few hours untill it looks like you want. This is copper leaf that I put in a bag with a chopped boiled egg overnight..
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This one? Masting and Rigging Spreadsheet Thanks for getting me there.
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Do you by chance have a link for that? Searching for stuff here is not as intuitive ( for me anyway ) as you think it might be..
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Isn't it really great when someone takes the time to explain something rather than telling us to go look in " $200 Book " .. This epitomizes the true worth of these forums..
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Great update.. The FA is on my " soon to do list " .. I look forward to seeing how the CNC and laser can embellish the kit.. Did you consider using the laser to square up the window frames?
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I have to 2nd Blue Ensign on this. The reason most wood ship kits are never finished is because even the most simple ones are not simple. Take a look at the index of build logs. Note how many are " Finished " Note how many haven't been updated in 5 or more years.. Few people have the patience to see these kits through to the end..
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This came up when I was working on my Mary.. Similar boats have double vangs..
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On an 1820 Baltimore schooner, I assumed he meant these.. ... from the topic i referenced above..
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I'm surprised you didn't get more any replies.. This must have slipped off the radar. There is an excellent topic regarding topsail schooner rigging. Here is the post that has some info regarding vangs.
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Chris, I was just looking in on the Sphinx build and the stove caught my attention. That looks like a great mini kit to offer in your store. Any plans to offer things like this or your other kits like capstans, pumps & etc. ?
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James, what is the software you use for creating the manual? It looks very robust?
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Mantua "blue painted" photo-etched brass
Gregory replied to Alexisgm97's topic in Metal Work, Soldering and Metal Fittings
It's only too abrasive when it's too abrasive... The grit on these start at 1500 and is used for polishing. Grit 1500 2000 2500 3000 5000 7000 High Precision Polishing Sanding Wet/dry Abrasive Sandpaper Sheets - Germany, Pack of 12 -
Bill97, Since your actual question is about color of 3rd party rope, I think you will find that dark brown is in favor for standing rigging, and a hemp color for running.. Since you are going to the expense and trouble of buying out of the box, look for quality that actually looks like miniature rope, and not just different sizes of string/cord.. Here is a post about one of our sponsors CraftySailor
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Do the considerations remain consistent at scale?
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Electric sanding belt file
Gregory replied to Don Case's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
Craftsman still has the lifetime warranty on hand tools.. I don't know if it as easy to claim it as it used to be. I used to could take a 10 year old screwdriver with a chipped blade into a Sears store and swap it out, no questions asked. -
Electric sanding belt file
Gregory replied to Don Case's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
Do you have a link for that? From the image, I cant tell if its a chain saw or an electric shotgun.. -
HM Cutter Alert 1777 by muratx - scale 1:48
Gregory replied to muratx's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1751 - 1800
Very nice..
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