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WestPort

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  1. WestPort started following HM Cutter Cheerful 1806 by Zarkon - Syren Ship Model Company - scale 1:48 , Libertad 1925 by Valeriy V - Scale 1:100 - Spanish Type F Light Cruiser , 'Oseberg' Viking Ship (v3) by James H - Ships of Pavel Nikitin - 1/25 and 7 others
  2.    Jrlaiho reacted to a post in a topic: To varnish copper plates or not to varnish?
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  5. WestPort
    I attached a photo of the ship right after coppering, after lacquer sprayed and (after removing the lacquer) as it sits now. The finish in the current photo is a bit difficult to see as I am taking the picture through the case. Its only been 4 years so I assume that the "ageing" of the copper will continue to get more deep over time.
  6.    Jrlaiho reacted to a post in a topic: To varnish copper plates or not to varnish?
  7. WestPort
    Very nice copper job. Like you I had similar concerns regarding the shine created when I coppered my Pegasus. I did spray it with Alclad II Flat lacquer but did not like the result on the entire ship. It definitely dulled the shine but, at least on my ship, it really made the individual copper plates stand out. I ended up removing it and, like Blue Ensign, have simply left mine to "weather" as is. After 4 years it has taken on a rather nice tarnished look, definitely still a copper finish but a much more subdued shine. In the end it is up to personal preference. Given the quality of your work I am sure that whatever you choose will end up looking great. John
  8.    WestPort reacted to a post in a topic: CSS Alabama by Frank Burroughs - Revell - 1/96 - PLASTIC
  9.    WestPort reacted to a post in a topic: Thresher & stable engine by RGL - Plus Model - 1/35
  10.    WestPort reacted to a post in a topic: HMS Beagle by Firs49 - OcCre - 1:60 - First Build
  11.    WestPort reacted to a post in a topic: Nisha by AJohnson - FINISHED - Vanguard Models - 1:64 - Brixham 'Mumble-Bee'
  12.    WestPort reacted to a post in a topic: HM Cutter Cheerful 1806 by JpR62 - 1:48 scale
  13.    mtaylor reacted to a post in a topic: HMS Indefatigable 1794 by Blue Ensign - FINISHED - Vanguard Models - 1:64 scale
  14.    Blue Ensign reacted to a post in a topic: HMS Indefatigable 1794 by Blue Ensign - FINISHED - Vanguard Models - 1:64 scale
  15. WestPort
    Congratulations, another great build that will continue to inspire and inform others.
  16.    WestPort reacted to a post in a topic: USS Constitution by mtbediz - 1:76
  17.    WestPort reacted to a post in a topic: Using a serving Machine. ( Syren Serv o matic)
  18.    mtaylor reacted to a post in a topic: Hello from Perth, Ontario - On to Victory!
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  20. WestPort
    A pub in your basement - sounds like we have a location 😁. I'm in.
  21.    mtaylor reacted to a post in a topic: Hello from Perth, Ontario - On to Victory!
  22.    Ian_Grant reacted to a post in a topic: Hello from Perth, Ontario - On to Victory!
  23. WestPort
    We definitely should do that.
  24. WestPort
    Definitely should connect at some point. We are in Perth often as well.
  25. WestPort
    Welcome Malcolm. I didn't realize there were others so close by that are also interested in this hobby. I live just outside Westport on Upper Rideau Lake.
  26.    WestPort reacted to a post in a topic: Blackening revisited
  27.    WestPort reacted to a post in a topic: Ships at Trafalgar - what kits are available?
  28.    WestPort reacted to a post in a topic: Cutter Cheerful 1806 by rafine - FINISHED
  29. WestPort
    I'm pulling up a chair and really looking forward to following your build. This one is also on my radar for later this year so I am very interested in seeing how you progress.
  30. WestPort
    Congratulations, she looks great.
  31. WestPort
    Excellent, thanks James for doing this. Its may be a small thing but it is very helpful.
  32. WestPort
    Mike, Just wanted to say thanks so much for the Rigging summary above. I'm in the process of rigging my Pegasus and this summary will be very helpful in understanding the purpose of all the lines and how they work together. All the best for the holidays. Amazing job on your model, congratulations! John
  33. WestPort
    Was happy to hear that you would be taking on this model and will definitely be following this build. Like many other members, your Pegasus build has been an invaluable source of information and inspiration for my own build. I am Looking forward to seeing what you do with the Sphinx.

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