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  1.    CaptnBirdseye reacted to a post in a topic: HM Cutter Cheerful 1806 by niwotwill - Syren Ship Model Company - scale 1:48
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  14. CaptnBirdseye
    Thanks for your input Chuck. As you designed it it is always worth listening to. I had thought to do a build log-especially due to the level of difficulty, and with that, the new skills to learn at least for for me- i thought i would get a bit of the build under my belt first. Chers Gray
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  18. CaptnBirdseye
    Thank you. When you explain it like that, it seems the obvious thing to do. My inexperience shows, but would rather ask than get it wrong at this early stage.
  19. CaptnBirdseye
    Sorry probably worded incorrectly, but that is the front of the false keel.
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  21. CaptnBirdseye
    Thanks Paul, you’re a star! Just needed reassurance 😀
  22. CaptnBirdseye
    Hi guys I'm hoping one of you Cheerful builders could give me some advise please? I have added the rabbet strip and cut out the two stem pieces. However, their is a small gap where it meets the false keel. Is this going to be an issue? If so, how would be the best way to proceed? Should i just glue and then clamp it to shape? Also i cannot see why there were two smaller stem pieces provided. Is one used elsewhere, and if so where, please? Sorry, but my first attempt at something like this. Many thanks in advance.
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  24. CaptnBirdseye
    Following with interest 👍
  25.    mtaylor reacted to a post in a topic: HMS Indefatigable 1794 by Blue Ensign - FINISHED - Vanguard Models - 1:64 scale
  26. CaptnBirdseye
    Hi B.E. Must say she is looking a real beauty! Do you mind me asking why you prefer scraping rather than sanding? Apologies if you've answered this elsewhere
  27.    dunnock reacted to a post in a topic: HMS Indefatigable 1794 by Blue Ensign - FINISHED - Vanguard Models - 1:64 scale
  28. CaptnBirdseye
    Have to say, your diaries are as inspiring as they are educational 😀 Great save and an excellent read
  29. CaptnBirdseye
    My two pennethworth, I agree with James 👍
  30. CaptnBirdseye
    You’re really motoring on here Glenn. Looking good 👍
  31. CaptnBirdseye
    I hear ya! Scroll saw experience - vertually nil but willing to give it a go lol. I've priced up the wood package from Vahur at Hobbymill.EU, but undecided which way to go yet. I've also got Cheerful in my stash and just received the wood package from him (Vahur). This is more of 'in the planning' stage at the moment. I've so far: downloaded and printed plans...and er thats about it so far 😬
  32. CaptnBirdseye
    Would 'Laser Grade Poplar lite plywood' be recommended? Sorry, but never bought my own before so all new to me https://www.sketchlasercutting.co.uk/products/6mm-laser-grade-poplar-lite-ply-wood-sheet-fsc?variant=29264387440714 They also supply 'Ceiba' and Birch.
  33. CaptnBirdseye
    Hi Allan. Sorry I guess I’m not making sense. I read in a build diary that Chuck recommended 6mm lite ply be used for bulkheads and false keel. I just wondered if anyone had used the ply supplied by Cornwall Model Boats I had an idea to try making my one as the cost to import from US is very high. If I mess up THEN i can buy some from Chuck 🥺
  34. CaptnBirdseye
    Hi Matt, thanks for the reply. No, I was thinking of the cost vs the 600mm one. Have checked the plan measurements and the scale box measures 4 quarters to the inch. So fingers crossed there.
  35. CaptnBirdseye
    Hi guys Has anyone this side of the pond (UK) used the 6mm lite ply from Cornwall Model Boats for their keel and bulkheads? Or, does anyone think it would be acceptable and up to the job? Here is the link: https://www.cornwallmodelboats.co.uk/acatalog/Lite-Ply-Sheet-6mm-x-600mm-P5521188.html#SID=2043 They also supply in 900mm lengths (for the false keel?). Not really much info on their website so thought i would ask. Cheers Gray

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