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  1. Since I found the Alfred to be beyond my skills, I’ve decided to take a step back and start a build that is more to my skill set. I am enjoying this hobby but need to stay in my lane until I get more experience. Using the instructions and prints provided as well as studying the builds of others will help me in tackling this project.
  2. I am open to suggestions on next build. I had picked up the Navy Frigate Alfred through FB marketplace on the cheap. So I will tackle that since, at the worst, it will be good practice as I am showing a lot of patience while working on these models.
  3. I picked up this model from Facebook marketplace. This one was produced in 1974. There is one other example of this model on this forum and the modeler (Schooner) did a great job. I will be utilizing his pictures and advise as I attempt to tackle this project. I know it is a bit over my head, but I am patient in learning and working on my skills. I picked up an updated instruction manual from Blue Jacket. The first glaring issue I noticed is the difference in the hull. Schooner’s hull came mostly chiseled out. See the second picture. Question number 1, should I chisel out the hull so that it resembles the other modelers hull or work with the hull as is?
  4. Well. It is far from perfect, but I am still happy with the outcome and can’t wait to start my next build. Not sure if I want to do the third suggested model, Muscongus Bay Lobster Smack or tackle something else. I would love some suggestions.
  5. I had an issue with the tiller assembly. Both pieces split as I tried to drill a hole through them. So I took a piece of scrap and a fixed that to the assembly.
  6. It’s been a while since my last post. Life gets in the way sometimes. I started the sail. Any trick to getting the creases out of it? I’ve put 2 coats of paint on the inside and 5 coats on the outside. I think it is coming along nicely.
  7. I used a grey primer spray followed by some light sanding. Will start painting when I return from a convention.
  8. Board cleats and mast step installed. Made the cuts for the chain plate slots. A little confused with what the length of the cut is supposed to be, so I have small slits in place and figure I can go bigger it needed.
  9. I took a couple weeks off helping in-laws pack for their move to Florida. I have completed the bottom of the boat aside from a little more sanding. Should I be using some kind of filler for the bow and stern or is it okay like this?
  10. This step looks much easier on paper than in reality. Note to self, make sure one end is dry before gluing other end.
  11. I have my building board all set. That’s enough for one day. The next step will be planking.
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