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Thanks for the kind words, Dan--glad that my old log is helpful. You're OK with the cut outs for the oars--by around this time, thole pins were pretty much "out" on small RN boats. While it can be a tricky site at first to navigate, the NMM ( http://prints.rmg.co.uk/category/Ship-plans ) is a great resource for seeing period craft--both in terms of models and esp. old plans. Query "longboat" and "cutter" and check out those to get a feel for late 1700s small boats. The pics from the NMM are smallish, but will give you a good idea of how these guys looked back in the day. Glad you're having fun, Dan! Jay -
Happy New Year, Sam! Wow, she's looking really nice! Looking forward to your updates, when your time permits. While I pull your leg a lot about sails, I like how you did yours--the weathering looks great, and it's a great way to get tension on the gaff's lines! Cheers, Jay
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Dan, she's looking very good! Glad to see you're not hitting some of the snags I ran into with the kit--things look like they're lining up well and etc. with your build. You're photography is excellent, thanks for sharing how you're taking your excellent pictures and thanks for asking the question Keith! The technique looks uncomplicated and the items don't look to be too expensive. Keith, that's marvelous that you're going to do an article for photographing builds for the forum--this is an area I'd like to learn more about and improve on, esp. with an upcoming build that I'm currently drafting. Again Dan, your JB is looking really good and am glad that it's going relatively smoothly for you! Cheers, Jay
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Dan, she's looking good! In my view, first builds are all about learning and developing the skills for this whacky, fun hobby-passion. Sounds like you're having fun and learning, and ya can't beat that combo! You're right about the planking--filler, paint, and etc. will have 'er spruced up in no time. Cheers, Jay
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Dan, it's looking like she's off to a great start! By all means, borrow all that you like from my log--I did much the same for some of my stuff (later in my build, I borrowed a lot from contemporary models at the NMM website). I initially felt the same about planking as you do, but it came together once I actually started doing it. Glad you're having fun--that's the main thing! Cheers, J
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Gregor, the bell looks great! Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year as well! I'm looking forward to following your great build into the New Year! Cheers, Jay
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Dan, enjoy the build! I also chose this AL kit for my first build--ran into a number of issues with the kit, so I hope your build goes smoothly. However, the kit has a lot of room for deviating from the instructions and etc. if you choose. About the planking...if you don't mind the recommendation, I suggest not following the kit's instructions. Give a shot at planking the hull the way a boat actually would be planked, this may be more difficult but it'll be great skillset to have for your future builds. There are a few JB build logs and photo galleries on MSW for reference; also Google John Earl's "Model Boat Yard" web site--he has some good stuff on his site (sorry, can't past the URL into this post...there's a bug in the new IE 11 when it comes to pasting content into forums ). That's a wonderful gift from your wife--I hope you have a lot of fun! Cheers, Jay
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That's great that your kit arrived, and welcome to the motley crew of Sherbourne builders, Jan! Looking forward to following your build! Cheers, Jay
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Kester, I answered in my log.
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Gregor, your bowsprit looks wonderful--excellent work! Likewise, your soldering work looks very nice and your catheads look great! Kester, I hope you're feeling much better (I thoroughly enjoyed reading your post on rigging your Sherbourne )! Tony, looking forward to your next update and seeing what you come up with for doing your blocks--I know it'll be another great innovative solution! Must report that my recent work in my Sherbourne yard doesn't make for very exciting posts for the time being. Additional plans from the NMM recently arrived, so am back to slowly re-drafting the draughts (my drawings are still a bunch of horizontal and vertical lines at present); likewise, I have some research coming that may hopefully shed some light on a couple of issues. It's always a treat to see how everyone's builds are progressing and yours is looking very crisp and sharp, Gregor! Again, well done on your recent work--I like it very much! Cheers, Jay
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crooked keel
CAd My Fingers replied to ed stein's topic in Building, Framing, Planking and plating a ships hull and deck
Hi Ed, if your keel is crooked, it can cause countless problems later with the rest of your build. If your kit is Model Shipways, I recommend ordering free replacement parts from the company & starting over. If it's another company perhaps you can post pics so that others can asses how bad it is and etc. Cheers, Jay -
Sorry, I wasn't plugged in for a couple of days--thanks everyone for getting the game going again! Cheers, Jay
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Quietly following along your latest project, Michael--very much looking forward to her unfolding in your very talented hands! Cheers, Jay
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She's looking great Tim--her sweet lines are really showing; well done! Jay
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You got her, Joe and yep, your spelling is on the money--figured she'd be easy and fun. Handing it over to you, sir! Jay
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OK I think this one will be fairly easy and likely give you all a few laughs when you find her name! Cheers, Jay
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Hi fellas, I'll get a pic up this coming evening! Cheers, Jay
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Queen of Kent? Jay
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You're right, I smelled blood and couldn't resist! Glad to see you at the workbench, Sam and a PM later this week sounds great--it'll be good to catch up! Jay
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While glued and burnt fingers and broken parts are one thing, bloody sails are an entirely different matter: you've crossed over to the darkest of sides with those, Sam!! Kidding aside my friend, she looks like a fun project and I'll be following along your bashing! Cheers, Jay
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Is she the Northern Maple Hockey Puck Beaver? :D Jay
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Well done, Eamonn--you nailed the ship! :) Here's a link to the Canadian and women connections: http://icyseas.org/2012/06/07/moira-dunbar-and-women-in-science/ Your turn, sir! Cheers, Jay
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You're spot on with the South direction! Now consider the 2 other clues in relation to about 45 years after Amundsen... Jay
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Nope, Jud. Eamonn, nope--in relation to your earlier guess: consider Poles and my "change direction" hint... None of the clues will be in her name but they will help with figuring out where she sailed.... J
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Eamonn, not a bad start (& made me laugh)...another clue from your guess: change direction... Jay
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