Wawona59
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Based on the photo of your Allerton Steam Pumper model in bobandlucy Concord Stagecoach build log and your description, I ordered the two-horse hitch for my Allerton Steam Pumper model which is still awaiting my attention. (Beautiful model by the way). I now need to find a pair of 1/12 scale horses to go with it.
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My horses came from ModelExpo but it looks as though they are out of stock, this is the company that manufactures them so you may find them elsewhere.
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I REALLY like your idea of a silent auction to support a worthy cause. I was thinking of selling my models at the Holiday Bazaar we have. This is much preferable.
If you don't mind sharing with me, what was involved in setting this up?
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Hi. I was not successful in selling my model at any of my events. I discussed a reasonable auction price with Nic at Bluejacket based on what he sells the finished model in case for at retail. I went lower but still no offers. The problem is we are dealing with a very small population who values our work. I had silent auctions and live auctions and by far the best success is with a live auction. I’m sure if I had the model at the live auction it would have been sold especially if you have an excellent auctioneer. Not sure this helps but I wish you best of luck. Happy to talk live if I can help. There are lots of other ways to raise money for your charity. I was very fortunate this year and raised over $30,000 for ZERO Prostate Cancer. Good luck!!
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Mr. Tosti, I recently purchased your three book set and plans for building a model of the clipper ship Young America. The books were not cheap, but well worth the price of admission. Your books and modeling techniques have inspired me (after my illness) to get back to building my Flying Fish model. Thank you for writing these books.
John
Wawona59 on MSW
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Hi Ferrus, I've been reading your build logs with pleasure. Just thought I'd drop by and say Hi. I've been building sailing ship and aircraft models since I was 10 in 1969. I used to build my sailing ship models on a picnic table in the back yard during the summers. That worked out great until a breeze caught the sails. You are doing some wonderful work on your Golden Hinde. I particularly like your paint work.
It's wonderful to see someone your age interested in modeling sailing ships instead of playing games on their smart phone. I've got an unfinished GH staring at me from the "shelf of doom". Maybe I should dust it off and see what I can do with it. Keep up the good work!
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When did you write this? I finished my Golden Hinde in February of last year. Many of the logs you comment on are very interesting, and I will be attempting a wooden scratch build this summer. I greatly appreciate the kind words and encouragement, and I would also encourage you to finish your Golden Hinde. I will be looking forward to the build log. College has taken some time off my hands, so I do not have a current project. I am always glad to be on the forum and looking at the amazing things people build, because I always learn something.
Cheers!
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Welcome to Model Ship World. I'm a relatively new member of MSW and have found the membership to be congenial, helpful and willing to share ideas and offer help. Welcome Aboard
Wawona59
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Welcome to MSW DanG. If you are into shipmodeling, nautical researching or just BSing about the same, you've found the right place. Although I'm relatively new to MSW, I have learned sooo much about building techniques from the build logs. I hope you enjoy your time here. If you have not already done so, feel free to post to the new member introductions on the home page. Welcome to the group.
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Hello Robp1025,
I have just started working on the Encore 1/232 USS Olympia kit Premium Edition. The kit has photo-etch, resin parts and a wooden deck veneer. I haven't gotten very far. I've got the hull halves together with a base coat of white and mounted on the pedestals.
If you are unable to find an Encore kit, I'm willing to sell you my Olympia kit that I've started.
Wawona59 - John Newcome
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