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    Ah when 3 parts become 20ish! Detailing out this motor launch became a small project in of itself. I threw up my hands after the detail kit instructed me to cut off the plastic molded supports to stack the motor launch on top of the barge in exchange for brass only to discover that they're not tall enough. And then, entertainingly, the exampled photo doesn't show all the parts offered being used! I worked it out as best as I could for now and this is what I ended up with. Couple discoveries along the way, Blue Tack is great for holding small parts to a build plate and Duco is best used for super small parts like that the bow flag staff, which took about 10 attempts to achieve the picture. In the end, I love this stuff! I love the madness of the hyperdetailing and it's great practice, and I really loved when I shared this picture below to laymen friend of mine, he thought the penny was a coaster!.
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    Yeah, the more I was working with it, the more I realized it's value really is for only temporary work. To really get it to stick on, you have to stick with CA.
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    I'm always amused how you try to sit down to do what you think is a small isolated project for your main build, like building a motor launch only to realize it needs to be integrated sooner than you think. Last night, I said, "Self, we'll need these eventually, let's just build a motorlaunch." But as I scoured the details and dug into it, considering all the fine detail that the photo etch kit provides, there's no way that I can think to safely handle this part once its completed. You can see an example below of how small the propellor and rudder is in the sheet. Therefore, I decided to build out the underside with the stands, prop and rudder, then glue it to the main project and build off the ship all of the topside details. From a painting perspective, the initial coat of the launch will be the same as the rest of the ship and then I'll still have access to detail paint the other parts. Below are pictures the overall instructions and as always, love to show the comparison of value that the photo etch offers compared to the stock part, which is shown complete as the kit alone intended. This is how far 2 hours got me between planning and executing on one motorlaunch. As you can see in the instructions, there are several more parts to be added. I need to figure out a good material to coat the grating once it's in place, maybe 00 silkspan soaked in diluted pva. Added an overview of the Mogami status with most structures only dry fitted to the painted deck. Thoughts?
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    Everyone has their own preferences and I'm trying to work out mind for the types of glue to use. One of our more experienced members swears by Duco cement, some pretty old school stuff! What I like is that it sets relatively quickly but you have about 20 seconds to adjust things, dries clear but the most important thing is it allows for a do over. Parts with this glue can be peeled off without destroying the part and the residue is easy to remove leaving both parts looking like the glue was never there. Been a nice add to the arsenal. The one CON I have is the metal tube it comes in, one small indentation of the tube and you end up with excess glue waste. I let it drip on my build plate and once dries, scrapes up really easy. Price has gone up a bit in the past 2 years but you can pick up a 6 pack for about $20 on amazon.
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    This part of the Superstructure turned out nice so far. The seam gaps won't be noticeable once other portions of the superstructure are layered on. For now, I'm working as much brass and build as I can before pulling out the airbrush. Dry fitting as needed to see the progress.
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    Been needing to satisfy that PE itch again, granted that taking close up pictures can be a bit brutal. I overworked this grating for the bridge and it became many pieces. After 6 attempts, I landed with this. A bit glazed but it's a relatively small part and once painted, won't look so frumpy. I did straighten it out a little bit after I took this pic, here it is compared to its plastic counterpart.
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    I remember having to shave the openings up larger to get it to fit.. it wasn't a smooth experience.
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    Looks like another winner Ron, can't wait to see her in the diorama. I need to learn flag making from you! See ya at the meeting Joshua
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    Construction of the Hull -
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    I was actually rounding the edges of the timbers for the base in the hospital while my wife was in labor.
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    Unboxing of the kit.
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    Hello, After being distracted with other projects, it’s time to resurrect a previous build log of this shelf queen, Model Shipways (Now not so popular) 1/64 Prince De Neufchatel. Operated as a privateer for the United States during the War of 1812. Started the project back in 2015 as my third build and suffered some analysis paralysis late 2018. Since 2018, it has resided on the shelf in this current state. Hull planking and deck planking (Alaskan Cedar) is completed on its completed base. My daughter was born in 2016, it’d be very sentimental to complete this build considering this picture of her as an infant. I have a better understanding of ship model building since then and am better equipped to get beyond the vague instructions and drawings. I’ve also acquired the Smithsonian Plans which should also assist. Plan to display bare poled, level of rigging is to be determined.
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    Great work painting the captain.. looking forward to seeing it all together. urg, i should start a build log..... maybe Joshua
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    Vince.. any update on this build?
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    with a converter
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    If you're willing to pay the shipping, whatever that is. Not sure what the complexities could otherwise be shipping to the UK. It runs on 120V, standard US electric service. Joshua
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    Hello, Selling a Jim Brynes Ropewalk, never used. Beautiful piece of machining, comes with everything seen in the pictures. Seeking $300 plus shipping from New Jersey, 08053. Happy to discuss via PM or a phone call. Can accept Venmo, Paypal, or check if a must. Thanks!
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    Glad I found this, looks great so far!
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    Here's Hollowneck sail presentation on YouTube - did you see this?
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    Pulling up a chair.. I have this kit in my back log Joshua
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    just curious, what's the box look like for this kit? I think I have the same one!
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    That's a drive! Here's the flyer and participation sheet for the ModelCon, has all the info! As for the meeting, we're gathering at the Independence Seaport Museum at 6:30p. If you end up paying for parking at the museum, the club is doing at least a partial reimbursement. I can PM you my phone number if you think you're going to make it in case you have any issues. Joshua 2022 Modelcon Volly Flyer .pdf PSMS ModelCon2022 Participant Sheet.docx
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    Hi Andrew, if you're close to Philly, maybe you'll consider visiting the Philadelphia Ship Model Society, we meet at the Independence Seaport Museum the first Thursday of every month, so we have a meeting this Thursday. Good Luck with your build. Also, if you're interested, you should consider participating in ModelCon onboard the Battleship NJ on August 6th. Bring a model on board to display with the rest of us, you'll can tour the ship for free. If any of that is interesting, let me know and I can provide additional information. Joshua Joshua
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    Is there a discussion somewhere on why the old Nichimo kit is so off compared to this kit? I have that old Nichimo kit. Joshua
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    Nice finish is it coming to show and tell?

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