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Coyote_6
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@Chuck Seiler Thanks Chuck for the vote of confidence. And we DO want to finish at some point! I'm glad folks were willing to discuss both sides of the "to serve or not to serve" question. There are always different approaches. -
@Dr PR Thanks Phil. If I am being honest, I may be a bit overwhelmed with this new first-timer task!🤪 There's like 20 lines at the bowsprit, I'm referencing like 3 different books and Chapelle's sail plan, and just trying to get it right. I may be a bit tightly wound!! 🤣 Thankful for the help from you guys. Makes all the difference. I think it's the eating an elephant analogy. How do you eat an elephant? Focus on 1 bite (line) at a time. I am learning and having fun, so there is that!
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Bowsprit gammoning and frapping turns per Lever. Let me know if I have issues friends - I think corrections will be more difficult the farther we proceed! Port: Starboard: Frapping turns: I think bobstays (bobstay and bobstay preventer???) are next on the list. Thanks for looking in and any comments in advance! (Lever, Sheet Anchor, Page 19)
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@catopower Thanks Clare. I am glad you like it. There are so many choices (recently the all black bowsprit with the natural red wood bits - just went with it) and I just hope they are cohesive in the end. A fun build though for sure.
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@Dr PR Thanks Phil! I did not know that it was called a crupper - fun fact. Thanks on inhaul and outhaul. Unfortunately Albatros didn't have a spritsail yard so I am winging it so to speak. I think my biggest trouble is Lever or Marquardt will show something (spritsail yard footropes as topic of the day) - Chapelle's "plan" does not. Does that mean she didn't have spritsail yard footropes, or did Chapelle/RN know they were always there so did not note them? Slow and steady wins the race here. I'll be in touch 🤣🤣🤣!
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I have to admit to being a bit lost at sea for the last 6 weeks. Spars and rigging are a far greater challenge then I expected. With no plans I am floundering. I have resolved to rig what I understand and hold off on what i don't. An example of an issue is the jibboom inhaul and outhaul. I know they exist and were used. Do they stay rigged or only when they are needed? Serving. So much is served. At 1/58 scale do I need to serve the lines for my first build, or is an appropriate diameter line 98% of the battle? Anyway, I have built out the bowsprit according to Lever. Spritsail yard according to Chapelle. So a little progress anyway. (Open to any thoughts here!) Gammoning the bowsprit and rigging the bobstays is coming next.
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I am probably too late to the party, but if the bulkheads are planked inboard and outboard you can compensate somewhat for the deformed plywood with the planking. My experience is that the planks can be sanded down to smooth the bulge. (Especially true in the bow where you can use longer planks over the plywood.) The plywood can also be thinned (or even partially removed where it sticks out a bit much. That said, she's looking good. The first one is always a challenge. Keep up the great work. Examples: Rough structure issues with my plywood bulkhead core starboard side. Missing gunport "frames" in the plywood form, port side.
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The Admiral is always right, and in this case very nice improvement! That is a beautiful transom (correct term?)!
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Yeah Chris. Much improved 3d effect. I find with plastic models that a wash after picking the highs and lows can blend and soften in a way that is pleasing to the eye. Too bad you don't have extra pieces to play with though.
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Good to see her again Chris!
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(Obviously the wood and "glass" aspects look wonderful!)
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The only comment I can offer is that if the pellet is lead it may not be the best choice for a long lasting solution? I think lead is subject to oxidation/disintegration over long periods of time. https://www.navsea.navy.mil/Home/Warfare-Centers/NSWC-Carderock/Resources/Curator-of-Navy-Ship-Models/Lead-Corrosion-in-Exhibition-Ship-Models/ (Hat tip to user Bob Cleek who cited the above in the following MSW thread: )
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Scary stuff drilling holes in fine bulkheads. Well done!
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Beautiful work and what an awesome and unique gift! Fun watching it come together!
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Copper looks very nice sir.
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Very nice work!
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For what it's worth, #1 is good but #2 just ROCKS!! #2 for me sir.
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Phil - it goes without saying but your Albatros is simply stunning. Well well done! When you look at her, make sure you realize how many people you have helped in this hobby with your research, advice and kindness. I would say I will miss the Albatros but I can absolutely guarantee I will revisit these posts for technical insight and motivation for many many years to come! Thanks for bringing us aboard Phil. Phenomenal!!
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That is a crop of a picture of the replica U.S. Brig Niagara in Cleveland, 2010, from an article in The Plain Dealer. (Photo credit John Kuntz?) It is pretty low res! 😭 https://www.cleveland.com/metro/2010/06/cleveland_students_help_bring.html The 1812 era is probably my favorite for tall ships. Currently I am working the 1812 privateer Prince de Neufchatel. Next up will likely be Constructo's Enterprise (1799), and finally in my stash is the Model Shipways 1:76 Constitution. I am a little daunted by Constitution, especially after following your efforts here! The complexity is astounding. Hopefully completing the Prince and Enterprise will prepare me for what's ahead!! But I mean, c'mon. Your ship's bell?? That would take me 6 months and still not look as nice. Beautiful work Glen!
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Glen - I just watched the video. Paraphrasing Tom Hanks - "There's no crying in model shipbuilding!!" Just beautiful. Constitution is magnificent and you guys have represented her just so well. It would take a ship in the bottle guy to finish her up with all those tight spaces. Take a bow sir, and thanks for letting us follow along!
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Well worth the effort Phil! Very nice work and a very unique feature. Nice.
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Wow Mark. Those are your rough cuts?? Look pretty clean and precise to me brother. Nice.
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