Anja

Hello Bob,

I have moved the topic for you.

Just take your time and have a look at the links I posted for you.

You will soon find your way around the forum.

If you have any 'How to ...' Questions, have al look here first. Maybe the question has already been asked and answered.

http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/forum/47-questionsinstructions-on-how-to-use-and-post-to-this-forumsite-problems-or-suggestions/

The forums 'Ship Modeling Tips, Techniques and Research' and 'General Kit Discussion' also contain a lot of information.

A question for you. I think your Niagara is from Model Shipways?

If so, please let me know, so I can change the topic title accordingly.

Good luck.

Anja

Hello Bob,

Welcome aboard. I have moved your other topic about your build of Billing Boats Cutty Sark to the 'Kit Build Logs in Progress'.

You can also start a buildlog there of your Niagara.

To help you find your way around the forums, please have a look at the topics in our 'Questions/instructions on how to use and post to this forum/Site Problems or suggestions'. It contains a lot of tips.

http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/forum/47-questionsinstructions-on-how-to-use-and-post-to-this-forumsite-problems-or-suggestions/

You can start a buildlog here: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/53-before-you-post-your-build-log-please-read-this-starting-and-naming-your-build-log/

This topic explains how to add pictures in your posts: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/540-how-to-add-pictures-in-your-posts-and-pms/

Good luck with your build and happy modeling.

Anja

Hello Bob,

Welcome aboard.

To help you find your way around the forums, please have a look at the topics in our 'Questions/instructions on how to use and post to this forum/Site Problems or suggestions'. It contains a lot of tips.

http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/forum/47-questionsinstructions-on-how-to-use-and-post-to-this-forumsite-problems-or-suggestions/

You can start a buildlog here: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/53-before-you-post-your-build-log-please-read-this-starting-and-naming-your-build-log/

This topic explains how to add pictures in your posts: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/540-how-to-add-pictures-in-your-posts-and-pms/

Good luck with your build and happy modeling.

Anja

Very nice Mario,

Just beautiful.

Anja

That is one smooth hull Bob.

Well done.

Anja

Adriaan, you are right. It is the Otapan. Your turn.

Anja you left the name still visible.  It's the SS No Smoking

Now you've made me spill my coffee.

Hello David,

Welcome back. You have been missed.

Looking forward to your updates.

Take care,

Anja

Hello Gigantesco,

Buon Compleanno!

Have a great day!

Anja

Thanks Adriaan! Here's mine.

Good luck.

The Ingenious?

Hello Augie,

Very nice. But when you enlarge the picture ..... It looks even better.

Like to wish those up North a Happy Canada Day -- tomorrow, while I venture up to my favorite lake at 10,000 + foot elevation to fish for the elusive arctic grayling (assuming the winter's ice has melted).

 

Back in the shop by the 4th of July !!     

Have a safe trip and enjoy!

See you next week!

Take care,

Anja

Hello Adriaan,

I have absolutely nothing to add to Robbyn's sound advise.

Follow her advise and take a break.

You feel much better afterwards.

Take care,

Anja

Hello Christian,

The blue stripes on the curved curved rails make it look better.

It adds indeed a little detail. And I like the lamp.

Take care,

Anja

Hello Milo,

Antony (AntonyUK) posted a link for a UK outlet for timber:

http://www.wood-database.com/lumber-identification/hardwoods/persimmon/

I understand you want to physically look at the woods to see the difference. But maybe these links will help.

Keith (themadalchemist) posted a link to the Wood Database: http://www.wood-database.com/lumber-identification/hardwoods/persimmon/

Sapele: http://www.wood-database.com/lumber-identification/hardwoods/sapele/

African Mahagony: http://www.wood-database.com/lumber-identification/hardwoods/african-mahogany/

Honduran Mahogany: http://www.wood-database.com/lumber-identification/hardwoods/honduran-mahogany/

I have never worked with Sapele or Mahogany before.

So I can't help you with your taper question.

Maybe you can type in your question in the searchfield in the top right corner?

I'm sure you fill find some answers.

I hope this helps.

Anja

Hello Mario,

Great, you are back! I hope you had a wonderful vacation.

Wow, she looks great! You're doing an excellent job here my friend.

I really love the color of the wood. What did you use for the finish?

Take care,

Anja

Good morning dear,

I wish you a day that's as special as you are.

Anja

Hello David,

Congratulations on winning the Longboat.

And good luck with your Bounty.

Anja

Hello Kevin,

This was a very interesting to read.

With all those studies going on and exploring all posibilities, I wander what will be decided in the end.

Remove the wreck, do a controlled explosion as suggested or just remove the ammunition?

Thanks,

Anja

Wow Augie,

Incredible work. It looks great.

Take care,

Anja

Hello Nenad,

I agree with Popeye, don't second guess yourself, trust yourself. You are doing great.

Even if you are not seeing a positive result yet, it will come.

Don't think you have made the wrong decision, instead know that things are working out good for you and that you are learning and growing.

There may very well be things you will do differently the next time.

Mistakes gives us an opportunity to fix all sorts of things we think we may have screwed up. We always make the best decision we have access to at the moment.

And last but not least, go easy on yourself.

Maybe it is not a good example, but in learning how to walk, you had to crawl first.

Maybe you even wobbled your knees a few times. But eventually you found your stability.

These are the lessons I have learned during my modeling.

We have a Dutch saying: the grass is always greener on the other side.

Take care,

Anja

Hello Adriaan,

Nice progress. It's looking good.

And soon maybe a test of the lights. Good luck!

Take care,

Anja

Hello Michael,

Thank you for looking in at my build. It is nice to see you here.

I know, I know ..... You need more pictures and more progress.

I promised to make no more excuses, but things have been quite hectic at work since the beginning of April.

They started a big renovation of the entire office building. And we at reception were sitting there, trying to do our work while all around us the demolition work was going on, drilling in concrete, welding, sawing, milling, layers of dust and very nasty smells. After putting in a complaint they finally moved us to a quieter and cleaner workplace. We now share our workplace with the security.

I'm free next week, so time and energy again for the Half Moon. Finally!

Take care,

Anja

Good morning Rob,

Happy birthday.

Have a great day.

Anja

Hello Doris,

That looks inviting. I would like to join in as well.

And as the are a few officers present, I will wear my dress uniform. Just to blend it.

Looking forward to your buildlog of the Royal William.

Take care and have fun at the party

Anja