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Pfälzer

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  1. Hey Bob, my friend, I'll take a closer look at this construction. Because at some point I want to put this beautiful ship from in my shipyard. However, I'll probably only do so according to some plans or, if from a manufacturer, then from Corel. Because if you want it to be truly original, it can't be symmetrical, and I'm very good at crooked. Have fun, my dear.
  2. Well, judging by your introduction, you don't seem to be a complete beginner, so I'm sure you'll manage it. I also don't think the difference between Al and Occre is particularly earth-shattering. With Occre, you have the advantage of a fairly good illustrated paper instruction manual and a lifetime spare parts guarantee. You can think what you like about them, but the guarantee is actually reliable. The wood was of good quality, as were the fittings, but you can read all about that in my construction report. There is also a very good video on YouTube that you can use for help. I really enjoyed building this model and it taught me a lot. It is always important to go through the construction plans and descriptions in advance, which is also appropriate for my current Corel build and my previous Amati build. The manufacturers do not seem to differ in this respect. With both, you still have the old conventional construction method where you can contribute your own creativity. To be honest, I have to criticise the new-fangled ones like Vanguard. Every little board and hole is pre-lasered. But everyone has to decide for themselves, and I also understand those manufacturers. They also have to see how they can survive with so many double left-handers nowadays. Regards Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
  3. Hello Arnie, Which part of western Germany are you from? As you can see from my username, we may not be far apart. I also built the San Martin, with a few modifications. So I have some original parts left over and know the pitfalls of the kit, so I could be of some help. Perhaps this will help you make your decision. Greetings from the Palatinate
  4. This question should not even arise. We build ships from centuries ago when there was no electricity. That's why there are deliberately no machines at my shipyard; here, we build ships just like they did back then. Especially since you have to bear in mind that with a Dremel and its 10,000 revolutions, you can cause a lot of damage if you use it incorrectly. I'm pretty sure I'm alone in my opinion, but I'm still proud of it. Take care, you engineers. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
  5. These Blocks are not the finest. So i must clean with special Tools from my Dentalist
  6. So I start here again. First building the little Boats
  7. better ?
  8. Ich habe es auf Englisch gemacht. Dies war der f... Übersetzer i take it again tomorrow
  9. And here the Resultate
  10. Hello everyone, I would like to introduce you to a small kit from Corel that I have been working on for the last three months. As usual with Corel, the wood is of excellent quality and plentiful. The same goes for the rigging. However, I have to criticise the cast metal parts, as they are of poor quality and break easily. The construction plans are, as is also typical for Corel, somewhat unusual and require careful study. However, the assembly instructions are very detailed. The canvas, which I did not use, seems a little too thick, but is of good quality. However, I must point out that the representation of the gaff sail in particular cannot be used as a template, as it is simply incorrect. In addition, the construction plan contains a somewhat hidden reference to the yards, but does not mention the sails. All in all, it is a nice kit that is fun to build, but not necessarily recommended for absolute beginners. However, this is typical for this manufacturer. Best regards Translated with DeepL.com (free version) Übersetzt mit DeepL.com (kostenlose Version)
  11. And here it is. Very old and very nice Wood.
  12. Hello again, A conversation with the seller shed some light on the matter. The manufacturer is indeed Naval Models, a Dutch company that still exists. However, they now specialise in plastic models. The kit is said to date back to the 1960s. So we exchanged various details, and now he is waiting for his money and I am waiting for a box of wood. I will keep you posted.
  13. Hello everyone, Does anyone happen to know the manufacturer Oktopus in this context? I have the opportunity to get a Paranzella kit. But I can't find anything about the manufacturer online; it's supposed to be Italian. Greetings from the Palatinate
  14. Hello everyone, As you can see, the yards and bowsprit are also finished. So all the woodwork except for the dinghies is done. But the whole thing is going away for now, as I have more important things to do for the next three months. I recently went to the furniture store with the Admiralty ‘just to have a look’. After two leisurely cups of coffee, a small stack of papers was placed on the table with the comment, ‘Sign at the bottom right.’ Now I have to tear out our 45-year-old kitchen and, after so many years, renovate the space, which makes sense. Before that, I need to set up an outdoor kitchen in the courtyard behind the house, as I would like to continue to eat. So if I find time to do some DIY in between, I will probably continue working on the Ranger. I would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
  15. Hello everyone, After spending some time working on the Ranger from Corel, it was time to get back to this fine piece. As you can see, the masts are almost finished. They still need their tops, ropes, and blocks, and they will be waxed and polished. Then they will go into the display case on the ship so they are out of the way when I finish the yards. Best regards
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