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Man that is some intense and fiddly work, Chris. Don't take this the wrong way but rather you than me mate
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Hi folks, A quick look in to post an update. This week has been busy outside the shipyard as we are renovating the kitchen. The CEO and I do a lot of that kind of thing ourselves and pace ourselves accordingly, the days of finishing a kitchen and bathroom remodel over a weekend are long gone I did manage to get in the shipyard briefly this afternoon and get a few more small items off my list. Among them was drilling out the 4mm blocks so that the thread that came with the kit would fit. I was dry testing the block rigging and noticed it was impossible to feed the thread through the tiny holes provided. If I had skipped that, the rigging process might have been a little frustrating 😮
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Beautifully done, sir. I sit here and admire this now with the slight angst that one day, in the not too distant future, I will be tackling this too 😬 At least I have this very well documented build log to follow (among others).
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It is amazing the difference that has made! It kind of just finishes that transition off nicely. Like it.
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Welcome aboard, sir.
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Oh, so that's what they all mean when they say "I keep a tight ship". I always wondered about that
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Brig Le FAVORI 1806 by KORTES - 1:55
SaltyScot replied to KORTES's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1801 - 1850
This is why I enjoy the discussions and interactions of this forum so very much, the friendly exchange of valuable pieces of information like this. -
A job well done I must say. It looks fantastic, truly.
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I work with black walnut A LOT, it is a beautiful wood and also smells fantastic when you sand or cut it. It never fails to amaze me how the grain pops once you put any kind of finish on it. The live edge piece you have there is beautiful and, as you so rightly said, perfectly compliments the wood tones of that spectacular model you are building. I will follow along as a (beginner) model ship builder but also as a very interested long time woodworker.
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Man that made me laugh!! You are really quite eloquent, sir.
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John, I didn't want anything that drew attention from the model and was aiming for functional but simplistic. Thanks for picking up on that sir.
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Vossie, After sharing my thoughts with the CEO it was suggested that I centralize the base under the boat. I will not be making it any longer, just moving the holes to, as you so rightly said, balance it out a little better.
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Afternoon all, House renovations have kept me (us) busy over the last few days so minimal time in the shipyard. I have a question for those who follow this blog. I have put together a display stand for the Endeavour: I have brass/copper covers for the pins and a nice nameplate that will be mounted to a block once the base has had its edges rounded: My question to you good folks is, should the stand be as long as the model or does it look OK as it is? Any feedback would be very much appreciated.
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Very meticulous, Glenn and the results speak for themselves sir.
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This really is coming along well. Let's hope we see another update soon. Because I have recently acquired this same kit, I will hop on board and follow along. One thing that does concern me is the holes for your masts, Gaffrig. As far as I know, they have a 15 degree lean stern wards. It will be interesting to see how you get that lean now that the decks are complete sir.
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I am with you on that one! Awesome work!
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Brig Le FAVORI 1806 by KORTES - 1:55
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That is some meticulous work there, very well done. I think I might just pull up a barrel and follow along here -
So very quickly too ...........
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Thanks buddy.
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Nice lines, Glenn, she looks very neat. If I may ask, what sanding sealer did you use sir?
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I can only agree! A real pleasure to look at, Peter.
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Apologies are not needed here, both of these stories are very touching, John. I must say I was saddened to read of this great boats demise on the sands, what a very sorry end to a wonderful ship. She certainly led a full life at sea. The story of the model is not so different. There were times when it could have been lost and completely forgotten, were it not for some good fortune and a few very willing people. I am so very glad she is being restored in such a professional way to at least show the people who get to see her just some of the grandeur and spirit of the once great Duchess!
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I am not sure if you are familiar with the term "gob smacked", John, but I was certainly that when I went through this log. It literally means speechless and sitting here staring open mouthed. The quality is outstanding. I know you are a long way into the build but I will hop on for the rest of the journey sir.
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