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  1. Ponto
    Yes, that same blade will respond in the same manner when used on my Proxxon FET. If it is used on any hard wood I must take very slow shallow passes, otherwise the deflection appears. Repetitive use on hard woods will certainly shorten the lifespan of its effectiveness......best to be used on softer woods.
  2. Ponto
    Yes, the hull curvature will pose some challenges with placement. One can reinforce the copied template with any clear thin tape such as packing tape. Use an exacto to open the gun ports on the template and then carefully secure to hull when correct positioning has been confirmed. The openings on the template allow one to mark out positions on the hull and then the cut out process can begin.
  3. Ponto
    Needless to say, using the "fit to page" option for our purposes would indeed lead to unwelcome complications, putting it mildly. Secondly, any method chosen to translate information from a plan can get "screwed up" if care is not taken. What an accurate copy of any gun port plan does is reduce the repetitive transfer of measurements which can lead to inconsistency.
  4. Ponto
    From his description in the original post I would gather that his planking has already been completed and the query is over how to establish a reference for the gun port openings.
  5. Ponto
    Printing a copy off of the plans and using the copy as a template is an option that I've found works for me. An inexpensive home printer with scanning capabilities does the trick as transferring measurements always led to inaccuracies for me.
  6. Ponto
    While no expert on the saw, if the one degree discrepancy exists on the back side than I would think this would aid in clearance with a cut piece as it advances past the blade. Please correct me if I'm wrong.
  7. Ponto
    There is a fine line between the efficiency resulting from being totally organized and the total euphoria one feels when the elusive tool that has eluded you for quite some time, finally presents itself at the most opportune time. I still struggle to find the happy medium..........................!!!!!!
  8. Ponto
    If it works for you and you feel better for the investment, then that is all that matters. Just lost a good portion of my cyano because of a mishap so I understand the challenges with spillage.
  9. Ponto
    Yeah,... double the cost with additional shipping charges. My empty soup cans will for now...............
  10. Ponto
    I look at this and know I need one.... price is reasonable too. But I live in Canada and the currency exchange is brutal. Now I can do with out.........
  11. Ponto
    Very impressive! I admire your obvious and varied talents.
  12. Ponto
    Unfortunately, shipping up north from Menards is a deal breaker for me.
  13. Ponto
    Great techniques and workmanship!!! Thanks for sharing.
  14. Ponto
    Nice.... and I checked amazon and found the same unit rebranded but at double the cost? Go figure?? https://www.amazon.ca/Vibration-Free-Bench-Disc-Sander/dp/B07SFZGHVQ/ref=sr_1_9?keywords=5"+bench+top+disc+sander&qid=1573327510&sr=8-9
  15. Ponto
    In addition to the aforementioned,... time and patience is often overlooked as a go to tool. A slow and methodical technique can do wonders. I've clamped metal straight edges to the marked opening as an aid as well.
  16. Ponto
    I think I've become a fan of this builder. You are doing some very nice work. Looking forward to seeing it finished.
  17. Ponto
    Thanks Ferit, I'm surprised to see this old log still has some life and many thanks for the "likes" as well. I'm humbled by one sent by the Mr. Watton. Maybe I should bring her down from under the dust covers and bring her back into the game.
  18. Ponto
    I think Chuck has hit a homer with this project and can do nothing but good things for the hobby. Great to see the support and just never know if I will make the plunge.
  19. Ponto
    While the carving is exceptional I would have expected extensive scarring on the finger tips.
  20. Ponto
    I'm guessing plenty of projects will be sidelined once this magnificent kit is released. As long as the developers stay true to the prototype and the retail numbers meet with approval, I foresee a shortage of stock at the distributors level because of high demand . Not many builders will be able to resist jumping on this bandwagon..... me included!!!
  21. Ponto
    Just as an FYI....the kit in question has been sidelined as my Corel Berlin called out to me from its resting place on my shelves. In response to the most recent posts, yes, the kit was expensive (by my standards anyway) but there is value to the kit contents. Euromodel kits are challenging for various reasons and this one is no exception. Even if there is some confusion over the accuracy of the actual ship I was only interested what a beauty she is as depicted by Euromodel. It is always up to the builder to bring the contents of the kit to life.
  22. Ponto
    I just use a cheap old soldering iron and shape planks (after some time in boiling water) to closely match my target area and simply pin in place on model to dry and form to the intended contour.
  23. Ponto
    Gorgeous workmanship in an impressive build log. Thank you for sharing!
  24. Ponto
    The work of a master ! Very well done.
  25. Ponto
    Superb workmanship Ferit,.....I've cracked the seal on my Berlin and hope to achieve the high standard that you've set with your build. Really good log you have going here!!! JP

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