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  1. dvm27
    A "Good morning" post from Amalio is my favorite way to start the day! Flawless workmanship as always.
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    That's one crappy looking boat Gary! And I hope you'll take that as the highest compliment.
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    Your use of dies to reduce round stock is new me. Very useful.
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    Now that is extraordinary work! May I ask what scale they are? A small ruler or pencil might help us better appreciate their size.
  5. dvm27
    Your work looks very nice (I think) but too small to fully appreciate. I have posted very hi-resolution photos here so perhaps you need to change camera settings?
  6. dvm27
    Both models look beautiful. Mike, you weren't tempted to put Chuck's figure head on your model for a photo op? Or slip it into your pocket,,,
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    it's like the movie "Groundhog Day". You just keep rebuilding the model until you get it right. Looks like it will be a great kit, Chris!
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    I no nothing about paint Mark but I'm sure someone like Druxey could advise you how to tone down the color by mixing with another.
  9. dvm27
    Lovely work!. Are you familiar with the models and research of Texas A&M University who excavated her? If not check out http://nautarch.tamu.edu/model/report1/bellehull.htm
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    You can also try laminating thinner strips over a form. Shape a piece for wood to the curve you want (add a little extra curve to allow for spring back). Glue and clamp the 2 or 3 thinner strips together over the form. when dry they will retain the curve.
  11. dvm27
    Depending on the lengths of the mast and spars you wish to make the lathe may not be the best choice due to deflection of the piece towards the center. Sherline does offer a steady rest but in a yard with an octagonal midsection this feature doesn't work well.
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    So the clinker effect is created by paring back the next section of frame to the notch? I’m used to seeing the top of the plank shaved back to receive the bottom of the next plank. Is this how you built the 1:1 version? Seems easier.
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    That’s a perfect little model, Kortes!
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    Chuck sets a very high bar, Mike. One could easily confuse your work with his. Always look forward to your updates!
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    Marvellous model Alex. Didn't you make two of them? Hard to tell from the photos but at least one of the plans is Atalanta, a Swan class vessel. The class is featured in the four volume series by David Antscherl with every detail included. Plans and books are available from Sea Watch Books. Would love to see the quick and easy method you used to make the hull.
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    Would look great in any maritime museum, Frank. Well done!
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    The volute detail and molding looks excellent, Chuck. It's hard to believe they're laser cut!
  18. dvm27
    Perhaps one day you’ll prepare an index as to what is the subject of each video, Kudin. They are a remarkable resource.
  19. dvm27
    Like Druxey, my experience with cutting cover slips neatly was virtually non-existent. Well done!
  20. dvm27
    Atalanta would make a lovely model. If you use the NMM model as a basis, with it's lovely color palette, it's a guaranteed winner!
  21. dvm27
    Our fully rigged Swan class 3D model is almost complete. How cool would it have been to have this photo when building your fully framed model? The CD should be ready later this year. Kudos to Denis!
  22. dvm27
    Outstanding work, Jorgen. Airplane model details are so much cooler than when I was a kid. The cockpit detail, especially, is amazing (color PE details!). I find it amusing that aircraft modelers seem inclined to weather their models for a more realistic appearance while us ship modelers prefer a more pristine approach.
  23. dvm27
    What a fantastic and simple holding tool! Thanks for the tip. Do you have any video of making the brass bindings for the lower deadeyes?
  24. dvm27
    Admiralty Models has only a few three pounder Speedwell cannon barrels left. The set of eight are CNC turned in brass with exceptional detail. Bored for trunnions (included). Barrels are 1.125" in length (32 mm). If you are planning on building Speedwell at 1:48 scale then these are the cannons you want! Price for the set is $40 US plus shipping. If interested please send a PM or respond to dvm27@comcast.net.
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    Wow, that's old school. Cutting out all those bulkheads to spec and getting them to align will be fun! The bulkhead and keel wood looks nice. Is it birch ply? Any warping over the years?

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