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SOLEIL ROYAL 1669 by michel saunier
dvm27 replied to michel saunier's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1501 - 1750
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Excellent topic, Gaetan. We are in the process of having our Swan class builds rendered as 3D illustrations, a step by step building log to be used in conjuction with our Swan class books. This should make the construction of one of these models significantly easier. Stay tuned...
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Great job on the anchor, Chuck. What type of black paint (brand) do you use to paint them.
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Oscillating Spindle Sander to get one or not.
dvm27 replied to Eddie's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
I use my OSS pretty much every day. The tilting table is a nice feature but not essential. My ten year old one has been discontinued and I'm about ready for a new one. Looking at the Jet - great reviews. -
Bravo, Blue Ensign. One of the nicest Swans I've seen, scratch or kit built!
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Yes, Danny, I did say that. And I really mean it after this model is completed! Your stagecoach is awesome. Glad you're back. Speedwell has a beautiful quarterdeck bulkhead (see NMM photo above) which I'm working on now. The arched door and molded frame has taken me almost two weeks to reach this point. Thanks for those who have commented. David and I are hoping to get the first volume of our Speedwell book into print this year (late, very late). It will give three options for building - plank on frame, plank on bulkhead and lift method. Volume two will cover masting and rigging.
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Fabulous work Johann. Any photos of how you drilled the hole into the balls atop the tapered stanchions?
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Nice job so far, Rich. I can't tell from your photos but have you lined out the hull. It looks like you're going to need some serious drop planks at the bow!
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Back issues of Model Shipwright are usually available through ABE (http://www.abe.com). When I am too old and feeble to model and have sold all my tools and books I shall have just the complete run of Model Shipwright on my nightstand to relive my glory days.
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That's what makes you you Keith. Most of us would have eye-balled that until we were close. Does anybody still remember geometry after high school?
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Thanks, all, especially RichardG. Just ordered ten. Is MSW a great site or what!!! And yes, Kurt. I grew up watching Norm Abrams and Bob Veeeeeela and the current crew. You can certainly never have enough clamps for sure. Funny thing is, I've spend thousands of hours watching this show and feel like I could handle any home related project - but never do!
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I find these spring clamps to be very handy but the two I have are worn down. Anyone know of a source for thes @ 4" length spring clamps?
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End mills (micro) Vendor source
dvm27 replied to Maury S's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
I use carbide end mills, preferable 3/4" length. If you've never used MSC direct it's a great resource. Next day delivery and millions of choices. For example https://www.mscdirect.com/browse/tn/Milling/End-Mills/Square-End-Mills?navid=12106240 -
Are you still modelling, Pete? We miss updates on your exquisite models!
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You're in very good hands, Alex! His work is reminiscent of Narim Majgeldinov (same style and finish).
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Great gratings Johann. What type of blade are you using to cut your brass sheet?
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Lovely work, as ever, Keith. Your brass work is polished to perfection. What steps do you take to achieve the mirror-like finish?
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Pandora by marsalv - FINISHED - 1:52
dvm27 replied to marsalv's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1751 - 1800
Lovely capstans, Marsalv! It does make one wonder about the practicalities of manning the lower capstan bars when both are required for the task at hand. -
Stockwin wrote a very nice piece of life aboard a naval vessel in the late 1700's. It's a nice primer for his books. http://www.mcbooks.com/pdf/KYDDsWORLD.pdf
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Really enjoying this build, Tecko. You may wish to visit Woodlands Scenery http://woodlandscenics.woodlandscenics.com/ for some ideas on road and water making. It's an excellent site with many free videos.
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Fascinating casting and the small boats look beautiful, Alex. It looks like you cast far more parts then you can use on your two models. Do you sell the rest or just keep them in case you mess one up?
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Is your mill CNC controlled or did you freehand mill that stem rabbet? Very impressive in either case.
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Have you thought about how you are going to mount your model? Now would be the time to drill and tap holes for the mounting screws if that is in your plans.
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Well done, Christian. Doing this in two parts certainly helps keep the rabbet crisp but you did a very nice job..
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They're delicate little suckers. Ben. Same thing happened to me (and Toni, I believe). Second time around I glued on some battens to hopefully keep it stable until planking.
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