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  1. captainbob
    That was the hardest part for me also. In looking back at my build of the Lettie G Howard I'm sorry I didn't have better pictures of how it went together or a better write-up but I hope these pictures might help. http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/4692-lettie-g-howard-schooner-by-capnbob-148-pob-complete/?p=158749 It really is a matter of throwing away the plans and just making it look right. Bob
  2. captainbob
    What an amazing little piece of machinery. And that's just the start. Bob
  3. captainbob
    Your micro sculpting (what else can you call it) is simply awesome. Bob
  4. captainbob
    Thank you all for your comments and likes. Bob
  5. captainbob
    The foredeck looks great with such a wonderful windlass. Bob
  6. captainbob
    If I had a system like that on my workbench I'd have less room to build then I have now. And I would never remember what drawer I put things in and the search for what I need would be open drawer after drawer. I'm sure it is good for some but I'll stick with my mess. Bob
  7. captainbob
    We all live by the saying, “measure twice and cut once”. That should also go for research. Back on entry #117 I built the wheelhouse and thought it was good, and many of you agreed. Then more research. I found a picture of the Pequot showing paneling on the structures on the upper deck. After trying three or four methods of paneling I finally think I figured out how. Then I took these pictures. UUGH! I should be able to clean it up some, besides as everyone says, “pictures look worse than the real thing”. Anyway, here are the pictures. Bob
  8. captainbob
    Fine start. She's looking good. Bob
  9. captainbob
    Glad things are getting better. It's family and you first, then the hobby. Bob
  10. captainbob
    She's looking lovely. Bob
  11. captainbob
    Sorry about the lack of caffeine but the results speak for themselves. Bob
  12. captainbob
    Coming along nicely and looking good, but the glass in the windows is great. Bob
  13. captainbob
    With nothing in the picture to show scale, she looks full size. Bob
  14. captainbob
    Very well done. I love the doors on the wheelhouse. That paneling is great. Bob
  15. captainbob
    Thanks Kees. But it's Cap 'n' Bob I was never a captain. Bob
  16. captainbob
    Einstein once said, "If a cluttered desk is a sign of a cluttered mind, of what then, is an empty desk a sign of?" I think that goes for work stations also. Bob
  17. captainbob
    She's a fine looking boat all dressed up now. What glue did you use on the sails? Every time I try the glue wicks into the cloth and discolors it. Bob
  18. captainbob
    Thanks Walt. Nice to see you're still around. How are your builds coming? Bob
  19. captainbob
    And we see another masterpiece in the works. She's looking great, Nils, simply great. Bob
  20. captainbob
    Ah yes, she's a fine looking boat. Bob
  21. captainbob
    Thanks Lawrence and Pete for the encouragement. Bob
  22. captainbob
    Dozens of beautiful tiny models all put together to make a boat. How great is that? Bob
  23. captainbob
    Ah, to be small enough to sail such a fine boat. Bob
  24. captainbob
    The hull is a fine piece of art as it is. Just like a lovely leaf floating on the water. Bob
  25. captainbob
    You've done a great job. She's a beauty. Bob

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