My first build of this type of model, and I'm presently working on the shrouds of my HMS Fly. Looking ahead to the ratlines, I notice on the plans that they are shown parallel to the waterline rather than to the sheer - which, on Fly, is quite pronounced. Most photo's of models, however, show them parallel to the sheerpole (if fitted), which follows the line of the upper deadeyes and is, ergo, parallel to the sheer. So I'm puzzled. If that angle is continued right the way up it will be at variance to the level of the top, and that can't be right, shurley?
I've tried looking for mention of this, without success. Am I imagining a problem that doesn't exist? Should I just lose the difference gradually over the height of the shrouds? I'm inclined to follow the plans, but I'd really appreciate guidance from the experts on here. Thank you.