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Kurt Johnson

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  1. Kurt Johnson
    The barrel is 4 1/4 inches so it could be a 9 pounder.
  2. Kurt Johnson
    Maybe I can answer my own question. I know this kit is based on the old Marine Models kit and I found a picture. It’s listed as 1/2 inch (1/24) on the box.
  3. Kurt Johnson
    Does any one know what scale the Model Shipways Naval Smoothbore kit (MS4004) is supposed to be? The website says 1:24, but the box picture says 1:16 scale. I want to pick one up for something quick to do. Kurt
  4. Kurt Johnson
    Tain’t natural, says I. Some wizardry here, says I. No human could do this without the help of some powers that should be left alone. I says we should go there and take care of this before its to late!!!!!! Please don’t stop. I search every time I log on for updates! Very inspiring, though very humbling. Kurt
  5. Kurt Johnson
    To me it seems an extravagance, and one that would be a PIA to keep looking halfway decent on a ship whose goal was profit. As for a presentation model, I could understand the extra flourish completely. I'm wondering if it is just artistic license on the original model. I am only questioning the practice of the day with regards to actual ships. Kurt
  6. Kurt Johnson
    Did privateer ships during the American Revolution actually carry such fancy decorations? I enclosed a view of KenW's Fair American in which he made a spot on recreation of the Annapolis model's decoration. (The entire model is beautiful and one of my favorite subjects.) I have always loved this model and built one back when it was a solid hull kit. I have started my own Fair American (for the zillionth time) and I've always wondered if any privateer would go to such extravagance. As I understand they were pure for profit ventures. Is there any documentation of any ships of there ilk or even merchant ships having some thing like this? I know the whole model of a model bit. Kurt
  7. Kurt Johnson
    Can't wait for what's on the horizon. Kurt
  8. Kurt Johnson
    I received a set of the medium strips, I'd say they're like 600 grit maybe finer. I think the coarse might be more useful over all. Kurt
  9. Kurt Johnson
    I ordered some of the medium ones to play with, they sound like they'll be quite useful. This kind of thing keeps reminding me how slim the chance of stumbling onto something like this would've been in the dinosaur preinternet days. How lucky we are. Kurt
  10. Kurt Johnson
    Thanks, That gives a point of reference, they're much coarser than I would have imagined. I thought the fine would of been too fine to be of much use. I use flexigrit now, but the metal backing should really be a plus. I'll have to give them a go. Kurt
  11. Kurt Johnson
    With regards to the dental abrasive strips, which coarseness is the most practical for use on wood, fine, medium or coarse? What sandpaper grit are they similar to, 400, 600, 1000?? They sound very interesting. Kurt
  12. Kurt Johnson
    I know Tri sodium phosphate (TSP) will take the black water stains out of oak somewhat, but I don't what it would do with other woods. There is also oxalic acid which is supposed to bleach wood, but I've never used it. Maybe the maple is spalted which is a kind of fungal decay. I don't know if that can be removed. Kurt
  13. Kurt Johnson
    I remember about 2 years ago there was a thread about kit quality and Model Expo was part of the discussion. I just received a Mayflower kit, I think my fourth. When they went from solid hull to plank on bulkhead the plywood was garbage, twisted, warped, hollow spaced, laser cuts over done. Complete garbage (this a family friendly forum, right?). They were always very quick to supply replacements, but they were the same quality. Trying to correct for this was a lot of frustrating work and ended in the trash. Well I figured I would give it one more shot. This time I purchased some beautiful 5 ply birch from Midwest to make my own bulkheads before I ordered my kit. Wouldn't you know it Model Expo has improved the plywood, it's straight and true (still 3 ply). I wonder if MSW had some impact? I still might make my own, as I have all this great 5 ply which is much better. Still and all, I'm impressed. Kurt
  14. Kurt Johnson
    BE, I used to vacation on an island in the middle of the St Lawrence River. It was a classic boat heaven. In fact the cottage I rented was a converted Skiff house. The wood work was amazing, hand beading on the beams, etc. We used to see steam launches like this all the time. I had wanted to refurbish one, but I bought the wrong lottery tickets. The Ceremonial Barges, like Greg built are very nice. I like the superstructure they have. In 1/48 or 1/24 it would be a beautiful model. I'd like to try building one at some point. What ever you end up doing will be a treat. Regards, Kurt
  15. Kurt Johnson
    BE, I've always wanted to build one off the classic steam launches, like the one above. I love that wood work!! That would be a nice project. Kurt
  16. Kurt Johnson
    BE, Sterling!!! I may have missed it, but what's the next project! Kurt
  17. Kurt Johnson
    First of all, I don't remember why my middle initial was in my username, because I never use it. But there was a reason at the time. Mike, I was right it is Disneyland!!!! To bad it's about 1000 miles from where I live. I would love to just tinker around in there on a cold rainy day. Thanks. Kurt
  18. Kurt Johnson
    Michael, Everyone says your tools are works of art. That goes without saying. But I love the photography you take of your work! It's like the covers on those high end tool catalogs. Really gets my juices flowing. Do you have any shots of your workshop as a whole. I know we've seen bits an pieces of it, but I don't think the general layout. Being there is probably like being in Disneyland. Kurt
  19. Kurt Johnson
    Dewey Lambdin has a series about a Alan Lewrie which is quite good. The character is more of rascal type but not as much as Flashman. All of the others are good but much less original. There is nothing as good as finding a new author that you like. Kurt
  20. Kurt Johnson
    I had my doubts about contact cement
  21. Kurt Johnson
    I remember reading it reacted to heat. Does it work with all the Titebonds? 1, 2 & 3? I wonder if you could do it in stages to get 3 or 4 layers? Maybe I'll try it this weekend. Thanks for the idea. Kurt
  22. Kurt Johnson
    Nils, The parts that I want to make are provided in the kit in fine laser cut Aero-Plywood. I am striving for a natural wood finish in Pear as much as possible. I believe a single piece of wood would be too delicate and snap for some parts. Therefore I plan to laminate the veneer with multi directional grains. I'm hoping look okay when the finish is applied. Kurt
  23. Kurt Johnson
    I'm gonna have to play around with stuff and see. My concerns with contact cement is it not holding up with time.
  24. Kurt Johnson
    I am considering laminating some Pear veneer to make miniature plywood to replace regular kit plywood parts. Does anyone have experience doing this? My concern is what adhesive to use. Titebond 2 is my usual glue, but I'm worried about the moisture content. Would 3M super 77 spray adhesive last and not delaminate? I think CA would not be good if trying to get a natural finish. Any thoughts? Kurt
  25. Kurt Johnson
    I just looked through the model-motorcars site. You need deep pockets, to model those cars. The Dutchess is amazing. Kurt

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