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  1. Kurt Johnson
    I was originally planning on building the Amati Revenge 1577 for my next project. On reading builds of similar ships, I became interested in the Dusek line of kits. I was impressed by how everyone thought so well of them. I purchased the Golden Hind from Ages of Sail. Firstly, Ages of Sail was a pleasure to deal with and I had my kit in just a few days from California to New Jersey. Secondly, the kit IS nice. At 1/72 scale its a lot smaller than the 1/64 Revenge! So I plan to wait a bit on the Revenge for the moment and build the Golden Hind first. I have emailed Daniel Dusek to see if I could upgrade some of the parts to pear from the supplied walnut. Does anyone know what kind of wood is supplied for the planking, I can't quite tell what it is. It's similar to walnut but much lighter in color. I am looking forward to this model. Kurt
  2. Kurt Johnson
    Has anyone building Amati's Revenge galleon found more period appropriate looking cannon to replace the Amati generic ones? Kurt
  3. Kurt Johnson
    Thanks Patrick, I have received the Revenge, but as of now I haven't had time to begin her. I have read the several builds of her at MSW, but at the moment they're all on hold (I hope temporarily.) I have been reading what I can find on Tudor ships, and the info you gave is much appreciated. Kurt
  4. Kurt Johnson
    I have been waiting for Chis Watton's Revenge since in was just a rumor about 3 years ago. I finally am semi retired so I have the time for her and got together the scratch to order her. So just gotta sit on the front steps waiting for the UPS man. I've been following the Revenge threads here at MSW to help pass the time. What I'm wondering does anyone have any resource suggestions for info about English race built galleons or the Revenge? My searches haven't turned up much. Kurt
  5. Kurt Johnson
    With micro drill bits that would be used with a pin vise, which are better bits hss or carbon stellfor our purposes? This is for use with wood.
  6. Kurt Johnson
    Chuck, With regards to strength of things. Do glue or epoxy your gun carriages in place or pin them somehow to the deck? Kurt
  7. Kurt Johnson
    Thanks B.E.!!
  8. Kurt Johnson
    Does anyone know the area where the cutter HMS Cheerful actualy served? Kurt
  9. Kurt Johnson
    Matt, I appreciate your imput. I do use a leather stop that I charge with compound. I have seen some fancy sharpening systems out there, but am interestd in traditional ways. I really have always been very interested in hand tools, especially old ones and the proper use of them. My father drummed into me the proper care and way to use a particular tool. I have always been in awe of the apprenticeships that craftsmen underwent to learn their trades in the past. I used to rent a converted skiff house in the Thousand Islands on the St Lawrence River in upstate New York that was built around 1900 for vactation. The beams, etc. all had hand planed beading! The wood work was amazing in what was actually just a boat shed! I really didn't mean brands, but types like paring chisels, etc. I know amazing chisels have been made from old files by some people. That must be work. Kurt
  10. Kurt Johnson
    I do appreciate sharp tools. I've been woodcarving for over 25 years. Most of my carving tools are Ashley Iles with some Flexcuts thrown in. I was wondering about specific preferences concerning joinery. I actually have a neat little set of Veritas chisels which look promising for modeling.
  11. Kurt Johnson
    Dave, Read the build from the beginning, lots of good info. Didn't make he Lumberyard connection until then. Kurt
  12. Kurt Johnson
    Thanks, Very interesting. I going to read the entire build log right now!
  13. Kurt Johnson
    A question for the people who model those amazing plank on frame models out of box and pear. What type of and brand chisels doe you find work best for creating that fantastc joinery? Kurt
  14. Kurt Johnson
    I didn't do a test on it but I was afraid that was what I would hear. I don't see the praticality of mixing up saw dust. It would onlly stay the right constancy for 2 or 3 holes, and there are a thousand. I know I can always mahe real treenaiils. May be wax will work.
  15. Kurt Johnson
    Is there much difference in Elmer's ProBond wood filler with regards to simulating treenails? I can't sem to find the reg Elmer's any more. Kurt
  16. Kurt Johnson
    Is there an American glue that is equvilent to Butapren?
  17. Kurt Johnson
    Thanks!,
  18. Kurt Johnson
    Sorry for the way and where I posted this. I guess I wasn't thinking. I downloaded the Digital Navy Oregon, it looked "slightly" simpler ( I'll save the Arizona for a while). I figured if I take my time it might actually get finished. I can just keep remaking parts till they come out right, can't I? I love the pre dreadnought era ships. I live an hour from the Olympia and have climbed all over her. I started reading what I can find on card models. I know I can get support here. So we'll see what happens. Kurt
  19. Kurt Johnson
    I'm going to try something completely different and a whole new medium. I just ordered the Digital Navy USS Arizona. I've never built a card model before, so I thought I'd start with simple!!!! Any advice? Kurt
  20. Kurt Johnson
    The manufacturer, Preac, is out of business. I have already up graded the motor to 1/3 hp. I thought it would be an interesting modification while I save up for a Jim saw, which is a ways away. Can't figure out the correct pulley and belt combination.
  21. Kurt Johnson
    I came across this mod for a Preac saw. Toothed pulleys and a timing belt replaced the stock ones. Anyone know where you would get these and what you would properly call them. The existing belt is a 1/4 x 14 inch Truflex and the motor shaft is 0.55 inch in diameter. I'd love to try this out. Kurt
  22. Kurt Johnson
    I you use wipe on poly as a finish on boxwood. Will the wood still mellow in the tone with time? ( a year or two, not a hundred or two).
  23. Kurt Johnson
    Chuck, Would you be able to make a set of the Horseshoes and fish plates, reduced to 3/16. The hinge staps could just go along for the ride. Kurt
  24. Kurt Johnson
    Lee, I continue to marvel at your hull planking! Do you have any pictures of a individual plank being made. Do you use any kind of jig to aide with controlling the change of depth approaching the bow. I've been reading everything I can find on full size lapstrake construction, but at model scale it is intimidating. I have a Veritas miniature block plane and it is a really beautiful tool. Next payday, I'll spring for the shoulder plane. Kurt
  25. Kurt Johnson
    Lee, Do you model anything else beside ships? Kurt

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