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  1. augie
    She is looking spectacular. That stern and quarter galleries really make her something special. Love that last photo ----- IMPRESSIVE ! Here's wishing you and Anja a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from up here in snow country. Now take a day off and then let's see some 'teeth' in this lady.
  2. augie
    Just came across your log, Ken and wanted to wish you luck on your first wooden ship build. Just one comment. I've worked quite a bit with basswood from MS. I always use a pre-stain on it if it is to be stained. It cuts down on blotchiness that you can run into without it. Also, Golden Oak, as is, is pretty dark. You might wish to consider cutting it down to 30-50% with a natural stain before applying. As with any finish, it's best to make a sample of what you want to do before committing to the entire model or section.
  3. augie
    Thanks Ken. May need a wall stretcher
  4. augie
    Ditto all that!
  5. augie
    Same best wishes to you and yours, Ken. Say, if I may, could I ask the width of the model as she stands now with the yards in place? I'm trying to determine case size if I decide to build her. Thanks in advance.
  6. augie
    Thanks for putting this together for all of us, Buck. I never knew there were so many planes out there!
  7. augie
    Very impressive. Well done, mate!
  8. augie
    Great symmetry on the planking as seen in the bow shot.
  9. augie
    OK, I've used Mylar as well. It's sold in (some) hobby stores as Pactra Striping tape. Comes on a roll of paper backing about 3 feet long with many different widths on the roll. Comes in black, white, red blue and yellow. Self adhesive. I use it on the airplanes. But it can sometimes not like to stick to finished surfaces. Glad you found an answer.
  10. augie
    Somehow I missed this post. WOW --- I've always wanted to follow a build on this lady. Be looking forward to it when the time comes.
  11. augie
    I was hoping that wasn't the crewman's hair. Where do I order the blankets????
  12. augie
    You might consider heat shrink tubing. They sell an assortment of diameters in a flat black finish. Works very well on slightly tapered shapes as well.
  13. augie
    As always, prim and proper. Enjoy the Holiday time with the family, Bob.
  14. augie
    She's something to take pride in right now. Planking should be spectacular. Can't wait to see which wood you choose. Impressive, mate.
  15. augie
    Can't go wrong with those prices/shipping. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
  16. augie
    She's growing on all of us. You've made a LOT of progress. I'm liking it all. But that carronade is really intriguing! Have a great Holiday. I can almost smell the aroma of that mince pie from here !
  17. augie
    If you go to 'My Profile' you'll see a box called 'Edit my Profile'. Click that and the member title box is right above your birthday.
  18. augie
    Wow....that's small! You are one patient fellow.
  19. augie
    Looking terrific, my friend. Can't wait to see the whole stern take shape.
  20. augie
    It's really sad to hear that Sam is ill. I know he's been quiet for many months now and I've been concerned.
  21. augie
    I opted for Ship's Cat. No responsibilities, the run of the ship and the best food on board !
  22. augie
    What's the rush?????? Looks great!
  23. augie
    The mounting of the guns on the gun deck, with breech lines and train tackle rings, has been completed. Time for a short holiday break and then we'll have some fun ---- deck furniture !! Here's wishing everyone the best of the holiday season as well as the upcoming change of season!
  24. augie
    Yup, one of those rewarding moments......topped only by when the masts go in!
  25. augie
    Stop counting.!!! She looks TERRIFIC!

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