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  1. augie
    Looks like some fiddly work, Mark. Stop hating the macro setting......it looks good.
  2. augie
    Patience is Sjors' middle name.
  3. augie
    No hard reference but from what I've read 25-30 feet seems to be the number
  4. augie
    Nice selection on the size and color of the stones. Casks look good. Nice hold!
  5. augie
    Just keep in mind that silicone takes a long time to set but will remain flexible after that. Cleans off easily with rubbing alcohol if you get any where you don't want it.
  6. augie
    Gotta hand it to you Popeye.....you have a great 'eye' for this kind of thing. Looking good!
  7. augie
    Like some others, I rig as much as I can on the masts and yards off the ship. Blocks, eyebolts, footropes etc. But I rig the shrouds on the ship. I prefer to have the masts set at the appropriate angles and for this I use a light coat of flexible clear silicone caulk which gives some resistance while at the same time being easily adjusted by the rigging.
  8. augie
    Thanks for looking in folks. Real life has caught up with us since our return and it's been impossible to settle back into the shipyard. Pretty much ready to begin on the cannons in another week (+/-). Keeping up with everyone's progress has kept a smile on this old face. I SHALL return.........
  9. augie
    Really first rate. I love the styrene foot steps.
  10. augie
    Details are really bringing her alive.
  11. augie
    Spectacular. Finish line in sight!
  12. augie
    Aha --- the mystery has been solved. We can all sleep tonight!
  13. augie
    I don't know Ben. It may be a bit dark but it all depends on Mark's preference. I do agree, however, that blotchiness can be a problem with darker stains and the kit basswood. That's why I always use pre-stain on basswood and it really helps unify the color.
  14. augie
    JP, I keep looking at your drawing. Is 33 not the final layer of planking and actually consists of strips rather than a "large expanse'. ?
  15. augie
    This is worth waiting for!
  16. augie
    Well done. I love the cleats.
  17. augie
    Looks like you're almost back at full throttle. Good to see.
  18. augie
    Happy Anniversary! What is it about vacations that puts us all on our backs. We've been in the same boat since our trip. Glad to hear you have a Syren in the wings. Great build!
  19. augie
    Thanks Larry. Haven't gotten back to the shipyard yet but will soon.
  20. augie
    Plenty of help on here for this one. Check out Rafine's and Dubz builds for real inspiration. And Chuck is always available to lend encouragement.
  21. augie
    Looking at your builds, yours can easily surpass mine. I'll be following along. If you haven't already, see the logs by Ben (Trussben) and RustyJ. They've been a real help to me.
  22. augie
    Shaping up nicely. Glad you decided to include these details.
  23. augie
    Best of luck on this kit, Sal. I'm sure you're going to enjoy the journey.
  24. augie
    I'll wish you a good journey on this one. She's a fun project.
  25. augie
    They ARE amazing...for an airplane guy. Maybe I should trade in my Hog-Bipe for an Astro Hog

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