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  1. augie
    Oh boy......Popeye has me sitting on the edge of my chair again waiting to hear what he has dreamed up. I'm never disappointed
  2. augie
    That must be as strong as the Rock of Gibraltar now! As far as the cleat being upside down, I can't see it. Good to see you back soldiering on!
  3. augie
    She is simply quite beautiful. Thanks for sharing her with us.
  4. augie
    Sjors is correct on this....and he may be too late. We can't tell where your mast is from this photo. But yes, the shrouds will angle to where they attach to the mast so you generally wind up with a sort of triangle arrangement. This might give you the angle to clear that gun port. Of course then you would need to re-attach all the chains and they would probably all need to be modified for length. Tough call, DC
  5. augie
    Please see above.
  6. augie
    Should work as a waterline marker as well. On the comment.....I'm confused --- but that's normal. Back to our regular programming.
  7. augie
    The finer grit sandpaper you use the less the risk of splintering. Just be patient and you'll be fine.
  8. augie
    Beautiful work on those yards. If it's any consolation, there is usually much swearing here when it comes to belaying lines.
  9. augie
    Yes, acetone will work. But if you don't like using volatile organic solvents, try a 150 grit sandpaper block. It will take it right off your fingertips (and maybe the fingerprints as well).
  10. augie
    Fret not....you're not the only visual learner around here. It is often I have the 'little book' open and the plans spread all over as I wait for the 'light' to come on between my ears. Sometimes, there's a power failure up there and it takes a day or two! As an aside, don't know if you have balsa there or not. But keep in mind it is extremely variable when it comes to physical properties. It can vary in density from about 4 pounds/cu. foot to almost 6 times that figure. That greatly affects the hardness as does the moisture content. Old balsa can dry out and almost turn to stone ---- you weren't far from wrong with the term 'fossilize'. Carry on, mate!
  11. augie
    Gee, too many old guys around here. I won't even be 70 until ....... November Many happy returns, Bob.
  12. augie
    Beautifully done. Looking forward to the head. And congrats on what appears to be her 1 year anniversary!
  13. augie
    Good to see you back at it, JP.
  14. augie
    SWEET!
  15. augie
    Don't beat yourself up. Take your time and get it right. We can wait for the photos. The final result is going to be fabulous.
  16. augie
    Those small details just keep adding up and make this a spectacular project. Beautifully done, mate.
  17. augie
    Very innovative ---- and a great result! Well done, mate.
  18. augie
    WOW .....what a reception! Hearty thanks for all those attending the party. I really appreciate everyone stopping by. This round of encouragement gives me the shot in the arm I need to soldier on. Be closing down the workshop in about 2 weeks to take a long delayed vacation......and I'd like to leave her in Bristol fashion.
  19. augie
    GREAT to see her back. And that work table looks like a good investment! May it serve you well for years to come.
  20. augie
    Ahem. The question, Mr. Taylor, is what color(s) shall he choose.
  21. augie
    And she's actually starting to look like a ship. Nice work, mate!
  22. augie
    Today is HAPPY ANNIVERSARY day. One year, to the day, from the start of Confederacy. Just over 650 hours in the log. This being a special occasion, I'll suspend my usual rule of not posting until a step is complete to show where we are as of today. The majority of the gun deck has been planked (Swiss Pear). No sanding or finish yet....just swept up to remove the in-process debris. Planking has been a slow process as I've been cutting hooked scarphs to butt up against the margin planks. I hadn't done this in my previous models so it's been a learning curve. Fortunately, it has been working out well and I have also bolstered my scrap pile in the process: I must say I'm pretty pleased with the outcome. Pear is like working with cast iron when compared to basswood but it holds a good edge. I need to cut another dozen or so scarphs and fit the few remaining planks. Then well do our treenailing, sanding and finishing. Hope to have this all completed within the next few weeks.
  23. augie
    Your efforts here have resulted in a vast improvement over the kit-supplied items. I know how difficult creating these 'fiddly bits' actually is. You've done a great job.
  24. augie
    Kevels look great! I see the dark side coming!
  25. augie
    Ah.....memories!

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