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  1. augie
    Keith- I'm hearing that they are working on materials to simulate wood so the finished product doesn't look like 'plastic'. At the rate technology is moving, we might very well see things available within just a few years. Like yourself, I think it will take a lot away from what we consider today as 'craftsmanship'...but you can't stop progress. If nothing else, it gives us a choice ---- do it the old way 'by hand' or step into the future.
  2. augie
    Don't know anything about this particular unit. But a buddy of mine is a polymer engineer and he used a 3D printer combined with his drafting skills to design and completely build a polymer flying model aircraft. The design included wing ribs, fuselage bulkheads, landing gear etc. Looks to me like this will be an impressive technique in the not too distant future.
  3. augie
    I believe I used a little less than 3/4 of the supplied roll (including some trials).
  4. augie
    VERY nice companionway stairs. She is going to be large!
  5. augie
    I use 10 coats, Ben uses at least 20!
  6. augie
    I'm with Sjors on the drilling for an eyebolt.
  7. augie
    It's really great to have Chuck chiming in. He's got some eye for these things. Frankly, I would not be able to see this myself. No drops or stealers ... I'll be rooting for you Rusty!
  8. augie
    Thanks for taking the time to document this experience, Grant. Those 'horns' look like an idea for other, similar situations. Congratulations on your perserverance!
  9. augie
    I think the real question is --- can he afford the copper plates? Maybe he should have her insured by Lloyd's when she's done!
  10. augie
    Looks great. Yes, takes a lot of time to plank a big one like her ---- but well worth it! CONGRATS on the milestone.
  11. augie
    Whoa- that's some seriously nice rigging. Those 2 middle pictures make you feel like you're standing on board. Nice keel clamp
  12. augie
    Nice jury rig! The ends justify the means!
  13. augie
    She's gettin' her teeth!!!!
  14. augie
    Apologies are not in order. Looking sharp, mate!
  15. augie
    Check out Chuck's Winchelsea log. I think I remember some gallery tips on there.
  16. augie
    Mowing the prairie grass......now there's a job! I think Dave has it pretty well nailed.
  17. augie
    Incredible handiwork on the 'sea of grass'. The perfect platform for the subject. WELL DONE, MATE!!!!
  18. augie
    Yes, that's about what I got with Micro Glaze. I like the effect.
  19. augie
    I had some success as well with the Micro Crystal clear. Don't know how many 'coats' you used but check back in 6 months to be sure everything has held up well.
  20. augie
    Voila ..... total transformation! Beautiful. I'll PM you my home address to collect my donuts for the 'more than one coat' wager.
  21. augie
    Beautifully done. Take a bow!
  22. augie
    I could not have made the choice to terminate V 1 and taken a completely different direction. My hat's off to you, Sir. Very nice work on the new plug and please be gentle with these latest pieces. Fiddly work, to say the least. And congrats on the new vise --- might be worth thinking about.
  23. augie
    Sorry about your loss, Larry. Have a safe trip.
  24. augie
    Nice work, all around. Rails, pawls, wheel ---- stunning.
  25. augie
    Chuck??? It's Ben who holds the land speed record for # of coats! He's even gotten me up to 10 --- and I used to use a roller.

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