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augie reacted to Shazmira in Stag by Jim Lad - FINISHED - Scale 1:96 - English Revenue Cutter of 1827
John, thank you for showing me that even a pro such as yourself can make a mistake, and recover from it. I am fighting with my own shroud lines atm, think they are winning at the moment! But you give me hope that persistence and patience will pay off.
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augie reacted to Kevin in HMS VICTORY by Kevin - FINISHED - Caldercraft - 1/72
hello everyone
I have been quiet on MSW this week, RL and work getting in the way, took day off work just to get on with the build,
the stern is taking quite a lot of time to get right, no visit from Murphy to mess it up either, he paid me a visit at the week-end on the last chain plate channel
did not realise the problem until 1/2 way through fitting the chain plates themselves found out it was far to low, approx 5mm
the Spanish inquisition i carried out revealed i had been measuring from the wale on the plans, but transferred the distance from the painted black band on the build,
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augie reacted to mtaylor in Licorne by mtaylor - 3/16" scale - POF - TERMINATED LOG
Here's the right and SAFE way to do it. And I'm wondering if this bad and then the correct way should be posted in the tools section as a reminder...???
The jig and workpiece are properly secured to the mill table using clamps.
The cutting bit is run down to correct depth and bingo.... no movement, a perfect cut at the perfect width.
Sidestory.. I'm debriding the wounds earlier and applying fresh bandages and my Admiral saw the mess and winced. A bit later she sees me working at this and says: "Nothing slows you down, does it?". My response was the usual "It's just a flesh wound". She looks at me and said: "No more Monty Python movies for you". This from the lady who after surgery is back lap swimming....
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augie reacted to harlequin in HMS Bellona by harlequin - FINISHED - Corel
Not a black dot for the door knobs but a brass coloured one, much more classy.
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augie reacted to mobbsie in US Brig Syren by Augie - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Ditto regarding the build Augie, very neat work.
If you fall out with the in-laws mate Popeye needs some bait for them lobsters.
mobbsie
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augie reacted to mtaylor in San Francisco 2 by Shaz - FINISHED - Artesania Latina - Wood
Ah... not metal securing the lower deadeyes? Using line? If so, try 'painting' the line with PVA, or matte lacquer. What's happening is the tension causes the line to twist or unravel. It also works for the top deadeyes, thus, the recommendation for 'pre-tensioning' them to get rid of the twist before reeving the lanyard.
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augie got a reaction from Sjors in Le Mirage by Sjors - FINISHED - Corel - Wood - 1:75
Wonderful, Sjors. This should put your mind at ease.
Carry on!
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augie reacted to realworkingsailor in HMS Pegasus by realworkingsailor - Amati/Victory Models - 1/64
I'll just toss Kevin a few carrots and fresh veggies... Keep his furry friends occupied for.... 5 minutes or so..
At any rate, just waiting on delivery of a few extra bits and pieces, and rigging shall commence soon after... And I'm actually looking forward to it... Am I crazy?!
Andy
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augie reacted to realworkingsailor in Licorne by mtaylor - 3/16" scale - POF - TERMINATED LOG
Ow! I imagine there where a few choice words spoken there....
Although... You know what "they" say....if you're not bleeding, you're not working hard enough
Andy
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augie got a reaction from Auvergne in Licorne by mtaylor - 3/16" scale - POF - TERMINATED LOG
Getting there my friend. Take a break, take your time. When you're happy......it's done!
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augie reacted to kiwiron in HMAT Supply by Kiwiron - FINISHED - Caldercraft 1/64
Thanks a lot men, i must say i'm enjoying it,onto the yards next before the shrouds,gulp.Now where did that 3mm block go.
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augie reacted to mtaylor in HMS Pegasus by realworkingsailor - Amati/Victory Models - 1/64
Hmm... my monitor turned blue at that outburst...
I will, from henceforth, when on your build or John's or anyone else's where it's deemed appropriate, use the "proper" English spelling of words as opposed to the 'Merikan way. I'll also be calling plexiglass... perspex.
By the way.. would you prefer Imperial or Metric or perhaps some obscure measuring units.. just and 100th's of a furlong?
The things we do to keep everyone happy... sheeeshhhh.....
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augie got a reaction from fatih79 in US Brig Syren by Augie - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Just a minor update, barely worth a photo. The lifts and leech lines for the lower yards have been completed on both masts :
As busy as it has been, it's about to get worse! Picking up some family from the East Coast at the airport today and we'll be spending about 10 days out and about in the Colorado high country. So no updates for a while.
I will be checking in to keep an eye on everyone so STEADY THE COURSE.
Everyone stay well and, where appropriate ----- Happy Mother's Day!!!
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augie got a reaction from Script in HMS Bellona by harlequin - FINISHED - Corel
Make believe you didn't read this:
I think an all wood finish is fantastic. I think my Syren is coming along fairly well but sometimes she reminds me of my uncle's 1957 Buick.
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augie got a reaction from davyboy in HMS Pegasus by realworkingsailor - Amati/Victory Models - 1/64
Where is the old 'pounding your head against a brick wall' emoticon when you need it? I'm going to go smoke a fag.
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augie got a reaction from mtaylor in US Brig Syren by Augie - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
John - too kind, as always. And I'm looking forward to Stag getting some lines.
Mark - Thanks! But 'everyone-on-earth knows who' is heading home as we speak. Truth is, I almost miss him (shakes head over moment of weakness).
Keith - Spring is finally here.
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augie got a reaction from mtaylor in HMS Pegasus by realworkingsailor - Amati/Victory Models - 1/64
Where is the old 'pounding your head against a brick wall' emoticon when you need it? I'm going to go smoke a fag.
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augie got a reaction from mtaylor in Half Moon by Anja - Corel - Wood - 1:50 - (d'Halve Maen)
I'd check the shop for the Aggy
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augie reacted to Anja in Half Moon by Anja - Corel - Wood - 1:50 - (d'Halve Maen)
No Popeye, nothing like that. I saw a beautiful lamp though on the warrior, but it's still hanging there in the cabin.
Don't worry Mobbsie, you'll find everything still in place. But I did find an extra birthday present in the suitcase
He was allowed to sit in the driver seat, but not to take the bus home with him. He wish!
Luckily for our wallet we didn't see any model shops around.
Thank you Grant. It was our pleasure. It was just a pity the masts were removed.
Thank you Aldo. I hope the cake was to your liking. And don't worry, Sjors won't cast a powerful spell. His magic wand needs recharging
Thank you Jim. Of course I dragged Sjors with me. I love him and can't be without him.
Thanks again my friends!
Take care,
Anja
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augie reacted to trippwj in Emma C Berry by trippwj - Model Shipways - Scale 1:32
Thanks, Adam - glad to have you back aboard! Good to see the progress on the Mayflower as well.
Captain Augie, Sir - going to stick with it and give it my best shot! I think I can fix the bevel on frame 2 without any major re-constructive surgery (in this case, I need to take a bit more off - the best kind of mistake to make!! Would hate to need to add more meat to that bone!)
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augie got a reaction from trippwj in Emma C Berry by trippwj - Model Shipways - Scale 1:32
Stick with 'em. I'm pulling for you!
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augie reacted to trippwj in HMS Pegasus by realworkingsailor - Amati/Victory Models - 1/64
Dangit, Andy - maybe you need to tackle them thar minuterer masts during the evening? They seem to be somewhat off-colour and not receptive to abrasion during the morning. :(
Or, perhaps, use a more ninja like approach when you sneak up on the buggers.
:ph34r:
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augie got a reaction from rdsaplala in Half Moon by Anja - Corel - Wood - 1:50 - (d'Halve Maen)
I'd check the shop for the Aggy
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augie got a reaction from hamilton in US Brig Syren by Augie - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Just a minor update, barely worth a photo. The lifts and leech lines for the lower yards have been completed on both masts :
As busy as it has been, it's about to get worse! Picking up some family from the East Coast at the airport today and we'll be spending about 10 days out and about in the Colorado high country. So no updates for a while.
I will be checking in to keep an eye on everyone so STEADY THE COURSE.
Everyone stay well and, where appropriate ----- Happy Mother's Day!!!
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augie reacted to popeye the sailor in US Brig Syren by Augie - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
well........they say never fly them near or around power wires.........guess that means tall ships as well....... looks like a trip to the shop is in order....LOL!
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