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    Thanks guys, for your nice comments. First, the question of ventilators. I would say no, I saw now trace or reference to them on the ship or even on others of her class and period. Crew quarters were on deck and I am sure that at the prices for goods claimed in California at the time, the entire hold was likely stacked up to the hatch covers. Their is a hatch that could be opened over the passenger accomodation aft. I do not know if the model is on display at Mystic. I was always hopeful, but there were no guarantees. I am not in regular contact with them. My main motive in donating the model was to see it in a good home where it would be taken care of. The Mystic model store is first rate. Naiad and Victory should be so lucky. Cheers, Ed
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    Mr. Tosti, I recently purchased your three book set and plans for building a model of the clipper ship Young America.  The books were not cheap, but well worth the price of admission.  Your books and modeling techniques have inspired me (after my illness) to get back to building my Flying Fish model.  Thank you for writing these books.

     

    John 

    Wawona59 on MSW 

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      EdT

      Best wishes, John.  Hopefully the books will be helpful in building your model.

       

      Ed

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    Hello Richard, I do believe that volume 2 is out of print, but cannot advise you how to get a copy. You might try writing to the published, Mike Ellison, (Mike@seawatchbooks.com) but I doubt there is any inventory. You might also try Amazon. I have seen a copy or two of my books show up there used. You might also, post requests on MSW. Perhaps someone may be able to sell you one. Sorry, I could not be more helpful. Ed
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    Rick, You are testing my memory because I know longer have the model, but I am sure that one of the blog posts shows what I did. If there are hoops on the model, I am sure I had a reference basis. As far as the need or desirability of hoop on single tree masts, I would think that hoops would contribut strength and limit splitting in either case. I cannot offer advice on your model. What to do? I suggest research. I found many contemporary documents on line when reserching for YA. Reading through these can be difficult, sometimes frustrating and often inconclusive, but having done it you will be able to defend your choice with some confidence. Fincham is a good place to start. There are others. Ed
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    I acually use a paper cutter depending on the thickness. Also, make sure to get uncoated material. Some craft sources sell coated material that does not tarnish, but also does not react to darkening. Ed
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    When in doubt, Amazon. There's always Micromark. I got brass and copper wire, strips, plate, sheets etc from a variety of places - not one or even a few. A lot of hardware stores - like Ace - have K&S displays. The search for stuff is part of the fun. Ed
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    Hi Randy, On the scuppers, I probably just followed Crothers. Any pictures posted here would be much appreciated. I do not know if my model is on dislay at Mystic, but if you find out, let me know. Ed
  25. EdT
    Ah, thank you Randy. Much better. Looks lovely - and very familiar. Ed
  26. EdT
    Randy, Thanks for the photos. I don't seem to have the software to open these. I will try to get it later. Ed
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    I think it may be a long wait, Maury.
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    I remember making the decision and definitely had a reference, but cannot recall it, specifically. Suggest you look in the Bilbliography. It should be in one of those references. It certainly would have been cheaper at that time to use copper-zinc, ie yellow brass, than copper. If you have doubts, you may have do some of your own research. If my recollection improves I will advise. Ed
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    Randy, If you have a reasonable basis for the scuppers I would go for it. I can't recall how I decided on these. I don't know if the model is on display. Ed
  30. EdT
    Thanks for asking, Rob. The model is at Mystic Seaport. Ed
  31. EdT
    Hello Randy, Seems like I neglected to show these on Drawing 1. Apologies. If you look closely at drawing 5, you will find small circles representing scuppers through the waterway between frames D and E, and 16-17. The third pair are obscured on the drawing by other construction but should be located between frames 32 and 33. I no longer have the model, so I cannot double check that, but in any event, these were located fairly arbitrarily in the model design. I made these by drilling at a slight downward angle thru the waterway, then inserted small brass tubes shaped flush at both ends. I am sure we would all appreciate your sharing some photos of your model. Good luck. Ed
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    Extras if needed. Ed

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