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    samueljr got a reaction from AnobiumPunctatum in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Boy am I having a hard time with this thread................
     
    One more pic

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    samueljr got a reaction from AnobiumPunctatum in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Good morning all
     
    Thanks to everyone so far who has checked and wished well so far.
     
    Bob - nice job on HALIFAX 
    Thanks to Nils, Jason, Dan, Mike, Steve
    Grant - I'll PM you on my other project
     
    Anyway, the build is underway. 
     
    The thing that is to be stressed continuously with this build/kit is patience. Care must be taken i handling the pieces and the builder should always read the directions thoroughly before proceeding. Unlike a lot of kits this is definitely a  "manual" build. In that I mean the builder has to read the manual. Just a cursory  read is not sufficient. The plans are supplemental to the manual. Chuck has provided a very clear process that will produce a beautiful build.
     
    I've released the first series of parts and removed the char as directed. The keel assembly needs to be beveled and then I can put it together. That will be later this weekend.


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    samueljr got a reaction from AnobiumPunctatum in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Well the clamps are off and the work on the BARGE is done until next weekend. I have another personal build I want to spend some time on and a kit design project just getting underway. Keep an eye on MSW for news on that coming soon...........
     
    I taped together a couple of pieces of thin cardboard to make a small firm envelope to store the flags, inset and sweeps' artwork and the chip board laser cut piece. I'll leave them safely in the bottom of the box until they are needed.
     
    Sam




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    samueljr got a reaction from AnobiumPunctatum in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Progress?.............
     
    One of the things to take note of with this kit is glueing parts. Obviously the goal is to have a pristine surface ready for finish. Glue on the raw wood will affect the sealer, oil or whatever is to be used. With the small surface areas that contact in these first few steps it is imperative that enough glue is used to bond but not so much to squeeze out and cause finish issues down the road.
     
    It is almost necessary to let the first (almost transparent) coat of glue to seal the char providing  suitable surface(s) to bind. The second coat is just as thin. Tooth pics were used as spreaders and good old fashioned clothespins were the right depth and more importantly the best tension/pressure to act as clamps.
     
    I have been using Titebond (yellow) as my primary glue with just dots of a medium CA to hold pieces in place until the yellow sets up.


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    samueljr got a reaction from coxswain in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Well the clamps are off and the work on the BARGE is done until next weekend. I have another personal build I want to spend some time on and a kit design project just getting underway. Keep an eye on MSW for news on that coming soon...........
     
    I taped together a couple of pieces of thin cardboard to make a small firm envelope to store the flags, inset and sweeps' artwork and the chip board laser cut piece. I'll leave them safely in the bottom of the box until they are needed.
     
    Sam




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    samueljr got a reaction from Archi in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Well the clamps are off and the work on the BARGE is done until next weekend. I have another personal build I want to spend some time on and a kit design project just getting underway. Keep an eye on MSW for news on that coming soon...........
     
    I taped together a couple of pieces of thin cardboard to make a small firm envelope to store the flags, inset and sweeps' artwork and the chip board laser cut piece. I'll leave them safely in the bottom of the box until they are needed.
     
    Sam




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    samueljr got a reaction from paulsutcliffe in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Well the clamps are off and the work on the BARGE is done until next weekend. I have another personal build I want to spend some time on and a kit design project just getting underway. Keep an eye on MSW for news on that coming soon...........
     
    I taped together a couple of pieces of thin cardboard to make a small firm envelope to store the flags, inset and sweeps' artwork and the chip board laser cut piece. I'll leave them safely in the bottom of the box until they are needed.
     
    Sam




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    samueljr got a reaction from coxswain in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Progress?.............
     
    One of the things to take note of with this kit is glueing parts. Obviously the goal is to have a pristine surface ready for finish. Glue on the raw wood will affect the sealer, oil or whatever is to be used. With the small surface areas that contact in these first few steps it is imperative that enough glue is used to bond but not so much to squeeze out and cause finish issues down the road.
     
    It is almost necessary to let the first (almost transparent) coat of glue to seal the char providing  suitable surface(s) to bind. The second coat is just as thin. Tooth pics were used as spreaders and good old fashioned clothespins were the right depth and more importantly the best tension/pressure to act as clamps.
     
    I have been using Titebond (yellow) as my primary glue with just dots of a medium CA to hold pieces in place until the yellow sets up.


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    samueljr got a reaction from coxswain in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Boy am I having a hard time with this thread................
     
    One more pic

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    samueljr got a reaction from fnkershner in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Well the clamps are off and the work on the BARGE is done until next weekend. I have another personal build I want to spend some time on and a kit design project just getting underway. Keep an eye on MSW for news on that coming soon...........
     
    I taped together a couple of pieces of thin cardboard to make a small firm envelope to store the flags, inset and sweeps' artwork and the chip board laser cut piece. I'll leave them safely in the bottom of the box until they are needed.
     
    Sam




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    samueljr got a reaction from yvesvidal in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Well the clamps are off and the work on the BARGE is done until next weekend. I have another personal build I want to spend some time on and a kit design project just getting underway. Keep an eye on MSW for news on that coming soon...........
     
    I taped together a couple of pieces of thin cardboard to make a small firm envelope to store the flags, inset and sweeps' artwork and the chip board laser cut piece. I'll leave them safely in the bottom of the box until they are needed.
     
    Sam




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    samueljr got a reaction from Archi in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Progress?.............
     
    One of the things to take note of with this kit is glueing parts. Obviously the goal is to have a pristine surface ready for finish. Glue on the raw wood will affect the sealer, oil or whatever is to be used. With the small surface areas that contact in these first few steps it is imperative that enough glue is used to bond but not so much to squeeze out and cause finish issues down the road.
     
    It is almost necessary to let the first (almost transparent) coat of glue to seal the char providing  suitable surface(s) to bind. The second coat is just as thin. Tooth pics were used as spreaders and good old fashioned clothespins were the right depth and more importantly the best tension/pressure to act as clamps.
     
    I have been using Titebond (yellow) as my primary glue with just dots of a medium CA to hold pieces in place until the yellow sets up.


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    samueljr got a reaction from Archi in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Boy am I having a hard time with this thread................
     
    One more pic

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    samueljr got a reaction from coxswain in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Good morning all
     
    Thanks to everyone so far who has checked and wished well so far.
     
    Bob - nice job on HALIFAX 
    Thanks to Nils, Jason, Dan, Mike, Steve
    Grant - I'll PM you on my other project
     
    Anyway, the build is underway. 
     
    The thing that is to be stressed continuously with this build/kit is patience. Care must be taken i handling the pieces and the builder should always read the directions thoroughly before proceeding. Unlike a lot of kits this is definitely a  "manual" build. In that I mean the builder has to read the manual. Just a cursory  read is not sufficient. The plans are supplemental to the manual. Chuck has provided a very clear process that will produce a beautiful build.
     
    I've released the first series of parts and removed the char as directed. The keel assembly needs to be beveled and then I can put it together. That will be later this weekend.


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    samueljr got a reaction from CaptainSteve in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Well the clamps are off and the work on the BARGE is done until next weekend. I have another personal build I want to spend some time on and a kit design project just getting underway. Keep an eye on MSW for news on that coming soon...........
     
    I taped together a couple of pieces of thin cardboard to make a small firm envelope to store the flags, inset and sweeps' artwork and the chip board laser cut piece. I'll leave them safely in the bottom of the box until they are needed.
     
    Sam




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    samueljr got a reaction from druxey in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Well the clamps are off and the work on the BARGE is done until next weekend. I have another personal build I want to spend some time on and a kit design project just getting underway. Keep an eye on MSW for news on that coming soon...........
     
    I taped together a couple of pieces of thin cardboard to make a small firm envelope to store the flags, inset and sweeps' artwork and the chip board laser cut piece. I'll leave them safely in the bottom of the box until they are needed.
     
    Sam




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    samueljr got a reaction from Canute in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Well the clamps are off and the work on the BARGE is done until next weekend. I have another personal build I want to spend some time on and a kit design project just getting underway. Keep an eye on MSW for news on that coming soon...........
     
    I taped together a couple of pieces of thin cardboard to make a small firm envelope to store the flags, inset and sweeps' artwork and the chip board laser cut piece. I'll leave them safely in the bottom of the box until they are needed.
     
    Sam




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    samueljr got a reaction from Ryland Craze in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Well the clamps are off and the work on the BARGE is done until next weekend. I have another personal build I want to spend some time on and a kit design project just getting underway. Keep an eye on MSW for news on that coming soon...........
     
    I taped together a couple of pieces of thin cardboard to make a small firm envelope to store the flags, inset and sweeps' artwork and the chip board laser cut piece. I'll leave them safely in the bottom of the box until they are needed.
     
    Sam




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    samueljr got a reaction from fnkershner in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Progress?.............
     
    One of the things to take note of with this kit is glueing parts. Obviously the goal is to have a pristine surface ready for finish. Glue on the raw wood will affect the sealer, oil or whatever is to be used. With the small surface areas that contact in these first few steps it is imperative that enough glue is used to bond but not so much to squeeze out and cause finish issues down the road.
     
    It is almost necessary to let the first (almost transparent) coat of glue to seal the char providing  suitable surface(s) to bind. The second coat is just as thin. Tooth pics were used as spreaders and good old fashioned clothespins were the right depth and more importantly the best tension/pressure to act as clamps.
     
    I have been using Titebond (yellow) as my primary glue with just dots of a medium CA to hold pieces in place until the yellow sets up.


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    samueljr got a reaction from rafine in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Well the clamps are off and the work on the BARGE is done until next weekend. I have another personal build I want to spend some time on and a kit design project just getting underway. Keep an eye on MSW for news on that coming soon...........
     
    I taped together a couple of pieces of thin cardboard to make a small firm envelope to store the flags, inset and sweeps' artwork and the chip board laser cut piece. I'll leave them safely in the bottom of the box until they are needed.
     
    Sam




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    samueljr got a reaction from CaptainSteve in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Progress?.............
     
    One of the things to take note of with this kit is glueing parts. Obviously the goal is to have a pristine surface ready for finish. Glue on the raw wood will affect the sealer, oil or whatever is to be used. With the small surface areas that contact in these first few steps it is imperative that enough glue is used to bond but not so much to squeeze out and cause finish issues down the road.
     
    It is almost necessary to let the first (almost transparent) coat of glue to seal the char providing  suitable surface(s) to bind. The second coat is just as thin. Tooth pics were used as spreaders and good old fashioned clothespins were the right depth and more importantly the best tension/pressure to act as clamps.
     
    I have been using Titebond (yellow) as my primary glue with just dots of a medium CA to hold pieces in place until the yellow sets up.


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    samueljr got a reaction from druxey in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Progress?.............
     
    One of the things to take note of with this kit is glueing parts. Obviously the goal is to have a pristine surface ready for finish. Glue on the raw wood will affect the sealer, oil or whatever is to be used. With the small surface areas that contact in these first few steps it is imperative that enough glue is used to bond but not so much to squeeze out and cause finish issues down the road.
     
    It is almost necessary to let the first (almost transparent) coat of glue to seal the char providing  suitable surface(s) to bind. The second coat is just as thin. Tooth pics were used as spreaders and good old fashioned clothespins were the right depth and more importantly the best tension/pressure to act as clamps.
     
    I have been using Titebond (yellow) as my primary glue with just dots of a medium CA to hold pieces in place until the yellow sets up.


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    samueljr got a reaction from Canute in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Progress?.............
     
    One of the things to take note of with this kit is glueing parts. Obviously the goal is to have a pristine surface ready for finish. Glue on the raw wood will affect the sealer, oil or whatever is to be used. With the small surface areas that contact in these first few steps it is imperative that enough glue is used to bond but not so much to squeeze out and cause finish issues down the road.
     
    It is almost necessary to let the first (almost transparent) coat of glue to seal the char providing  suitable surface(s) to bind. The second coat is just as thin. Tooth pics were used as spreaders and good old fashioned clothespins were the right depth and more importantly the best tension/pressure to act as clamps.
     
    I have been using Titebond (yellow) as my primary glue with just dots of a medium CA to hold pieces in place until the yellow sets up.


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    samueljr got a reaction from fnkershner in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Boy am I having a hard time with this thread................
     
    One more pic

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    samueljr got a reaction from Archi in Queen Anne Style Barge c. 1705 by samueljr - FINISHED - Syren Ship Model Company   
    Good morning all
     
    Thanks to everyone so far who has checked and wished well so far.
     
    Bob - nice job on HALIFAX 
    Thanks to Nils, Jason, Dan, Mike, Steve
    Grant - I'll PM you on my other project
     
    Anyway, the build is underway. 
     
    The thing that is to be stressed continuously with this build/kit is patience. Care must be taken i handling the pieces and the builder should always read the directions thoroughly before proceeding. Unlike a lot of kits this is definitely a  "manual" build. In that I mean the builder has to read the manual. Just a cursory  read is not sufficient. The plans are supplemental to the manual. Chuck has provided a very clear process that will produce a beautiful build.
     
    I've released the first series of parts and removed the char as directed. The keel assembly needs to be beveled and then I can put it together. That will be later this weekend.


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