popeye the sailor

I haven't built one of their models......it looks really nice I've always like these planes......they have the most challenging schemes. very nice work on her so far

I've built a D VII from Jasta 18........Raben's Ravens August Raben was the squadron Comander..........I don't see that name in the roster. their planes were red and white and featured a raven on the fuselage sides

I've seen the kit around........but never bought it. does it contain all three ships? looks to be a really neat project

luckily I stumbled back here looking for the Andrea Gail log.........I would have not see all your kind wishes before I continued on her. I had a comment made on the Word Press log on the A.G. by a fellow in Mass. he mentioned that another gent built a scratch build of her and it now resides in Cape Ann museum, in Gloucester. thanks to you all for the anniversary wishes ........must be still going strong......my stuff hasn't been tossed to the curb yet hopefully, it won't be our next anniversary when I get back to this project, although, I've been getting back to dabbling in wood..........currently acting on something I've been keeping on the back burner. the Holidays has put a tiny crimp on meaningful modeling....I figured I'd play with something I can putt around on for the time being. the hope is still there for some type of update.......stay tuned

I've heard that too.......but it can have the opposite effect as well. I'm sure you'll choose the best course of action just be careful till you do.

that's the problem with some projects. but we all know that your microscope dials in more than most with what your adding right now.......it's the most impressive model I've seen!

now....that would be something to model!

any progress is good progress

what did they supply for the plumbing.........your use of the metal rod is a better alternative the boiler looks awesome! nice work on the cab glass too!

I saw a kit that looked a lot like this one........really nice work I notice you have a second color on the trailing edges and what appears to be access panels....what color is it? looks interesting......adds contrast to the model.

congratz Harley on a fine model.....she looks superb

superb job on those engines........they look awesome!

yea, that one bulkhead slot does look a bit thin. I think you have the best solution, fitting in some balsa. you could also glue in short pieces of strip stock between the bulkheads, fore and aft on both sides. space them far enough away from the stern stem, so they won't interfere with anything. your the best to decide which way to go with this.......you were smart enough to pick the weak spot out that was a good find!

so sorry to hear that Dave........I book marked the site I guess all we can do is hope she changes her mind. her talent will be missed here.

I don't think anyone has to worry....I'm quite sure she will update us here soon her last couple updates were like this......spaced with some degree of time. she knows that the MSW community appreciates her work, and as Chris and Greg mentioned.......it's very hard to keep up with multiple sites. I've even cut down on the number of sites I frequent....just too darn confusing! I'm glad to hear that she is doing well and still continuing with her build.........if what I hear is true, we'll be in for one hell of an update! I'm gonna put a pillow at my feet so my jaw won't hurt when it hits the floor! .....patiently waiting................is she here yet?................

the Fokker is one of my favorites I have a Guillow's in the closet at the moment....20 inch wing span. I'm going to be modeling it from the Raben's Ravens, Jasta 18

heck no.........use them!!!! that's what I posted them for. Revell.......back before they became Hobbico, posted none of these 1:96 scale kit instructions on their instruction page. I posted the United States instructions too and I have the Connie.......but I won't post the Connie because they are the same {they are clones}. the Thermopylae is the clone for the Cutty......both kits are the same. the Cutty plans are the most 'lost' in in the model world...you would not believe how many copies I've sent out. I'm glad you found them.......and very glad I've helped. I've got the Revell page book marked.......haven't looked at it for a while now. since Revell / Germany has begun reproducing some of these larger kits, I hope they added them in. you might have wondered what the measurements around the bow is about.......I measured the decals. I had sent out to get another set of sails and the decal sheet using the Revell missing parts page. I got two of the three sheets of sails and a new decal sheet. but bother........when I went to use them, they dissolved into a multiple of shards! they were micro cracked! I have a terrible time trying to find a place that could replicate the decals. giving up, I happened onto a decal making system..the 'decal it' system, sold by Testors. they were not perfect....the depth markers had to be done by paint pen, but I managed to come up with my own set I've managed to gain some experience with it, but it does seem to have a transparency issue, that makes it hard to use......I have some work arounds for it. depending on how old your kit is, you might want to get a product called 'decal bonder', sold by Testors, sprayed on the sheet, it will cure the micro cracking issue. I've built the Cutty twice...love that model glad to see you believe in pay'in it forward

how much detail is put in the finished model, is up to the modeler..........whether it's R/C or static. I've seem some R/C models that are so ornate, that I'd be scared to put in the water........they have to be made, so access to the inner workings is easy and trouble free. since your going static with this project...some modifications will have to be made. it's not that hard really to go out of the box........most of my projects are not kit builds. you'll see what you need to do.......I have no doubt that you'll not have much trouble coming up with solutions. you've done very well so far.

another awesome project done Tom! congratz on a fine looking model and case!

good thinking and fabrication........the stack looks great

look'in super!

good to see your making progress on her........very nice looking ship

amazing detail Yves! to top it off, your adding the second engine. the engine room is looking sweet.......really nice work

guess they don't know you Greg great job detailing the elevator too!

looks really good Jo........the cleat looks good too a small taste at scratch building.......you'll find some degree of it in almost all kits.