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popeye the sailor
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facts like that are nice to know........but hard to duplicate in a model of this scale. I too agree about those annoying stubbles for the breech ropes. if it was decided not to add thickness to the bulwark walls, they could be filed flat and eye bolts installed. then again, I'm not a fanatic about doing major detail where it won't be seen.........but it can be seen along the opening at the spar mid deck. I've done a lot of extra stuff in the past..........I found that it aggravated me more than it made me feel good. I know that it's the choice of the builder, and I respect that...........I enjoy seeing it done.....but unless it's an admiralty, I won't do too much. love what your doing Dave.........it looks fantastic!- 601 replies
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now on with the aft deck. I gave it the same stanchion border, as I did the fore deck. soaking the strips, it was hard to get that curvature at the stern........but I got it. to set up for the helm structure, I used a compass to draw out the arch. I did the same to mark off the dash board. I'll need to fix the port side curve........but I have it all down, as well as the outline for the helm. the front wall will have four windows. these window frames are part of the Nordkap fittings that I have on hand. the fittings I got from Billings, didn't have them in it.....I went ahead and built the Nordkap with what I had. Harold found his set much later in the build. center line.......the windows were marked out and cut out. when they were finished, I cut out the two side walls and the dash, which will be trimmed to fit later on now silly me........I should have marked off the separation lines for the paint, but I was in too big a hurry. I can always do it later, I suppose. the side windows were cut out........only one per side would fit. I know.......this picture is very misleading........I even had to do a double take I'm not following any plans....just what I have in the old nogg'in.........it is centered though it kind of hard to see with the glare.......but after some sanding, I gave it a coat of paint. I'm going to give everything another go over, before I give it another coat of paint.......with a better brush than the one I used the first time the dash isn't cemented in yet......it's just laying in there. the sills for the windows are the same thickness as the wood I used to make the walls. now to figure the arrangement for the back parts of the structure.........one work day down........and the admiral's trying to talk me into taking Monday off. does she really think she has to do that...........!?
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I'll always know what it is.......I have one of those pen magnets...I'll try to fish it out thanks Augie I don't have anything that elaborate.......I have a Trace Elliot Boxer 30 w/ bass boost. speaker's built in.....plenty loud enough for what I need. I'm not sure what the set up was I used when I would go play with the band.......very nice, I can tell you that! mast will still fit....it's all open on the inside thanks Pete! thanks Brian and Ed.......hopefully soon, I can start to get some of the hardware in place. next will be the helm structure and aft decking.
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Cutty Sark by NenadM
popeye the sailor replied to NenadM's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1851 - 1900
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it's the force..Daniel
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it's the little detail that's the best
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oh......so there's no difference there might as well tell you that in the instructions
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it's OK Keith..........the way I bounce around these builds of mine........you probably did! I'll be here for a short.......I'm trying to make my way back to the Goth I hope your doing well. thanks for looking in yepper Pete.......I used the Epi quite a bit when I was playing in the band........no big thing hey......what can I say, I take Jack Benny's lead........I practice to be lousy I use flat wounds quite a bit.......hate that sound made with the changes. I do have an old Harmony 'flying V' .......I just use it to appegiate blues. it's all good I forgot to mention a rather funny event........ I used a couple of pins {the ones with the colored heads} to keep the planks tight against the other planks as I was laying them. to keep one of them close by, I'd drop in on the main deck. well, with the movement of the hull in the cradle..........it fell into the mast hole! now......what are the chances of that happening? now my hull is like a maraca!
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no problem Piet.........when I go.......I like to know stuff to. the admiral with her back surgeries.......we have every piece of MRI film, they ever took! glad to hear all is A.O.K. I'm sure the Doc has a good reason.........rest up, my friend
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Cutty Sark by NenadM
popeye the sailor replied to NenadM's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1851 - 1900
pictures playing tricks on you...........shame on them! keep in mind that she went through a number of repaints and repairs........the positioning of the numbers may have changed. also....you must keep in mind that some old black and white pictures tend to hide subtle detail. don't be discouraged the different photos........different snippets of time- 4,152 replies
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thanks for your kind comments and the likes......I wanted to do something else........it's scary to think that these builds are connected together in some way thanks Pete: welcome to the build I hope you find it interesting. as you read, this is another in the experiment of using the parts panels to create multiple hulls. I know it's sort of the cheater's way out, but for those who aren't into CAD {like me}, it can be an alternative, or even a fun project to play with. the Holiday Harbor fleet are put away at the moment, two of the hulls are planked. one has the deck platforms......the second one, I want to change it around a little. the third one.......well, it's become a decision maker......in a necromantic thought.......I may have other uses for it. I've been looking at other kit plans.........this could be very dangerous! yes, I play bass.........I have Fender squire P-body, an Epiphone Les Paul {a Gibson knock-off}, and an obscure bass that doesn't have a name on it......I don't even know who makes it. the admiral bought it for me when I was taking lessons. I have fun with it thank you Bob and John: I really need to touch up some of the paint work....... wouldn't it be nice if I could have a table for each one, so I wouldn't have to clear the table every time. my luck.........the admiral won't let me use the living room........it would be perfect! I should have another update soon.......perhaps I can make use of some of the old Nordkap fittings I have thanks Dave: welcome to the build as well so glad to see you picking up the x-actor again.......you have an amazing talent. your pirate ship is top notch, and your dual La Coronnes build is really sweet as well! your knack for scale is quite good form what I can see.......I'm not sure if I'd be the one to show you anything........but if I do, I'd be pleased to do so enjoy!
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Cutty Sark by NenadM
popeye the sailor replied to NenadM's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1851 - 1900
makes no difference what plans you used to base the hull........it came out great. I think you did a very good job........shows a great amount of effort on your part. it's a very interesting method that you used as well. as far as the rudder goes.......I don't think it matters. that is........unless you like to move the rudder around a number of times a day most static models have no moving parts, but that's not to say that some didn't feature a moving rudder system {like my United States build}, or a moving propeller. there were a few manufacturers that sold automated models....early Lindberg line and Aurora. unless there is a problem of it falling off, every time you move it {the model}....there's no reason to worry. -
catch and release...........or was it the lack in the use of bacon grease?
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looking good so far
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jeeze! I hope my father's day is as good as your was simply awesome work............if I didn't know that it's a diorama.......I'd swear it was the real thing! with all this detail.........your full ship build is going to be spectacular!
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she's looking good J..........making cleats looks very tedious. looks like a sort of plywood your using......is there a threat of chipping? it might be better to use a piece of strip stock ......something like 2 mm thick. do they supply them in the kit?
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thank you for the 'likes' gentlemen......I apologize for not getting the progress up sooner. I had this done yesterday, but my first mate had to go to the vet for his check up. he did very well anyway.........to set the stage for the fore deck planking, a 1/16 border was lined along the edges for the stanchions. a 'tip' was also added the the bow stem......repeated sanding rounded the edges a little, and this was done to change the look. I think I should have extended this along the cabin bulkhead, but with the companionway and stairs, I figured that I had better not. a border plank was laid spanning across, and the deck planking will meet it. as this was done......I got the feeling that I may be wrong in my assumption of the plank color. I need to remember that the main deck was done some time ago.......it has had plenty of time to cure. I did a bit of sanding once the starboard side was done........just me being impatient with how it will look. all sanded and ready for clear coat. I used a semi gloss lacquer for the main deck, and so I will here as well. caution.........the colors will be way off, but I think as it cures, it will dull down. the roof of the companionway has been painted. here it is with two coats applied.
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Cutty Sark by NenadM
popeye the sailor replied to NenadM's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1851 - 1900
the Cutty was know to have lost her rudder a couple of times..........so take care which pictures you refer to so, there is an actual kit associated with this build? so cool that you've chosen the road less traveled neat idea you have going there........with the rudder notched for the gungeons and pintles, you'll be able to hug the stern post better.........nice!- 4,152 replies
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good luck on the visit......my fingers are crossed that all goes well
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kidding.....right? your build is closer than any kit could come.......not without being bashed. kudos to a build well done
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Cutty Sark by NenadM
popeye the sailor replied to NenadM's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1851 - 1900
that is the 'tiller' shaft.....chances are, it is rounded. you notice that further down the rudder, it does go to a flat edge. I am surprised that it isn't tapered in any way.....but that's the way it is <shrug> -
looks very nice Russ.....stain or paint?
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