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  1. glbarlow
    I’m not one to agonize too long. I added Rusty Brown weathering powder on the primed only carronade and I’m happy with it. Now just 11 more guns. Thanks Derek and Lou, both your comments contributed to this now duller primed only gun.
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    Thanks Lou, oddly of the hundred or so cannons I’ve painted I’ve never used primer. It’s so evenly spread I’m reluctant to add another coat of paint. Also thinking about dusting powder as Chuck does, so many decisions. 😳
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    I’ve used it on all my other models, no spares, if it goes on one it goes on all. But I do have the other models to compare. This finish is dull and flat, more than the photo would indicate. A bit silky perhaps but “factory fresh” looking. It’s a quandary
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    I decided to take a rest from the hull and start the process of building the guns. More on that later. So here’s a question. I did the prep on the brass cannon then used my el cheapo airbrush to spray primer with the intention to further paint them with my Admiralty Ironwood Black and and dusting powder on that. However, I like the dull flat metal like appearance from just the Stynlrez primer and thinking to stop there. I don’t have much airbrush or metal primer experience. So the question: Am I missing something important about just stopping with the primer and calling it done, will it last and stand the test of time or is primer without paint like coffee without water (I’m sure there is a better analogy but...)? wow that's a big photo
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    Great detail in the partners, and I just decided to paint Cheerful’s hatches black. Did you use Admiralty paint Flat Iron or Dull Black?
  6. glbarlow
    Fascinating as always. Are thos SM61 and SM62 blades? I’ve noted your using them before, do yo favor them over a good pair of wood working micro chisels?
  7. glbarlow
    2nd planking, tapering is important as is plank bending. Follow Chucks video you’ll be fine. Start at the top and work your way down about a third of the way. Then go to the bottom and do the bottom couple coming up 2-3 planks then go back up to the top and finish coming down. Why? Because if you’re not perfect and have to do some filling in you’ll be doing it in a place that can’t be seen once painted and mounted.
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    Chuck has sheets cut especially for ripping planks. I learned to rip my own, it's quite rewarding. I don't think you're going to find sources in the US for any pre-ripped planks anymore and especially not Alaskan Cedar, I believe it's a bit of a Syren specialty. It's a topic that's been around for awhile, the US sources simply couldn't make a go of it. The Lumberyard is not a good source for wood despite the name in my experience. I ordered boxwood from there is was so bad I sent it back. There are some European sources for maple and a few other woods, but definitely not Alaskan Cedar.
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    This, as you’ll read in the log, is why I drill those holes at the very beginning of the build. The first time my model set on this board was when it was nothing but a keel, the second time when it was just a skeletal frame. The third time was for these photos. I don’t use glue, I epoxy the pedestals and the rod inside them to the base, then epoxy the ship to the rod and pedestals when the ship is ready for rigging. I also drill so the rods go past the keel into the frame, 25mm into the ship in Cheerful’s case. I will admit a certain tension drilling those holes, but it’s offset and much easier by being done early in the process. I wouldn’t want to be holding a completed model in my hand upside down doing it. I have 9 models sitting around my house, every one was mounted this same way. So far they are still tight to their boards, though admittedly I don’t sling them around to test their soundness. I also add a brass plaque to the board with the ship’s and my name along with the completion year, just in case I forget any of those three things😁.
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    The pedestals and the mounting board (as unfinished walnut which I sanded and applied WOP) both came from modelexpo.com. They didn’t fit the width of Cheerful’s keel however. I had to spend some time with my Dremel to widen the slots. You can also see I used two different height pedestals with the way Cheerful lays out. Hope that helps.
  11. glbarlow
    I don't think I could get through the fairing with tall the little steps before I fell off my chair. I'm looking forward to see your build to see how the hull comes out. It certainly is a different model
  12. glbarlow
    I’m always amazed by the small details you add, and the creative ways you come up with to add them. I knew I was saving all those old Pegasus parts for a reason.
  13. glbarlow
    My model has both those names depending on what day it is.😁
  14. glbarlow
    Thank you. It may get another coat before I’m done. I’m glad I didn’t tree nail it and the WOP seeping between the seams does a nice job of distinguishing the planking runs. I came to like the little bit of variation in the wood color. The only thing Annapolis would want with it is target practice, but it’s a nice thought. 😁
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    We had our dachshund Sam for twelve years, I miss that dog.
  16. glbarlow
    The poly does transform the cedar, I’ve lost track of how many coats it has at this point.
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    Your turn to get Cheerful now😁
  18. glbarlow
    Thanks guys! I thought I’d get my good camera and flash gear out for today, it does beat iPhone on the messy workbench photos for a change. I haven’t exercised my other hobby in a while.
  19. glbarlow
    You have it, but I recall it goes by a different name, unfortunately I don’t recall what that is. It’s clear satin polyurethane if that helps.
  20. glbarlow
    Generally hulls aren’t stained. They are either partially painted or have wipe on poly applied. Take a look around the sire too see. But again, it’s your model to make what you want of. It’s about enjoying your work, that’s all that matters.
  21. glbarlow
    Thank you everyone. I really appreciate the kind words, comments and likes.
  22. glbarlow
    Congratulations on the new release - I'm going to hold out for Sphynx but wish you the best on orders for this new and different model. I doubt there is anything like it out there, here's hoping it's a big hit!
  23. glbarlow
    After 5 months of work I’ve completed my Cheerful’s hull. I thought I’d pause a minute and share a few photos (sitting temporarily on its future base) before moving on to the deck. I’ve written in this log about the many things I’ve learned from this semi-scratch build, so many things I’d never done before. I have many more such challenges ahead, I’m looking forward to what's next. Thank you for all the likes, follows, and comments, I appreciate them all. The fun continues.
  24. glbarlow
    I just ordered my own barge, had to hurry while it was still in stock.
  25. glbarlow
    Seems like that’s a UK thing not a US one. I buy lots of modeling related stuff from the UK and have none of that.

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