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  1. glbarlow
    Indy was one big frigate, razee or not. Surprised it’s they’re that close in size.
  2. glbarlow
    I think it’s ok to pin the yard to the mast with a cut off nail. That way you’re not fully dependent on rigging to keep it in place. It’s completely in visible once done and with rigging in place. Your second diagram down is my vote except I’d tie it off to the mast, I’ve never run that rope down to belay, seems unlikely there would be two ropes running down. There should be a yard lift that raised and lowered it to be added later. That said I’ll defer to our maritime experts that I’m sure will offer an opinion.
  3. glbarlow
    I haven’t and won’t ever include a representation of sails on my models. Aside from scale and material problems they overwhelm the model, hiding or masking all the detailed work of both wood and rope. They become too much the focus of the model and overall not a good look. To me they look like one of those decoration type ships found in home accessory stores. That said, and has been noted, this is just my opinion of which there are many and varied on this forum. Ultimately it’s your model and your choice.
  4. glbarlow
    I run one color highlighter over every tenth row line on the card and a different color over the fifth row between those, helps to keep track. I learned that trick from someone here on the forum.
  5. glbarlow
    Looking sharp, your usual high quality work. There was a little debate on one of the Sphinx threads about how to do the crows feet, hollowneck’s I think.
  6. glbarlow
    Can’t go wrong either way, since no sailors will be climbing them it’s whatever you think looks best on the shelf.
  7. glbarlow
    Excellent work, it’s a great looking model and a Speedy well done. Great work!
  8. glbarlow
    Sehr gut gemacht
  9. glbarlow
    I agree, it doesn’t make much sense, they’d climb either side for the stability. It would be a unique look, but I’d leave the center gap clear. So two opposing Glenn votes😏
  10. glbarlow
    I space them 10 then 5 then 2. Not only for keeping them lined up but it also makes it easier to tie, and even better at least for me, somehow it makes me physiologically feel like am making more progress in less time.
  11. glbarlow
    Looking great. I dread ratlines but once I get started I go into a trance😳
  12. glbarlow
    Everyone raise your hand if you have a tool that measures thread to .04 diameter 😜
  13. glbarlow
    You should definitely do that, you’re not finished until you’re finished. I showed my method in my Cheerful long, along the way I discovered clear acrylic being a better option for me than diluted PVA. Definitely not CA for these.
  14. glbarlow
    I’m by own worst critic, there does come a point where I know I’m over-optimizing. I usually figure that out after I’m well past it.
  15. glbarlow
    I’ve built with both and that is the correct answer. Cedar is softer, easy to work with, and has the unmistakable golden glow, plus it ages well. Boxwood is beautiful, but it’s harder to come by (and harder wood) quality stuff and it’s very expensive when you do find it. Bottom line they are both great, along with cherry and pear the best modeling woods.
  16. glbarlow
    Thank you for saying so. You’re doing a great job with your log as well.
  17. glbarlow
    You discovered tweezers during rigging the ratlines 😊. You can get those clove hitches at the top, but it is tight. You did a very nice job with them.
  18. glbarlow
    Thank you all for the kind words. It’s all going to be worth it when I finally turn it right side up. Though I’ve seen about enough of those lovely ¼ cedar planks, don’t tell anybody but I kinda like planking. I’ll probably have withdrawal pains not working on her for a couple of weeks. I hope to finish the planking by the end of July.
  19. glbarlow
    A milestone reached…..sorta. 1/3rd of one side of the hull complete….sorta. The first light coat of WOP and these macro photos reveal additional touch up and additional sanding needed. The top half has more WOP coats. I’ll sand it all down with 800 grit at the end of my planking marathon. Still nice to complete something. Lots of other June activities, she will have to be waiting for me for a while.
  20. glbarlow
    Your attention to detail, faith to historical accuracy, and ability to convert complexity and elegance into something us mortals can follow into building a beautiful model never ceases to amaze. I can’t wait to get past planking and on to building all these wonderful elements. Well done Chuck!
  21. glbarlow
    You’ve done an amazing job with the details and customizations you’ve done. A fine looking model.
  22. glbarlow
    Good job with the stern, I really struggled there.
  23. glbarlow
    Mine’s not all that neat at the moment, bits of planking everywhere. Plus I have the advantage of cabinets with doors, who knows what’s behind them all. Same thing with my office and all the camera gear I’ve accumulated. Meanwhile, I’m off to do more planking, and more planking….
  24. glbarlow
    Great work area, you are a true dedicated hobbyist. I’m ver impressed, and jealous.
  25. glbarlow
    Very crisp work, nice and clean paint work. Well done!

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