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Wow this is a master at work! Fantastic on such a tiny scale. -
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Speedwell 1752 by giampieroricci - Scale 1:96 - from Antscherl & Herbert monograph
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Speedwell 1752 by giampieroricci - Scale 1:96 - from Antscherl & Herbert monograph
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Speedwell 1752 by giampieroricci - Scale 1:96 - from Antscherl & Herbert monograph
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HMS Enterprise by Kevin - CAF - 1/48 - August 2020
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Some Idea replied to James H's topic in Using the MSW forum - **NO MODELING CONTENT IN THIS SUB-FORUM**
49,000 members - if everyone just chucked in a quid (English slang) this forum could run indefinitely. I've donated so come on guys only 53 people so far have chipped in. Let's get some cash in the bank for MSW as we all benefit from the posts and advice that posters contribute. -
Merry Xmas Kevin its so great to see you back on the forum. Looking forward to all of your updates
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Some Idea replied to Ab Hoving's topic in Using the MSW forum - **NO MODELING CONTENT IN THIS SUB-FORUM**
Merry Christmas and a happy new year from my family to everyone at MSW - we hope its a good one for you all -
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HMS Thorn by Kevin Kenny - 1:48 scale - Swan-class - David Antscherl practium
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HMS Sphinx 1775 by Ronald-V - Vanguard Models - 1:64
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Thanks for all of your posts again this year Kevin she's looking great - I hope you and your family have a lovely Xmas.
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Fantastic workshop Ronald-V and I understand why you sorted it out so well. Part of the enjoyment of ship building for me in my workshop is the fact it's very organised and tidy. It's just a nice place to be when doing our favourite hobby and yours is the same.
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Some Idea replied to MintGum's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
I think that this is a great idea especially for first time builders. I cannot download the files as I run a Mac but as I understand it you simply put the length of the frame and how many planks are required and it gives you the dimensions at each station. Then you can print out the ticker tape and apply it to your model. Well done MintGum. -
For the OP I have owned both the Proxxon and Sherline mills and both are good machines for different reasons. The Proxxon is a great compact machine with spindle speeds up to 20K. Excellent results can be had on this little machine; just look at marsalv's build and you will see just what can be done. The down sides are its quite noisy; has a very limited XYZ movement and the extruded aluminium table is not flat. The Sherline mill is definitely a step up and can achieve spindle speeds of 10K with a pulley upgrade. It's far more powerful and has a much better range on the XYZ movement. It's also much more accurate due to being able to reduce backlash on the lead screws using the adjustable gibs and anti back lash fittings. The down sides are its very expensive compared to the Proxxon; extra parts are required to achieve high spindle speeds and it's much heavier too. Both machines are good at drilling but the Sherline can hold drill bits up to 3/8th and the Proxxon cannot. For fine drilling on the Sherline they do make a sensitive drilling attachment which is honestly fantastic but again comes at a cost to the user. The choice is really about your budget and just what you want from your machine. Hope this helps - Mark
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Yes they are but just like model kits they are pirated from the genuine manufacturers.
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I'm with Chris on this but everyone has a budget and maybe you could make it work for you. I have a couple of Innocraftmans products and the vice I have is very nicely made. However it's not that strong and like the other item I have its a little rough around the edges. I knew this when I bought them and they do exactly what I require them to do. I would search wider on the net for reviews but if you want a serious mill my instincts are to stay away and save for something better.
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L'Amarante by marsalv - 1:36 - POF
Some Idea replied to marsalv's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1501 - 1750
I don't think that there is a downside for using your techniques at all. As you say there is a lot of computer work; but the thought processes you must go through to transcribe drawings into a precise 3D cut must be a very difficult challenge. The blend between manual and machine cut parts is in my opinion the future of this hobby. Fantastic job and hanging the ship to drill out the hawse holes - I'm going to give that a try on my next build. -
HMS ANSON 1781 by albert - 1/48 - 64 guns
Some Idea replied to albert's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1751 - 1800
Wonderful work Albert -
Brass stock in small sections....?
Some Idea replied to Mark Pearse's topic in Metal Work, Soldering and Metal Fittings
Hi Ken - sorry I've not replied I'm away in the truck all week and it's tricky to reply on my iPhone. tmj has hit the nail on the head I use a reinforced double sided tape. The problem is getting the tape off of the back of the freshly cut brass without bending or twisting it. I found that if I put the complete cut (the thin strip of brass still attached to the wood) into a saucer of alcohol - not whiskey but IPA it just melts the adhesive and the 3 components separate very easily. -
Congratulations Chris and good luck with the latest venture
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