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Either paint on thread or possibly card strips might be the solution at such a small scale. A master miniaturist's book like one of Philip Reed's will give a great number of effective 'cheats' at small scale. -
You'll find that old cotton to be of excellent quality. Those oars look first rate.
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John - welcome aboard. Part of the model-making process is stuffing it up, then figuring out a solution to the problem. That is the enduring challenge and source of satisfaction! As Chris C. points out, the fact that you completed the model, warts and all, is a significant achievement.
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It looks as if some modifications were carried out between the two photos. - The steering column is shorter and more angled in photo 2. - The hydrofoil mounts look to be in the same relationship to the wheel in both pics. - Either the aft end has been shortened (unlikely) or the whole 'cockpit' moved aft about two feet. Comments or criticism?
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You may need to drill shallow holes in the hull for the rods to secure the boat properly. Doing a very nice 'kit bash' on the mast!
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That looks good now!
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I've not seen a belaying needle before. Very clever!
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With cotton, use water to 'tame' the line by making it flexible without fighting you. Dilute PVA will fix it in place.
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Looks like a highly posed photo! Look also at the blade angles....
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Back a little late to the story, Dan. Great progress and experimentation. For clearing the lacing holes, dental 'Lightning Strips' should do the work efficiently. E.g.: https://factorydirectdental.com/products/ceri-saw-interproximal-12-pk-1339?variant=48395787403563&country=CA¤cy=CAD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAtsa9BhAKEiwAUZAszbEgStN7AXE438G3C-Jou1nuvp1ma29_HwUDCTx6fMO4wmbeWcRAwxoCNa8QAvD_BwE
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A terrific result! Quite jewel-like.
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Thank you, Gary, for taking time to answer my question. I might be persuaded to try FreeCAD.... Years ago I was exposed to a very early version of AutoCAD, which put me off completely!
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In the examples above (post #17) one can see the tholes offset from each other from starboard (sheer) and half-breadth (port).
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HMS ANSON 1781 by albert - 1/48 - 64 guns
druxey replied to albert's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1751 - 1800
The gaps are slowly closing! Beautiful work. -
Also, solder tends to clog a file! But the end result looks very neat.
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English Royal Yacht by Ab Hoving - CARD
druxey replied to Ab Hoving's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1501 - 1750
Often watercolor paper is from rag and is acid-free. That shouldl last! Probably 'smooth press' is more suitable for models. -
The drawings with tholes on every other thwart indicate just one side of the boat. The opposite side would have the alternating thwarts.
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How much time did it take for you to manage those parts in FreeCAD? They look first rate.
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It's very clear, Johann!
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Just catching up. Lovely photo of your doll's house in action! That is now a family heirloom. Great result on the hull, though I can't imagine trying my patience with varnish setting at 5 degrees!
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Is this an original early Sheave bearing??
druxey replied to Tiefel's topic in Masting, rigging and sails
Definitely a crude roller bearing. However, the ball does not make sense for a block.
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