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  1. druxey
    First, you've done a very neat and workmanlike job of your first wooden model build. Well done! Clamping parts on a model where nothing is square is always a challenge in this hobby. Your solution worked well - not one I've seen before. As you work your way through more models, problem solving is half the challenge and fun!
  2. druxey
    Too thin for wood poles: those appear to be lines (ropes).
  3. druxey
    Nice! It's amazing with accurate mark-out and the correct hand tool what one can accomplish.
  4. druxey
    Beautiful work, as always!
  5. druxey
    Is that a pair, but one mounted the wrong way around?
  6. druxey
    Don't be too hard on yourself, Mike. These parts look deceptively easy, but they are not - as you've discovered.
  7. druxey
    What would be the rise and tread of those steps, Rich? Also, how does that upper rail look in plan view? Does it extend in a straight fore and aft line, or is it cranked?
  8. druxey
    My apologies for confusing the issue of the depth of keel.
  9. druxey
    Excellent result. You now only need a ship to attach it to.
  10. druxey
    Rich: re post #164, I took this quote from post #119, first page of the manuscript at the top.
  11. druxey
    Ah! "...with the shoe moulds 46 inches..." that/those are the false keel(s). So, 46 - 32 = 14". Not unreasonable to have a double false keel in 7" thicknesses.
  12. druxey
    I read that at 16" wide (sided). Two pieces: upper 20" high (moulded) and the lower 12"high. Total 32".
  13. druxey
    For short radiused curves, perhaps two layers of 1/64" aircraft ply with the outer grain direction vertical?
  14. druxey
    Well done so far. I often find I dread certain making certain parts because I over-think the process. When it comes to actually making them, it usually goes better than I expected. Sounds like that was the case with your cast toptimbers. Enjoy your vacation and safe travels!
  15. druxey
    No fingerprints? The perfect crime awaits!
  16. druxey
    The font you picture (post #982)is a modern late 19th/20th century one. It is quite unlike that used in the 18th century. The letter have thick and thin strokes, as well as serifs (the triangular pointy bits). Bold san serif lettering will detract from your lovely model. If you can't imitate the style, perhaps omit the name altogether?
  17. druxey
    For a ship of her size, 30" seems entirely plausible.
  18. druxey
    Bienvenue ici, Michel!
  19. druxey
    Around 45 degrees seems to be about right, rather than twists per foot.
  20. druxey
    That is one outstanding model, Steve. A great example also of seeing a huge project through over so many years. Well done, indeed.
  21. druxey
    Sliding doors make sense, I think. Just an uninformed opinion.
  22. druxey
    Just needs a light moo-ssaging - sorry - massaging there.
  23. druxey
    Only the 36-pounder English guns were single/double blocks for the outhauls. Any below those were single/single tackle.
  24. druxey
    Please check if you have the correct plank for that situation first!
  25. druxey
    Dust? A small brush or old toothbrush works well. Resist using a vacuum; sooner or later - generally sooner - it will swallow a vital part of the model.

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