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British 'Termagant', 1780, ship-rigged Sloop - Info?
druxey replied to malachy's topic in Nautical/Naval History
Yes, the plan pricing is not cheap. However, i always console myself with the thought that the model will take, say, five years to build. So, the cost per plan per year is only 10 pounds! -
Does that mean you have some 'splinin' to do, Don?
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British 'Termagant', 1780, ship-rigged Sloop - Info?
druxey replied to malachy's topic in Nautical/Naval History
Now, Termagant is an interesting subject. I came across her sheer and profile plan many years ago and noticed that it shows a very early example of 'plug stock' rudder. Notice how the stern post is sloped away at the upper end so that the upper part of the rudder can turn in a small, circular helm port. This style of rudder was generally adopted by the Navy only some 25 to 30 years later. This alone will make her an extremely interesting model. -
How would you improve your Byrnes tools?
druxey replied to Keith_W's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
Having read and looked at the examples of modifications on this thread, it seems that each person has his/her own preferences. All Byrnes needs to do is pre-drill and tap accessory holes of a standard thread on their machines, then everyone can then bolt on their own devices. -
Where were pump dales stowed when not in use? Great question. My guess is overhead, between two deck beams. However, if anyone has good contemporary evidence, I'd love to know.
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Captain Jerry: the purpose of the expansion is to show: a. the length of each plank b. shift of the planking butts c. ensure shifts of the inner and outer planking are offset from each other
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With all due respect, the planking expansion shows the pattern of planks, but they are distorted in the projected view. For instance, in the topside of the illustration of Squirrel, the midships planks actually curve in the opposite direction ('smiley'). Otherwise, virtually all the hull planks are cut on a curve, as you say.
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Whoever effected that 'repair' should be strung up from their own yard arm! I suppose they thought that no-one would ever notice??? And in a museum yet. Unbelievable. Anyway, Mobbish, best wishes for a proper restoration of what was once a very nice model.
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The other tip to prevent shrouds from bowing out or in is to tie every fifth ratline first, then add the intermediate ones.
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Nicely done, Giampiero!
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Looks good, Ben. Take Greg and Toni's advice, though: we've all had that experience, although it was another model maker who damaged the framing of one of my models....
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Take a look at the planking scheme - or lack of it - on the Mary Rose wreck.
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Much, much improved, certainly, Mark. Perhaps even a tad more, if there is enough wood remaining to do so. You'll be glad you did this, and you'll find reinstalling the planking will be much easier.
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Further to the raised beakhead platform issue: The original beakhead was part of the upper deck. It aligned with the lowest point of the main rail of the head in the ship as originally built. This headwork was rather old fashioned and deep. When the headwork was replaced with a higher 'modern' one, the main rail was also constructed at a higher level and the additional platform added to line things up again. You can see this on the original draught and compare this to the ship as she now is.
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Mark: if you have been working from Hahn's drawings, the problem lies with his drafting, not your construction accuracy. I've noticed this issue with other Hahn models and ones built from his plans. Cold comfort for you, but....
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Mark: there is a fairing issue at the stern here (perhaps I'm coming in on this conversation a little late). The curve should be nicely radiused, without any sudden turn. I've attached two examples here: one is a full-bodied ship, the other lean and mean. Hope this is of some help.
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Unfortunately there is no European distributor or agent, Hans Christian. Contact SeaWatchBooks directly for any of their titles.
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Yes, second time around is always faster, and often better as well!
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Beautiful result, Alex. That's the nicest - if not the best - stove I've seen.
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