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  • Birthday 06/10/1950

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    Schaumburg, IL
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    Travel, Hiking, Wood Working, Photography, Music, Beer Making and of coarse Ships.

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  1.    smotyka reacted to a post in a topic: US Brig Oneida 1809 by rlb - The Lumberyard - 1:48 scale - POF - Lake Ontario Warship
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  14. smotyka
    Thanks Bob. I'll get a log going in hopefully 6 weeks due to your encouragement - have an upcoming medical situation to tend too in the meantime. Looking forward to your future Flirt adventures!
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  17. smotyka
    Bob, appreciate the detail that your digging into on this model. I too and attempting to put this model together and did the similar research into the best way to plank the hull as I have taken a look at various methods such as Chuck's. I got so wrapped up in all of this that I was not getting anything done. I then decided to simply apply the first plank under the gun port pattern per the instructions as I need to learn how to glue, shape and bend the plank. Baby steps. After gluing the first plank I can now see all of the imperfections that I have made so far especially on the gun port band. You verbalized exactly what I was concerned about and showed pics - deeply appreciated! And Chuck's added advise now makes it clear. When I get back to this step, I'm going to try also. Appreciate your questions and the time taken to provide the pics. Steve
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  23. smotyka
    Thanks for the update Ryland.
  24.    Ryland Craze reacted to a post in a topic: For Sale: Chaleur 1/4" Scale Lauck St. Shipyard + Harold Hahn 3/16" Plans - Sold
  25. smotyka
    Hello, For sale is a 1/4" scale model of the 1764 Chaleur, a very limited plank on bulkhead from the Lauck St Shipyard. It was purchased new more than 15 years ago and has not been started. Don't remember exactly when I purchased it as it has been sitting in the closet since then. Additionally a 3/16" scale set of Harold Hahn plans, 3 pages is included to be used for model reference. Note that this kit is very basic that ends up as a hull and basic deck furniture as seen from the pics below. There are no fittings. Included is one box of bulkhead frame sheets and another box of various wood strips (Cherry, Walnut and Pine), 6 sheets of plans and 3 Cd's that contain the instructions and images. I'd like $150.00 or a reasonable counter offer plus shipping via PayPal. Note that the shipping box is 6.5 lbs, dimensions: 30 X 7 X 6 from Schaumburg, IL 60193. Domestic U.S. lower 48 only. Thanks for looking and please PM me if interested. Steve
  26. smotyka
    Awesome!!!
  27. smotyka
    Hello, This is my first sale so I hope I get this right. For sale is the Model Shipways 1:64 Niagara. It was purchased more than 15 years ago and has been sitting on the shelf along with other models that I've collected. I'd like $125.00 plus shipping. Note that the package weight is 7.5 Lbs. and the box dimensions are 26 X 11 X 3. It would be shipped from zip 60193, Schaumburg, IL. PayPal accepted. Domestic U.S. lower 48 only. Thanks for looking and please PM me if interested. Steve
  28. smotyka
    Thank you for this log as I'm building also. What you've accomplished so far has taken me a couple of months! Will be looking forward to your hull planking as I'm trying not make a mess of it. Steve
  29. smotyka
    Followed your build while sitting in this virtual grandstand and with so many compliments I had to join in. Gorgeous model and the symmetry is spot on. After you take a breather, I'll be anxious to follow the next one. Congratulations. Steve M.
  30. smotyka
    To myself, you are a well respected international professor and your humbling remarks to achieve perfection only furthers everyone's conviction of you. You have our utmost respect and, of course, congratulations.
  31. smotyka
    Thanks for the updates and your detailed explanations.
  32. smotyka
    Thank you. You're work and dedication are admired worldwide.
  33. smotyka
    Enjoy your log and your creativity. Wishing you a speedy recovery also. Steve
  34. smotyka
    Always look forward to your progress for this masterpiece in the making.
  35. smotyka
    So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. Peace to you.
  36. smotyka
    Impeccable! The model & the tooling. Such an inspiration. Thanks for posting & wishing you the best in the next year.

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