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Nigel, At the risk of certainly repeating myself, it is such a pleasure to look at your ship's updates. Your art work is as good as it gets. Even with the ofttimes redundant details that take time and several yawns to get through your example is certainly a project of love. PS: Ah yes, those winter storms of the UK. Having lived there for 2 years back in the 90s (London; St John's Wood), I remember inclement and cold weather. But, I also cherish the memories visiting our favorite pub (Greene King) and enjoying a pint (or two) sitting outside at 10:00 pm in mid July with a still wonderful glow of subdued sunlight. We loved the UK, and in fact my sweetheart and I were speaking of wanting to return someday. PS2 I, of course, boarded the HMS Victory and saw the Mary Rose, as well as the Cutty Sark. PS3 Your Maritime museum, Greenwich is the best in the world. Better than the Paris example of the same (:-) As always, Regards MIchael -
Hi everyone, Here is the first part of my continued obsession with fixes grrrrrr. (:-) On the plus side there is almost nothing else that I can fix. The 1:1 does not have a break at the poop deck side railings, as I posted earlier. Mine did, so this needed to be re-done correctly. Here are the first pics of how the repairs are going so far. As always thanks so much for looking at this build. So appreciated. Regards, Michael
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Patrick, Really coming along. Beautiful hull work. A pleasure to follow along. Regards, Michael
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Lawrence, Thanks, your words are so nice. My next update will be, for me, a real step forward as far as "fixing" issues that were not accurate in my original attempts. I'm honored that you are following this build. I have also been watching you work. Your detail quality is really so excellent. The copper plating on your Victory, for example, is superb, especially the rudder. Beautiful craftsmanship. Again thanks for following along much appreciated. Regards, Michael
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Peter, Thanks for dropping by, along with your very much appreciated comments. Yes the Vasa Museum is a sight that stays in one's mind. I'm happy that this was also a place your children will remember. I would like to return there as it has been many years since my first visit. I'm sure that the museum has added many new displays. Again thanks for your nice words. Regards MIchael
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Alexandru, YES as Jason just posted, there are simply no words the would fit in regards to your astonishing art. I so enjoy following your amazing build. Regards, Michael
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Joachim, As you know I, and many others are fans of your work. That would be where outstanding belongs. Thanks for your, always, nice posts; so nice (:-) I'm glad that you are enjoying these log updates. Regards, MIchael
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Grant, Thanks for your very nice comment, post, and for following this build; all very much appreciated. Yes, the Vasa museum is, well, astonishing. I was working in London in the mid 90s, and took a long weekend and flew over to see it. A "must see" for anyone interested in world history. Ironically enough as I started the Corel kit, I did not connect the dots until much later regarding accuracy. Hence all the "fixes". I hope that my mistakes, and your love of the Vasa museum will work in your favor when you start your build (:-) Regards, MIchael
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Hi folks, Minor update on latest fix (:-) My posts always seem to be moving backwards, but hopefully when they (the fixes) are finished and progress can be made, it should all work out. Note on pic. one that there is a break on the upper poop deck railing. I incorrectly built that in. Pic. two is the repair in progress. I'll post an update after its finished. As always I so appreciate your kind people looking in. Amended: added a reference pic of 1:1 that shows you where I "goofed". Thanks Nigel for pointing this out (:-) Regards, MIchael
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Sherry, Just discovered your S Felipe. Every adjective and superlative has already been spoken for on your build. Beautiful !! I will happily follow along. Regards, MIchael
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Ferit, NICE! my iPhone sent me a beep during my Dodger's game (:-( they will (probably) loose the season. BUT your ship is beautiful. Such nice details. Life goes on (:-) In the morning I will feel better. PS: I understand, that for you, baseball is in an other universe. Regards, Michael
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Nigel, Yes, paraphrasing others; beautiful forecastle update. Well worth the time. And as Matti noted the colors work harmoniously together. Regards, Michael
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Nigel, As always I am always so honored when you so kindly post. Your work is so superlative and extraordinary that it is a kindness that you treat me to encouraging as well as very positive remarks about this build. Interesting that you are also planning on building the Santísima. Building both versions will will certainly be very interesting. I presume that the cross section will reflect the same hull look as your complete ship. These will make a very remarkable side-by-side display. You will certainly "bash" the the kits (:-) Again so nice to have you back on board. Regards, Michael
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Joachim, Welcome back (:-) You have been missed. So sorry to hear about the virus. Those can be so damaging. It sounds as if you have resolved the issue. Good to hear. Thanks for taking the time catching up on my build, very nice of you. As you know I have a file of your Wasa, and when I need help, I look through some of your photos for guidance. Again welcome back I will look forward to you updates as well. Regards, Michael
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I'm really enjoying following your build. Your work is excellent. I remember, years ago, building the Revell of same. A far cry from your beautiful example in wood, and copper example. But it reminds me of how much I love this ship. One day I need to get my act together and cross the country to visit her. Keep those updates coming. Regards Michael
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Ferit, I won't repeat all of the previous superlatives, as much as I would like to. I must have looked at some of your latest updated photos 2 or three times, in case I missed something (I'm sure that I did) . Your Berlin is so so special. Please, you are no longer a beginner, but you have instead become a teacher for many of us, so that we may try to emulate your level of exquisite detailing. Such a beauty. A real joy for the senses. Regards, Michael
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Ferit, Thanks for looking back on a "fix" part of this re-build (:-) The original gratings where, well, not gratings. Grrr Now they certainly look better. Thanks, as always, for your generous thoughts. I will eventually be able to consistently move forward with this project. Still working on some fixes. Regards, MIchael
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Buck, Thanks again for your nice comments. They are always a source of encouragement. Regards, MIchael
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Ferit, You are much too kind. (:-) Let's hope that I can continue this build and still find harmony. Deck cannons, masts and rigging will all be very new to me. I did build a simple ship many years ago, so this will be my first attempt to get it correctly. Regards, Michael
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Thanks Ulises, But my BIG challenge will be to just get a bit close to your rigging skills. I've downloaded many of your photos to help guide me when I get there. Regards, MIchael
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Nigel, I appreciate your redo comments. Nice to see that I am not "The Lone Ranger" in this regards. Also someone with the level of talent that you have appreciating my efforts is very touching. Actually, I don't think that I have mentioned what is under the table. I thought that I would try something totally different. Regards, MIchael
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Frank, Thanks your nice thoughts are always appreciated. Michael
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Hello again, The second series of kevels have been completed. Small little bits, but rather labor intensive. Nonetheless I'm mostly comfortable with the results. As I finished these, it glared at me again that there were problems with the side railings near the stern. There should not be a "break" in the railing where the two kevels are co-located (last pic) Hmmmm. OK. I so spent the day tearing out those railings, side timbers, vertical deck upright side timbers, as well as those four co-located kevels. Grrrrrrrrrr. (:-) I'm already seeing how the fix will make a big dif. I also (sometime back), sent an email to Corel, and they sent me two more cannon decorative pieces. I will incorporate those into the fix as well. So it seems that it's always two steps back and one forward with this build. The next build in-waiting, already under my table, will hopefully only move forward. As usual thanks so much for looking in, posting, or clicking the "like" button. Supper appreciated. Regards, Michael
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Matti, You really HAVE captured the beauty of this ship. Excellent work. I also admire how you incorporated the perfect curves and grace of the galleries as they form at the back with the stern. Your photos also offer excellent perspectives. R/ Michael
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