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Pirate adam got a reaction from mtaylor in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
Druxey,
I used the pencil approach for my last model. I liked the look especially on the deck. It is especially effective with lighter colored wood. The only thing I found is certain pencils have waxier lead that can reduce the strength of the joint. The joints on my keel scarphs should be bullet proof (fingers crossed), as I put 6 copper bolts in each joint with some CA as well as wood glue on the joint faces.
I am going to switch to the brown glue approach when I get away from the timbers for the keel and the knee of the head. I don’t want to mess around with potential de-lamination when I get to the frames. I have loads of colors of Vallejo acrylic paint from plastic airplane modeling during the pandemic so will experiment with that approach as well. I agree with you and Allan that the more understated look is nicer
Adam
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Pirate adam got a reaction from KARAVOKIRIS in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
Glued up the keel and false keel. I used black tissue paper between the joints after testing it for color fastness when applying finish to a scrap piece. The black tissue paper comes with a level of frustration that I was not prepared for, but it does end up in a crisp black line between the parts. I am finding tiny pieces of black tissue paper all over the house, as it static clings to everything. Hard to believe it has already taken 11 pieces to get to this point. I am following the steps in The Fully Framed Model, so next up is the lower stem.
Adam
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Pirate adam got a reaction from CiscoH in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
Glued up the keel and false keel. I used black tissue paper between the joints after testing it for color fastness when applying finish to a scrap piece. The black tissue paper comes with a level of frustration that I was not prepared for, but it does end up in a crisp black line between the parts. I am finding tiny pieces of black tissue paper all over the house, as it static clings to everything. Hard to believe it has already taken 11 pieces to get to this point. I am following the steps in The Fully Framed Model, so next up is the lower stem.
Adam
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Pirate adam got a reaction from KARAVOKIRIS in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
I've managed to cut the scarphs for the keel as well as the section with the boxing joint. It only took me 3 tries to make the section with the boxing joint without messing something up Plenty of good size pieces for the scrap box.
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Pirate adam got a reaction from Canute in HMCS Bonaventure by NavyShooter - 1/96 scale - an RCN fitting out
This has been really interesting to follow. It is amazing how you are able to do the 3D design work and bring it to life with the printer.
Adam
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Pirate adam got a reaction from mtaylor in HMCS Bonaventure by NavyShooter - 1/96 scale - an RCN fitting out
This has been really interesting to follow. It is amazing how you are able to do the 3D design work and bring it to life with the printer.
Adam
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Pirate adam got a reaction from FrankWouts in Sloop Speedwell 1752 by Chuck - Ketch Rigged Sloop - POF - prototype build
I really like the idea of having a few figures and leaving them brown or grey. It reminds me of a lot of history displays in museums etc.
Adam
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Pirate adam got a reaction from yvesvidal in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
Glued up the keel and false keel. I used black tissue paper between the joints after testing it for color fastness when applying finish to a scrap piece. The black tissue paper comes with a level of frustration that I was not prepared for, but it does end up in a crisp black line between the parts. I am finding tiny pieces of black tissue paper all over the house, as it static clings to everything. Hard to believe it has already taken 11 pieces to get to this point. I am following the steps in The Fully Framed Model, so next up is the lower stem.
Adam
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Pirate adam got a reaction from cotrecerf in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
Glued up the keel and false keel. I used black tissue paper between the joints after testing it for color fastness when applying finish to a scrap piece. The black tissue paper comes with a level of frustration that I was not prepared for, but it does end up in a crisp black line between the parts. I am finding tiny pieces of black tissue paper all over the house, as it static clings to everything. Hard to believe it has already taken 11 pieces to get to this point. I am following the steps in The Fully Framed Model, so next up is the lower stem.
Adam
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Pirate adam got a reaction from Thukydides in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
Glued up the keel and false keel. I used black tissue paper between the joints after testing it for color fastness when applying finish to a scrap piece. The black tissue paper comes with a level of frustration that I was not prepared for, but it does end up in a crisp black line between the parts. I am finding tiny pieces of black tissue paper all over the house, as it static clings to everything. Hard to believe it has already taken 11 pieces to get to this point. I am following the steps in The Fully Framed Model, so next up is the lower stem.
Adam
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Pirate adam got a reaction from davec in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
Glued up the keel and false keel. I used black tissue paper between the joints after testing it for color fastness when applying finish to a scrap piece. The black tissue paper comes with a level of frustration that I was not prepared for, but it does end up in a crisp black line between the parts. I am finding tiny pieces of black tissue paper all over the house, as it static clings to everything. Hard to believe it has already taken 11 pieces to get to this point. I am following the steps in The Fully Framed Model, so next up is the lower stem.
Adam
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Pirate adam got a reaction from dvm27 in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
Glued up the keel and false keel. I used black tissue paper between the joints after testing it for color fastness when applying finish to a scrap piece. The black tissue paper comes with a level of frustration that I was not prepared for, but it does end up in a crisp black line between the parts. I am finding tiny pieces of black tissue paper all over the house, as it static clings to everything. Hard to believe it has already taken 11 pieces to get to this point. I am following the steps in The Fully Framed Model, so next up is the lower stem.
Adam
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Pirate adam got a reaction from druxey in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
Glued up the keel and false keel. I used black tissue paper between the joints after testing it for color fastness when applying finish to a scrap piece. The black tissue paper comes with a level of frustration that I was not prepared for, but it does end up in a crisp black line between the parts. I am finding tiny pieces of black tissue paper all over the house, as it static clings to everything. Hard to believe it has already taken 11 pieces to get to this point. I am following the steps in The Fully Framed Model, so next up is the lower stem.
Adam
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Pirate adam reacted to robdurant in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
She certainly is a handsome subject. I wish you all the best as you set out to build her.
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Pirate adam reacted to jpalmer1970 in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
This will be interesting to follow. 👍
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Pirate adam reacted to druxey in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
On a project of this nature, there will be more scrap. One needs a decent sized box. The good news is that much can be re-purposed along the way. Also, you will find the failure rate will go down as you get more experience under your belt. Been there, so I know!
Boxing joint looks good now.
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Pirate adam got a reaction from gjdale in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
Glued up the keel and false keel. I used black tissue paper between the joints after testing it for color fastness when applying finish to a scrap piece. The black tissue paper comes with a level of frustration that I was not prepared for, but it does end up in a crisp black line between the parts. I am finding tiny pieces of black tissue paper all over the house, as it static clings to everything. Hard to believe it has already taken 11 pieces to get to this point. I am following the steps in The Fully Framed Model, so next up is the lower stem.
Adam
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Pirate adam got a reaction from davyboy in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
Glued up the keel and false keel. I used black tissue paper between the joints after testing it for color fastness when applying finish to a scrap piece. The black tissue paper comes with a level of frustration that I was not prepared for, but it does end up in a crisp black line between the parts. I am finding tiny pieces of black tissue paper all over the house, as it static clings to everything. Hard to believe it has already taken 11 pieces to get to this point. I am following the steps in The Fully Framed Model, so next up is the lower stem.
Adam
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Pirate adam got a reaction from mtaylor in HMS EURYALUS by Matiz - FINISHED - scale 1:56
That figurehead is looking really good. Interesting choice of olive wood. I'm a little bit surprised we don't see more use of that on the site, as I have seen some amazing carvings in olive wood.
Adam
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Pirate adam got a reaction from mtaylor in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
This is what I am going for in the end.
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Pirate adam got a reaction from yvesvidal in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
I've managed to cut the scarphs for the keel as well as the section with the boxing joint. It only took me 3 tries to make the section with the boxing joint without messing something up Plenty of good size pieces for the scrap box.
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Pirate adam got a reaction from KARAVOKIRIS in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
The fun begins. My references indicate the keel should be built up in 5 segments 13" square. I am using swiss pear for the keel and frames. My plan is to cut the scarphs for the keel on the mill and cut the boxing joint with chisels. We'll see how that goes . I glued a copy of the stem to a piece of plastic to use as a template for shaping both the boxing joint and the stem later.
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Pirate adam got a reaction from mtaylor in The Hayling Hoy by jpalmer1970 - 1:48 scale - First POF build
The myrtle wood looks very nice. That should make for a really sharp looking model.
Adam
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Pirate adam got a reaction from bdgiantman2 in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
This is what I am going for in the end.
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Pirate adam got a reaction from westwood in HMS Crocodile 1781 by Pirate adam - 1/48 scale - POF
I have started working on a building board following the description in Ed Tosti's Naiad book. I used a similar, smaller board for by galley Washington. I still need to build the gantry and accessory parts for holding the keel, aligning frames, etc.
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