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  1. knightyo
    Oh my. That's exactly what I'm going to do. Beautiful. Thanks Dubz. Alan
  2. knightyo
    Gorgeous work as usual Chuck. Have you decided how you are going to approach the gunport hinges? "Real" blackened metal hinges and straps would really look nice. (I basically want to see how an expert does it, so I can copy the same method on my Syren) 😁 Alan
  3. knightyo
    This is really an excellent point, and I think is probably why most people don't even try to take on a project of this nature. I think I have the same amount of free time that you do, Beckmann. Chuck, those templates look great! Alan
  4. knightyo
    The difference b/w the yellow cedar vs basswood is just night and day. I'm sold, and will actually never use basswood again on anything that will be visible to the viewer. Alan
  5. knightyo
    Man that's going to be crucially helpful to a lot of modelers. Did you by any chance try that with basswood scrap as well? I still remember the horror I felt when my initial staining of the Syren went awry, and spending hours of nervous work re-sanding, staining, applying washes, etc etc in order to end up with a decent finish. Alan
  6. knightyo
    Hi Mark, It sounds like you have a good support system. I went through a difficult time a number of years ago with no support system; it was "interesting". One thing which did help immensely however, was biking. If you have a good/safe area you can ride, I highly recommend it. 20 minutes into each ride (a ride lasting 2 hours, 2 or 3 times per week), my head would clear and things wouldn't seem as overwhelming. The additional physical benefits of the actual exercise were also amazing. Alan
  7. knightyo
    Chuck, I have downloaded the plans, but am forcing myself to finish my other projects first before starting. I should be good to go around 2030. I'd do 100% scratch, anyway (also thinking about reducing everything and creating a mini-model out of this). Alan
  8. knightyo
    Just my 2 cents Joe, but if you've already done the Syren, this project would be a great next step. Especially since it's going to be done in this forum format with so many builder logs, and the teacher always within hail.
  9. knightyo
    Chuck, how close do the dimensions of the Winchelsea match the Triton in general? I'm thinking the Triton builders might benefit from purchasing the Winchelsea plans as well? Alan
  10. knightyo
    The planes will definitely be a challenge. It will also take a lot of time to install the appropriate RC gear so they can all be individually flown and landed on the flight deck.. Alan
  11. knightyo
    Whoever is trying to charge $100 USD for a 1/350 model should probably receive a kind note that they might want to think about reviewing their pricing structures. lol
  12. knightyo
    Beautiful model! Alan
  13. knightyo
    Welcome to the hobby! Since this is your first go, it might be a good idea to trace the bulkheads onto a very inexpensive, soft wood, and then practice planking the model with inexpensive soft wood planks. Maybe even over and over until you have the "feel" for how to do it. It's pretty easy to create test hulls to practice upon. Alan
  14. knightyo
    Hi Bob, It will be fun to follow this build! I built along with the original installments until life got in the way and I had to stop. My version has been at this stage since 2008. It will be a lot of fun to see someone else able to forge through completion. Alan
  15. knightyo
    Maybe even a V-1 and it's portable launching pad. How's that for interesting? 😀
  16. knightyo
    Greg, The below elevator looks incredible. It's really fun to see your work. P.S. Was there a specific book which inspired this build, or just an interest in alternate history in general? Alan
  17. knightyo
    My cats also insist on laying down on my work surface. In fact I believe my youngest cat also tried to sleep in the hull of my Triton at one point. lol Alan
  18. knightyo
    It looks fantastic, Chuck. Alan
  19. knightyo
    I've been sucked back into the plastic realm due to watching some of incredible plastic models being built on here recently (still need to finish my Syren/Triton/Nina, but that's beside the point ). I was in the hobby store the other day debating what type of primer to apply to my 1/350 Fletcher. I've stayed away from Vallejo due to the experiences that Greg has relayed in his log; the guy in the hobby store (who actually seemed extremely knowledgeable) said that he loved Mr. Surfacer, and used it for all of his work. Other's might chime in if they've used this product. For brass parts.. I picked up a package of 2 small brass rods at Lowe's (in nuts and bolts section) for around 8 bucks, and copied Greg's method of inserting them into wood blocks in the hull. It was extremely easy! (I used a 2-part epoxy to secure the wood blanks into the hull). Alan
  20. knightyo
    Nice flight decks! I hadn't realized how long this was. You might need a new bookshelf!
  21. knightyo
    Greg, are you going to incorporate any lighting? That could help show off some of the internals.... Alan
  22. knightyo
    Another stunning model. I think it's now time for a carrier... They cost a "trifle" more, but think of the enjoyment the rest of us will have watching you work on her. 😀 Alan
  23. knightyo
    RE the black paper caulking. He probably glued black paper strips on the edges of his planks. (Just one edge, as the "other" side of the plank receives it's caulking from its neighbor plank). I think the easiest and safest way to caulk is by coloring the edges with a graphite pencil. Alan
  24. knightyo
    Very nice and precise work! I see that you also have a cat/admiral supervising progress. 😊 Alan
  25. knightyo
    Still fiddling with the finish on the main model. This morning I applied a 50/50 mixture of tung/mineral spirits to the "virgin" sections. We'll see how it goes. I also began cutting out my pre-soaked/bent "side ribs" to place next to the "ribs" on the bottom of the boat. Once the ribs have been installed, I'll cut the tops off of them on each side, as another plank will be running along the top of the inside of the boat under the rail. I'll also sand all of the ribs smooth and uniform. However... This morning when I began dry placing a few side ribs in the boat, I realized that all the ribs were far, far too wide! There's a part of me which wants to go ahead and install the rest of them, but the part that will win out is the part which knows that overly wide ribs will drive me nuts. Now the question is how to thin them. The bottom ribs have already been glued. It actually might be easiest to install them all, and sand them in place as opposed to trying to sand the remainder before installing.. They are so small, they are pretty hard to handle. Alan

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