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    Model shipbuilding. Varied depending on the day.. :)

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    Beautiful work, Alan.
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    Bad eyes as we get older is a problem. I've found that my optometrist will do "custom" glasses (single magnification, cheap frame and at a very good price that not quite as low as department store stock (if you even find it anymore). Basically "reading classes" and just about any magnification one might want. I'd suggest give them a call and see what have,
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    Linus, you can open scratch logs in the Scratch Build area. It's sorted by build date of the original ship so proceed accordingly.
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    I guess I should have been a bit clearer. Yes. Research everywhere but buy local when possible. In this case Occre is a good start.
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    I basically have that saw and have had it for close to 2 decades. Not sure of where it was made though. I have assorted blades with different tooth counts depending on the different thickness of the wood. My reference for tooth count is here: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/23843-byrnes-saw-reference-also-good-for-other-desktop-hobby-saws/. I do make my own insert plates per that document.
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    Meekes, Over the years the best advice to a beginner was to "start small with no masts, then go to model with one mast and then two and build your skills with minimal investment ." Since you're in Europe, I'd suggest have look at the Model Shipways 3 ship beginner set and see if you can find a comparable set of models where you are. Thinks like planking can be steep learning curve for some of us and this method is good way to start. It's relatively fast and inexpensive compared to larger modes.
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    I think there's trade-offs with either method. You might buy a small sampling of the larger block and test to see how everything goes for you. It's probably a bit more time consuming than the smaller blocks but overall, less money.
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    Welcome to MSW. I suggest opening a build log as it's great way to get help and also meet others.
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    It's hard to define "best" as each manufacturer has their own ideas. I suggest doing a search in the kit build area for logs on the model. It'll give you a better idea of what each kit is like.
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    Welcome to Model Ship World. I have faith you certainly can build the model. Do open a build log when you're ready to start. It's the best way to get help as needed and meet others.
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    I suspect you're right about the supports. I've seen those even car and aircraft museums so even if the tires loose air pressure they won't look "flat".
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    Sorry to hear that your not happy with model. From here it looks fantastic and keep that opinion. Back in day, many of the race Cobras had hoods that didn't have hinges but used the "clips" (lock pins is maybe the correct term) to keep them on as many racers had hoods fly open at speed.

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