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    I too have one of those that Bob Cleek mentions. Works very well. However, age is a battle with tightening anything. I've found to tighten the collet I need to use two sets of pliers to add just a bit of torque. Not the best solution but it works for me. I realize at some point, I'll have toss it and find a better tool.
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    Image didn't come through, Chris. Just a bunch of code.
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    I'd amend that slightly.... the military in the US is 200 years of tradition unhampered by progress.
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    Great to see you back and at the workbench, Alan. I'm looking forward to seeing more work on this as it' already looks impressive.
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    Welcome to MSW, Jesus. Beautiful work you are doing. No need to apologize for the use of a translator.
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    I saw many of those and had one for myself in the past. Seemed common not just with programmers but engineering types.
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    Kevn, you can do as others do and add a profile for the business.
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    That's true so probably best to wait until all oars are done and tested since more oars in the water will help speed.
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    I see that you did. Add a signature link (in your profile) so it shows up in your posts.
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    I'd go along with what Marc (Hubac's Historian) said. Just add on here. That way it's all in one place and makes for easier reference.
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    Maybe also a bit wider on the blades to help give it all the "grip" in the water they can get.
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    It may take some doing but try art supply stores and stationary shops. They may no carry them in stock but might be able to order them. Also but do a bit of Googling and see what's available. Lettraset used to the top of the line but I have no idea if they even exist anymore.
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    Grant, this is one I found.... yep... just one. Probably the same thing you found.
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    For the movie, they actually made a series of sound stages for each deck on both ships in the movie. I've read somewhere (here on MSW most likely) that those stages still exist.
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    When you're ready for sanding and looking for tools to that, have a look at any cosmetic supply store for the flexible fingernail files. They come in assorted grits and very reasonably prices. I also use an assortment of downs, wood scraps shaped as needed with some sandpaper glued to them.
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    Amazing finds..... all of them so far.
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    That is a small model. Looking great. May I suggest taking a 50-50 mix of white glue and water and brushing it on the breechings? It will help to shape them into natural curves and also lie down on the deck.
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    The canopy is looking great just as it is now. I hope the rest of the work on it goes well.
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    In the articles area, we have posts on tools... including basics: https://thenrg.org/resource/articles As John pointed out, the basic rule of thumb is "buy only what you need when you need it". It'll save you a lot of time and money as too many new modelers have jumped in and bought a full shop load of tools they never use. Also here;s the section on MSW for tool discussions: https://modelshipworld.com/forum/18-modeling-tools-and-workshop-equipment/
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    A mini masterpiece, Greg.

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