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Given the habit of kit makers, you probably have the wood in the right places then.. light colored decks and darker hulls. We all get gaps in planking at some time so just sand away the deck to get it smooth. Do NOT vacuum or dispose of the sawdust. Mix that with a 50/50 mixture of glue and water and apply as filler between the planks. Let dry and sand again. Repeat as needed.
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Try trimming the clear off closer to the "ink" first. Also many spray the matte finish after the decal is in place and dry. I'm sure others may have a better technique.
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So far, so good. As for the veneer, is it darker than what you planked the deck with? The pictures of the whole deck look pretty good from here.
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An excellent lesson in perseverance, Dan. It looks great and I was happy to read you got the solution you needed. Hopefully things get a bit easier from here on out.
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Excellent work on the paintings. Not just the subject matter but the atmosphere really gives a sense of being there.
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That's the one and yes, that's the hull shape from the stern. The French frigates had some beautiful lines.
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Nice choice Chris. She's a sweet looking frigate.
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Pete, I don't know if you're only covering English ships, and I can't speak with 100% certainty, but the French didn't use "stoves" as such. The used "fireplaces" that were open on the front and top with large pots for boiling the food. Under the overhead beams were plates that directed the smoke to the chimney. The fireplace used for the officers could also roast meat. They also had ovens for fresh bread and "pastries". I'm not sure what is meant by "pastries" back than, however.
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Congratulations on a beautiful build, Chris. I hope you'll post some pictures in the case.
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Swan class 3D model in progress
mtaylor replied to dvm27's topic in CAD and 3D Modelling/Drafting Plans with Software
Your artist is doing some magical work, Greg. I hope you'll show us more. The detail is incredible.- 104 replies
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Recommendations For A Good Milling Machine
mtaylor replied to Thistle17's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
Joe, I was going to comment the same thing as Wefalck. It does look like the column is in the front and not the rear. That is a nice machine however. -
Atlantis by Thistle17 - FINISHED - Robbe
mtaylor replied to Thistle17's topic in RC Kits & Scratch building
Just curious Joe, would rubbing compound fix it? Is it in the same spot? I wonder if there's a defect in the hull right there if is as I used to run into that way back when I did model cars. -
Best Model Company with great Kit Instructions and Plans
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Simon, Search MSW for the ships you're interested in. It's probable that the model has been built at least once and often the builder will put info in the log about deficiencies, instructions, etc. Basically the good, the bad, and ugly. -
ancre Chebece 1750 by Jeronimo - FINISHED
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Cutty Sark by NenadM
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Extended days? I too wish for those, my friend. Your little boats look great and it's good that you found some time. Cherish the children while you can for all too soon they will fly away to new adventures and new lives. Taking care of you and being happy is more important than anything else.- 4,151 replies
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The super long strakes are usually kits. The bulkheads are usually too far apart for doing scale lengths on the decks and usually also the hulls. The 25 or so (varied by country and available wood) would be scale. Thus, it's your choice.
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The simple answer is Steel is for English ships (he was contemporary with them) and Boudriot (who did historical) is French. Two different methods involved. So for an English ship, use Steel. For French ships (unless they were captured and the plans are from the NMM) use Boudriot. Disclaimer: This is my perception and I could be wrong. If I am, please correct me.
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It may not help with the build but a good first reference book (and usually inexpensive) is Historic Ship Models by Wolfram zu Mondfeld. Well illustrated and gives a pretty good overview of the ships and details. It's not 100% accurate however.
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