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  1. mtaylor
    I recall there was a post and I can't find it referencing a Youtube video A quick Google and here's the one's of models being historically correct: https://www.google.com/search?biw=1329&bih=759&q=youtube+titanic+model+sinking&oq=youtube+titanic+model+sinking&gs_l=psy-ab.3..0i30k1l2.22391.23284.0.23636.6.6.0.0.0.0.165.743.0j5.5.0....0...1.1.64.psy-ab..1.5.741...0i7i30k1j0i13k1j0i8i7i30k1j0i13i30k1.0.1Ve-MDSMzE8 Expect to spend several hours if you watch all of them...
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    Mike, What I found useful was basically the beginning of the book and little bits and pieces elsewhere. True, it's not a shipbuilders guide but the principles apply. I believe he said he's revising it to add techniques for shipbuilding. BTW, is log on the Constitution is an education unto itself Hope this helps.
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    Count me in. I find these boats and their history fascinating.
  4. mtaylor
    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.
  6. mtaylor
    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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    Keith, What John said... I can't seem to find any words to add. Jaw is dropped....
  11. mtaylor
    Nice choice Chris. She's a sweet looking frigate.
  12. mtaylor
    Absolutely stunning work.
  13. mtaylor
    Pete, Look around in the scratch area at some of the French ships. By per chance do you have a copy of Frolich's "The Art of Ship Modeling"? It might help even with such things as the way cannon were rigged, etc. I think zu Mondfeld's "Historic Ship Models" also has such info.
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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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    Your artist is doing some magical work, Greg. I hope you'll show us more. The detail is incredible.
  17. mtaylor
    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.
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    There is also brass lettering available in various sizes and fonts. Some of the model ship suppliers carry some but a Google should find what size, etc. you need.
  19. mtaylor
    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.
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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.
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    Maybe it's me but the pictures didn't come through.
  22. mtaylor
    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.
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    Welcome back, Mark. Just add me to the envious observer list.
  24. mtaylor
    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.
  25. mtaylor
    It's great to see you back, Daniel. Nice work.

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