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  1. mtaylor
    Sgthod, Have a look here: http://modelshipworldforum.com/ship-model-materials-and-tools.php for "Tools not to bother with". Fair a Frame is mentioned. However, sometimes (me included) by tools that aren't recommended by anyone just because... I had the Billings version and while not perfect, it worked for me until I discovered better ways.
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    I've seen a few of those.. I suspect it was convention at the time or some instability of the paint pigment.
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    Beautifully done on the transoms.
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    Here's another way of doing sails... http://www.arsenal-modelist.com/index.php?page=accessories∂=37 I think there's been a few around who have used this method but I don't remember which builds.
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    You had me worried there for a minute, Kevin. I thought that last picture was indicating you had turned Vic into a planter. I'm so glad you haven't... the rigging is looking better and better every time.
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    You might ask that here: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/forum/21-painting-finishing-and-weathering-products-and-techniques/ so that more eyes get a look at it. I can't answer as I have no idea.
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    Ah, the mystery continues.... Obviously not a coincidence.. two holes, each seem to be (but may not be) through holes. The all seem to have the same or similar placement and relationship to each other.
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    The lanyards are looking great, Kevin.
  9. mtaylor
    You really do want that flat, don't you?
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    I quite agree... impressive windows, Nigel.
  11. mtaylor
    Greg, I was thinking the same thing as Brian... I am surprised at how small it really is and your work is even more impressive.
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    I hope it works for you Frank. They went straight for the spinal on her and didn't work. We meet with the "new" doctor tomorrow. He's not actually "new" but was the guy we wanted her to see first, but the referring doctor wanted her to see someone else.
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    Frank, You have my sympathies for the stenosis. My wife has that also, and I know by looking at her what her pain level must be link. Keep the dragon in mind.. I think it'll be a great touch for the display of this ship.
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    I'm going to my room and lie down for a bit. My brain is numbed by what I just saw. Amazing isn't enough to describe it.
  15. mtaylor
    Thanks for posting that, Jack. It looks to be the perfect place to be on holiday.
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    An excellent plan, Tom. And you can sing it all you want. It's a good feeling to start a project, even for the second or third time.
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    John, We all poke each other with that Sharpie. I'm covered in polka dots.
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    It's great to hear you're back in the saddle again. And no, I won't play Gene Autry. But seriously, this is excellent news. BTW, Danny's Vulture did have, as I recall, a meeting with the floor or an approximation to it as I recall.
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    Looking very good, Frank... I'm seeing your trucks and parrells, and I think the trucks are supposed to be smaller than the rollers (beads) to allow the rollers to contact the mast when raising or lowering the yard. I'm going to use your idea for making the trucks as it seems to work a treat.
  20. mtaylor
    Be bold, Patrick, be bold...
  21. mtaylor
    Patrick, this continues to be a feast for the eyes... I love those cushions as they add more detail than expected.
  22. mtaylor
    I'm glad that things are going well... however, I have to go find some mind bleach for that picture. <shudders>
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    John, Consider making a spread sheet for these measurements... a macro can be developed convert the input measurement (say, French) and output in English along with the scale measurements for 1:32 and 1:36. It'll take some thought and de-bug time to do but probably worth it. I think there's a calculator available on line to convert the French to English but the last time I saw it was a few years ago so I'm not sure it's still around.
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    Even the little saws (MicroMark, Proxxon, Dremel, etc.) can take a finger or two. After getting my thumb nicked badly (there's still dried blood on the print that hangs on the wall behind the saw), I use push sticks, fingerboards, and never, never, use it when I'm tired or distracted. And even using the 3" table saw, I stand off to one side just in case. I close the door to the workshop and that's a signal to my Admiral 'don't come in unless it's a matter of life or death'. She understands. I am looking at making one of those strip jigs....
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    Beautiful work, Mick. Congratulations. As for how long the next one takes? It will take as long as it takes...One can't rush things, right?

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