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Nothing like sending someone down a rabbet hole. LOL.
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New Member - Some modeling experience
mtaylor replied to Dave Wells's topic in New member Introductions
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Wow, CDW. Those "older" cars had so much class and beauty to them compared to the "modern" ones.
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Sorry to hear about the stroke, Bryan. They seem to change everything for us.
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Very impressive work, Chris. Congratulations.
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Minor update, No photos as need to get some batteries for the camera. I finally got my brain working (mostly) though short term memory is still iffy. I reworked the stern post and bulkhead as I realized it wasn't sitting right as they were placed right on plans. Not sure what happened. Hopefully this week, batteries and also some planking.
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Nautical archaeology internship programs
mtaylor replied to Ferrus Manus's topic in Nautical/Naval History
Druxey is correct, IMO. They do have a large website with theses and tons of good articles. Here's a link: https://liberalarts.tamu.edu/nautarch/ -
Wow.... beautiful work.
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Please explain razor saws to me
mtaylor replied to nheather's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
To me, the kerf isn't that important as I'm cutting off a piece. There are charts around that show tooth count vs. wood thickness and this is the important part, IMO. If I'm ripping wood on a table/hobby saw then kerf is a factor due to waste, warpage, etc. But again, there's tables for those. -
Interesting response, IMO. Though I believe that the most part, the choice is up the builder on scratch builds and kit bashes. I have very mixed feelings about the use of mahogany and walnut though as to my eye, the grain is too much. And I totally agree with what Wevalck said.
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Before you take a deep dive into tools, etc. I'd like to suggest you look at Model Shipways 3 Model Beginner Set (https://modelexpo-online.com/Model-Shipways-Shipwright-3-Kit-Combo-Series-with-Tools-Glue-and-Paint_p_5290.html_ ). The other bit of advice is only buy tools that you need and when you need them. Too many spend big money on stuff they never use. Also, do some research here at MSW by looking for things that interest you. If you post what you're interested in, advice will be offered as where to look. Also, we have a pretty powerful search engine (upper right hand side of any page) that can let you explore things to your heart's content.
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No rush, no pressure, Håkan. Family comes first including house chores, etc.
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I'd not use a Dremel but a lathe or even milling machine so I could control the dimensions to a finer degree.
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Condolences on the errors and rework, Alan. The good news is that you were able to learn ;from the mistake and correct it. I believe making mistakes is something we all go through and learn from.
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How will laser cutters compliment our hobby tomorrow?
mtaylor replied to EspenT's topic in 3D-Printing and Laser-Cutting.
This is a tricky question in many ways. I fondly remember the old racer's adage: "Speed costs money. How fast do you real want to go?". Applies to lasers also. There's production cutting and hobby product. Different bed sizes, different power specs for the the laser. Answers depend on type of wood and thickness. As to cutting files.... I use plans and it's fairly painless to copy them to digital, clean up,and then use them on the cutter. There's not much work on getting plans for cutting on a laser compared to the 3D plans needed for a 3D printer. -
Absolute beginner here - new to ship modeling
mtaylor replied to AlanR's topic in New member Introductions
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Glad to hear that it's full steam ahead on the house repairs, Alan. The Yak looks great as does the dragon.
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Hmm....deep questions about "why".... In my case, I build model cars and airplanes as kid. It was thing in the neighborhood and there was store that sold kits and had a model contest once year. I stopped while in high school due other interests and then life got in way... military, college, marriage, etc. After a divorce and move across country 20 some years ago, my new lady and I went to a hobby shop for some supplies for her. I ended up having a Vasa model to build. To use a well worn phrase.... "and so it begins..". A very rewarding hobby, filled with meeting friends, getting to work with wood, and making a lot sawdust on the floor. Maybe the wood part I get from my maternal grandfather who made Bavarian wooden coco clocks and then my dad started working making wooden things when he retired.
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I'm sorry to hear about your mother. Seems like good news for the others including yourself. I'm happy to see you back.
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