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Hi Overdale. I've said it once, but, I'll say it again...."bloomimg marvellous". That's one beautiful model. Thanks for doing the build-log. This model needs to be shared by all. Well done.
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That's exactly what I thought as well, when i saw you hiding behind your IPad!!! Beautful model, too.
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No problem! Disasters are always only seconds away. What matters is that they're overcome. Great job you're doing, by the way, with the planking. She'll look great once done. All the best!
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Hi Alan. The amount of work that you're putting into this ship is magical. She's going to look fantastic. Your friend and his father should be extremely grateful. Well done!
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Saettia Genoese by maurino
Omega1234 replied to maurino's topic in - Subjects built Up to and including 1500 AD
Hi Mauro. I love the deck planking. There's a richness and warmth coming from the wood you've used that makes it very special. Well done! -
Hi Vivian, Bob, Overdale, Michael, Mark, Piet and everyone else for their likes and comments. Greatly appreciated! Mark - forget dog walking! It's in the public's best interest that that you stay with the hobby. You don't want to be picking up dog crap all day! Vivian . Many thanks and all the best. Bob - greatly appreciated! Michael - I have to say that your tiny cutter was part inspiration for doing small things! Piet - monofilaments and paper. Why didn't I think of that! Mine's far from perfect, but at least I've proved to myself that I can do it. Now, I just need to fix up all the errors. Can't wait to see yours when it's done! Overdale. What can I say. You have amazed me with your beautiful model. Your workmanship is second to none; not to mention the quality of your wood panelling skills. She's a beauty! I think you need to do a build-log for her, so that other members can enjoy it. Well done! All the best everyone and thanks!
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Hi Alan. I was thinking the very same thing all along, about the cabin height. I'm glad that you lowered the height, but, I also share your sentiments in hesitating to do it. Should look heaps more scale-like in appearance now. Well done and all the best!
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I did it! I did it! Well, I sorta did it. The compromise was that I couldn't do the hull as a clinker hull, due to its tiny size, difficulty in making the planks thin enough and carving a rabbett line. There are certain realities in size that just can't be overlooked, afterall. Anyhow, the hull has five frames, including the transom. It's planked with wood, although the frames and keel are made out of card. There's still much finishing off, including the deck boards, painting, oars, etc that need to be fitted. Nonetheless, I hope you enjoy the photos!!! I'm a happy man!
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Hi Bernhard Nice boat too. If'd be great to see a video of it underway, but that's not always easy to post. All the best with your Sparrow build.
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Hi Michael. Being a total ignoramus about these things, the sad thing is that I have absolutely no idea what you or anyone else has been talking about. Heck, I'm so gullible about engines that I even believe the car mechanic! On the otherhand, I do know excellent craftsmanship, err, mechanic'manship when I see it. Damn good stuff!
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Hi Bernhard. Very nice. Have you bought your RC and sail winch yet? I always preferred a winch over a sail servo, but either one would be fine. I bet you can't wait to get it into the water! All the best.
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Hey Piet Now those photos look great! The frames are amazing and it certainly looks like they'll be strong enough with the reinforcement that you glued onto them. Can't wait to see it all assembled! Go for it!
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Hi everyone. Thanks for all your Likes and feedback. David (dgbot) - Mystic's hull is now sporting its first lick of white paint. More coats with sanding in between are required to get the hull nice and smooth, though. Hope you like it so far. You're definitely right, though, David. The painting of the hull has certainly improved Mystic's overall appearance. Bob and Piet. Although I don't have photos yet, you may be interested to know that I've been planning how to build a 2cm long POF dinghy. It's possible, but I may have to make some compromises along the way. I'll post photos once I get started. All the best, everyone!
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Hi Brian. I too, am looking forward to following along. It should be a great build. Out of interest, I've noticed that the photos of the beautiful models provided by Sticlaru in the post above are not captioned, but, does the big model resemble what your model will look like? Nice models, by the way and thanks to Sticlaru for posting them. Cheers and all the best!
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Hi Piet. One suggestion to strengthen your wood could be to saturate it with thin liquid super glue. I do this habitually and find that it seriously adds strength to the wood. Once the glue's dry, it can ge easily sanded. May be worth a try. Cheers and all the best.
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Cutty Sark by NenadM
Omega1234 replied to NenadM's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1851 - 1900
Hi Nenad That's some pretty impressive work! I like them. Keep going! All the best.- 4,152 replies
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Hi Dave and Bob, and all others for hitting the Like button. David-Yep. I plan on painting the port side of her hull white, while leaving the starboard side with cutout varnished. Bob - thanks for the encouragement. A 2cm POF dinghy hull....madness, madness I say!!! Ok. I'll give it a go. All the best!
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Hi all. More of the latest of Mystic's details are provided in the following photos. Principally, I've added the poles that hold up the awnings and the wooden railings to both sides of the hull and stern. Interestingly, on the port side of Mystic's railings, I've attached brown cardboard to simulate a tanned coloured canvas that would have given protection to the crew and passengers from wind and waves (ok, probably wouldn't really make that make of a difference in real life, but, I've seen many photos of similar ships with them, so I put it on Mystic). Hope you enjoy.
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Hi Piet! That's incredible! This is definitely going to be another fantastic build from you, no doubt. Well done!
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Hi Piet. Mmmm, trust me. I had actually thought of a POF build for the dinghy. But, at 2cms long, I don't even know if that's possible. May be worth a try, though....you never know.
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