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Thanks, Nils. Ingomar has been a very interesting and satisfying boat to build. Challenging too. Also, like your model, a lot of the interior was subject to my best judgement and guess work, simply because I could find very little actual detailed photos to go by. But, hey, it's been worth it, so far. Have a great week, too!! -
Hi everyone! Well, the deck saga continues! I decided that my second attempt at building the deck, was ok, but, after putting so much effort into Ingomar's accommodation, I felt that it had too many planks and obstructed the view too much. So, I set about building a third deck. As you'll see from the photos of the three decks, the one in the foreground is the third attempt. It has fewer planks, thus leaving more of the deck exposed. I think It looks far better than the one before. I've also made a start on the most rearward accommodation, which was at the very stern of the ship where the rudder housing is. This was where six unfortunate crew members would have slept; in basic pipe cots! They could access this accommodation via a tiny deck hatch aft of the rudder post. What they must have given for the more luxirious berths I can only guess. Nonetheless, as you'll see from the photos, they don't look like much (literally like six tiny white rectangles to simulate the pipe berths), but I'll add pillows and some coloured blankets later on. There's also a couple of photos of the main table in the grand saloon, amidships. If I can, I'll try to put some books on it, just to make the saloon look more lived in. Lastly, you'll see that I've also started to paint the hull. I've sanded it with wet and dry sandpaper, and applied one thin coat. I'll continue to sand and paint until all the blemishes are filled. Anyhow, have a nice week, everyone! All the best.
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Two words- Truly Oustanding! The realism of the weathering, is unbelievable. Well done.
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This looks like this will be a very interesting build. Look forward to following along.
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Great shots of the keel. If only the New York Yacht Club had those shots in '83 before the races.....
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Very nice, Pete. The last photo just before the photo of the real KA6 in the water, is definitely my favourite. Shot from the stern quarter, it really shows off the depth of the hull and her beautiful lines. Ben Lexcen certainly created a winner in more ways than one when he designed her. Well done!
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Hi Sawdust Dave. Thanks! I guess it just wasn't cool when I was younger and I never really got over that. But hey, I'm definitely out of the closet now. In fact, this forum is the first time I've ever shown photos of my models...and it feels great.
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Hi Piet. Love the tube work and I especially love the story about tinlking in the great outdoors. As you said, one of the many advantages of being a male. Thanks, also, for clarifying that your sub will be a display only model; a rather magnificent one at that! I also take great heart in the fact that you and so many others in this forum are proud of their work. Regardless of how skilled/unskilled we are, model building is a great hobby. It teaches us useful skills that can be applied in life and the workplace, eg analtyical and problem solving, innovative thinking, project management, as well as planning and organising skills. You see, ever since I was a kid and right up until now, (and that's a long time), I grew up being embarrassed about my models and afraid to tell people that I build models. I wouldn't show them my models, nor would I admit openly to being a modeller. In essence, I was a 'closet modeller"! So, now hearing you say that you love the feedback and the accolades because you are proud of your achievements and that this model has a special place in your heart, is a valuable lesson in life in for me. Maybe I can come out of the closet and be proud to tell people that I love building models....and show them, too. Thanks! Look forward to your next instalments.
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Hello Piet. I think you must be getting sick of people saying it by now, but wow! I've been lurking and watching your log in amazement for a long while now. Love the detail and the effort and dedication that you put into every part of your sub. One thing I'm curious about is whether you will actually sail the model or, will it be a display model fully armed with lots of working parts? Thanks and look forward to more instalments.
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Hi Michael. That's a great tip. I can imagine what you mean about being pleased and surprised, because that's exactly how I felt when I did these photos. It was certainly fun. All the best and thanks.
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Hi Pete. Out of interest, what wood are you using for all of your builds? It's not balsa is it? If so, that'd definitely benefit from a good expoxy sealant.
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Hi Yamsterman. I haven't tuned into your build log for a while, but, having done so tonight, I'm really grateful that I did. Your workmanship, the level of detail and the atmosphere that your model conveys is pretty special. Well done and look forward to seeing more. All the best.
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Very nice!
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Hi Pete. I also agree that the mismatch with the catamaran against the monohull did kinda spoil the AC mystique for me, a little bit. I think it did seem somewhat unequal and not quite right. That's not to say that each boat wasn't great in their own right, though, but....
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Hi Nils. Gotta love your work. The crispness and quality of the detail work is amazing. Can't wait fir the masts and rigging!
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Hi Pete, Cap'N'Bob, mtaylor, dgbot and yvesvidal. Thanks for stopping by and enjoy the rest of the week!
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Hi everyone! Thanks Elia for your recent Like! Tonight, I started on the Ladies Cabin, which is situated at the stern, just before the rudder post. You can see the photos below; suffice to say, it still requires some more details to be added. I don't think it's looking too bad at this early stage. I also started mucking around with a tiny mirror (the type dentists use to see how dirty your teeth are(!)) to focus on various parts of the accommodation. Gotta have some fun on a Tuesday night!!! Anyhow, I hope you enjoy the photos and have a great week! All the best.
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Hi Cap'n'Bob, yvesvidal, Elmer Cornish, DSiemens and all others who visited. Many thanks for all your likes and comments. Cap'n'Bob- the giant's thumb is definitely scary. All I can say is, I'm glad he washed his hands and cut his finger nails before the photo was shot!!!! Dirt and close-up photography don't mix too well. Cheers All the best.
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Hey Pete! Really looks the part. All she needs now is the green and gold stripes... One thing that's really apparent from the photos of your hull, yet not immediately obvious, is just how deep the Vee of the hull is. I never realised that before. Great job and well done! All the best.
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Hi CapNBob The blocks and rigging look great. This is one very beautiful model. Look forward to continuing to follow your progress. Kind regards and all the best?
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Hi Pete. Looks great and you're a smart man for listening to your wife. Otherwise you'll be in real strife! I hope the problems you're having with Stars and Stripes are easily solvable. Out of interest...Can I ask- is it easy to get the plans for these Americas Cup boats? All the best
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Hi David and MTaylor Many thanks. David, that's one hell of a compliment, of which I'm grateful. Of course, I only wish that I was as good as many of the real masters of the craft such as Phil Reed etc. But, you know, at the end of the day, as long as we enjoy our craft, that's all that really matters. All the best and best wishes!
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