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Hi folks. A quick update on the ‘illegal party‘ that’s been going on in Sapphire over the past week. Much to the owner’s consternation, the Construction Boss has invited even more of his mates on board. Have a look!!! Disclaimer: no teeny tiny people were harmed during this photo shoot😏😏😏! Cheers Patrick
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Thanks Mark. Yep, the party’s started early...I don’t think they were adhering to the new social-distancing rules, though! Have a great week. Cheers Patrick
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Hi Gary Thanks! Yep...sub-atomic is a good way to think about it. I must admit that the teeny tiny stuff really does my head in, sometimes, but it's all great fun nonetheless. The figures are slightly bigger than the correct scale because it was the best I could do. In actual fact, they're about 8 mm high (on average). Thanks for the compliments and stay safe. Cheers Patrick
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Hi folks. Well...against Sapphire’s future owner’s wishes, the Construction Boss of the shipyard snuck his friends on-board the boat today. ”How dare you! Look at them‘, said the owner in disgust. ‘They’re just lounging around, feet up on the new outdoor lounges. No respect for other people’s property. Hmmm! One would think they own the place!” Needless to say, the Construction Boss is not in the good books at the moment! I hope you like these photos. Pls be gentle on me, as these are the first time I’ve ever made figures for a boat. They’re pretty crude, but at least I tried! Thanks Patrick
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Hi Gary Oh Lordy, lord, lord! I just caught up with your boat, Gary. She’s just glorious. A stunning example of skill, craftsmanship, weathering and atmosphere. All the best! Cheers Patrick
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HMCSS Victoria 1855 by BANYAN - 1:72
Omega1234 replied to BANYAN's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1851 - 1900
Hi Pat Damn! Your boat’s coming along beautifully and all the effort that you’re putting into each individual part is going to pay handsome dividends when it’s all finished. A case in particular is the round skylights that are simply glorious to look at. A true model of precision in their own right. Stay safe and healthy. Cheers Patrick- 1,013 replies
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Hi Keith Before I shower you with the praise that you most definitely DESERVE...there’s a conversation that’s going on in my head. It goes something like this: ”Me: Keith...if I click my fingers twice, is it true that by some form of scientific Magic, that a small sprinkling of your skills and talent are going to rub off on me...???’ Pretty please?’ ”You: Dream on Patrick, dream on”....Hehehe Seriously though, Keith, I’m always in awe of what you do. All the best and stay safe. Cheers Patrick
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Hi Phil It’s always a pleasure to watch your boats coming together and this one is no exception. The Victory is about as complex as they get (I should know as I muddled my way through my own miniature version a few years ago), and I salute you for tackling this model. From what I can see, your boat’s coming along brilliantly. Congrats on getting this far and I look forward to following along. Cheers and stay healthy! Patrick
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Hi folks I managed to take some better photos (well, hopefully anyway) of Sapphire last night. Here goes. Cheers Patrick
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I know, right!!!!! I’ve even heard that I’m going to win the jackpot next week...oh wait...!
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Many thanks, Keith! Yep...I’ve had a long break from MSW due to technical issues earlier on, but hopefully that’s all over now. I’m going to catch up on everyone’s Build Logs over the next few days. I hope you and your family and well and virus-free. Cheers Patrick
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Hi Frank Thanks for your compliments. I hope that your new house will bring you lots of happiness and that you continue to stay well and virus-free! Enjoy your Easter. Cheers Patrick
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Hi Hipex Sadly, Bob left us (deceased) a while ago. A true loss to MSW as he was always helpful and encouraging with his advice. Thanks Patrick
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Hi everyone and a Happy Easter!!! It’s been a while since I’ve updated this Build Log, but Sapphire’s really coming along nicely. Here’s some photos of where things are at so far. All the best and stay healthy! Cheers. Patrick
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Hi Keith Many thanks and welcome back after your Summer break. Yep, I hear what you’re saying about the pot plants, but some of the photos of the real boat shows that they’re there...so, I thought what the heck, let’s chuck some in😊. All the best for the rest of the week. Cheers Patrick
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Thanks Carl. You’re so right and thanks for understanding! I’ve also been feeling really guilty about not keeping up with everyone’s Build Logs; so much so that I kinda kept away from MSW. The guiltier I felt, the more I avoided (classic Catch 22). Boy, have I got a lot of catching up to do! Thanks Phil. I’m glad you like her! All the best. Patrick
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Thanks Brian. Yep...I get what you’re saying about the frothy water in the pool. I used clear silicon for it. I mistakenly thought the silicon would come out nice and level, but instead it didn’t ‘settle’ evenly; hence why it looks uneven. Oh well...we live and learn. Next time, no silicon! Cheers and thanks. Patrick
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Hi folks. ‘Bless me Father, for I have sinned. It’s been at least a couple of months since I last updated this Build Log, or visited anyone else’s Logs. I beg forgiveness!’ Anyhow...Geez, I don’t know how much more pressure Sapphire’s poor Construction Boss can put up with. After all, Sapphire’s impatient owner just keeps loading more and more unreasonable demands upon him. Is this a case of workplace bullying, or what? The boat’s not even half-finished and yet, the owner’s demanding that Sapphire be adorned with deck furniture and shrubbery to give it more ‘life’. So, under sufferance, here’s what the Construction Boss has come up with. Furniture, plants, plants and more plants! Oh, one more thing. The infinity pool at the stern has been filled with water (to test for leaks, of course!). There’s still bucket loads of work, to go, though.... I hope you like this long awaited update. Cheers Patrick
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Hi Michel Many thanks and welcome to my Build Log! I can see that you’re new to MSW and I hope that you’ll be able to continue to follow Sapphire’s journey. Have a great weekend. Cheers. Patrick
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Hi Lawrence-Thanks for looking in. Genesis is pretty much done and dusted. What a challenge she was to build. Sapphire, on the other hand is coming together quicker than I ever thought. It’s quite scary, really, as I keep expecting to come across a major hurdle, or boo boo, but so far, she’s been pretty much trouble free. Fingers crossed, of course. Don’t be feel bad about the time your ship’s taken so far. Dealing with your son’s recovery is far more important and I dare say, you and your Admiral still have a lot to deal with. No hurry for your ship. All in good time, though. Hi Dave Mmmm, leather upholstery? Now, there’s a thought😊! Thanks for the compliments, though. You’re absolutely right about how Sapphire’s lines are beginning to show through now. She’s certainly an unusual looking boat, although not as radical and space-ship like as Genesis is, but enough to stand out from the crowd. Have a great weekend, guys! Cheers. Patrick
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