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Hi everyone A quick update. As I mentioned earlier, it's essential for me that Shadow's decks are all lined up accurately; failure to do so, will mean that the internal build will suffer. Therefore, I've continued to work on the correct locations of the internal bulkeads, staircases, deck heights etc, starting from the Bilge Deck and working upwards. I've also started to build the Upper Deck's superstructure (that's the green cardboard thingy that's sitting atop Shadow's hull in one of the photos. Still loads more to go, folks! Enjoy the remainder of your weekends! Cheers Patrick
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Hi Nils - Busy as a bee is true. But compared to your KWDG, Shadow is only marginally more complex than one of your ship's lifeboats! On the other hand, the apple was very tasty, I must admit! Hi Bob - Thanks and even I'm surprised at how quickly I'm galloping ahead with Shadow's construction. Much faster than I expected, that's for sure. Thanks Carl - you and me both! Stay tuned for the next update... Hi Frank - Many thanks and gratefully appreciated. If truth be told, I don't know if 'masterpiece' is the right word, but I'll be happy if it at least looks passable and bears some resemblance to the real ship (Mary Jean II). Here's hoping...! Hi Lawrence - Thanks for your compliments and great to have you onboard Grab a seat and enjoy the ride! Cheers Patrick
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HI Nils Wow, is all I can say. Damn, they're gonna look nice on your KWDG! Cheers Patrick
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Hi John Many thanks - I've loved building Majellan. Whilst she's far from perfect, the experience that I've gained from building a modern multi-decked ship (as opposed to my multi-decked sailing ships such as Victory, Lennox, Pandora, etc, has been invaluable and will put me in good stead when building my next model, Shadow. All the best! Cheers Patrick
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HI Brian - you took the words right out of my mouth, because your idea about the tenders was exactly what I was thinking of doing!!! Great minds must think alike, hey? Thanks once again! Hi Denis - Thanks - my intention is to try to put as much detail as I possibly can; so hopefully I won't disappoint! The engines are going to be a bit of a bugger to do, because they're so tiny that I can't really put a lot of detail into them. Where's Igor and Piet when you need'em???? Hi John - thanks! Yep, tiny is 'fun' for me. It's the challenge of building at this scale that I enjoy. I'm glad that you can follow along! All the best, everyone! Cheers Patrick
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Hi Frank Well, the wait was worth it, because you haven't disappointed us with this update. Beautiful work, as always. Once again, I'm struck by your attention to detail, your slavish commitment to symmetry and uniformity (as witnessed by the accuracy of the pre-drilled holes for the treenails) and the fact that you've kept the original width of the planks to give a textured look to the hull. Marvellous stuff! Cheers Patrick
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HI everyone! Thanks for all of your comments and Likes. Much appreciated! Well, I've started on the basic layout of Shadow's Engine Room and other associated areas of her Bilge Deck. In addition, I also bit the bullet and cut out the two large garage doors (situated at the port and starboard side of the ship's hull). These garage doors are where Shadow's two large ship's tenders are berthed when underway. I know it all looks very rough at this stage, but, it's still very early in Shadow's build. Lots more to go. Oh well, gotta start somewhere, don't we? Have a great one! Cheers Patrick
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Hi Bob My word what a nice job you're doing. She really looks the part and I'm loving all the many fine details that you've added to her. You must be pretty proud of her. Cheers Patrick
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Hi Frank Thanks! I'm looking forward to seeing your next update; especially with the planking underway. All the best! Patrick
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I hear ya, Nenad, I hear ya! Unfortunately, there's seldom much logic in this world; especially when it comes to those who have loads of money. Like the saying goes..."Aah, but are they happy"? Who knows? Anyhow, I think we're happier for not having to pay the insurance on a 200 foot boat . Have a great week and enjoy it. Cheers patrick
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Hi Nenad Now, that's a big boat. But..."Another world, another life"...yep, I can relate to that! Oh well, one can only dream, can't we? I just want to win Lotto. Have a great week. Cheers Patrick
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Hi Vaddoc Thanks for the vote of confidence about the gold. I'm still not totally sold on it because I think it's too dull, i.e. it doesn't have the high gloss effect that's reminiscent of these mega yacht hulls. So, I think I'll shop around for a glossier gold paint and see how it goes. With respect to the under the waterline, I was leaning towards a black, which would be a nice contrast. Having said that, I definitely agree that black and gold is a killer combination! I'm also interested to see what your colour combination for your Deben cruiser is going to be. BTW, she's far from an 'ugly duckling' in my eyes. All the best! Patrick
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HI Vaddoc Did I hear you right....40 cms????? Ye Gads, how long is the boat overall???? She must be one big ship! Cheers Patrick
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Hi Glenn No problems about being late to the party because your seat's been reserved ahead of time! Welcome aboard. Cheers Patrick
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Hi Denis I'm loving where your Syborn is heading. It's the details that make it. And...being a trawler, there's no-end to the amount of details that you can add. The more the better, because everything just adds to the overall look and feel of a heavily used work boat. Like everyone else, I'm looking forward to seeing the booms up and running. Knowing you, there'll probably be a net-full of fish at the end of them as well. All the best! Cheers Patrick
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Thanks Denis I hope that things continue to go according to plan. So far, it looks ok...fingers crossed it stays that way. All the best! Cheers Patrick
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Thanks BDGiantman2! I can't wait to get cracking on the bilge deck, either. And, you're right about the engine room being slick and clean. All of the You Tube vids of engine rooms for large mega-yachts that I've seen show that they're absolutely spic and span. You could probably eat off the floor in these rooms; they're that clean. Have a great Weekend! Cheers Patrick
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Hi Mike "Picture Perfect"! What a beautiful sight in the sunshine! Cheers Patrick
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Omega1234 replied to NenadM's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1851 - 1900
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I totally agree, Frank. It's a hard lesson to learn, but what's life without the ability to learn from mistakes. I have to admit though, that if your Dunbrody is far from your best work, then man, I'd hate to see what your perfect work is going to be. As far as I can see now, she's pretty close to perfection now! BTW - are you back from your vacation, yet? If not, enjoy the rest of it! Cheers and all the best Patrick
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Hehe! Thanks Carl...Trust me....if I stuff up the Bilge Deck, I can assure you, it'll really STINK for sure.... !!!!
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Hi Glenn Great to see you're back! Utterly amazing what you're doing; that's all I can say! Cheers Patrick
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