themadchemist

I have no clue,...but I would think serving the shrouds at the mast would be easier with less in the way. but thats a guess as I've never rigged a ship yet. Robbyn should know, or Garward for sure. It seems I read something in Andy's log (realworkingsailor) about rigging the lower masts before adding the uppers, but I could be remembering wrong.

I really like your cannon rigging, outstanding Job

When in question, your asking yourselve for permission. Only you know, permission for what?

Just remember, it isn't a race and the last one done IS NOT a rotten egg. The longer it takes, the more economical the hobby is also. Unless you spend extra on wood, but I can justify that as this is MY hobby and ALL my excuses are OK. So are YOURS. Do what you feel.

In the infamous word's of that great statesman Jimney Cricket -  ....and always let your conscience be your guide....

I believe creativity is something we all have. Some people just have a hard time giving themselves the option or permission of going out on a limb.

For me, I'm typically sitting on the limb I'm cutting. Tree trimming and flying lessons all in one. As you grow in this hobby, or any for that matter, you too will find your creative self, embrace it and allow your wildest imaginations to take control. Instructions are guidelines, For all you touch and all you see is all your life will ever be....

BTW, Nice job on her so far. Gun rigging looks good.

seriously, wood or metal? dont make me break out the double dog dare again....

you really have my interest sparked on that book. I've not added to my library as yet as I'm torn between wood and books. but as a bookoholic I will soon need to start working on a library.

Interesting link I found searching for the book

http://www.shipmodelersassociation.org/research/Masting_and_Rigging____the_whole_nine_yards__David_Antscherl__WSMC_E_2011.pdf?id_sma=0331SMA364077

Moving into a rental - OUCH - that means 2 moves. Its best to take your time and find the right place though. Ive seen too many rush and end up with a house they didnt really want. One of the Dr's at Tammys clinic bought within a week of moving and bought a place they hated.

Plus its very much a buyers market right now. Good luck with the moves, they can be super stressful. Packing also forces you to admit to all the stuff you've accumulated. Thats why I wouldn't move, too much packratting to deal with for me.

make sure the new place has a HUGE modeling room

Oh, one other thing. Pardon my lack of the slang from Oz, is "chuffed" good or bad? Thats a new one for me. I actually have a Slang from down under book that a friend from QLD sent me, but I have no clue where I shelved it ATM.

Moving along nicely, Isn't it amazing how the little boats can consume so much time. It really worth it to have them OCD'd though. Great work!

Hey Floyd

Bet you didn't know there's a great band with your first name  I'm finally getting caught up on my log reading. Congrats on the house sale. I don't know about out there, but in the mid-west the housing market is dead. Good luck with the move, I've vowed never to move again.

Nice plans on your Harv... um Caroline. I love to see a good bashing. One question I have on the bulwarks. You stated you scrapped the plywood and I did also on my swift (what crappola), anyway, I went with basswood rather then balsa. Was there a specific reason for balsa rather then basswood? Balsa just seems soft to me, but I'm new so I ask lots of questions. I found the solid basswood sheet cut easily and formed very well and was plenty ridgid without the second planking. I'll never not make my own bulwarks on any kit I build, if ply is provided. (Thanks to Capt Harv for that change)

I was also going to recommend the Syren Binnacle but I see you already decided on that. I'm wanting to incorporate the Syren's Wheel and binnacle into my swift if possible.

She's looking good, and the backorder on wood should arrive just in time to have the move over with.

Persistance and determination are the 2 most important talants one can possess, and you have lots of both. They will make you more successful then many other talents and allow a higher completion then average.

As a techer I always preferred a B student with persistance to an A student without. Too many individuals are good at things because to only do what they are good at.

hand serving doesn't seem hard, just mind numbingly slow, but what about this hobby isn't slow..

Hum, I wonder where that Idea could of popped in your head,

If the red orche windows start to sprout cannon.....

personally, I'd think on a gun ship that the more wood between you and the enemy, the best. From my limited reading, it appears more sailors died of wood splinters and infection then the actual shot its self.

Plus the finished inner bulwarks look better.

more nice rigging, Looks like you may finish AmericA before the ski's for the Phylly C. Keep up the Great work.

The pencil is usually put on the plank edge prior to gluing I believe. I didn't bother because I striped the wood planking on my swift. There are many ways to simulate the caulking and treenails also. Its always best to test things though....or even better have someone else test them

IIRC it was on the old MSW1 forum where someone used paper to simulate the caulk and blackened the paper with sharpie marker. During the finishing process the sharpie bled into the wood, the only certainty is uncertainty. but if it were easy everyone would be doing it. The important part is Have Fun!

Nice job on the decking.

One can never have to many patios or decks. Great job.

Seems I read somewhere that beeswax is best if heated after applying. IIRC it was with a hair dryer or some such device, which helped melt the wax into the roping fibre. Of course this is from memory of something I've read, so dont hold me to it. Andy's method looks great, but again that could be related to how it started life, with or without fuzzies.

When in doubt, try everything and use what works best for your application. I've seen some pretty amazing things used in unexpected ways. For instance Dubz (Dirk), wax treenails. check post #19 out http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/75-hmc-sherbourne-by-dubz-pimp-my-sherbourne/page-2

Wow, nice and tidy.....if they only stayed that way. Of course that would mean no more building, so I take it back. May your work area need a cleaning again soon.

I agree also, Nice work Andy. and its good to see the Peggy figurehead adorning her place at the stem.

Careful with the Duct tape, Eugene.

True story: One of the teacher at the grade school In the district I worked at Duct taped a students mouth and them to the chair.

It made National news, talk about bad publicity.

There's a NICE patina on the copper on that one.

Beautiful, its good to have models for reference over instruction.

Ive been waiting on updates of the lifeboat Pete..... That a cool little build. I see they went back up to $4.50.

Wow, I'm satisfied. I didn't expect pictures this quick. Nice work Andy! Your moving quickly.

You couldn't use the instructions if you wanted to, as some chains dont even meet at their bottom deadeye in the instructions.

Like the 3 on the left.

Looks like you had to more the whole channel sternward also.