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    Greg, the layout sure has changed during the past 10 years and to top it off "The Crash" in 2013 when we lost everything. With that being said, I also like to Welcome you back and enjoy your time with us.
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    1, I simply used some hairspray of my wife's. Does the same job and was way cheaper, if is better? I don't know but still after three years it's holding up. This is just to keep the "ink" from smearing. 2, I personally used diluted wood glue, yes the frieze curled up a little bit because of the extra water, but after sitting a little while I applied it to the hull and it was stuck. I am aware there are many other methods of doing this, and you will get more information. Looking good though.
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    Olha, Aren't you a little concerned about the balance of the finished ship once everything is attached? Specially using one single pedestal. Besides that your Glad Tidings looks really nice.
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    As for the VAT which is included in many European prices, VAT will be deducted on items ordered from Europe when shipped to the US. So far I haven't had any VAT on my orders.
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    DevilDog36, I don't know if you have been lurking around in various areas of MSW. If you haven't spend some time to familiarize yourself with our layout. Create a build log, both for yourself but also for us. It will be helpful if getting stuck. Take pictures for your log, it will also be helpful. Thermopylea t the 1:144 scale is small and will be full of challenges for you. Just take your time, this is not a racing game. Go to this link where tools are discussed. Ps. If you like to, please provide us with your first name.
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    Wormwood, I like to Welcome you to MSW. I have heard similar stories regarding lots of small freight from China, not only small but large packages getting damage and no one will step up to rectify the losses. Instead they are asking for more money instead of just shipping out a new batch, this applies to electronics as well. I guess this has something with the trade war between US/Europe and China. But now their aim is also towards end customers. Hope your situation will work out, and that your CC company will step up as well.
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    Jaager, thank you for the input. It's highly appreciated.
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    Pwog, First of all even though this is in the wrong section I would to extend a warm . It would be helpful for all of us if you would like to provide us with your first name. Now as for this Bluenose, yes you are absolutely right. This is a stunning job! But don't get intimidated, some of us don't have the tools to create this Bluenose.
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    I wrote an email to Byrnes Machines, and had an answer regarding the motors in less than then minutes. The motors are not able to change for variable speed, this as they are capacitor start motors. I talked to my friend who has the sander and saw, he also said "Go for the saw". Which gives me a great idea. I buy the saw since it's more expensive with some accessories and put the sander on the christmas tree list. This way I will have both and less growling about a more expensive christmas gift.
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    Richard, I just got back to my Bluenose, and I have to say.... the detailing of yours is outstanding, and I know I won't even close to yours when mine is done. However, you are an inspiration to all of us. There is always something to learn from others. Thank you
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    Jaager, I bought the thickness sander used (very little) for a very low sum only two digit and below 50. And a Proxxon table saw I got for free, but not as accurate as Byrnes. A friend has one.
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    I search with a spotlight though all posting regarding Byrnes machines to see if this question had risen before. I have the thickness sander that I use occasionally, I also have a Proxxon table saw (model older, but with variable speed). I like to invest in both at the same time but the account won't allow it, nor the Admiral. Which one to buy first? To me it seems that the saw is more mentioned in this area than the sander. Just curious as I almost have answered my own question.
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    This tiny model at 1/350 scale was a pleasant challenge but now finished. It was a long time since I built a plastic model, quite different but I still remember the flaws from plastic modelling in the 70's. Now it's done and cleanup of shop is done as well. Time for next project.
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    I like to get a skiff like that, not as a model but real one.
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    Tom, , As a matter of fact, I would love to see more of modern ships in here. Classic wood kits such as Victory and Constitution are still popular. I have some modern ships I like to build. But those are going to be from plans and scratch. Start a build log and I will follow along.
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    John, Great starter kit, many times the solid hulls are a great way to get a finished product before you starting running out of steam. Start a build log.
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    Chuck L, Warm . Glad to see another person who built a Tippecanoe yacht. I have the T37, which has been sailed a lot. Have visit Will Lesh and seen his workshop. It's huge! His daughter has become a professional competition sailor.
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    Hank, I take it you are in full speed in order to get the "yard" open for business. Looks little to clean, so it's time to get some sawdust to build up.😉
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    Lego bricks are also very useful to get squared and plumbed bulkhead towards the false keel, or use balsablock inserted which will help as well. Look into my start of Syren. Minimum of 10 to 20 minutes for soaking, use as warm water as possible that your fingers/hand can handle.
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    That's a bold move, cutting your ship! Nice job with it though. I just thought about it, with the bottom part you can create another model showing of the details inside the hull. This way you have two models from one!
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    Ben This is great, the third lurker becoming a member - We are happy to see you took the step joining us. Having Ages of Sail so close can be dangerous....😇, hope your account is in good standing. Anyway, the choice of Fifie is excellent. She is beautiful and should be simple yet complex to give you the knowledge to build Amati's Victory. Here's another current build log to help you.
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    You are off! Nice start. Question: When you glued the bulkheads in place did you use a square, in order to them all angled correctly? It will help in the long run. Now the planking you are about to do, make sure to soak them. They look fragile and it won't take much to break them. Soak them put in place but don't glue, they will take shape and will spring back a little once dried. Make sure they are completely dried before removing them from the hull-skeleton. Before any planking. Put a plank over three - four bulkheads don't bend to much. Take a look how they are touching the bulkheads. The planks need to have as good as 100% contact surface. Fairing the bulkheads are essential. Looking forward to your next step.
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    Glenn, that's amazing! Mr. Watton has done a terrific job of creating another grand model.
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    Will the diagram for the rigging you illustrated be included in the manual? If so, you will be the first I have seen doing a great job of directing where lines are supposed to be going. Beautiful cad-job, unfortunate I like to live a little longer, so buying another kit is not healthy for me. My Admiral, is wondering about the other ships waiting to be launched.
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    Joe, during what years did you work for Raytheon? I have worked for Decca Navigator & Radar, which later became Racal-Decca and even later just Racal, that was in Sweden.

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