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  1. alde
    It's sure been a long time since I posted on this build. After my wife had her stroke, it was the last thing on my mind. I'm getting ready to pick it back up. In all this time I've lost some parts and 2 sheets of the plans. The nice folks at Model Expo replacement them with no questions asked. The hull fell off a pretty high shelf and has some damage that needs to be fixed. Since it will need a re-paint I'll take to opportunity to go with the yellow hull. It will be a good model to get my mojo back and get my mind occupied with something positive. I'll start posting regularly as soon as I get it on the bench. I have an Armed Virginia Sloop kit to build next and then Chucks beautiful Cheerful kit. If all goes well I might get started on the Winchelsea next year. I'll have to see if I feel like my skills are up to it. I'm so glad to be in a position to get back at it and be among friends here on the forum. I see we have lost a couple of good people since I was a regular and that really saddens me. They were good people always with a kind word and willingness to help.
  2. alde
    Your Cheerful looks amazing. I really like the darker wood for the hull.
  3. alde
    Very nice so far.
  4. alde
    Your Sherbourne looks great. I'll be ordering this kit tomorrow and look forward to following your build to help me along the way.
  5. alde
    You sure do great work. Your build log will sure be a great reference when I get up enough nerve to build a Syren kit.
  6. alde
    I always cringe when I hear stories of accidents with beautiful models. I'm glad you were able to fix it.
  7. alde
    Wow, your Cheerful looks amazing. I was following your build early on but I had some life changing family issues that took me away from the hobby for a few years. Seeing your works is a real inspiration to get back at it.
  8. alde
    The Lumberyard for Model Shipwrights https://www.dlumberyard.com The Lumberyard for Model Shipwrights Sorry for not getting back to you sooner. I've been away from modeling since I last posted on this thread due to a family emergency.
  9. alde
    That's some fine looking brass work Mick. I would love to clone your shop too.
  10. alde
    Glad to have you here. Don't forget to start a build log when your ready.
  11. alde
    Glad to see you back and happy to be aboard your log. As far as holding the keel there are some great ideas in build logs to borrow. I think simple is better. I know sometimes we try to over think things.
  12. alde
    It's too bad he bugged out. Oh well, maybe he will find what he's looking for somewhere else. Hope he comes back though.
  13. alde
    I have a Veritas mini block plane but I'll keep an eye for one of those luthier plans. It looks like it would be easy to handle for a small tool. Thanks again.
  14. alde
    Thanks Mick. I really appreciate it. Looks like a nice tool.
  15. alde
    Glad to see some progress Mick. Nice work as usual. Oh, can you tell us about that little brass plane? It looks like the perfect tool for model work.
  16. alde
    Counteth me in. Passeth the mead.
  17. alde
    Looks great from here Mark. I know what you mean about having to set the fun stuff aside now and then. It's not always a smooth road.
  18. alde
    She looks absolutely amazing Peter.
  19. alde
    That looks like a great space Tom. The natural light is a big bonus.
  20. alde
    Wow Dowmer. That's a nice looking flag. I love that it has some translucency.
  21. alde
    Agree. It's so nice to be able to mill that perfect plank as needed.
  22. alde
    I'm looking forward to it Steve. You add a lot of value to the form with your skill and humor. And besides you've become what I consider to be a friend.
  23. alde
    Well Steve, whatever you decide to build I'll be looking forward to the log.
  24. alde
    I' sorry to hear your throwing in the towel on the Connie. At least you'll come away from it with more knowledge for the next project.
  25. alde
    So, you cut those boat parts with the Death Star? Very nice.

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