Chuckaug Posted December 9, 2015 #1 Posted December 9, 2015 What is the best way to create gunports? I have been reading the practicum for Syren which suggests cutting the planking to size and shape in order to create the gunports. On the other hand, many of the build logs (for the Syren and other models) have described the technique of planking over the gunports and then cutting the opening. Just wondering whether there is a consensus. What have others found to be the pros and cons of each technique. Thanks Chuck mtaylor, thibaultron and Canute 3 Quote
mtaylor Posted December 9, 2015 #2 Posted December 9, 2015 Chuck, Like a lot of other things, you'll have to find out what works for you as there's usually more than one way to get to same goal. I've done it both ways and depending on the ship, framing, etc. I make my choice. For a POB, I plank the whole thing and then cut. For POF, I do it in bits and pieces and trim it up. Others will have their methods.... toms10, Canute, thibaultron and 1 other 4 Quote Mark "The shipwright is slow, but the wood is patient." - me Current Build: Past Builds: La Belle Poule 1765 - French Frigate from ANCRE plans - ON HOLD Triton Cross-Section NRG Hallf Hull Planking Kit HMS Sphinx 1775 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Non-Ship Model: On hold, maybe forever: CH-53 Sikorsky - 1:48 - Revell - Completed Licorne - 1755 from Hahn Plans (Scratch) Version 2.0 (Abandoned)
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