Brewerpaul Posted January 21, 2022 #1 Posted January 21, 2022 I want to replace the supplied rigging rope from my Pride of Baltimore II with something better looking, but I can't spend a fortune. I used some Syren rope for my Constitution cross section and it was truly first rate so that was the first place I looked. If I calculated correctly, rope to rig my Pride would cost upwards of $50, assuming I bought the same lengths as the cord from the kit*. This is 'way out of my budget. I know, you get what you pay for, etc and I agree, but I have to be somewhat frugal. Anyone know of alternative replacement ropes at a lower price? * The kit comes with 0.008 Black 30 yards 0.021 Black 10 yards 0.008 Manila hemp 50 yards 0.021 Manilla hemp 10 yards Do these lengths sound reasonable or too much? If any of those are 'way too long, I might be able to pare down the list and afford Syren. Keith Black, BenD and mtaylor 3 Quote
Azzoun Posted January 21, 2022 #2 Posted January 21, 2022 Build a ropewalk, get twisting - it's not that difficult. Keith Black, allanyed and mtaylor 3 Quote
allanyed Posted January 21, 2022 #3 Posted January 21, 2022 (edited) Paul, I am with Azzoun. There was a post in the past few days showing a home made rope walk that could help you. Even if it costs a bit to make, you will save in the long run as you can make any size rope you want (most kits relegate you to only a few sizes and many don't even have the correct color, especially including black standing rigging) There are many sizes of cordage on any given ship so the walk will allow you to make as many as your vessel used. Allan Edited January 21, 2022 by allanyed mtaylor 1 Quote PLEASE take 30 SECONDS and sign up for the epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series. Click on http://trafalgar.tv There is no cost other than the 30 seconds of your time. THANK YOU
Gregory Posted January 21, 2022 #4 Posted January 21, 2022 (edited) Lot of rope making info here: Discussions about Rope Making Did you check out Ropes of Scale? Another MSW sponsor. Another sponsor is Crafty Sailor Until you start making your own, stuff like Syren rope is still a bargain at $50. Edited January 21, 2022 by Gregory BenD, mtaylor and allanyed 3 Quote “Indecision may or may not be my problem.” ― Jimmy Buffett Current builds: Rattlesnake On Hold: HMS Resolution ( AKA Ferrett ) In the Gallery: Yacht Mary, Gretel, French Cannon
mtaylor Posted January 21, 2022 #5 Posted January 21, 2022 Chuck does sell a ropewalk which is the same one he uses to make his rope. bogeygolpher 1 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)
Brewerpaul Posted February 7, 2022 Author #6 Posted February 7, 2022 I've looked at lots of rope making info, and I simply don't want to go that route. mtaylor 1 Quote
Gregory Posted February 7, 2022 #7 Posted February 7, 2022 If you don't want to make your own then one of the sources already provided would be the way to go.. mtaylor 1 Quote “Indecision may or may not be my problem.” ― Jimmy Buffett Current builds: Rattlesnake On Hold: HMS Resolution ( AKA Ferrett ) In the Gallery: Yacht Mary, Gretel, French Cannon
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