USS Constitution by mtbediz - 1:76

[mtbediz]

I started on the mainmast and started adding the shroud lines that I made. I started on the forward starboard side and worked side to side adding a pair at a time.

To ensure equal spacing between the upper and lower deadeyes, I use a jig. I secure the upper deadeyes onto a wooden board with a pair of nails set at the same height, and then I attach the shrouds to the deadeyes. After that, I remove the deadeyes from the jig and complete the remaining three knots outside. Once the knots are finished, I pass the shroud back over the mast and connect the upper and lower deadeyes using the lanyard.

[GGibson]

Excellent work, Mustafa!  Nice use of the jig.  What is the distance between upper and lower deadeyes that you were achieving? 

[mtbediz]

7 hours ago, GGibson said:

Excellent work, Mustafa!  Nice use of the jig.  What is the distance between upper and lower deadeyes that you were achieving? 

Thanks, Greg. As you know, I’m working on modeling the Constitution as she appears after the 2015 restoration, so I'm not sticking to any specific plan. Online images of the Constitution show the upper deadeyes slightly above the main rail. That's what I'm trying to achieve.