USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76

[JSGerson]

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Since you're past all but the rigging, you're the best person to ask this.  How many of the kit supplied eyebolts did you have left over after construction?  I'm asking because I want to make those hooks used in the carronade tackle out of those eyebolts. 

I know you asked this question to Geoff, but I thought I would throw in my two cents. I've always felt that the eye bolts supplied by Model Shipway were for the most part, too big for the scale of the model. Some years ago I found on eBay, Model Shipway supplied 1/32" brass eyebolts sold in a 1,000 items per bag. A 1/32" eyebolt is about 2.4" scale (1:76.8). I have used just about every one of them. Unfortunately, I could not find that deal again. But I have found from various vendors the 1/32" eyebolts both in brass and copper but sold in smaller units. For me, they are a must have item. I suggest that you have a supply of these as they will be very handy to have.

 

Jon