Ulises Victoria Posted September 16, 2013 #1 Posted September 16, 2013 Hello all. While placing the deadeyes on my Vasa's shrouds, I noticed that somehow (don't ask me how) I came up short with (4) 5mm deadeyes. That wouldn't be normally a problem as I could easily borrow them from the 4 unbuilt kits I have in my stash, but these were Jerzy's deadeyes from JBModel's site. Now this wouldn't be a problem either as I could order some from him and I'm sure I would get them by the time I finish with the rest of them, but Jerzy seems to be out of business now. Chuck doesn't make deadeyes, and the other possible site (http://clasicmodel.com/shop/index.php?route=common/home) has no deadeyes at the moment. So my last resort is asking here if someone has (4) 5mm deadeyes from JBModels that can spare. I'm willing to pay whatever you ask for them. (PayPal would be great) I could use some of the "regular" deadeyes instead and they may be completely unnoticeable to the untrained eye, but since I "know" they are there and I know they look different, I rather not. Please PM me if you think you can help me. (BTW I have a shipping address in Texas) Thanks in advance. Quote There aren't but two options: do it FAST, or do it RIGHT. Current Project Build Log: Soleil Royal in 1/72. Kit by Artesania Latina. Last finished projects: Royal Ship Vasa 1628; French Vessel Royal Louis 1780. 1/90 Scale by Mamoli. 120 Cannons Future projects already in my stash: Panart: San Felipe 1/75; OcCre: Santísima Trinidad 1/90; Wish List: 1/64 Amati Victory, HMS Enterprise in 1/48 by CAF models. So much to build, so little time!
Chuck Posted September 16, 2013 #2 Posted September 16, 2013 Try this site....Its the same blocks and deadeyes as Jerzy. By the way....Jerzy's site is now back up but nothing is in stock...maybe someone bought him out??? http://www.shipmodels.com.ua/eng/accessories/index.htm Chuck Quote Chuck Passaro - MSW Admin Sloop Speedwell - POF scratch Block Island Boat - POF scratch HMS Winchelsea - POB scratch build HM Cutter Cheerful - POB scratch build Royal Barge - POF scratch Medway Longboat- POF Scratch SYREN SHIP MODEL COMPANY
twintrow Posted September 17, 2013 #3 Posted September 17, 2013 (edited) Ulises Sent you a pm. Be glad to send you some. Tom Edited September 17, 2013 by twintrow Quote
Ulises Victoria Posted September 17, 2013 Author #4 Posted September 17, 2013 PM answered, Tom. I am really grateful. Quote There aren't but two options: do it FAST, or do it RIGHT. Current Project Build Log: Soleil Royal in 1/72. Kit by Artesania Latina. Last finished projects: Royal Ship Vasa 1628; French Vessel Royal Louis 1780. 1/90 Scale by Mamoli. 120 Cannons Future projects already in my stash: Panart: San Felipe 1/75; OcCre: Santísima Trinidad 1/90; Wish List: 1/64 Amati Victory, HMS Enterprise in 1/48 by CAF models. So much to build, so little time!
Martin W Posted September 25, 2013 #5 Posted September 25, 2013 This raises a big question for me . . . and possibly answers one. The deadeyes in my kit aren't very good, in that the holes aren't placed consistently, and sometimes all three of them come close to being on a single line. So has anyone actually dealt with the Ship Models site who would vouch for them? Is that now the only place to get consistently good deadeyes? Has anyone made their own? cheers, Martin Quote Current Build: HMS FLY 1776 Previous Builds: Rattlesnake 1781 Prince de Neufchatel
twintrow Posted September 25, 2013 #6 Posted September 25, 2013 Martin: Model Expo usually has good dead eyes, various sizes. And if you get some you don't like they are more than willing to exchange them for better ones. Often they are on sale too. When I buy them I try and buy the bulk lots....better bargain. Tom Quote
Martin W Posted September 27, 2013 #7 Posted September 27, 2013 Thanks for that Tom. I did order some from another source, and the brand is Model Shipways. They're ok, but nothing compared to those in Ullises' photos. I'll order some from ME just for comparison. Cheers, Martin Quote Current Build: HMS FLY 1776 Previous Builds: Rattlesnake 1781 Prince de Neufchatel
Ulises Victoria Posted October 2, 2013 Author #8 Posted October 2, 2013 Unfortunately neither Chuck http://www.syrenshipmodelcompany.com/ nor Classic Model http://clasicmodel.com/shop/index.php?route=common/home have deadeyes in their stock. I checked the deadeyes in my Mamoli Royal Louis (most likely my next project) and they actually look so good that I don't see the need to replace them. The blocks on the other hand, are awful. Anyway I'd like to see those deadeyes from ME if someone gets them. Quote There aren't but two options: do it FAST, or do it RIGHT. Current Project Build Log: Soleil Royal in 1/72. Kit by Artesania Latina. Last finished projects: Royal Ship Vasa 1628; French Vessel Royal Louis 1780. 1/90 Scale by Mamoli. 120 Cannons Future projects already in my stash: Panart: San Felipe 1/75; OcCre: Santísima Trinidad 1/90; Wish List: 1/64 Amati Victory, HMS Enterprise in 1/48 by CAF models. So much to build, so little time!
TBlack Posted October 3, 2013 #9 Posted October 3, 2013 I recently bought deadeyes from CornwallModelsBoats.com in England. They don't make them, but they have a large supply. The shipping took just a week to get here. Tom Quote
Martin W Posted October 8, 2013 #10 Posted October 8, 2013 Hi Ulises -- Here are the deadeyes I got -- they're not from ME, but they are Model Shipways, which is the same brand I believe that ME distributes. These are 5/32" walnut. They don't look as nice as those in your photo, but that could have something to do with size. Anyway, I hope the picture helps you choose. Cheers, Martin Quote Current Build: HMS FLY 1776 Previous Builds: Rattlesnake 1781 Prince de Neufchatel
Ulises Victoria Posted October 8, 2013 Author #11 Posted October 8, 2013 Thank you very much Martin. Indeed, Jerzy's, which were what I was looking for, are more flat and the holes are placed more far apart. Anyway, this morning I finished placing all deadeyes in my Vasa. Had to mix a few of the "regular" ones, but I hope it will go unnoticed These yours look nice, though. Quote There aren't but two options: do it FAST, or do it RIGHT. Current Project Build Log: Soleil Royal in 1/72. Kit by Artesania Latina. Last finished projects: Royal Ship Vasa 1628; French Vessel Royal Louis 1780. 1/90 Scale by Mamoli. 120 Cannons Future projects already in my stash: Panart: San Felipe 1/75; OcCre: Santísima Trinidad 1/90; Wish List: 1/64 Amati Victory, HMS Enterprise in 1/48 by CAF models. So much to build, so little time!
Martin W Posted November 5, 2013 #12 Posted November 5, 2013 Hi Ulises -- I just thought you'd be interested in this. Keith Jewell of Modelling Timbers sent me a photo of the deadeyes he sells. Unfortunately for me, his smallest size is 6 mm, but I thought these might work for you. Cheers, Martin Quote Current Build: HMS FLY 1776 Previous Builds: Rattlesnake 1781 Prince de Neufchatel
rlb Posted November 5, 2013 #13 Posted November 5, 2013 These can be made by hand, whether you need just the few you might be short, or want to upgrade a whole ships worth. Here's a batch I made, 5mm and 4mm--, Check my Oneida log, how-to begins at post #153 page 11. The brass jig I used can also be made of wood (as Russ does) if you don't have the brass or soldering skills. Ron Quote Building: US Brig Oneida (1809) HMS Euryalus (1803) Completed: John Alden Sloop
sudomekh Posted November 28, 2013 #14 Posted November 28, 2013 You are very right. Better to do it yourself ... I made a simple device for this use as a saw ... Cutter almost ... you can do from 2-3 mm mtaylor and Martin W 2 Quote
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