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Joined: 01/04/2014 Posts: 36 Points: 108 Location: Brisbane, Australia
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I received Issues 12-15 the other day. I also received the binder with it. I'm not too sure about the binder. I might go a Ring Binder with pocket sleeves instead. With the Launch, I fitted the keel before I cut the Launch off the jig frame. It is quite delicate. I think I will go ahead now and stain the hull. I'm still not sure what stain I should use, however I have tried Mahogany and Dark Oak. It is a very nice combination. I'm going to look at Teak as well.   Regards, Michael
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Very nice Michael, think you have done a great job on the launch.....  .. Keep the pics coming Regards Alan
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nice neat build,well done. Current builds: SotS, USS Consitution, San Felipe, D51 loco, HMS Surprise, RB7, Arab Dhow, Jotika HMS Victory Completed builds: HMS Pickel, Thermopylae, Mississipi river boat, Mary Rose, Cutty Sark, San Francisco II, HMS Victory x5, Titanic Lifeboat, Panart HMS Victory Launch, Hachette Titanic, Virginia Schooner, Endeavour Longboat. http://www.model-space.com/gb/
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Very nice neat job there..Great work!!   Current Builds: Deagostini HMS Victory: Deagostini HMS Sovereign of the seas. Completed Builds: Del Prado: HMAS Bounty: Hachette: RMS Titanic: Del Prado: Cutty Sark...
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Very neat planking on the launch, well done  Steve
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Hi all, It has been interesting the last few days trying to work out which stain to use on the Launch. The first layer did not take well to that wood. It had no character and looked "sloppy". So I actually painted a thin layer of Walnut colour and then that provided a very nice base to stain with 3 layers of Dark Oak. I'm going to now apply 3 layers of Mahogany as per the build, to give that two toned contrast. I feel that it is turning out quite well. The inside of the launch so far has two coats of burgundy/maroon colour. For the flooring, I looked at the methods and all were very nice. I tweaked it a little. I got tracing paper, and "moulded" it to the edges of the inside of the launch, which when doing so, I used a sharp pencil to mark each edge of the rib. I traced this onto the planks that I had pre-glued together with ribs that strengthened it and then slowly scalpeled it out to shape nicely for the launch. I think I'll do the same flooring with staining it.   Regards, Michael
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I've progressed to placing dowel supports for the next deck. I luckily found thick bamboo chopsticks in the local supermarket and used them. Just in case you may think the deck is not level. It is just the optical "illusion" of the photo that makes it look not level.  Regards, Michael
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Hi Michael. All looking good. The supports will definitely help support 2nd deck. It tends to be flimsy without them so some who didn't use have now said. Yes photos do tend to make things look out of line sometimes. If it is level (Or rather in the slight curve up both ends) to your satisfaction then no problem. Keep up the good work. Regards George Building HMS SOTS
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Hi Guys,
It has been a while since I've been on here. I have not progressed from where I was, so I'm behind in the build process. It's been a busy part of the year and hence the silence on the build. Hopefully, I'll be back on deck and progressing with the build.
It's great to see some more people posting their build.
Michael
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Michael Hope life is treating you well. It is amazing how so many other things get in the way of our hobbies. Hope you manage to get back into your build soon and look forward to seeing more of your handiwork. Happy Modelling
BUILDING: Hachette Spitfire Mk 1A, Constructo Mayflower
SUBSCRIPTION COMPLETE (Awaiting building): USS Constitution, Sovereign of the Seas, 1:200 Bismarck (Hachette)
COMPLETED: Porsche 911, E-Type Jaguar, Lam Countach
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Rank: Amateur Level 1 Groups: Registered
Joined: 01/04/2014 Posts: 36 Points: 108 Location: Brisbane, Australia
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There is some awesome builds going on here. So, well done to everyone and I just love looking at everyone's progress.
We're in the middle of a big move, so again, hence, there has been no progress update.
I can safely say, that everything is ok and safe without any damage, which is a huge relief for sure.
Once the move is done, I will be setting up the office to continue the build which will be the foray into planking (OMG!).
Michael
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Good luck with the move Michael looking forward to seeing more Happy building rgd Martyn Building ?
Completed. Soliei Royal . Sovereign of the Seas . Virginia . Scotland . San Felipe . Corel vasa , Santisima Trinadad X section , Vasa
Next Build ?
When sailors have good wine, They think themselves in heaven for the time. John Baltharpe
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Rank: Amateur Level 1 Groups: Registered
Joined: 01/04/2014 Posts: 36 Points: 108 Location: Brisbane, Australia
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Hi All,
Been a long time beets ren drinks. Currently trying to find a room to start building again. I have most
Of the issues now.
We have moved twice in the last year. It is great to see some incredible worksmanship going on.
It'll definitely give me a lot of tips to use as I start again.
Michael
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Good to see you back with us. Hope to see an update soon. Regards delboy271155 (Derek) COME BACK GUY FAWKES "YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU"
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Look forward to seeing you back working on her again, she's a beautiful ship..... Regards Alan
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Well done mate. Doing a grand job of her. Keep it up. Chris 😎😀 On the bench 1/350 Revell Tirpitz Platinum Edition (Pontos PE and Wooden deck) plus extra Eduard PE set and extra MK1 door sets.
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