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Alan Thanks for your comments on the occre work station. Thought it looked really good when I saw it on cmb but nothing like getting a first hand recommendation from someone using a product. That is one for my Christmas list  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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Alan Thanks for your comments on the occre work station. Thought it looked really good when I saw it on cmb but nothing like getting a first hand recommendation from someone using a product. That is one for my Christmas list 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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birdaj2 wrote:Alan Thanks for your comments on the occre work station. Thought it looked really good when I saw it on cmb but nothing like getting a first hand recommendation from someone using a product. That is one for my Christmas list Hi Tony, if you're looking to get the work station then you may like this link to Andy's (ARPurchase) excellent build diary of this item.... Shows its contruction and what to expect for your hard earned cash.....  http://forum.model-space...aspx?g=posts&t=8873
Regards Alan
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delboy271155 wrote:Hi Alan, If I may say, the last two pictures in post 2870, show just what a really stunning build this is. Keep it coming, loving it.  Regards delboy271155 (Derek) Thanks Derek, your kind comments are very much appreciated.... . Really getting into the detailed work now and still over 6 months to go yet before near completion.... Looking forward to seeing your build get going again, hopefully soon.... Regards Alan
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Hi Alan, It's so inspirational following your build. Keep up the good work. Kind regards, Garth "Measure twice, cut once!!!"
Finished!!! HMS Victory,
Current build: Black Pearl.
On hold: Bismarck, Golden Hind, Flying Scotsman, Victory Cross Section, SOTS, Tiger 1.
Wish list: USS Constitution.
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Garth wrote:Hi Alan,
It's so inspirational following your build. Keep up the good work.
Kind regards,
Garth Thanks Garth, if my build inspires you and gives ideas for your own build then I am delighted..... .. Thanks again.... Regards Alan
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Well finding I am breaking the build sequence up a little... Anchors are presently being worked on but decided to try doing some of the detailed paint work on some of the ornamentation from issue 108.... .. Talk about small pieces.... felt like I needed binoculars rather than optivisors but am quite pleased with the results.... All needs a coat of Klear Cote for protection..... Happy building all.... Regards Alan Gandale attached the following image(s):
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Hi Gandale I'm just in the middle of attaching the angles on my jig.. any chance you could oblige me by letting me know the thickness of the false keel on the SOtS? (I haven't got the 1st issue yet) looks like you have the full length jig as well by your pics! I just used an MDF shelf 800mm long.. now it looks like i'll need to add the other shelf extra offcut using dowels to attach to the correct 1100mm size... Cheers! David. Promise too much ...and many will be in search of you!
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captain bligh wrote:Hi Gandale I'm just in the middle of attaching the angles on my jig.. any chance you could oblige me by letting me know the thickness of the false keel on the SOtS? (I haven't got the 1st issue yet) looks like you have the full length jig as well by your pics! I just used an MDF shelf 800mm long.. now it looks like i'll need to add the other shelf extra offcut using dowels to attach to the correct 1100mm size... Cheers! David. Hi David, to be honest I cannot remember or check the thickness of the false keel but 4mm seems to stick in my mind for some reason but cannot be certain... I wouldn't wait until you have the first issue before fitting any of your angles to the jig as you need to ensure the brackets sit between the ribs, fitting now and you may find you will have to move some of them later as the rest of the keel arrives.... As for my jig, my shelf was 1m long by 23cm wide and 20mm thick and I still had room to spare both at the stern and bow.... Think you would get away with a shelf of 800mm long. Hope this helps.... Regards Alan
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Finished painting the ornamentation on issue 108.... will attach tomorrow.... Now about to start working on the gun port lids..... Happy building all... Regards Alan Gandale attached the following image(s):
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Well done Alan! All those words of praise you gave me on my Vic's decoration and then yours turn out just as nice! It's quite relaxing once you get into them (and no sawdust either!) Brilliant job. Robin First wooden ship: The Grimsby 12 Gun 'Frigate' by Constructo Second: Bounty DelPrado Part Works Third: HMS Victory DelPrado Part Works 1/100 scale Diorama of the Battle of the Brandywine from the American Revolutionary War Diorama of the Battle of New Falkland (unfinished sci-fi), Great War Centenary Diorama of the Messines Ridge Assault Index for the Victory diary is on page 1
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Plymouth57 wrote:Well done Alan! All those words of praise you gave me on my Vic's decoration and then yours turn out just as nice! It's quite relaxing once you get into them (and no sawdust either!) Brilliant job. Robin Thanks for the very kind words of praise Robin, think I still have a long way to go to reach your standards though but am working on it..... Wanted to take a little break from doing the anchors so thought I'd relax with a little painting job and will say I'm pleased with the results.... Looking forward to seeing these fitted to the hull though so will probably do that next..... .. Don't miss the sawdust.... .. Thanks again Regards Alan
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Ornamentation supplied with issue 108 now fitted to the stern.... Now working on some gun port lids.. will post again soon.... .. Happy building all.. Regards Alan Gandale attached the following image(s):
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Absolutely stunning Alan! this must be a really enjoyable part of the build.
Regards
Greg
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Another great update Alan, those ornaments look great. What paint are you using?
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Greg B wrote:Absolutely stunning Alan! this must be a really enjoyable part of the build.
Regards
Greg Thanks for the kind comments Greg, appreciate you looking in on my build.... To be honest, I have loved every part of this build, it has been challenging along the way but with the help available on this forum those challenges have been overcome..... .. Thanks again and I hope my diary will help you along the way with your own build.... Regards Alan
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davetwin wrote:Another great update Alan, those ornaments look great. What paint are you using? Hi Dave, appreciate the kind comments.... Paints being used are primarily those acrylic paints supplied by CMB apart from the Gold and silver which is Pentart Antic metallic gold and silver, plus a humbrol enamel red... The gold is not the easiest to use and has to be applied in very thin layers but I think it does give a great metallic look... thanks again Regards Alan
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Alan wow  that looks absolutely brilliant. Really like your extra paint detailing on the ornamentation looks stunning. 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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birdaj2 wrote:Alan wow that looks absolutely brilliant. Really like your extra paint detailing on the ornamentation looks stunning. Thanks Tony, grateful for your kind comments... Painting the detail was a break from the norm and a little theraputic, enjoyed it immensely and plenty more to do yet in the painting department..... .. Thanks again.. Regards Alan
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Very nice work Alan she is certainly starting to shine with all that gingerbread on show Current builds:-C57,Zero, Lamborghini Countach, Caldercraft HMS Agamemnon,Robi,R2-D2, MFH Cobra .
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