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My thanks to everyone who looked in and for your comments, appreciated as always....  ... Regards Alan
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Ok, so now its time to bring this build to a close with the conclusion of the final elements, mainly the oars. A fairly long process requiring a number of elements starting with a section of 6mm dowel. One end of the dowel required the cutting of a 2mm slot down the centre to accommodate the paddle, this was achieved by marking out and placing the dowel into a vice. Then using a cutting disc on the dremel slowly cut out the slot and finished off with a fine file. The dowel was then placed into a lathe and the other end shaped, a 2mm hole was then drilled into the centre of the dowel to accommodate a smaller 2mm dowel section. Moved onto the paddle, cutting a section from a 2x10mm strip of walnut. Section was then shaped where it is inserted into the dowel and all edges bevelled, finished off with a fine sand. Paddle was then test fitted into the dowel and the end of the dowel shaped to finish. The top of the oar started from a section of 10x10mm limewood, all edges were then evenly bevelled. Drilled a 4mm hole in one end and inserted a small piece of 4mm dowel, this was then shaped to form the top of the oar handle. 2mm hole was drilled in the other end and a piece of 2mm dowel inserted, this is used to marry up with the shaft of the oar. Once happy all the pieces were then glued together, given a final sand followed by 2 coats of matt clear varnish. Had to make up 16 of these.... Made up the stand from sections of walnut, this had to be a low stand otherwise the oars would be sitting in mid air. Pleased to say this build is now done, have enjoyed it tremendously and although its not one for the novice it is one that experienced builders would enjoy. More pics have been posted in the finished build section. http://forum.model-space...amp;m=260081#post260081
Thanks to all who looked in and for the inspirational comments you provided, it was all very much appreciated. Regards Alan Gandale attached the following image(s):
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Great build, just looked at your finished gallery.  Mark
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I'm lost for words Alan. That is truly an amazing build and your work on those 16 oars is outstanding. A build to be proud of Happy building David
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Absolutely stunning Alan a credit to you. Al
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 Great build and a great result Alan Current builds:-C57,Zero, Lamborghini Countach, Caldercraft HMS Agamemnon,Robi,R2-D2, MFH Cobra .
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Hi great build.looks superb.a real credit to your skills.cheers mick. Builds hms victory, suzuki gsx 1300 R hayabusa, honda C B 750, lamborghini countach L P 500 S, tamiya 1/16 rc full option tiger 1 tank,
built, Mclaren M P 4 - 23. Occre london tram,
Stash.airfix 1/24 mosquito. Diag Virginia schooner, tamiya 1/6 honda 750, tamiya 1/35 famo, tamiya 1/35 flak 88.
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Thanks to everyone for looking in.... Regards Alan
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Hi Alan, Absolutely fabulous build. WELL DONE!!! 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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A wonderful job you have done there Alan! Excellent skills. Well done mate, that is nice model you have there! Regards, Phil W. Completed projects: 1/43 scale Bedford HA van / 1/43 scale MG TD sports car
Current projects: 1/48 scale U-boat [U230]
Future projects: 1/148 scale railway diorama / 1/50 scale R/C Volvo F89 logging truck / 1/148 scale Thunderbirds Fireflash
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Garth, Phil, thanks for the very kind comments, appreciated....
Regards
Alan
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Fantastic build!! Congratulations!Greetings,
Walter
Present builds:
Revell B-24D Liberator 1:48
On the shelf:
Italeri "Fiat Mefistofele", Italeri "Moto Guzzi California", Fokker "Red Baron", Revell Bismarck, Revell Tirpitz, Arab Dow, Stage Coach, .....
Completed builds:
McLaren MP4/4, D-51 Steam Locomotive, HMS Victory, GWH F-15D Eagle, St. Stephen`s Cathedral (cardboard), Solar-powered paddle Steamer (little project with my son), HMS Victory X-section, "Geli" Phantom II (cardboard)
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Thanks Walter, very much appreciate your comments.... Regards Alan
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