Hi Lads.

I am coming near the end of planking the lower hull and my mind is getting carried away..no harm I guess. I am trying to decide how i want the finished hull to look after the second planking. I realy believe this is very important to the finished project. There are some amazing jobs on here especialy Nigels !!! That guy is a serious talent. Anyway I really like the timber finish and I notice some of you guys used different timber for the outer planking with some amazing results.I will be using the timber supplied and want to know can I get the desired caulking with the black marker effect with this timber and also can it be sanded and what type of stain can i use on it. I really like the light timber effect that nigel has. I also intend to spend the winter nights tree nailing it. How does that go ? drill hole insert cocktail stick cut off and stain ? Any advise here would be fantastic. Sorry if i ask alot but I really need to get this in my head so I know what I am moving towards. Thanks folks.

Cheers Nigel

Thanks for the advice. I think I will go the filler method that you have used. It seems to have the desired effect without as much work. I will read up on your diary to see how it is done. Did you use the black marker for caulking and then varnish over the whole thing. Fantastic effect. I know every model on here is unique to that person and they all look superb I just feel that the outer hull finish on yours is something I would love for mine.

Thanks Nigel..will be giving that a go.