Again thanks Jim. I had looked there, but all the Dutch ships barring two are a bit too early for my needs, despite the superb models. I am looking towards Camperdown. It is the only battle where Bligh actually shone.Originally Posted by Nightmoss
Rob.
The Business of the commander-in-chief is first to bring an enemy fleet to battle on the most advantageous terms to himself, (I mean that of laying his ships close on board the enemy, as expeditiously as possible); and secondly to continue them there until the business is decided.
Ah, that would be HMS Director then? Turner may yet get to this particular battle? He was very active on Facebook, but I've not ventured there for over 3 months so it's an unknown where he might be putting future energy on future proje
"It's not the towering sails, but the unseen wind that moves a ship."
–English Proverb
I just recieved this order from Henry
We ended up substituting a Canada class for the Elizabeth class and he threw in an extra Porcupine class (Pandora) hull. There was a little damage in shipping, a few knocked off lanterns and catheads, but pretty good overall considering the delicate detail on these ships.
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Looks a jolly good deal to me Vol. Can't wait to see what you do with them.
Rob.
The Business of the commander-in-chief is first to bring an enemy fleet to battle on the most advantageous terms to himself, (I mean that of laying his ships close on board the enemy, as expeditiously as possible); and secondly to continue them there until the business is decided.
We are now only £167 short of our goal chaps, lets get this over the finishing line. Three more £55 pledges would do it.
Rob.
The Business of the commander-in-chief is first to bring an enemy fleet to battle on the most advantageous terms to himself, (I mean that of laying his ships close on board the enemy, as expeditiously as possible); and secondly to continue them there until the business is decided.
Only £122 to go! This is going down to the wire. All we need is a couple more £55 benefactors and I'll donate the last few squid.
Rob.
The Business of the commander-in-chief is first to bring an enemy fleet to battle on the most advantageous terms to himself, (I mean that of laying his ships close on board the enemy, as expeditiously as possible); and secondly to continue them there until the business is decided.
Nice haul there Vol. How soon will we see finished ship photos?I just recieved this order from Henry
We ended up substituting a Canada class for the Elizabeth class and he threw in an extra Porcupine class (Pandora) hull. There was a little damage in shipping, a few knocked off lanterns and catheads, but pretty good overall considering the delicate detail on these ships.
I wonder if Henry could be enticed into producing some Great Lakes ships for the War of 1812? His focus on 1/700 scale should work pretty well for the smaller ships don't you think?
"It's not the towering sails, but the unseen wind that moves a ship."
–English Proverb
I just asked him Jim, I'll let you know what he says.Nice haul there Vol. How soon will we see finished ship photos?
I wonder if Henry could be enticed into producing some Great Lakes ships for the War of 1812? His focus on 1/700 scale should work pretty well for the smaller ships don't you think?
As for when to expect photos.....
Well ever since I developed this allergy to cyanoacrylate super glue, the joy of ship building has diminished somewhat. I have to where an organic vapor respirator that sort of ruins the fun and spontaneity I once enjoyed. I have tried several other glue products without satisfaction. I will get them done, but it may not be quick.
Oh my gosh, Vol!? That's pretty depressing and sounds very similar to what's happened to Rob? I don't suppose there's anyway you can 'outsource' the gluing parts to someone else? I know you create your own masts, but are you soldering them or is gluing involved there too?I just asked him Jim, I'll let you know what he says.
As for when to expect photos.....
Well ever since I developed this allergy to cyanoacrylate super glue, the joy of ship building has diminished somewhat. I have to where an organic vapor respirator that sort of ruins the fun and spontaneity I once enjoyed. I have tried several other glue products without satisfaction. I will get them done, but it may not be quick.
Thanks for asking Henry about the Great Lakes ships. It's something that has been brought up here several times in the past.
"It's not the towering sails, but the unseen wind that moves a ship."
–English Proverb
Oh yeah, I use glue and thread for the masts, no solder. And I use glue for the ratlines, and the spars, and the sails, and the rigging............
Jim, here is Henry's answer to your Great Lakes question: (screenshot)
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