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Dave, you a master of miniature details!I decided to build the elm tree pumps out of boxwood. A milled the wood to an octagon shape and cut the pumps to length. The supports and spouts were glued on and the handles were installed. Last came the metal work. I drilled out the tops of the pump body and painted the insides black to simulate hollowed out logs. Same with the spigots. I added reinforcing bands.
I will when I have them. This log was from 2015!Dear Doc
Every once in a while I get to see your amazing creations, well done.![]()
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Is it possible to request more photos documenting the process until you achieve your amazing and beautiful result please?
Aw!!! - What a shame! - But this is what I like about building ships, the fun in doing little 'enhancements' that might not even be seen, but YOU know they are there.Thanks, guys!
Naw, Ted, LOL! But it is a real compass rose that I found in a clipart collection. I used a piece of brass tubing with a wood dowel glued inside. I reduced the size of the compass rose to fit and glued it down Then I filled the space above the rose with WeldBond and let it dry crystal clear to simulate glass. Seems like a lot of work for a part that can barely be seen, but it was fun!