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[Herman]

A majestic accomplishment, my friend. And now what can be done about the steel wool graying. I have found it doesn't just blow off or wipe off...

Thank you Paul.
I actually like the graying effect. It gives a somewhat weathered look. It would be hard to remove I think. For those who do not like the effect, it is probably advisable not to use steel wool, but to limit themselves to using sandpaper.

 

[dockattner]

Thank you Paul.
I actually like the graying effect. It gives a somewhat weathered look. It would be hard to remove I think. For those who do not like the effect, it is probably advisable not to use steel wool, but to limit themselves to using sandpaper.

Excellent. I'm happy you achieved the look you were hoping for, Herman!

 

[RussF]

Thank you Paul.
I actually like the graying effect. It gives a somewhat weathered look. It would be hard to remove I think. For those who do not like the effect, it is probably advisable not to use steel wool, but to limit themselves to using sandpaper.

You can also use bronze or brass wool which is typically oil free and therefore won't mess with any finishes. Additionally, stray pieces of it that become embedded in the wood will not rust later on.

 

[Peter Voogt]

All wooden nails are inserted, cut down, sanded and the hull has been polished with steel wool.

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That looks really very nice, Herman. A lot of work but it was a good investment.
Regards, Peter

 

[Steef66]

It's a beauty.

 

[MThomas]

All wooden nails are inserted, cut down, sanded and the hull has been polished with steel wool.

Fine job trunneling!

 

[RDN1954]

That's awe inspiring, especially the treatment with the steel wool gives the hull a magnificent look.
(What I do find a tad disappointing though, is the apparent lack of focus on the ship's interior, but I guess that's my bias.)

 

[Tobias]

A majestic accomplishment, my friend. And now what can be done about the steel wool graying. I have found it doesn't just blow off or wipe off...

Hello Paul,
I use stainless steel wool so the wood doesn't turn grey.

 

[Tobias]

Great job, Herrmann.

 

[Herman]

That looks really very nice, Herman. A lot of work but it was a good investment.
Regards, Peter

It's a beauty.

Fine job trunneling!

That's awe inspiring, especially the treatment with the steel wool gives the hull a magnificent look.

Great job, Herrmann.

Thank you my friends and all others who liked this effort. Much appreciated.

 

[Herman]

That's awe inspiring, especially the treatment with the steel wool gives the hull a magnificent look.
(What I do find a tad disappointing though, is the apparent lack of focus on the ship's interior, but I guess that's my bias.)

Please let me explain why the interior is somewhat neglected.
I started this build (my first) after I saw a build log of Dražen Carić and followed his example as the start of that build looked doable for a beginner (he made it look easier than it turned out to be - he is more talented than I am). I liked the build up of the hull, and at that time the decision was made that the gunport lids for the lower gun deck would be closed showing the beautiful line of the hull at its best.
If I would start over again at this time, with more experience now I might try to use the same method but also include the lower gun deck or even a POF build with all of the interior included. But starting my building career with a scratch POF build would likely have led to a disaster and sudden end of the hobby.
So I continue on the path taken, but I hope the deck furnishings and so on will later satisfy some of the needs to show what life on board was like at that time.