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FALKONET LEUDO VINACCERI 1:48
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Nice work Heinrich, it really is coming together
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Hello Everyone
We have really made good progress this last week. First the caprail was placed and then it was time to start with the deck fittings:
Here the platform for the capstan, the first two deck cleats and the "box" around the mast (I have no idea what this called) have already been placed.
All deck fittings completed: these included a further four deck cleats, 4 hooks (which have been blackened) at the four corners of the mast box, the capstan, two hawse holes (not visible), the captain and boatswain's cabin aft, the two loading hatches for the cargo and the hatch for the crew in the bow.
Then a final sanding, my tung oil mixture (30% pure tung oil; 70% mineral turpentine) applied, and now the pictures can do the talking.
Port Side showing off my Chinese PVA glue which I have used in all my builds so far - great stuff!
Starboard Side.
In natural light.
Front deck
Centre Section
Aft Deck
Overall view from the stern
And that is my update for now. The Leudo can now take a well-deserved rest while I wait for the tung oil to dry. This can be anything from a week to two weeks - so for now - it's back to the Dutchman (or maybe ... another surprise ...)
Keep well my friends and love every minute of your builds.
Kind regards - Heinrich
We have really made good progress this last week. First the caprail was placed and then it was time to start with the deck fittings:
Here the platform for the capstan, the first two deck cleats and the "box" around the mast (I have no idea what this called) have already been placed.
All deck fittings completed: these included a further four deck cleats, 4 hooks (which have been blackened) at the four corners of the mast box, the capstan, two hawse holes (not visible), the captain and boatswain's cabin aft, the two loading hatches for the cargo and the hatch for the crew in the bow.
Then a final sanding, my tung oil mixture (30% pure tung oil; 70% mineral turpentine) applied, and now the pictures can do the talking.
Port Side showing off my Chinese PVA glue which I have used in all my builds so far - great stuff!
Starboard Side.
In natural light.
Front deck
Centre Section
Aft Deck
Overall view from the stern
And that is my update for now. The Leudo can now take a well-deserved rest while I wait for the tung oil to dry. This can be anything from a week to two weeks - so for now - it's back to the Dutchman (or maybe ... another surprise ...)
Keep well my friends and love every minute of your builds.
Kind regards - Heinrich
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Heinrich,
What a great build, the oil treatment looks fabulous.
Jan
What a great build, the oil treatment looks fabulous.
Jan
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@Pathfinder65 Thank you Jan. I am happy with how she has turned out so far.
Heinrich,
The oil you use is it similar to Lindseed oil? I’ve seen a lot references to “oils” on the various forum threads but haven’t quite figured out all the different versions.
Jan
The oil you use is it similar to Lindseed oil? I’ve seen a lot references to “oils” on the various forum threads but haven’t quite figured out all the different versions.
Jan
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@Pathfinder65 Good question Jan. I would imagine that all oils are related in some or other way, but the of exact differences I have no idea. I know that Lindseed oil is popular when it comes to rifle stocks, while Danish Oil seems to be popular on the forum. Tung Oil in China comes from peanuts (I believe) and I am fortunate in that I have access to 100% pure Tung oil. But in my case it is heavily diluted with mineral turpentine. I cant wait to get to the point where I can apply it to the Haarlem.
Heinrich,
Thank you for your response, I’m always looking for “methods“, This Forum is an incredible source of information.
Jan
Thank you for your response, I’m always looking for “methods“, This Forum is an incredible source of information.
Jan
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@Pathfinder65 Jan, you are always more than welcome! You are now part of the "Dutch Club"! 
The only drawback to the Tung Oil is the drying time - and also make 1000% sure that you have glued everything that needs to be glued first - I have yet to see a glue that adheres to anything that has been covered with the Tung Oil.
The only drawback to the Tung Oil is the drying time - and also make 1000% sure that you have glued everything that needs to be glued first - I have yet to see a glue that adheres to anything that has been covered with the Tung Oil.
Heinrich,
Once again another piece of knowledge to add to my ship building knowledge encyclopedia.
Jan
Once again another piece of knowledge to add to my ship building knowledge encyclopedia.
Jan
Looks super pretty! But i just can't figure out why they built so bowed deck for it, must have been horrible to walk on, i can imagine it being slippery as heck when wet!
Very nice project Heinrich.
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@Virtakuono Dear Virtakuono. Welcome to the blog and thank you for the kind words. The deck was apparently curved like that to accommodate more wine barrels in the hold! 
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@Maarten Thank you very much, Maarten! It has been an enjoyable build so far. My only suggestion to Falkonet is to make it in a bigger scale. Even though it is 1:48, the hull as it stands now is only 295mm long. With a bigger scale super detailing could have gone into it = especially around the rear cabin, the front hatch and an inclusion of the oven (Gnafra).
Wonderful project Heinrich. The pear wood is truly lovely isn't it!
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@dockattner Welcome to the forum Doc and thank you for the compliment!. She is a wonderful little ship to build and the quality of Falkonet is great. The Pear wood is indeed lovely and in real life, the effect is even better! You made a great choice to go with the Pear!
HI HEINRICH WHAT A SUPERB BUID JUST BEAUTIFUL AGREE A LARGER SCALE WOULD HELP, AND MAKE IT EVEN BETTER, WILL BE STARTING BACK VERY SHORTLY FINIHING UP MY ARMED LONG BOAT A STORY IN ITSELF, AND GET ANNA A KIT SOON SHE WILL PUT YOU TO SHAME. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS DON
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@Dematosdg Dear Daniel - great to see you back here and thank you for the kind words - this kit is a good reminder that something doesn't have to be a big warship with hundreds of cannons to be challenging and enjoyable - your Marmara is a case in point! What I really enjoy about this kit is that there is nothing monotonous to do - every task is a new challenge.
The possible surprise ... a kit that I find impossible to build. Twice I have tried; twice it has ended up in the dustbin! If I build it again, it will be the THIRD time that I start all over - right from scratch! Call it "MY NEMESIS"!
The possible surprise ... a kit that I find impossible to build. Twice I have tried; twice it has ended up in the dustbin! If I build it again, it will be the THIRD time that I start all over - right from scratch! Call it "MY NEMESIS"!