H.M.S. Surprise by Artesania Latina - Build log

[Smithy]

basic mistake

Hi Allan. I read your post while out with the dog and I was sure that Mondfeld had mentioned this.



And there it was.

“The practice never became universal” a caveat which is almost universal in itself.

 

[Smithy]

Thank you for sending this, and please continue to do so. I really appreciate the help!

You’re welcome. I hesitate to correct anyone because I’m a novice myself really. I’m only on my fifth ship (and only the third with any appreciable rigging.)

 

[AllanKP69]

The practice never became universal” a caveat which is almost universal in itself.

Thanks Smithy, And that is why we should think hard about using the words "always and never" in model ship building.
Allan

 

[Smithy]

Thanks Smithy, And that is why we should think hard about using the words "always and never" in model ship building.
Allan

It’s a convenient opening for ‘artistic interpretation’ to enter the stage.