HMS Victory - Caldercraft-Jotika - 1/72. Build log

[Stuart Little]

Thanks Stuart - There was no implication of a 'connection' with Littlefair's, just a thank you for alerting me to them and the water stain product.

Interesting that you comment on the amount of CNC 'dust' in the box. I have often wondered why the manufacturers don't do this and blow out the dust before packing. I wouldn't have thought it was such a big process, yet they expect us to do it.

Regards,

PeterG

It was just me with tongue in cheek TRYING to make a joke!
At first, I thought the CNC hadn't cut enough, then I realised the kerf was still packed with the dust.

 

[Stuart Little]

They do it because it would cost time and money to remove it so making an expensive kit even more out of reach
I would sooner have the dust than have to clean off laser char

I don't think it would cost much for a few seconds blast between loading each sheet, after all, the machine probably gets a blast of air. Actually, the CNC kerf is wider than laser cut, which makes the part removal that much easier using a HD knife, or scroll saw.

 

[team118]

Great work Peter.
You are right about triple checking wood dimensions. It is easy to see a difference in width on the same piece!
I separated everything and still double check a few before pulling them out for use. Great, GREAT tip!

As for colors and wood color textures...I suppose the old adage, "your model....your choice" prevails.

I think I used a jocobean stain on my deck. It is has a very dark/black color and when diluted seemed to give a grayer 'weathered teak' look.

Again, a high mark for builder to strive for and one I'll never reach, but admire!
Chris