Kingfisher 1770 1:48 POF

Well, what can we say Paul ? Its simply superb my friend. :)
It's too many wonderful build logs of highest quality. I just run out of adjectives to describe how awesome they're
Witaj
Bardzo dobrze wykonane poszycie wewnątrz statku , uważam że jest o wiele trudniejsze niż na zewnątrz . Super połączenie kolorów drzewa , BRAWO Pawle. Pozdrawiam Mirek
As usual, great work Okay
the time with your lovely family, that's what matters in life:D:cool:
An absolutely great and clean result. As I said, I personally like the colouring/difference very much, I think it fits. However, it's your project and you have to like it. ;)
Love it all. The lines are soothing. The contrast of the woods. And the sanding finish. No "fuzzies" to be found anywhere. No surprise! Thumbsup
Superb planking job Awesome result Thumbsup
Why do I see so many gaps? That's not your usual standard at al. I mean, look at the spaces between the frames....whole families can hide there!

wait.....I see now....that's the design of the hull...
No flaws found! :)

Just love the determination to go on and on and fabricate a piece of wood for a 6th time.....wow! If you do it "right" the first time, it will save you a lot of time and effort no matter the color of the mat is....really....
Gentlemen, you are very kind. My thanks.

If you do it "right" the first time, it will save you a lot of time and effort
Good tip... :)
 
The next thing I wanted to do was trim the tops of the frames to their correct height. But in order to do that I thought it would be best to fabricate the ship's counter. If I understand the anatomy, the counter is a rearward overhanging projection that extends beyond the sternpost. The counter is framed laterally by side counter timbers that sit on the wing transom. They are fiddly 3-dimensional little buggers...

I first traced the kit parts because I suspected these were not going to be a 'one-and-done' proposition:

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Outer edges shaped:

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And then inner edges shaped:

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Noteworthy in the image above is the vast superiority of the piece fabricated on the green cutting mat versus the piece fabricated on the gray (or if you prefer: grey) cutting mat thus confirming Stephan's theory... :rolleyes:

Emotionally exhausted from fabricating these two timbers I laid out the cut line for the tops of the frames...@#$%^&*()!!! The chocks at the top of the frames (which are placed according to the instructions) are too @#$%^&*() high and need to be removed and placed lower on the frames. This means I just lost about two days of my life in order to correct this problem. Make it 2 1/2 days - I need to quit and have an attitude-improving cigar...

Oh, and the US Ryder Cup team is getting trounced (I have a golfing background and I'm pals with one of the US team vice-captains: Steve Stricker). Make it two cigars...and maybe a glass of wine...
 
The next thing I wanted to do was trim the tops of the frames to their correct height. But in order to do that I thought it would be best to fabricate the ship's counter. If I understand the anatomy, the counter is a rearward overhanging projection that extends beyond the sternpost. The counter is framed laterally by side counter timbers that sit on the wing transom. They are fiddly 3-dimensional little buggers...

I first traced the kit parts because I suspected these were not going to be a 'one-and-done' proposition:

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Outer edges shaped:

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And then inner edges shaped:

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Noteworthy in the image above is the vast superiority of the piece fabricated on the green cutting mat versus the piece fabricated on the gray (or if you prefer: grey) cutting mat thus confirming Stephan's theory... :rolleyes:

Emotionally exhausted from fabricating these two timbers I laid out the cut line for the tops of the frames...@#$%^&*()!!! The chocks at the top of the frames (which are placed according to the instructions) are too @#$%^&*() high and need to be removed and placed lower on the frames. This means I just lost about two days of my life in order to correct this problem. Make it 2 1/2 days - I need to quit and have an attitude-improving cigar...

Oh, and the US Ryder Cup team is getting trounced (I have a golfing background and I'm pals with one of the US team vice-captains: Steve Stricker). Make it two cigars...and maybe a glass of wine...
cigar sounds like a good idea.., in particular the wine tipped ones.
 
POF is a lot of redo, take a cigar and a cup of coffee and lean back for a while. Reload and start again.

Ps. The chocks where made when you only had the grey cutting mat? Because these 2 pieces you made are perfect. You see on a green cutting mat or have one nearby works.:cool:
 
The next thing I wanted to do was trim the tops of the frames to their correct height. But in order to do that I thought it would be best to fabricate the ship's counter. If I understand the anatomy, the counter is a rearward overhanging projection that extends beyond the sternpost. The counter is framed laterally by side counter timbers that sit on the wing transom. They are fiddly 3-dimensional little buggers...

I first traced the kit parts because I suspected these were not going to be a 'one-and-done' proposition:

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Outer edges shaped:

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And then inner edges shaped:

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Noteworthy in the image above is the vast superiority of the piece fabricated on the green cutting mat versus the piece fabricated on the gray (or if you prefer: grey) cutting mat thus confirming Stephan's theory... :rolleyes:

Emotionally exhausted from fabricating these two timbers I laid out the cut line for the tops of the frames...@#$%^&*()!!! The chocks at the top of the frames (which are placed according to the instructions) are too @#$%^&*() high and need to be removed and placed lower on the frames. This means I just lost about two days of my life in order to correct this problem. Make it 2 1/2 days - I need to quit and have an attitude-improving cigar...

Oh, and the US Ryder Cup team is getting trounced (I have a golfing background and I'm pals with one of the US team vice-captains: Steve Stricker). Make it two cigars...and maybe a glass of wine...
Those counter timbers are little buggers indeed. When creating some I anticipated errors and made 3 surplus pieces only not to realize any errors. So now I have 3 extra small, thin pieces of scrap Boxwood. Not a habit I want to get into @ today's Boxwood prices.
I also have been playing golf for 40+ years now. Although the last few have seen my level of competition drop. So now it's pretty much the social aspect and exercise, although I will still post a low 80s round now and then and have not yet moved up to the senior tees. ROTF :rolleyes:

Was up at 5 AM to watch the start of the Singles matches today. US looks to be making a moves, but think it is far too little, too late. The Europeans have played flawlessly and seem to have much better team synergy.

One more off topic Paul. I've met Steve Stricker a couple of times over the years. I have a ton of family living in Geneseo, Ill, which is about 30 minutes outside of the Quad Cities. I've played TPC @ Deer Run a few times. Was at the John Deer Classic with family two of the three years Steve posted his history "Threepeat". He is a great guy, down to earth who still loves his simple hunting and fishing pleasures.

I finally get to post something on your thread other than "Great work". ROTF
By the way, wonderful work Paul!!
 
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Once again catching up on your magnificent build. It is my understanding that the pinnacle of a carpenter's craft is achieving the status of a 'pattern maker.' One who makes patterns for sand casting molds which require sub millimeter accuracy and attention to temperature and humidity. You certainly possess this ability in my opinion. Your work as a modeler is among the best on this forum. As far as level of detail to build to, hey if you're enjoying it keep at it, whether or not someone ever sees it. Personally, for me if I were building to enter competition, I would max out all detail in an attempt to win first place. Since I don't do that, I mostly concentrate on what I can see from looking at and around it. I enjoy the fellowship that of all of us in this forum have so keep it going Paul and thanks for sharing.
 
Those counter timbers are little buggers indeed. When creating some I anticipated errors and made 3 surplus pieces only not to realize any errors. So now I have 3 extra small, thin pieces of scrap Boxwood. Not a habit I want to get into @ today's Boxwood prices.
I also have been playing golf for 40+ years now. Although the last few have seen my level of competition drop. So now it's pretty much the social aspect and exercise, although I will still post a low 80s round now and then and have not yet moved up to the senior tees. ROTF :rolleyes:

Was up at 5 AM to watch the start of the Singles matches today. US looks to be making a moves, but think it is far too little, too late. The Europeans have played flawlessly and seem to have much better team synergy.

One more off topic Paul. I've met Steve Stricker a couple of times over the years. I have a ton of family living in Geneseo, Ill, which is about 30 minutes outside of the Quad Cities. I've played TPC @ Deer Run a few times. Was at the John Deer Classic with family two of the three years Steve posted his history "Threepeat". He is a great guy, down to earth who still loves his simple hunting and fishing pleasures.

I finally get to post something on your thread other than "Great work". ROTF
By the way, wonderful work Paul!!
Thanks, Ken!

To continue the off-topic...I have been friends with Steve since the University of Illinois golf team. He's a bit younger than me but I'm from northern Illinois and he's from Wisconsin so we shared some midwestern sensibilities. I could play as well as him on any given day - but he was good EVERY day. The difference between a very good amateur and a professional is much smaller than one might think (maybe half a stroke). I had a very enjoyable amateur career competing around the world - but the guys who make the 'tour' can hit a shot or two that people like me can't manage...

TPC Deere Run is a beautiful tract!
 
Once again catching up on your magnificent build. It is my understanding that the pinnacle of a carpenter's craft is achieving the status of a 'pattern maker.' One who makes patterns for sand casting molds which require sub millimeter accuracy and attention to temperature and humidity. You certainly possess this ability in my opinion. Your work as a modeler is among the best on this forum. As far as level of detail to build to, hey if you're enjoying it keep at it, whether or not someone ever sees it. Personally, for me if I were building to enter competition, I would max out all detail in an attempt to win first place. Since I don't do that, I mostly concentrate on what I can see from looking at and around it. I enjoy the fellowship that of all of us in this forum have so keep it going Paul and thanks for sharing.
Thank you for sharing these kind words, Daniel! I enjoy the forum and following your work as well!
 
The next thing I wanted to do was trim the tops of the frames to their correct height. But in order to do that I thought it would be best to fabricate the ship's counter. If I understand the anatomy, the counter is a rearward overhanging projection that extends beyond the sternpost. The counter is framed laterally by side counter timbers that sit on the wing transom. They are fiddly 3-dimensional little buggers...

I first traced the kit parts because I suspected these were not going to be a 'one-and-done' proposition:

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Outer edges shaped:

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View attachment 397717

And then inner edges shaped:

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Noteworthy in the image above is the vast superiority of the piece fabricated on the green cutting mat versus the piece fabricated on the gray (or if you prefer: grey) cutting mat thus confirming Stephan's theory... :rolleyes:

Emotionally exhausted from fabricating these two timbers I laid out the cut line for the tops of the frames...@#$%^&*()!!! The chocks at the top of the frames (which are placed according to the instructions) are too @#$%^&*() high and need to be removed and placed lower on the frames. This means I just lost about two days of my life in order to correct this problem. Make it 2 1/2 days - I need to quit and have an attitude-improving cigar...

Oh, and the US Ryder Cup team is getting trounced (I have a golfing background and I'm pals with one of the US team vice-captains: Steve Stricker). Make it two cigars...and maybe a glass of wine...
It's these type of parts always playing havoc with your time, self-esteem and patience, plus a potentially severe impact on the stock of stress relief medication; cigars, whiskey, brandy, wine, whatever is that you need.
Wish you best of luck in your endeavors to get these little parts right.
 
Thanks, Ken!

To continue the off-topic...I have been friends with Steve since the University of Illinois golf team. He's a bit younger than me but I'm from northern Illinois and he's from Wisconsin so we shared some midwestern sensibilities. I could play as well as him on any given day - but he was good EVERY day. The difference between a very good amateur and a professional is much smaller than one might think (maybe half a stroke). I had a very enjoyable amateur career competing around the world - but the guys who make the 'tour' can hit a shot or two that people like me can't manage...

TPC Deere Run is a beautiful tract!
Wow, you are quite the accomplished golfer then Paul! I can't help but think, were you conflicted a lot? I mean unlike other sports where you can "pitch" a perfect game, "bowl" a perfect game, there is no perfect game in golf. I mean 58s and 59s, yeah, but no "perfect". How does a perfectionist deal with that? You must have been your own worst critic. ROTF But University of Illinois golf team....WOW. I'd need a ton of strokes. ROTF

This is my last off topic post. Thank you for allowing me to make a left turn!
 
Wow, you are quite the accomplished golfer then Paul! I can't help but think, were you conflicted a lot? I mean unlike other sports where you can "pitch" a perfect game, "bowl" a perfect game, there is no perfect game in golf. I mean 58s and 59s, yeah, but no "perfect". How does a perfectionist deal with that? You must have been your own worst critic. ROTF But University of Illinois golf team....WOW. I'd need a ton of strokes. ROTF

This is my last off topic post. Thank you for allowing me to make a left turn!
Ha! There are lots of perfect moments in golf to fuel the perfectionist. It's just hard to string them in a row!
 
The next thing I wanted to do was trim the tops of the frames to their correct height. But in order to do that I thought it would be best to fabricate the ship's counter. If I understand the anatomy, the counter is a rearward overhanging projection that extends beyond the sternpost. The counter is framed laterally by side counter timbers that sit on the wing transom. They are fiddly 3-dimensional little buggers...

I first traced the kit parts because I suspected these were not going to be a 'one-and-done' proposition:

View attachment 397715

Outer edges shaped:

View attachment 397716

View attachment 397717

And then inner edges shaped:

View attachment 397718

Noteworthy in the image above is the vast superiority of the piece fabricated on the green cutting mat versus the piece fabricated on the gray (or if you prefer: grey) cutting mat thus confirming Stephan's theory... :rolleyes:

Emotionally exhausted from fabricating these two timbers I laid out the cut line for the tops of the frames...@#$%^&*()!!! The chocks at the top of the frames (which are placed according to the instructions) are too @#$%^&*() high and need to be removed and placed lower on the frames. This means I just lost about two days of my life in order to correct this problem. Make it 2 1/2 days - I need to quit and have an attitude-improving cigar...

Oh, and the US Ryder Cup team is getting trounced (I have a golfing background and I'm pals with one of the US team vice-captains: Steve Stricker). Make it two cigars...and maybe a glass of wine...
Good morning Paul. Just know I laughed at your pain here, however if you present such frustration in a wonderfully humorous manner I have no choice…. :D . As for your
Just a quick weekend update...the planking of the lower portion of the inner hull is now complete (sans trenails). The lighter bands are American Holly (I still might need to tone that down at some point), and the balance of the planking is boxwood. And while I may not be in love with the color palate right now, I can tell you that working with holly is a true joy. It handles like a softer pear, responds well to a short soak in hot water, retains an edge (not as well as the boxwood, but good enough for planking), and sands to a smooth finish. That said, it is nearly devoid of grain unless you really zoom in on it (though I'm hoping that will change a bit when there is a finish on it - at least enough to make it look like wood).

Planking the inside curves of the hull comes with some unique challenges versus exterior planking - but at the end of the day if you can plank the outside, you can plank the inside...

Overall view:

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At the stern:

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And now at the bow:

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I want to thank each of you for stopping by on occasion to visit my Kingfisher build log. Not only is it a joy to share our hobby, but I have been encouraged time and again by your feedback. You are appreciated!
….superbly done. To be honest I personally would not have gone for the different woods however I’m pretty sure you know what you are doing. Yep I also spent time, by default, having a look at the Ryder cup ( although I do support the European chaps) as Micheal (Ashtyn’s) boyfriend is a golf nut and he hijacked my TV Lounge. His business is “Golf Played” an app and on line store for SA golfers. Cheers Grant
 
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