L'Orenoque Mamoli 1:100 scale

[The Gavel]

Chuck, I continue to be amazed by your work and you ability to reinterpret multiple sets of plans. I have in the stash some very fine brass mesh which might suit for the sponsons. Say the word, and it’s in the mail.

Namabiiru! Thank you for the compliment! Yes, by combining these designs I can never be accused of having just made it up, unlike the kit designer

I appreciate the offer of the brass mesh, my friend! I'm going to see what I can do with paint and putty before I call in the cav,

Blessings.
Chuck

 

[The Gavel]

Seriously Chuck, you're asking model shipwrights how to make boats ??C'mon, you make best furniture and all ! I don't have a clue, i've been waiting for your brilliant solution forever ! Oh and by the way , i thought legal ethics was a dead subject in post truth modern America ?

HA! Martin! I guess it was a strange request. On the other hand if someone has made this wheel, why re-create it On the last topic, not in my class it ain't!

As to the boat solution, I am making a buck and planning to coat it in wax and plank. Again, we'll see. Happily, there's enough information on the plans for shipmates with 3D printing SKILLS (looking at you @JerryTodd ) to step in an save the project if my handiwork is complete trash.

Blessings.
Chuck

 

[Roger Pellett]

Boats are a special challenge as they were built with minimum scantlings to minimize topside weight and to allow them to be handled. It’s almost impossible to make things thin enough at 1:100 scale.

I would therefore suggest that you build them from something other than wood. If you have built a male mold it be should be easy to lay up several layers of thin paper.

If you are willing to consider plastic, vacuum forming is another alternative.

Roger