NORSKE LOVE - Billing Boats 1:75 scale

Dean62 said:
Just an update, making a window the other night, I broke the tip off my last xacto blade…sigh! I have 25 more blades on order and hoping to get them any day now so I can resume work. I hadn’t realized it was my last blade until I broke it.
Tip - order new blades when you open your last pack! ;)
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Good morning Dean. I know this feeling all too well. I’m waiting for “Take a lot” SA’s version of Amazon to get some chisel blades in stock….for some reason I can’t find any in SA at the moment :rolleyes:. Yep your Tip is a must. Cheers Grant
 
Why not using surgical scalpel blades? Boxes of 50 or 100 for a few €/$/£.
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These 3 are my basic and easy to find and buy. Available in many different shapes. And often a handle is included.
You only have to watch for the corresponding 'clip-size': '3' is small, '4' is bigger.
Regards, Peter
 
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I completely understand that frustration; it’s always challenging when we’re missing just what we need to move forward.
 
Extremely well done have seen many model-kits (norske Löwe) built straight from the box.
Remarkable work and going to make and outstanding piece of wood for the shelf.
Keep working really enjoy to follow your work.
 
Dean62 said:
Still waiting on xacto blades…sigh!
But I got the table saw out and put a new 60 tooth blade in it, in preparation to rip my Pearwood, bloodwood and zebra wood boards into pieces for carving and ship building. And yes, a push block is a must on a full size table saw! ;)

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For sure that blade will do it’s work very well, Dean.
Regards, Peter
 
It seems like you're keeping busy even while waiting for your X-Acto blades! Preparing your pearwood, bloodwood, and zebrawood boards is an excellent step; these wood species are sure to add a beautiful touch to your projects. And you're absolutely right: safety comes first, especially with a push block! Thumbsup
 
Oxor31 said:
It seems like you're keeping busy even while waiting for your X-Acto blades! Preparing your pearwood, bloodwood, and zebrawood boards is an excellent step; these wood species are sure to add a beautiful touch to your projects. And you're absolutely right: safety comes first, especially with a push block! Thumbsup
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Yes, I like my fingertips! ROTF I play guitar, so I am extremely careful around power tools. ;)
It’s a bit scary cutting thin strips of 1/16”thickness with the table saw. But I place a large push block on top and only set the blade a hair over the board height. That way my fingers are not close to the blade at any time. And I don’t reach for the boards until I turn the saw off. Then when cutting the width, I use the same technique. Unfortunately I am losing an 1/8” per cut, so I have to plan for that and make the least amount of cuts possible! Anyway, it will be a lot of work, but hope to get it done today!
I am going to use some of the pieces for the carvings and railings on the upper galley of the NL. Either Pearwood or boxwood. Will see how good the boxwood carves first, as I would prefer to save the Pearwood for planks. ;)
So I’m actually cutting all four types of wood.
 
You have a well-established system in place to ensure your safety, which is truly smart, especially with such precise and delicate cuts. It’s impressive to see how thoroughly you take everything into consideration, even the material loss with each cut. I can imagine that finding the right balance between efficiency and precision isn’t easy, but it’s clear that you’ve mastered the process perfectly.
Using boxwood for the carvings is an excellent choice—it’s an ideal wood for detailed work. And saving the pearwood for the planks is a wise decision, given its beautiful finish. I am eager to see how the NL turns out with all the care and precision you’re putting into it. It’s sure to be absolutely magnificent!
I promise, I’ll remain quiet now and let you work. ;)
 
Oxor31 said:
You have a well-established system in place to ensure your safety, which is truly smart, especially with such precise and delicate cuts. It’s impressive to see how thoroughly you take everything into consideration, even the material loss with each cut. I can imagine that finding the right balance between efficiency and precision isn’t easy, but it’s clear that you’ve mastered the process perfectly.
Using boxwood for the carvings is an excellent choice—it’s an ideal wood for detailed work. And saving the pearwood for the planks is a wise decision, given its beautiful finish. I am eager to see how the NL turns out with all the care and precision you’re putting into it. It’s sure to be absolutely magnificent!
I promise, I’ll remain quiet now and let you work. ;)
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Thanks!
 
I cut the wood into 1/16” thick pieces, and also made a few 1/8” thick boards.
I have some extra scrap wood shown at top, that is various thicknesses for larger carvings.
I also cut some boards to 1/4” wide and left the rest to be determined when I need them, rather than committing to all the same width of 1/4”.
Pieces of boxwood and Pearwood were cut at the galley railing height to be carved.

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This custom guitar is truly incredible! A stylish way to spend time while waiting for the blades. I imagine it sounds as good as it looks! You’re juggling projects that are both ambitious and impressive, and your talent is undeniable. Bravo for this remarkable work!
 
Oxor31 said:
This custom guitar is truly incredible! A stylish way to spend time while waiting for the blades. I imagine it sounds as good as it looks! You’re juggling projects that are both ambitious and impressive, and your talent is undeniable. Bravo for this remarkable work!
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Thank you, yes it plays incredibly well and sounds great. But I spent a lot of time adjusting the neck pocket to ensure the action was consistent the length of the fretboard. ;)
 
I've been quietly following your build as i'm also upgrading a built kit, and i am researching alot online and came to find the best absolute model of the norske love ever ever made in the 1:72 scale!

pbase.com

Heinrich Beins modell av Norske Løve by Maritim Modellklubb

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He even modeled and painted all the lower decks if you go through the photos ... 11 years in the making... absolutely mental...

Hope this brings inspiration to everyone !


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mosquitoid said:
I've been quietly following your build as i'm also upgrading a built kit, and i am researching alot online and came to find the best absolute model of the norske love ever ever made in the 1:72 scale!

pbase.com

Heinrich Beins modell av Norske Løve by Maritim Modellklubb

pbase.com

He even modeled and painted all the lower decks if you go through the photos ... 11 years in the making... absolutely mental...

Hope this brings inspiration to everyone !


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Thanks for sharing, as far as the best, that is always subjective.
I personally don’t like the use of too many colors, it looks cartoonish to me. I prefer picking a color scheme and sticking with it.
My approach is to make something classy and ornate without going overboard, it’s a delicate balance.
I’m also baffled by the wavy lines on the planks on the side of the hull! This appears to be skinned with sheets and then scribed to give the appearance of planks? And I am not trying to be too critical, but the size of the deck planks are not consistent, there is no door to access the upper galley deck with railings, and the rudder has ropes going through holes in the stern (which is incorrect), the railings are all metal poles with ropes (not correct), and the crows nest are like the English ships, the upper rear cannon doors were made windows, etc. And that’s just a few things I noticed, so many liberties were taken.
However I do appreciate the extra work and detail added to the kit, that is definitely an option available to all. And there are no rules saying you can’t use artistic license! ;)
 
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