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Sovereign of the Seas Airfix (1:168) by Michael D.

Michael said:
Thank you for your interest. I used Tamaya tape centered between the Wales, using a #11 blade I lightly scribed both sides of the tape, after a few passes I used the backside of the blade to create some width.
Repeated the process for the remaining planks, light pressure is the key.
The grain is created using the backside of the blade, 120 grit sandpaper and a scotchbrite pad to smooth the surface.

Michael D
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Wow! That is an interesting technique, one that is new to me. I am 72 years old and have been modeling since age 6. It goes to show that we all can learn something new. My kudos to you, It is quite striking!
 
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