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Hello everyone,
I am building the ZHL San Felipe 1/50. I have finished the first planking, and I am now at the stage where I need to cut the frames (stanchions) to the correct height for the bulwarks (Step T.28).
I am very nervous about this step. I cannot find the "S" gauge in my kit, and I am terrified of cutting them too short or at the wrong angle.
Before I make any permanent cuts, could someone who has built this kit confirm the best way to measure this?
-Should I rely 100% on the 1:1 paper plans?
-Is there a specific measurement (in mm) from the deck for the San Felipe?
My English is not great (I am using a translator), but I would really appreciate your guidance so I don't ruin this beautiful ship!
Thank you so much for your help.
I am building the ZHL San Felipe 1/50. I have finished the first planking, and I am now at the stage where I need to cut the frames (stanchions) to the correct height for the bulwarks (Step T.28).
I am very nervous about this step. I cannot find the "S" gauge in my kit, and I am terrified of cutting them too short or at the wrong angle.
Before I make any permanent cuts, could someone who has built this kit confirm the best way to measure this?
-Should I rely 100% on the 1:1 paper plans?
-Is there a specific measurement (in mm) from the deck for the San Felipe?
My English is not great (I am using a translator), but I would really appreciate your guidance so I don't ruin this beautiful ship!
Thank you so much for your help.