JohnWS Posted July 29, 2020 Author Share Posted July 29, 2020 A good discussion. 49 minutes ago, Modelholic said: In the inset pic above with view from port bow could the 'protrusions' actually spell HMS BRAVE BORDERER ? Yes, there was a nameplate (looks like individual letters) that spelled out 'P1011 BRAVE BORDERER'. 1 hour ago, Silenoz said: Here it looks like some hooks only (maybe for a tarp when moored) there's something breaking up the large flat surface underneath the windshield. You could be right. An early drawing I have shows that an awning could be mounted forward of the bridge. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to find any drawings or photos showing the awning or mounting detail. John 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnWS Posted August 4, 2020 Author Share Posted August 4, 2020 (edited) A small update scratch building deck fittings, or should I say trying to build small fiddly bits. I've been spending a lot of time making Brave Borderer's deck fittings. This would probably go a lot faster if I could train my fingers to keep out of the way. I'm using plastic rod & card, with a little wine bottle foil, to make the parts. Here's a photo showing what I've completed to date, ready for a coat primer; There's a few more fittings to go, & then it'll be time to add a finish coat of paint & glue these parts plus the deck vents & stanchions to the deck. As always, thanks for looking in. Stay safe! John Edited August 4, 2020 by JohnWS 17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robgizlu Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 Neat, neat, neat John. I appreciate how much work has gone into those - it's the little bits that suck in all the time Rob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Courageous Posted August 5, 2020 Share Posted August 5, 2020 Fantastic work on the fittings. You're not using a microscope by any chance... Stuart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnWS Posted August 5, 2020 Author Share Posted August 5, 2020 6 hours ago, Courageous said: ... You're not using a microscope by any chance... Hi Stuart, Not quite a microscope, but a magnifier desk lamp. John 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beefy66 Posted August 5, 2020 Share Posted August 5, 2020 3 hours ago, JohnWS said: Not quite a microscope, but a magnifier desk lamp. Something similar for me i use a desk magnifier or an optivisor but I still can't see what I am doing at the best of times beefy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Courageous Posted August 5, 2020 Share Posted August 5, 2020 6 hours ago, JohnWS said: magnifier desk lamp. I would've been even more impressed if you were using the Mk1 eyeball. 3 hours ago, beefy66 said: optivisor I have one of them but for some reason I'm holding back in using it...that might explain a few things too. Stuart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnWS Posted August 5, 2020 Author Share Posted August 5, 2020 2 hours ago, Courageous said: I would've been even more impressed if you were using the Mk1 eyeball. ... My eyeball was upgraded to a Mk2, having had cataract surgery a couple of years ago. Still need the magnifying glass for those piddly parts, though. John 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnWS Posted August 15, 2020 Author Share Posted August 15, 2020 (edited) Moving along ... slowly. I've spent way too much time scratch building three little cordage reels. The reels are 1/4" diameter discs made from plastic sheet, with 8 holes plus a centre mounting hole in each disc. The major issue I ran into (other than being too anal) was accurately drilling the 8 holes equally spaced in a circular pattern in each 1/4" disc. Finally, after many tries, I had 6 completed discs to make the sides of 3 reels. The discs were glued to centre hubs made from plastic tube with a smaller diameter plastic rod inserted for the reel centre axles. Triangular reel mounting frames were made for each of the 3 reels, from strips cut from plastic sheet. A photo of the assembled cordage reels; And, photos showing the reel mounting locations on Brave Borderer. Next up, I'll add a coat of primer & finish paint, then wind thread around each reel hub to simulate the cordage. Once the reels are completed, I'll start gluing the deck fittings and reels in place. Thanks for looking. Stay safe! John Edited August 15, 2020 by JohnWS 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMK Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 Fantastic attention to detail, John. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 Just love your attention to detail John. Well worth the effort involved.... Stay safe Kev 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmitriy1967 Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 Fantastic work! If not for the ruler next to it, it would seem that they are three times larger! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnWS Posted August 15, 2020 Author Share Posted August 15, 2020 Thanks everyone for the Likes & kind comments. Here's a photo of the actual reels for reference. John 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beefy66 Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 Great work with the reels so much detail going in to all the small parts never mind the whole thing 👍 Stay safe beefy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnWS Posted August 16, 2020 Author Share Posted August 16, 2020 One final photo showing the completed cordage reels; John 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gunzo Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 Hi John Your build continues to amaze. What sort of twine did you use- it looks very fine and hairless even in close-up? Les 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 What a fascinating build.....Wish I knew what more of the words meant! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dnl42 Posted August 17, 2020 Share Posted August 17, 2020 I continue to be amazed by the fittings. How did you make the fairleads? I've made them by drilling a hole in strip stock, radiusing the hole edges with a file, removing the bottom of the hole, and then cutting the top at an angle. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnWS Posted August 17, 2020 Author Share Posted August 17, 2020 Thanks, Les! 2 hours ago, gunzo said: ... What sort of twine did you use- it looks very fine and hairless even in close-up? ... It's 20 lb. braided 100% nylon waterproof fishing line. Like you said it's hairless plus the nylon has a sheen & is very flexible. I've used it to simulate braided wire cable as well as rope in the past. John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnWS Posted August 17, 2020 Author Share Posted August 17, 2020 Thanks dnl42! 1 hour ago, dnl42 said: ... How did you make the fairleads? I've made them by drilling a hole in strip stock, radiusing the hole edges with a file, removing the bottom of the hole, and then cutting the top at an angle. ... My process is similar to your's. I start by gluing pieces of plastic strip together in a size a little larger than the finished fairlead, as shown in figure 1, below. Once the glue is dry, I carve to the finished shape & size (Figure 2, below) using files, fine sand paper, & drill bits. Then cut the slot in the top using a thin, fine tooth saw. I hope this answers your question. John 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dnl42 Posted August 17, 2020 Share Posted August 17, 2020 Thank you! I especially appreciate the time and effort to create the artwork! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gunzo Posted August 17, 2020 Share Posted August 17, 2020 Thanks for the fishing line tip- I need to replicate various sizes of hydraulic hose that will stay flexible on a working model. Les 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewbacca Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 Those reels are excellent - very well done for managing to drill all 8 holes equi-spaced! One observation though. Have you aligned the port and starboard reel correctly? It's difficult to be certain from the angle of the photograph, but this shot appears to show the centre of the reel lying athwartships rather than fore and aft. On 15/08/2020 at 12:50, JohnWS said: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnWS Posted August 18, 2020 Author Share Posted August 18, 2020 Thanks Chewbacca! 6 hours ago, Chewbacca said: One observation though. Have you aligned the port and starboard reel correctly? It's difficult to be certain from the angle of the photograph, but this shot appears to show the centre of the reel lying athwartships rather than fore and aft. Yes, I the reels are positioned correctly based on drawing & photographs. Thanks for asking. It's aways good to double check. John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robgizlu Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 You taking orders John?? Fab!! rob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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