HMS Victory, Shipyard, 1:96

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You know, you could gather up all the excellent info held within this thread, and publish it in a soft-bound book with a glossy cover. And you could title it " How to build an amazing model ship and give it to your grandfather to ensure yourself a choice spot in his will" : )

I enjoy reading about your thought process as you do this. Thanks.

David
 
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fuchsjos, you are a Master Builder and it was after reading your thread that I went back to paper models after a 30 year break since that first paper mess I made. You have motivated me to build again in this wonderful medium. I have a thread listed now of a 1:700 HMS Dreadnought which is serving as a primer to help me remember the techniques required to build. When will you post the next thread, I assume you are rigging. I intend to purchase this ship and the wonderful book you mentioned. Thank you for your sharing this work of art. Many tips through-out that would help any project.:wave:
 
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I have read thru this thread and also went to the site in Germany and followed along here as well. I have a question for you, at the beginning of the thread on the German Forum, you point out something to do with how to cut the card to not get a beveled half. I work installing flooring and know from my years of doing this type of work, that the way the blade is made it will cut a beveled edge in both pieces. This will result in your being able to see the seam when put together. However you have explained a method to avoid this. I believe as you illustrated, it has to do with how you hold the knife as you cut. Please re-explain in English if possible what you are doing with your cuts in card. Rick
 
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i believe, that our beloved master holds this craft knife under certain angle. it must be the angle under which this blade has been sharpened. With this, you can avoid making gaps. i have tried this technique, with some success, but obviusly, i need a lot more exercise.
 
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