That's a gorgeous small table knee mill!! I envy Cletus. Love the quill ring light! Don't have the space or budget for a knee mill, but I am going to be ordering a Precision Matthews PM-728VT bench mill in the next year or so. More on topic... My Byrnes thickness sander is arriving today. Jim's widow Donna was gracious enough to see about having one assembled for me. If you're looking for one, please do contact Donna through the Byrnes website about it. I'm not sure how much longer she's going to be able to have these assembled, so don't miss out. May modify mine with a dial indicator so I can really dial in material thickness, though maybe it won't be necessary with the graduated wheel to raise the table.

Thank you for your videos. You are a wealth of information. Maybe 3/16" scale might fit the bill.

Is there a contact number for kenny or email i would like to speak with you

What I suggest is to create a painting mask with the name cutted out

Good evening Kevin, my name is Giuseppe, I really like to watch your building videos, I'm an apprentice in modelling, but maybe for the painting of the ship name, you can put the letters on a cartboard, cut them out and use the cartboard to direct paint the name....

Absolutely fantastic lesson. I learned so much in a short period of time. I understand now why I was having so much trouble getting consistent results. The beveled side actually works like a chisel blade. I have a thick metal draw plate but not as nice as the Byrnes plate. With a little practice I won't be afraid of making trenails anymore. Thank you

Great video sgain Kevin. The timbers look great after the scrape "forming tool" has been used Cheers Andy G

My wife and I were watching the video and she wanted to know how many models have you already hidden from Suzanne?

Hello Kevin! Where exactly did you buy the plans? I tried at Lauckstreet/Bob Hunt, but it transpired that he has "only" his own practicum (very good), but alas, no plans. In the video you speak about NMM, but this is probably not the only source? Thank you in advance! Robert

Make an 1:48 scale Big six master!!!

Go large

For me the best scale is 1/4

With the stem, stern and keel, I think you've already chosen the scale

My humble opinion: build it in 1/4 th scale. Larger always looks nicer, because people can better notice the details.

Hello Kevin! Myself I like to see how the ships compare. Further, bigger scale allows for more detail (yes, it costs time…) My problem personally is not my generous wife, but space. My models are mostly 1:64, but I wish dearly they would be bigger… Good luck with your decision and thanks for your videos!

1/4" Scale of course! .....better for old eyes to deal with. Tell Susan I encouraged you😂

Go big or go home!!

I would love to see you build this @ 1:48 scale Kevin. However, the scale you choose to build will bring very exciting viewing. Buy loads of flowers and chocolates for you wife.. 👍

Mr Kenney. Is it possible to compromise with 3/16 scale? Isn't it theoretically possible to make any scale.

I agree with the "real issue" consideration. One must always consider the impact on one's household partner. Other than that my vote is for the 1/48 scale as a good companion to the HMS Thorn model,

Kevin, I personally think you can easily get caught up in expressng the fine detail demanded in1/4. It imay involve many more trial and error hours to satisfy each component and will it be worth it regasrding how and where you will display the model. Tom Lauria (KZfaqr who I think all of us know) has a great video on observing models. Also, Paul Budzik (KZfaq: Scale Moidel Workshop) who is in my opinion one of the best plastic model builders also explains how fine a detail and paint finishes affect the impact of a model based on the display. So, I think the final resting place of the finished model in it's surroundings should be carefully considered before selecting the scale. Good luuck and anxiously awaiting your videos.

Go with the 1:48, it will allow you to add much more detail. You are an experienced modeler, and you will be ready for the added challenge of adding every last piece. About to start Hahn's "Hannah" myself.

Please can you direct me to CD version of plans and build to buy? I have searched with no luck.

Good afternoon. 1/48.

1/4" (1:48mm, please

Bit of a dillema, as has been previously mentioned with the reduced scale you will find it harder to add the fine detail, if you have the space i would opt for the larger scale. Is it possible to buy the plans, if so please could you advise from where.

The limiting factor is the space you have available for displaying the model. The rest will work itself out. What is your reason for making such a large model? Is it that you will be able to include a level of detail far above what you were limited to with smaller models? Regarding getting permission from the Admiral, you could consider selling other models you have to make the required room. She might accept that.

hi Kevin, the ideal size depends on the space you have to work on it and of course finding a place in the house that looks good, good luck; I ask you where I can get those boat plans on social networks, thank you

I would maintain the same scale as the Thorn. My wife also gets upset with any additional model. But that only lasts a short time. The model is for ever.

1/48

That's a real dilemma. At 1/4 scale it would illustrate the size difference between the Thorn and this one. On the other hand, at 1/4 scale displaying it might pose a problem. My personal option would be a 1/4 scale model. At 1/8 scale the detail gets too small, but that's just my opinion.

Build the bigger one..

For me the ideal scale for a modeler is 1/4" (1:48mm) and you are lucky to have a large workshop to build it in. It will be exciting to follow!!

For my ten penneth, I think that you should build the larger scale Your attention to detail, I think, would be lost on the smaller scale As has already been mentioned that the 2 problems of having enough room in your workshop and the weight of the model should not be ignored AND of course keeping your good lady happy many many new dresses might be needed lol Andy

Don't forget that when you are working on the beak, the bowsprit is gonna be 2 feet off the end of your desk. Not trying to say you should go for smaller, I personally want to see 1/4 scale, but just trying to keep it realistic. Heck, that may even be an advantage when rigging, what do I know?

Kevin, It seems to me that you should not spend too much time on the question of the scale until you ask Susan. But another question comes to mind. While you have a fantastic shop, can it accommodate both ships? In any event, good luck to you, dear pal!

Nice work Kevin, refreshing that someone shows the errors / issues encountered, and steps taken to resolve.

very nice work MR.kevin.thanks

Your work definitely has the seal of approval of Mickey and friends. Great closing images.

Really informative, I really appreciate it! Thank you so much!

I admire your patience and builds. There are special pliers in hobby shops to bend the planks. Those work a lot faster.

Great idea those home made clamps.

Really interesting to follow your build, you're lucky. For two years now I have had the book collection: The Fully Framed Model, except Volume 2 which is still "Sold Out". This book cannot be found online, even used, unless you buy the complete collection for over $500. I've started building the Speedwell and the Hayling Hoy but I'm stuck by the lack of this volume, it's really frustrating. I wrote to Seawatch books once a year ago but they never got a response. My two books on the Speedwell and the Hayling Hoy book are useless to me without The Fully Framed Model collection.

With the mica your stern could house a wood stove as well ;)

Wow Kevin. Brilliant channel. I’m glad I asked you about it. I like the polo shirt too lol.

I dont have anything to mitre the new wood, i might try sandpaper, alternativerly paint the plywood with some wood pigment

These sky,ights usually have black bars above the glass to protect 11:40 it, thats why the blacl lines look good

I was intenspding tp use co ktsil sticks

Are the tree nails for decoration. I would expect the treensils to be lighter than the greenheart, so would be very noticeable

When you talk about three inches, are you referring back to the full size boat and one has to scale down to the model. Or did you mean 3mm rabbet? Seems a lot