Just the shutter plank to,go
HMS Thorn. Scratch build Swan class following the books written by David Antscherl and Greg Herbert
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new addition to the shop. Smith little torch
Its done. Whiskey plank installed.
Wonderfull work again. PS Do not drink the whiskey and light your new torch at the same time 
Its actually a bottle of Angostura’s finest rum, blended in 1999 formthe com-anies 175th anniversary. Its bottle #5 of 5
Congratulations for reaching this status - Very good work !!
My ignorance is again highlighted. Your work deserved the best.
Coincidently, my son introduced me to Plantation rum recently. A positive change from Scotland's holy tipple.
Great stuff Kevin. You're a wealth of knowledge.
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Dr Michael uses the needle method. The rotary tool is hand held though and not in the drill press. Time consuming but no more than other methods.
Just completed the last of the treenails
Planning to start the rudder today
An actual horseshoe clamp taken from the wreck of the HMS Janus. She sank in 1800 off Trinidad. This was given to me earlier this year by a commercial diver Robert Stauble who knew of my interest in out marine history. Notice how rough the casting is. Makes one wonder if it ws recessed or just bolted flat against the keel and the hull. Its 33 1/4“ wide, 22” high, the width of the cast is 3 1/2” and its 3/4” thick. The holes are 1 1/2” wide and there are 7 holes to take the bronze pins.
Absolutely Stunning. From time to time, I do tune into your youtube channel. I have learned a lot from your videos. Thank you for sharing.