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PHOTO 112: Fit another mast-hole ring (169) centred on the top deck hole for the main mast, plus another one on the lower
deck, corresponding to the same mast. The mast-hole ring (170) is for the mizzen mast.
PHOTO 113: Now make up the fairleaders (171), from one of the 4x4 mm strips. Use a file to give them the shape shown in the
photo and then make three 1 mm diameter holes in each one.
PHOTOS 114–146: These photos show close up views of the construction which may help as a guide when it comes to fitting
the different parts of the hull, masts and rigging, and running gear.
MASTS AND RIGGING
In order to make up the masts the first step is to cut the rods to size, as indicated in the parts list, or by taking measurements
directly from plans, which are printed in 1/1 scale.
All of the masts and yards have a certain conical shape to them.
In order to achieve this conical shape for the masts, sand down the rod (using a sander), sanding down more as you get closer
to the end where you want to decrease the diameter. Roll the rod so that the wear is the same all round it and until you achieve
the diameter indicated in the plan.
To ensure the conical shape of the yards carry out the same operations as above, only this time at both ends of the rod.
In order to make up the masks for this model correctly you must take the following into account:
Plans
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The close up photos of the masts
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The measurements and description of the materials given in the parts list
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The "IP" Parts Identification sheets
The masts must be varnished and some of the parts that make them up will have to be painted. See overall photos of the masts.
Once they have been assembled and varnished attach their tackle (slings, blocks, eyebolts, clump blocks, etc.) and attach them
to the ship. The masts must be inserted until they come up against the slots of in the false keel.
RUNNING GEAR
In order to make up the running gear for this ship follow the alphabetic order printed ton plans, which indicate the order for fitting
(ropes, clump blocks, blocks, etc.), highlighted in red. In combination with the parts list this will act as a guide to the type of
materials to be used.
To simulate the aging of the sails, these can be boiled in tea and left to dry well creased up. Fit the sails without ironing them, so
that they have more body.
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