Disaster, trying to make too many models at the same time. The Diva has taken a bit of a back seat, silly really because it is a build that is relatively easy, well that is what I have found. Imagine a kit where everything fits
I have fitted some of the internal panels, all of beautifully cut veneer with the direction of grain as it should be. All the pieces fit and with the exception of a little delicate sanding it is a simple process of glueing it together. I have just this afternoon fitted the deck, one piece that looks really good. Keep experimenting with glues and have just started using Unibond ' No more nails wood adhesive' seems ok will have to wait to see if the boat falls apart when it hits the first wave on the water or gets moved about in the boot of the car.
It all seems embarrasingly easy, I have a pal who is building a Caldercraft Puffer as we speak and the bits and plans and drawings make it to say the least challenging. It will be a lovely boat when finished though.
Still unsure if I should varnish or paint the hull. Some of the models I have seen do look so dark and varnishing if not done well can look dreadful. 'Watch this space'
Hopefully photo downloaded. All the best Chris G