Polly Posted August 11, 2019 Author Share Posted August 11, 2019 That’s not an escutcheon plate Pops, its dirty old varnish where I removed the old lock. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gancanny Posted August 11, 2019 Share Posted August 11, 2019 (edited) RONDANAY is up for sale again polly the gentleman who bought her in 2013 passed away a couple of months ago it is here, https://www.wayfordmarine.com/advert-category/motor-boat/ Edited August 11, 2019 by gancanny link not working Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted August 11, 2019 Share Posted August 11, 2019 3 hours ago, JennyMorgan said: Paul, a piece of glass is good and easily replaced when it becomes blunt! I've tried glass, razor blades, stanley blades but nothing's as quick or gives as good a finish as a properly honed scraper. Nothing else can get that hooked burr which is the all important cutting surface. Despite the name a good scraper actually cuts, rather than scrapes. I inherited my fathers full set of Record scrapers, straight, bevelled, gooseneck, concave and convex, all in their leather roll with sharpening file and honing tool . Still use them regularly. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poppy Posted August 11, 2019 Share Posted August 11, 2019 2 hours ago, Polly said: That’s not an escutcheon plate Pops, its dirty old varnish where I removed the old lock. Blimey !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poppy Posted August 11, 2019 Share Posted August 11, 2019 I started to use one of these last winter. I've found it the best thing i've used so far. https://www.screwfix.com/p/harris-heavy-duty-tungsten-carbide-wood-scraper-2/45940 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPEEDTRIPLE Posted August 11, 2019 Share Posted August 11, 2019 44 minutes ago, Paul said: I've tried glass, razor blades, stanley blades but nothing's as quick or gives as good a finish as a properly honed scraper. Nothing else can get that hooked burr which is the all important cutting surface. Despite the name a good scraper actually cuts, rather than scrapes. I inherited my fathers full set of Record scrapers, straight, bevelled, gooseneck, concave and convex, all in their leather roll with sharpening file and honing tool . Still use them regularly. Hands on skills like yours are a rapidly dwindling resource. The IBBTC at Oulton Broad is hopefully training people of ALL ages, some senior, to develope these much needed skills, so we can carry on seeing traditional boats and boatbuilding on and around the Broads and around the country. I say of senior age because my brother is doing the course at the moment, and he is 63. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted August 11, 2019 Author Share Posted August 11, 2019 I looked at the scraper, Paul. Why is it hard to maintain? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timbo Posted August 12, 2019 Share Posted August 12, 2019 21 hours ago, Polly said: I looked at the scraper, Paul. Why is it hard to maintain? Something Doug taught me...sharp tools and the right tools for the job. I have two sets of chisels, planes, scrapers, basically anything with a blade in it Pauline. I keep one lot on or around the boat and the other lot is either in my car boot or in my workshop at home. The ones on the boat have a habit of getting chipped and generally abused, so tend to be almost useless. If I need to do some serious work, then the chisels come out of the car boot...BUT I keep a very close eye on them as sharp chisels attract the eye of those who like to chop through nails or open paint or varnish cans with them! When I've finished with them...they go back in the car, which is locked! Sharpening woodworking tools can get to be a hobby all on it's own and generates it's own set of tools! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted August 22, 2019 Author Share Posted August 22, 2019 Gancanny thanks but I couldn't find Rondonay. How much was she on for? Poppy, thanks, just off to Screwfix. We will be in and out of EW next week, maybe see you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrundallNavy Posted August 22, 2019 Share Posted August 22, 2019 https://www.wayfordmarine.com/advert-category/yacht/ It’s here Pauline. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted August 22, 2019 Author Share Posted August 22, 2019 Yes £2k and looking much as she did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPEEDTRIPLE Posted August 22, 2019 Share Posted August 22, 2019 Was there a member of the forum called Rondonay, i seem to remember that name from somewhere?. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclemike Posted August 22, 2019 Share Posted August 22, 2019 was paulines name and yacht, as far as i recall, she sold it in 2012 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VetChugger Posted August 22, 2019 Share Posted August 22, 2019 4 hours ago, SPEEDTRIPLE said: Was there a member of the forum called Rondonay, i seem to remember that name from somewhere?. I remember the name as well. I suspect it was in t'other place though! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VetChugger Posted August 22, 2019 Share Posted August 22, 2019 Not my night tonight! Wrong again! It was Ronaldo in t'other place! A good source for humour but sadly departed this world. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted August 23, 2019 Author Share Posted August 23, 2019 Yes I used Rondonay as my login on NBF until we sold her, if Mike says it was in 2012 then I believe him lol 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclemike Posted August 23, 2019 Share Posted August 23, 2019 this was created in 2012 dec, as you were offering a discount on rondonay 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted August 23, 2019 Author Share Posted August 23, 2019 Thank you so much for reminding me of that! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted August 28, 2019 Author Share Posted August 28, 2019 Making some progress in the cockpit 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted August 30, 2019 Author Share Posted August 30, 2019 We have taken the cockpit down to 120 grit and will take it further when its comes to finishing work now. Next objective is the cabin sides and outside coaming around the 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveO Posted August 30, 2019 Share Posted August 30, 2019 Looking good. Have you still got an air-cooled hull or has all the planking/ribs etc been sorted now? I have still got a bottle of Shepherd Neame Brilliant Ale for you, so you can pour a libation over the bows before she goes back in the water. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted August 30, 2019 Author Share Posted August 30, 2019 Air cooled and thanks for the libation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grendel Posted August 30, 2019 Share Posted August 30, 2019 1 hour ago, Polly said: Air cooled and thanks for the libation. is that a drink in a book storage facility Polly? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JanetAnne Posted August 30, 2019 Share Posted August 30, 2019 32 minutes ago, grendel said: is that a drink in a book storage facility Polly? Unlike a wine list which is a book in a drinks storage facility 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CambridgeCabby Posted August 30, 2019 Share Posted August 30, 2019 Not much gin left in the white plastic carrier I notice 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.