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Now on to windows. I don't usually promote stuff here but I love this tool from MK or Micromark. Great little saw and it fits in the slots in the kits templates/jigs. So instead of having a too smooth knife cut I get a slightly roughed up but square cut. Minimal need for the tru sander or distressing afterwards.
I deviated from the manual again by building each window on the template and then I'll pick the best to go on the front wall. Still needs some details but getting there.
Frank
Terry
--Paul
This photo shows off your weathering to great effect. What a "wow factor" for this structure. Can't think of anything to add that hasn't already been said by Ken, Ed, Terry, Steve, Paul, Bryan, Carl and Robert.
http://www.craftsmankituniversity.com/vanforum/uploads/imageupload/388/1JDI0BCKQPPA.jpg
Later, Dave S Tucson, AZ
I've decided to start a bit of work on the stone wall (my favourite part) and then get back to finishing up the rest of the walls and windows.
Hopefully pictures later today
Jerry
Here's my first pass at the front wall.
Since building my first O scale kit (The Rigging Shed) I have always loved the way you can actually build a door stick by stick. That shed is still one of my favourite models. I thought I'd try and do the same here using the laserboard provided as a base and using the scrap wood from the siding to overlay. Still needs some hinges and a knob but it should pass.
Jerry
Nice to see how each piece of the final puzzle is shaping up piece by piece, segment by segment. Always looking forward to more progress posts as pieces of the puzzle are added along with photos.
Will you try to match the door weathering to the siding weathering or do you have something else in mind.
Later, Dave S. Tucson, AZ
i can hardly wait to get to those stone walls....
and engine909 (not the one after 909) sad we're going to do joint build, so t hat should be fun.
I did indeed start after you but I didn't have a flood and other major issues to deal with.
Thanks Bryan and Robert. I'd like to add a bit of slimy green to some of the lower stones and maybe darken the grout in some parts for more contrast.
Office walls are done.
Now just the glue up. Experimenting with colouring the siding on the warehouse. Then I can start that structure.
Frank
The clapboard part of the office is mostly done now so I'm staging it here:
Now on to the Warehouse.
One sweet build to date. I'm learning a lot from your explanations and photos.
The windows on the second story clapboard section of the Office are executed exceptionally well.
I would have to guess that the SierraWest O-Scalers among us are all anxiously awaiting the release of the Truck Repair Shop.
Later, Dave S. Tucson, AZ
I am going to build the machine shop next and make it into a box and stave factory and want to get the same look that you have........Carl............