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Title: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 10, 2017, 08:38:56 PM
Hi All:

I'm back to HO Scale. I will be starting Stuffing Brewing co. tomorrow.

Here's A photo from the kit.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: madharry on May 11, 2017, 06:30:51 AM
Looking forward to the build Karl. I built this kit 14 years ago and it is on my Mill Falls show layout. It is a great kit.

Mike  :)
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 11, 2017, 07:27:49 AM
Hi Mike:

Glad to have you following along.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: jerryrbeach on May 11, 2017, 07:42:23 AM
Karl,
I'll be following along, too. 
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: GPdemayo on May 11, 2017, 08:45:04 AM
I'll be watching too Karl.  :)
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: ReadingBob on May 11, 2017, 11:24:23 AM
I make it point to never miss a Karl thread.  I also make it a point to follow along on FSM builds.  So this is a two'fer!   ;D  ;D  ;D  This is in my stash of 'someday I'll get to it' kits.   ::)
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: sdrees on May 11, 2017, 12:03:38 PM
Hi Karl,

this looks like a challenging build.  I will follow along.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: jimmillho on May 11, 2017, 12:05:27 PM
Like Bob, I always follow a Karl Build.

Jim
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 11, 2017, 01:05:56 PM
Hi Jerry, Greg, Bob, Steve And Jim:

Thank for the encouragement and also for following along.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 11, 2017, 01:07:37 PM
Hi Guys:

As per the instructions the main walls are stained with Floquil Driftwood stain. Had to open a brand new bottle. Next is a coat of Depot Olive.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: Dave K. on May 11, 2017, 04:58:51 PM
Your public wants lots of pictures, Karl! Following along...
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: Janbouli on May 11, 2017, 06:33:23 PM
I'm in for the ride.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: S&S RR on May 11, 2017, 07:53:19 PM
Karl


Great to have you back in HO scale.  I'm looking forward to watching your progress.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 11, 2017, 07:53:51 PM
Hi Dave & Jan:

Thanks for following along.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 11, 2017, 07:54:42 PM
Hi John:

Welcome aboard.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: EricQuebec on May 11, 2017, 10:01:08 PM
Hey Karl, count me in too. :)
Eric Quebec city
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: MAP on May 12, 2017, 04:56:13 AM
I've got my eye on this one as well Karl.  Always fun watching one of your build threads.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: mario1 on May 12, 2017, 07:00:09 AM
Hi Karl

Oh Ya Im on the wagon. Lots of pics. Cant wait  ;D

Mario
FW&RRry
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: ACL1504 on May 12, 2017, 07:51:20 AM
Karl,

The pressure is on. You have many many followers.

Tom ;D
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: tct855 on May 12, 2017, 08:14:48 AM
Quote from: ACL1504 on May 12, 2017, 07:51:20 AM
Karl,

The pressure is on. You have many many followers.

Tom ;D



Many followers?  I'm confused?  Who's Karl?
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: donatode on May 12, 2017, 11:48:12 AM
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Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: fsmcollector67 on May 12, 2017, 01:39:03 PM
Karl,
It is always a pleasure to see your work, and to see your innovative ideas, and techniques....I will be keeping a watch on this one as well....
Loren....
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 12, 2017, 04:43:52 PM
Hi Eric, Mark, Mario, tom, Thom, Donato & Loren:

Thanks to everyone fro fol;owing along. Much appreciated.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 12, 2017, 04:47:04 PM
Ok Guys:

Here's a progress shot.

Walls are painted. 1st coat was Floquil Driftwood Stain, 2nd coat is Floquil Depot Olive applied as a Stain. This was applied by dipping the brush between thinner and the paint. Then A&I was applied. Has some of the gray showing through slightly. Windows, shutter and man door are painted earth. Freight doors are primed waiting for the 2nd coat.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 13, 2017, 03:47:21 PM
Hi All:

Got some more work done today. Here's a photo.

karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: ACL1504 on May 13, 2017, 05:23:07 PM
Looking good, er, I mean great Karl. Wonderful start.

Tom ;D
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 16, 2017, 04:30:39 PM
Hi Tom:

Thanks for the compliment. Been working on the walls. Here's A progress pic. Hope it looks OK.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 16, 2017, 05:29:59 PM
Hi All:

Main walls are being assembled.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 16, 2017, 05:47:12 PM
Hi All:

Main walls are assembled. Cornice is next.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 16, 2017, 06:56:26 PM
Hi guys:

Got A little more done.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: jerryrbeach on May 16, 2017, 08:01:05 PM
Karl,
Looking great, as usual!
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on May 16, 2017, 08:30:40 PM
I'm following. Man are you quick on the build Karl. It looks great.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 17, 2017, 07:28:45 AM
Hi Jerry& Curt:

Thanks for all the kind words. Much appreciated.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: donatode on May 17, 2017, 12:40:13 PM
Karl, retire that frog....you should now be known as ....


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Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 18, 2017, 01:36:38 PM
Hi Donato:

Yeah but I like my Froggy The Gremlin.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 18, 2017, 01:37:39 PM
Hi Guys:

Got A little more work done today on the main building. Star case and the Stuffy's sign is installed.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on May 18, 2017, 02:59:39 PM
Karl,

Nicely done. The colors go together well, and I really like the way you did the overlapping signage.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 18, 2017, 06:24:11 PM
Hi Curt:

Appreciate your compliment. Here's another progress photo.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: tom.boyd.125 on May 19, 2017, 03:39:59 AM
Karl,
Great start on this yellow box classic kit. Will follow along and watch you work your magic again !  ;)
Tommy
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 19, 2017, 07:30:56 AM
Hi  Tom:

Thanks for the compliment and following along. Mush appreciated.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: MAP on May 19, 2017, 06:19:39 PM
Looking good Karl.  I really like your colors, and the build is always top shelf.  Keep those photos coming.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 19, 2017, 08:48:58 PM
Hi Mark:

Thanks buddy. Will do Maybe another pic tomorrow.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: jerryrbeach on May 20, 2017, 06:55:06 AM
Karl,
Another wonderful structure kit is coming to life in your hands.  Thanks for sharing your modeling with us.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: ACL1504 on May 20, 2017, 07:54:00 AM
Karl,

I really like watching your builds. Great job so far. Of course, we don't expect anything less. ;D ;D


Tom ;D
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: Mkrailway on May 20, 2017, 10:02:31 AM
Karl, what have you done here? It's a sweet looking build and wonderful to follow.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 20, 2017, 05:29:56 PM
Hi Jerry, Tom & marty:

Thanks for the compliments. Got a little more done. Roof is on the front addition and the gravel roof is done on the main building.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on May 20, 2017, 07:18:28 PM
Looks great.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 21, 2017, 04:02:05 PM
Hi curt:

Thanks for the compliment. I have installed the roof trusses.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on May 21, 2017, 04:19:21 PM
I really like the wood shingle roof. I need to have a building with that type of roof at some point! 8)
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 21, 2017, 06:03:07 PM
Hi Curt:

Thanks glad you like it.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: fbernard65 on May 21, 2017, 09:14:57 PM
Karl,

Made some good progress since I saw the model in person yesterday.  ;D

Frank
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 22, 2017, 07:40:16 AM
Hi Frank:

Yeah it was great to spend a few hours with you. had a great time. The water tank dowel has its wood glued around it.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: jknapp on May 22, 2017, 06:51:22 PM
Hi Karl.....looking good!  Back to incognito mode...
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: SteveCuster on May 22, 2017, 08:17:30 PM
Looks good Karl. This is another favorite FSM kit of mine.

-Steve
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: jerryrbeach on May 23, 2017, 08:04:06 AM
Karl,
Love the gravel roof, you really nailed the look of the prototype.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 23, 2017, 10:24:57 PM
Hi John, Steve & Jerry:

Thanks for the compliments. Been working on the water tank. Got a ways to go yet.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: Mike Engler on May 24, 2017, 08:27:39 AM
This is one of George's kits I unfortunately never caught up with.

Terrific job so far. I also like the gravel roof- did you apply whatever you used for the gravel with the 3M transfer tape?
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 24, 2017, 09:18:14 AM
Hi Mike:

Thanks for the compliment. Here's how I applied the roof

1) Thick black paint from the hardware store.

2) While still wet pour the dirt on. Shake off loose stuff and let it dry.  I believe this is how George does it.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: Vilius on May 24, 2017, 10:03:03 AM
Nice job, Karl. Looking forward to the rest of it.

I have done few roofs that way. Don't use water based paint though or your roof will sag. And don't ask how do I know that  8).

Vilius
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 26, 2017, 01:05:26 PM
Thank fro the compliment. It's not water based paint.  Water tank is finished. Found a nice cast plaster water tank roof in my stuff so I used that.

Here's a photo.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on May 26, 2017, 03:15:43 PM
Beautiful job on the building.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 26, 2017, 03:51:46 PM
Hi Curt:

Thanks for the compliment. Much appreciated.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: richbeau on May 26, 2017, 04:41:10 PM
Fine workmanship as always Karl. I should buy this kit I've never built it.
I just don't know about that tank roof. Maybe it's the camera angle (or lens), or maybe it's just me - it seems a bit out of proportion to the tank itself.
--Rich
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 26, 2017, 08:25:35 PM
Hi Rich:

Thanks for the reply and compliment. I like the roof maybe its the way I took the photo. But then that's why there's chocolate & vanilla.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: MAP on May 29, 2017, 07:05:42 AM
Excellent build Karl. 
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 29, 2017, 04:30:15 PM
Hi MNark:

Thanks appreciate your compliment.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 29, 2017, 04:31:23 PM
Hi All:

The main building is finished. All the roof details are on. Hmm what to do net. Possible the cast brick buiuling on the left side.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on May 29, 2017, 06:50:38 PM
You did a really great job Karl, and I look forward to seeing the add on.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: S&S RR on May 29, 2017, 08:32:34 PM
Karl


As always, very nice work. Looking forward to the details.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 29, 2017, 08:33:08 PM
Hi Curt:

thanks for the reply and compliment. Much appreciated.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 29, 2017, 08:33:47 PM
Hi John:

Thanks buddy appreciate what have to say as always.

Thanks:

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: jerryrbeach on May 30, 2017, 07:08:02 AM
Karl,
Once again, beautiful modeling.  You never disappoint!
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on May 30, 2017, 07:27:49 AM
Hi Jerry:

Thanks for the compliment much appreciated.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: GPdemayo on May 30, 2017, 08:59:30 AM
Looking good Karl..... 8)
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 01, 2017, 11:09:31 AM
Hi Greg:

Thanks buddy.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 02, 2017, 07:38:40 PM
Hi giys:

Been working on the base and getting  the street cut and put into place.It still needs to be painted and will probably get to it tomorrow.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: Jerry on June 03, 2017, 11:44:44 AM
Just getting caught up here Karl.  Looking great. 

I love that water tank great job.

Jerry
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 03, 2017, 09:03:45 PM
Hi Jerry:

Thanks for the compliment. Much appreciated. Glad you liked the water tank.


Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 05, 2017, 03:31:44 PM
Hi Guys:

Have the sidewalks, curbs and the street installed on the base.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on June 05, 2017, 03:51:14 PM
Very nice job on the kit.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 06, 2017, 01:09:02 PM
Hi Curt:

Thanks appreciate it.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: ACL1504 on June 06, 2017, 01:15:18 PM
Karl,

I've been late on many of my posts for your thread. The build is absolutely wonderful. I'm just running out of words to praise your work and builds.

Most excellent my friend.

Tom ;D
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: donatode on June 06, 2017, 09:01:07 PM
Quote from: ACL1504 on June 06, 2017, 01:15:18 PM
Karl,

I've been late on many of my posts for your thread. The build is absolutely wonderful. I'm just running out of words to praise your work and builds.

Most excellent my friend.

Tom ;D


I find myself tongue-tied as well ... !!!
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Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 07, 2017, 11:22:44 AM
Hi Tom:

Thanks buddy appreciate your compliment very much.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 07, 2017, 11:23:55 AM
Hi Donato:

Thanks for the compliment. Hope you get that knot out of your tongue by lunchtime.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 08, 2017, 05:51:48 PM
Hi Guys:

Got A little more work done on the kit. Added sidewalk details. I used Tichey street lamps as on of my kit casting was broke in half.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: JusticeCity on June 09, 2017, 11:26:10 AM
Karl,

I like the way it is all coming together. The tones are well blended and the profile looks great.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 10, 2017, 09:35:40 AM
Hi Marty:

Thanks appreciate the compliment.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 10, 2017, 09:47:37 AM
Hi All:

Got A little more work done. Added some weeds and trash to the street. Also working on telephone pole.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 10, 2017, 12:38:26 PM
Hi All:

Front of Main build is finished with all its details. Just finished the telephone pole.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: sdrees on June 10, 2017, 12:51:24 PM
Hi Karl,

Stuffy's Brewing Company is looking fantastic.  Keep it up.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 10, 2017, 02:03:47 PM
Hi Steve:

Thanks buddy appreciate it.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: donatode on June 10, 2017, 02:31:59 PM
Dang!!!  Even the trash looks "neat" ....
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on June 10, 2017, 03:28:34 PM
Excellent work Karl.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: Janbouli on June 10, 2017, 05:27:50 PM
Great build Karl, but I expect nothing less from you. I love the light on the electricity post , does it come with the kit or are they from ???
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: ACL1504 on June 11, 2017, 07:50:43 AM
Karl,

Love it!

Tom ;D
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: GPdemayo on June 11, 2017, 08:13:24 AM
Great job Karl.....can't wait to see the rest of the project.  8)
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: S&S RR on June 11, 2017, 08:47:21 AM
Very nice work Karl!  It is all about the details.  Another great build.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 11, 2017, 02:02:29 PM
Hi Donato,  Curt, Jan, Tom, Greg & Joh>

Hey Guys Thanks for all the great compliments. Much appreciated. Here's a few Pics.

1) Walls Assembled.

2) Stucco applied with Rustoleum gritty paint.

3) 2 With Stucco Applied.

4) paint with Camouflage sand that looks like earth.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on June 11, 2017, 02:34:02 PM
Nice build and that paint is amazing!
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 12, 2017, 07:38:10 AM
Hi Curt:

thanks appreciate your comment.

Thanks:

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: jimmillho on June 12, 2017, 11:57:29 AM
Karl,
That is a kewl looking paint.

Jim
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 13, 2017, 07:24:16 AM
Hi Jim:

Glad you like it.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 13, 2017, 03:47:52 PM
Hi Guys:

Got A little more done. Shades and curtains are installed. 2 curtains are flowing out of the windows. Also have a guy looking out one of the open windows.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: richbeau on June 13, 2017, 08:29:13 PM
Starting to really take shape Karl. I love how the addition of the tavern really adds to what you've already done. Makes George's design 'pop.' Always loved your workmanship.
--Rich
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on June 13, 2017, 09:05:51 PM
Very cool details.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 14, 2017, 07:37:05 AM
Hi Rich:

Thanks for the compliment. Much appreciated. Roof is next. Both roofs are removable to add lighting later. Glad to have you aboard.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 14, 2017, 07:37:51 AM
Hi Curt:

Glad you like the details. Thanks.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 15, 2017, 07:34:01 AM
Hi Guys:

Been working on the news stand and cellar doors that are part of the tavern. maybe a photo today.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 15, 2017, 05:44:23 PM
Hi guys:

Got some more done today. The tavern is glued to the base. The Cellar doors, News stand and shoe shine are installed.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on June 15, 2017, 06:03:58 PM
Looks great Karl. I forgot to ask before how you did the blowing drapes?
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: ACL1504 on June 15, 2017, 07:17:36 PM
Karl,

A wonderful build, AGAIN! Great stuff my friend.

Tom ;D
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 16, 2017, 07:58:50 AM
Hi Curt:

Thanks for the compliment. Blowing drapes are made from facial tissue. They are cut 7/8" Long X 1/8" wide. Glued at the top of the window. Pulled out & shaped then hit with thinned down white glue.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 16, 2017, 07:59:49 AM
Hi Tom:

Thanks buddy. Glad you are enjoying the build.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on June 16, 2017, 10:46:31 AM
Thanks for the info Karl.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 16, 2017, 11:12:45 AM
Hi Curt:

You are quite welcome.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: MAP on June 18, 2017, 06:08:42 AM
Really looks great Karl!
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 19, 2017, 07:38:06 AM
Hi Mark:

Thanks for the compliment. Much appreciated.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 21, 2017, 02:47:02 PM
Hi All:

Main structure and tavern are finished. Added the mail box, trash can, Bench (which has to be built), pole under corner of tavern and the roof billboard and chimney.

Here's a photo.

Karl 
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: ACL1504 on June 21, 2017, 03:56:15 PM
Karl,

I think I'm a broken record when I say, "Fantastic and well done, well done, well done, well done and so on.

Fantastic job my friend.

Tom ;D
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 21, 2017, 08:21:35 PM
Hi Tom:

Thanks as usual. Appreciate it.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: fbernard65 on June 21, 2017, 09:01:47 PM
Karl,

Looking great as usual!!!

Frank
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: GPdemayo on June 22, 2017, 08:45:01 AM
Another great build.....thanks for sharing Karl.  8)
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 22, 2017, 09:48:15 AM
Hi Frank:

Thanks buddy. See you Saturday at The F&SM RR.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 22, 2017, 09:49:04 AM
Hi Greg:

You are quite welcome. Glad to have you following along.

Thanks:

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on June 22, 2017, 10:03:38 AM
Great job Karl.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: donatode on June 22, 2017, 12:15:32 PM
Karl.....OutStanding!!!
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 22, 2017, 07:40:24 PM
Hi Curt & Donato:

Thanks for the compliments. Much appreciated.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: S&S RR on June 23, 2017, 09:06:06 AM
Karl


Another very nice build my friend.  You never let us down. So what's next?
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: Dave K. on June 23, 2017, 11:42:00 AM
Nicely done, Karl. Here you go...from last week's open house...
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: engine909 on June 24, 2017, 06:02:32 PM
Great scene, are the two dudes in the red pants twins?
ed
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: tom.boyd.125 on June 24, 2017, 10:11:38 PM
Quote from: postalkarl on May 12, 2017, 04:47:04 PM
Ok Guys:

Here's a progress shot.

Walls are painted. 1st coat was Floquil Driftwood Stain, 2nd coat is Floquil Depot Olive applied as a Stain. This was applied by dipping the brush between thinner and the paint. Then A&I was applied. Has some of the gray showing through slightly. Windows, shutter and man door are painted earth. Freight doors are primed waiting for the 2nd coat.

Karl
Karl,
Another great build !
Are you still using Floquil Dio-Sol as a thinner for your washes or have you moved unto something else ?
Reason asking lots of us still have Floquil paints but no more Floquil Dio-Sol...Do you know the best thing to use or to thin their paints down for airbrushing too ?
Tommy
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 25, 2017, 03:05:07 PM
Hi Ed:

The photo above is Stuffy's on the F&SM. Not the one I'm building. Maybe they are twins???

Karl

Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 25, 2017, 03:07:01 PM
Hi Tom:

I use A&I for my washes and gray craft paint for dry-brushing.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 26, 2017, 02:03:54 PM
Tommy: Try using laquer thinner to thin Floquil. It might work.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: deemery on June 26, 2017, 05:24:30 PM
Lacquer Thinner is a good cleaner for Floquil.  It's my recollection that the older Dio-Sol was a (proprietary) mixture of Xylene and other solvents.  They changed the formula for Dio-Sol when Testors had to change Floquil to meet some safety concerns. 


dave
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 27, 2017, 04:25:18 PM
Hi Dave:

Thanks for the info. Much appreciated.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 27, 2017, 04:27:35 PM
Hi Guys:


Been working on the boiler hose for a few days now. Parts need some adjusting for a good fit. I see I missed a gap on the corner. I will fill that in. I had to adjust the roof by 3/32nds of an inch on the rear peak to make it level. Maybe I did something wrong not sure.

Here's a pic.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on June 27, 2017, 04:46:19 PM
Karl-nice little build.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 27, 2017, 08:40:47 PM
Hi Curt:

Thanks appreciate it.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 29, 2017, 07:29:31 AM
Hi Guys:

Got the roof mostly done yesterday. Will finish it up today and take a photo. Then on to the coal shed and smoke stack.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 30, 2017, 03:45:17 PM
Hi All:

The boiler house & coal shed are finished. I painted my boiler house roof red oxide. I was a house painter at one point and most of these roofs I painted were this color. The kit instructions are for a rusted weathered roof. I wanted my roof to look good. Next is the smoke stack for the boiler house.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: deemery on June 30, 2017, 03:47:54 PM
I have a standing seam roof to be painted, and I've been mulling over either trying to get a "terne metal" or "zinc" look, or painting it.  Most older metal roofs I've seen were painted red oxide.


dave
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on June 30, 2017, 07:13:41 PM
Looks awesome.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 30, 2017, 08:47:27 PM
Hi Curt:

Thanks appreciate it.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on June 30, 2017, 08:49:01 PM
Hi Dave:

Like I said I painted quite a few of them when I was A house painter. What is teme metal?

Karl

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: Dave K. on July 01, 2017, 07:48:23 AM
I'm always impressed that Karl's builds are so clean, tight and precise. No sloppy joints, no gaps. I'd like to pull up a chair and do a make - 'n' - take in his shop. 👍🏻
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: donatode on July 01, 2017, 03:31:24 PM
Karl, as usual, ..... Nice Job....
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: deemery on July 01, 2017, 04:12:38 PM
In the 1860's, the options for metal roofs were copper, lead, tin-coated iron, and terne-coated steel. Tin-coated malleable iron was disappearing at the time. Copper and terne rolled roofs were very popular during that vintage--terne more so because it was less expensive.  Terne is an alloy of lead and tin that provides excellent corrosion protection for steel.
(http://www.hereandthere.org/oldhouse/terne-metal-roofs.html (http://www.hereandthere.org/oldhouse/terne-metal-roofs.html))
Basically, an early version of 'galvanized' from an appearance perspective.

dave
(sometimes the forum software does strange formatting that I can't figure out how to remove...)
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: rpdylan on July 01, 2017, 05:23:56 PM
really nice work Karl,
     everything looks so good- the coloring is great. Your postings are really appreciated, I love to see other peoples work!
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on July 02, 2017, 01:19:52 PM
Hi Dave:

WOW you really know your stuff. Thanks for the info and pics. Much appreciated.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on July 02, 2017, 01:20:52 PM
Hi Bob:

Thanks for the compliment. Much appreciated.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on July 02, 2017, 01:22:25 PM
Hi All:

The front of the diorama is finished. All left to to do is the back with the track and its canopy. Shouldn't take top long. Not sure why thew chimney looks crooked. It looks straight on the model. Possibly camera angle.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on July 02, 2017, 02:17:28 PM
Hi All:

Thought I'd take A nicer photo.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: fbernard65 on July 02, 2017, 02:18:29 PM
Karl,

Awesome job buddy!!!!

Frank
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: deemery on July 02, 2017, 02:31:35 PM
Terne looks a bit like pewter, if I remember correctly.  The Model Masters "Jet Exhaust" would be a good starting point.  http://www.art-paints.com/Paints/Acrylic/Testors/Model-Master/Jet-Exhaust/Jet-Exhaust.html  That's an interesting color as a base or a weathering coat for non-shiny metals.  Another good color (one that is acrylic based) is Vallejo "Burnt Metal" http://www.scalemodeladdict.com/SMF/index.php?topic=12668.0


dave
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: ACL1504 on July 02, 2017, 02:37:42 PM
Quote from: fbernard65 on July 02, 2017, 02:18:29 PM
Karl,

Awesome job buddy!!!!

Frank


Karl,

What Frank said and more.

Tom ;D
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on July 02, 2017, 03:24:32 PM
Hi Frank & Tom:

Thanks guys appreciate your compliments. Dave thanks for the additional info.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: sdrees on July 02, 2017, 08:26:26 PM
Karl this project is looking very nice. 
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on July 03, 2017, 07:30:07 AM
Hi Steve;

thanks buddy much appreciated.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on July 03, 2017, 09:43:25 AM
Beautiful job.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: GPdemayo on July 03, 2017, 01:42:53 PM
Looking good Karl.....
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on July 03, 2017, 07:48:33 PM
Hi Gurt & Greg:  Thanks for the compliments.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: S&S RR on July 04, 2017, 07:48:51 PM
Very nice work!
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on July 05, 2017, 11:13:11 AM
Hi John:

Thanks buddy. Hope to finish up today with any kind of luck.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on July 06, 2017, 11:39:00 AM
Hi Guys:

I'm finished with this one here's the final photos.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: S&S RR on July 06, 2017, 11:57:03 AM
Karl


Another first class build from a master.  Thanks for sharing it with us.  So what is Karl going to build next????
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: Zephyrus52246 on July 06, 2017, 12:54:01 PM
Great work per usual, Karl.  Duffy's was my second FSM kit build.  Thanks for rekindling the memory.   ;D


Jeff
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: PRR Modeler on July 06, 2017, 05:00:33 PM
Beautiful build.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: GPdemayo on July 06, 2017, 05:32:28 PM
Great scene Karl..... 8)
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: Janbouli on July 06, 2017, 05:36:11 PM
Thank you for sharing your wonderful builds Karl, always a delight to follow.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: sdrees on July 06, 2017, 10:21:12 PM
Hi Karl,

Another great build by Karl.  You do amazing work.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: donatode on July 06, 2017, 10:50:32 PM
Once again Karl.....OUTSTANDING!!

Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on July 07, 2017, 03:28:31 PM
Hi John, Jeff, Curt, Greg, Jan, Steve & Donato:

Hi guys thanks for all the great compliments. glad you enjoyed the build.

Thanks:

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: cuse on July 11, 2017, 10:41:04 PM
Great build Karl. I always enjoy your work!


John
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on July 12, 2017, 09:32:46 AM
Hi John:

Thanks Buddy appreciate it.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: jimmillho on July 12, 2017, 11:02:41 AM
Karl,
I am speechless, I do not have any words to offer on the quality of this build.

It is awesome.

Jim
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on July 12, 2017, 11:21:05 AM
Hi Jim:

Thanks very much appreciated.

Karl
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: donatode on July 12, 2017, 02:04:52 PM
Ditto.....to all the above.
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: LongHornCaddy on July 12, 2017, 02:44:40 PM
Nice job Karl!
Title: Re: Stuffy's Brewing Co FSM Jewel Series #3
Post by: postalkarl on July 12, 2017, 03:20:00 PM
Hi Donato:

Thanks buddy appreciate it muchly.

Karl
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