Sultana build log – Part 25

And more planking… This is only my second time planking a hull, and it shows.

Planking the model
Planking the model

At the bow, things are getting a bit clinkered. I think it will be ok after gap filling and sanding, especially since I plan to paint the hull. The 1/8″ x 1/16″ strips I’m using are so thin already that not much spiling is possible.

Planking at the bow
Planking at the bow

Here’s the ugly part, the stern. Some of the planks broke while I was clamping them in place. The others I haven’t cut down because I’m uncertain about where to end them. Also, it’s a little hard to see here, but the wale strake should have been twisted much more back here. I think I may end up sanding down the wale strake completely then glue a 1/8″ x 1/16″ strip on top.

Planking at the stern
Planking at the stern

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