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📝 Prostates! Get a blood test.
13 days ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 (
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Good to hear it was found in time Luckyduck. We men tend to be a dismissive of illness but from my own experience, prostate cancer can creep up on you.
Success rates, if found early enough, are well in excess of 90% I understand, but vary from case to case.
Please don't take a chance and end up being a statistic.
Success rates, if found early enough, are well in excess of 90% I understand, but vary from case to case.
Please don't take a chance and end up being a statistic.
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📝 Prostates! Get a blood test.
13 days ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Good to hear from you all on this subject and thank you for the good wishes.
There seems to have been more media awareness recently, as prostate cancer has now surpassed female breast cancer as the most common cancer. This is undoubtedly due to more men asking for routine tests.
In my own case, the tumour was discovered before the cells escaped into the rest of the body, so I didn't need chemotherapy. A few months later and the story may have been different.
The diagnostic process can be a little daunting with several MRI scans, bone scans, hormone treatment and needle biopsy, but the anticipation was far worse than the actual procedures. Don't be afraid of "finding out". Post-radiotherapy monitoring will continue for 3 to 5 years.
Good health to all those who have had positive outcomes and again I would recommend regular PSA tests to all men over 50.
There seems to have been more media awareness recently, as prostate cancer has now surpassed female breast cancer as the most common cancer. This is undoubtedly due to more men asking for routine tests.
In my own case, the tumour was discovered before the cells escaped into the rest of the body, so I didn't need chemotherapy. A few months later and the story may have been different.
The diagnostic process can be a little daunting with several MRI scans, bone scans, hormone treatment and needle biopsy, but the anticipation was far worse than the actual procedures. Don't be afraid of "finding out". Post-radiotherapy monitoring will continue for 3 to 5 years.
Good health to all those who have had positive outcomes and again I would recommend regular PSA tests to all men over 50.
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📝 Prostates! Get a blood test.
14 days ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I am aware that many of the members of the model boat community are in their 50s or beyond and therefore in the zone for possible prostate problems.
I have just completed 4 weeks of radiotherapy, having been diagnosed in August 2025. Our NHS have been fantastic and the outcome is expected to be very positive, so I am not looking for support or sympathy.
However, I would urge all males "of a certain age" to get a PSA blood test. I only had the test after I contracted a persistent bladder infection and in the course of investigation they discovered the cancer cells. I had never considered a PSA test (I am 75) but the infection has probably saved my life.
Top Tip: Get a PSA test - it may be the best decision you've ever made.
I have just completed 4 weeks of radiotherapy, having been diagnosed in August 2025. Our NHS have been fantastic and the outcome is expected to be very positive, so I am not looking for support or sympathy.
However, I would urge all males "of a certain age" to get a PSA blood test. I only had the test after I contracted a persistent bladder infection and in the course of investigation they discovered the cancer cells. I had never considered a PSA test (I am 75) but the infection has probably saved my life.
Top Tip: Get a PSA test - it may be the best decision you've ever made.
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📝 The tools/equipment of the ship modeler.
14 days ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I have the same Record scroll saw. You can fit broader blades to give a straighter cut and with top and bottom blade clamps I have used coping saw and cut-down Junior Hacksaw blades with some success.
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📝 Fairey huntsman
10 months ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I always love the lines of a Fairey boat.
so much more elegant than the "plastic fantastic" cruisers of today.
so much more elegant than the "plastic fantastic" cruisers of today.
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📝 Fairey huntsman ladder
11 months ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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You've made an excellent job of the ladder. A very good finishing touch to the boat.
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💬 Re: The build of one of Glen L's boats - a model of Thunderbolt
1 year ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I had often thought of modelling one of Glen-L's designs, having had the printed catalogue from way back.
You have made a great model with some excellent engineering work and the "engine" finishes the whole look - very impressive Sir!
You have made a great model with some excellent engineering work and the "engine" finishes the whole look - very impressive Sir!
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📝 Fun at the lake
1 year ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Some sad sights there and a lot of $$$$ to put things back to "normal". I hope the residents have the tenacity and will to get back to how things were. Positive thoughts for all concerned.
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📝 Florida Hurricane Milton updates
1 year ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I'm so sorry to hear of the damage and devastation to your home and neighborhood. As has been said, you are alive, safe and well.
I hope you can rebuild, and reflect on what could have been much worse. Hang in there. Good luck!
I hope you can rebuild, and reflect on what could have been much worse. Hang in there. Good luck!
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📝 Time changeover
1 year ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I agree! I seem to recall that the UK government actually trialled NOT changing for a year, but why the experiment failed I can't remember.
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📝 Heat Sinks
1 year ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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When faced with a similar problem I have taken off the coupling, found the witness mark on the shaft and then ground a small flat on the shaft with a Dremel. Reassemble and "feel" for the grub screw engaging the flat on the shaft. A dab of Loctite on the grub screw doesn't do any harm.
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💬 Re: Fairey Marine Builds
1 year ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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You can't go wrong with the Fairey designs - such handsome boats. Even allowing for your "pause", your output is much better than mine. I thought retirement would give me plenty of time for building but it hasn't worked out like that - yet!
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💬 Re: Modified Stiletto project, success !
1 year ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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She runs well. Is birdstrike a significant problem at your lake? 😆
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💬 Re: Update Sept 2 2024
1 year ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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What a beautiful boat! Reminds me of flicking through the bound copies of my late Uncle's "Motor Boat and Yachting" in the late 1950s. At the time he had a Chris Craft launch on Lake Windermere, here in the UK and it infected me with an interest in classic boats.
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📝 Fun at the lake
1 year ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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A lovely boat that sits in the water very well. Very nicely detailed. Full marks to your build-Friend
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💬 Re: Loschkreuzer Weser
1 year ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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With some straightforward renovation that will make a fantastic model.
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💬 Re: Modified Stiletto project
1 year ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I've enjoyed reading this build blog and you have created a lovely model. Some interesting ideas that will come in useful for the future.
I've never incorporated sound systems on a model - perhaps now I'm inspired to start!
I've never incorporated sound systems on a model - perhaps now I'm inspired to start!
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📝 Graupner B 28 Speed Boat
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I had the smaller Graupner MiniSpeed, 30-something years ago that was very brisk with a standard 540 motor, x30 or x35 prop and 7.2 volt NiCad buggy pack.
A 550 would have more torque than my 540 and could drive a bigger prop. Also using a LiPo pack would save weight compared with my old boat.
Plenty of motor mount options - MFA do metal ones and there are vac-form and GRP mounts available too. I like the ones that cradle the motor but you may want to add watercooling which could complicate the mount.
Minispeed with standard 540 (Not my boat)
A 550 would have more torque than my 540 and could drive a bigger prop. Also using a LiPo pack would save weight compared with my old boat.
Plenty of motor mount options - MFA do metal ones and there are vac-form and GRP mounts available too. I like the ones that cradle the motor but you may want to add watercooling which could complicate the mount.
Minispeed with standard 540 (Not my boat)
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📝 What do you use to dust off your models?
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Amazon have these (very soft) >>>>
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📝 Ra Inga IV at the pond
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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A very handsome yacht. 👍
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💬 Re: Lydia Eva restoration
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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There are quite a few images of Lydia Eva online
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📝 Glasgow Riverside Museum
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Excellent portfolio of photographs and a fantastic museum. I don't get to Glasgow as often as I used to, but this museum looks to be definitely on my list.
Those builder's models are beautiful aren't they?
Thank you for posting these
Those builder's models are beautiful aren't they?
Thank you for posting these
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💬 Re: Modified Stiletto project
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I can't fault your financial calculations!
Stiletto is coming along nicely - the spray rails certainly add to the design and I remember they are very effective in use.
Stiletto is coming along nicely - the spray rails certainly add to the design and I remember they are very effective in use.
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📝 Father's Day
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I've had cards. gifts and text messages, but otherwise I've spent the day alone (as usual). At least you get things done on a day like that, without interruption.
I hope every Dad has enjoyed his day, whatever you've done.
I hope every Dad has enjoyed his day, whatever you've done.
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📝 The all new Citroen 2CV or the poor man's Rolls Royce
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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A travesty! Who would deface a lovely 2CV like that?
The 2CV is a real engineering masterpiece, and anything you would add to it, takes something away. (an engineer would understand that)
The 2CV is a real engineering masterpiece, and anything you would add to it, takes something away. (an engineer would understand that)
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💬 Re: H.A.Kits Thames Slipper launch chase boat
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Two magnificent models there! Velsheda really gets up to speed with a decent breeze doesn't she. Lovely model.
You've made a superb job of the launch too Martin. Perfect planking and the view over the bow is just like the full size.
Great video and thank you for sharing - an inspiration to the rest of us.
You've made a superb job of the launch too Martin. Perfect planking and the view over the bow is just like the full size.
Great video and thank you for sharing - an inspiration to the rest of us.
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📝 How do I bend plywood
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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The quality of the plywood is also important.
Back in the day the British Standard was BS1088 WBP - the latter initials standing for "Water and Boil Proof." With this stuff, there should be no delamination using water or normal steam.
The modern European standard is now EN 636-3, EN 314-2, Class 3. although I don't see it used as often in the thinner sections used by modellers. However, my advice would be to avoid most "Construction plywood" as the surface timbers are often coarse grained and the adhesive is not always water resistant.
Plywood has had a resurgence thanks to it being used as a substrate in some decorative veneer timber floors and in caravan/RV furniture - but wow hasn't the price gone up!
Back in the day the British Standard was BS1088 WBP - the latter initials standing for "Water and Boil Proof." With this stuff, there should be no delamination using water or normal steam.
The modern European standard is now EN 636-3, EN 314-2, Class 3. although I don't see it used as often in the thinner sections used by modellers. However, my advice would be to avoid most "Construction plywood" as the surface timbers are often coarse grained and the adhesive is not always water resistant.
Plywood has had a resurgence thanks to it being used as a substrate in some decorative veneer timber floors and in caravan/RV furniture - but wow hasn't the price gone up!
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💬 Re: PHASE CHANGE
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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You don't waste any time do you? Looks really good on the water, sits well.
Your wheelhouse is excellent and really looks the part. I'm very impressed and envious 👍
Your wheelhouse is excellent and really looks the part. I'm very impressed and envious 👍
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📝 How do I bend plywood
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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What depth of bend are you trying to achieve?
In the past I have always steamed or dampened the ply but on very tight bends I have had to resort to scoring the underside to remove some of the material or using double layers of thinner material with epoxy glues and laminating.
NB Plywood has an odd number of layers and hence has a "grain" and is easier to bend in one direction. Also beware that if it is building grade ply it may have some internal voids that can ruin your bend.
In the past I have always steamed or dampened the ply but on very tight bends I have had to resort to scoring the underside to remove some of the material or using double layers of thinner material with epoxy glues and laminating.
NB Plywood has an odd number of layers and hence has a "grain" and is easier to bend in one direction. Also beware that if it is building grade ply it may have some internal voids that can ruin your bend.
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📝 Vinyl cutting machine choice
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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cjanik001 - thank you for the detailed reply.
I will delve deeper into the Cricut, it does look like a useful machine e.g. for the fiddly wheelhouses and window frames
I will delve deeper into the Cricut, it does look like a useful machine e.g. for the fiddly wheelhouses and window frames
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