bluejacket

All frames/stringers faired. Next, in this Bluejacket kit, plank the Garboard(s). Followed by rest of hull plankng, to sheer (done frame/hull upside down). Looking for any encouragement here, since I've never done scale planking (tapered, steelers, etc.). I like challenges, really need...

This is the current state of the OREGON kit I've been developing for BJ. Still quite a way to go, but I like to temporarily place parts as I build just to get a feel for how things are fitting.

This will be my build log for the steam tug Seguin and a "Dumb Barge" of my own design. The Kit is from Bluejacket Ship Crafters (kit #KLW108) in 1/4" scale and was received as a birthday gift in 2021. First, I have finished this project. I am doing the build log now because during the actual...

I'm currently developing a 1/96 scale plank on bulkhead kit of the six-masted schooner WYOMING for BlueJacket. When completed, it will be 56.25" boom tip to boom tip. The hull is about 44" on deck. The deck is planked with 1/16" square bass (about 150 pieces). There are a lot of pieces in...

USS Cairo 1862 kit BlueJacket kit K1111 1/16 '' at feet 1: 192 When we think about the American Civil War, think about the great land battle Gettysburg, Chickamauga, Spotsylvania, Bull Run, Shiloh and so much else, but have forgotten the 51 naval battles important for the control of the...

Monitor BlueJacket kit K1035 1/16’’ = 1 foot Note a combo can be obtained Monitor and Virginia kit K1037 BlueJacket is the oldest American ship model company. It has been in operation since 1905 I visited their store some year ago I really felt like I was in a museum. If you're interested here...

The start of a new build: What’s in the box? The plans. The parts. More to come later.