Bluejacket Shipworks Lobster Boat 5/8” = 1’

[Jimsky]

Congrats on your completion, and thanks for sharing your glue technics! looking forward to your next build.

 

[Uwek]

Many thanks for this interesting log - Congratulation
And off course I am also looking forward to see the new one - good choice

 

[Pathfinder65]

Odds and ends:

Added stripe to hull to separate the hull colors.



Enjoy.

Jan

 

[Pathfinder65]

First try working with InkJet Decals:

I've never tried making my own decals. I ordered a packet of Testors clear and white decal paper for use with my HP Officejet Printer.




The process was pretty simple. I made a Pages document on my iMac of the image I wanted on the decals.



After printing the decal page I let the OfficeJet ink dry overnight and fixed the decal with decal bonder.



After soaking the decals they separated from the backing paper and I transferred them to the Lobster boat hull.



Another modeling process learned.

Jan

 

[Pathfinder65]

Last minute add on:

I realized this morning that I had not done the handrails for the cockpit or the pilot house,



Little more filing and sanding, then varnish and I'll mount them.

Jan

 

[Pathfinder65]

Build is complete,

Jan

 

[Uwek]

Congratulations for this nicely and well done model of this working boat
- missing only the lobsters on the deck

 

[Pathfinder65]

Congratulations for this nicely and well done model of this working boat
- missing only the lobsters on the deck

It was a fun build. BTW the lobsters were good.

 

[Jimsky]

Congrats on your accomplishment! Very good build log and nice-looking model! How those lobsters were served with: wine or beer?

 

[Pathfinder65]

Congrats on your accomplishment! Very good build log and nice-looking model! How those lobsters were served with: wine or beer?

COORS

 

[Barry1]

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Build is complete,

Jan

Great build. Would you recommend this kit??

 

[Charles QC]

That is quite a nice build, I know a friend in Nova Scotia that will be trill to see your build he was thinking on one for a future build

 

[Jimsky]

That is quite a nice build, I know a friend in Nova Scotia that will be trill to see your build he was thinking on one for a future build

Does your friend know about SOS? If not, I encourage you to invite him and become a member of our family.

 

[Pathfinder65]

Great build. Would you recommend this kit??

Yes indeed, it was a great kit to build.

 

[Neophyte Shipwright]

Nice. One of my favorite working boats. Many, many years ago I built what if I remember correctly was a Mid West version and radio controlled it. Needless to say after years of abuse, I retired the ole gal. I have looked at this kit numerous time and have to admit, yours turned out swell. Thanks for shairing.
Rick

 

[SAHaskell]

Outstanding build log, Jan. There is a ton of helpful information; I made some notes and will return for more help as needed during my scratch build of the Donald David.
Great work!

 

[ChristineZ]

Thanks for posting this....I am beginning this very kit. "Karoline, Biddeford Maine" will be a gift for my daughter's home.

 

[Uwek]

Thanks for posting this....I am beginning this very kit. "Karoline, Biddeford Maine" will be a gift for my daughter's home.

Very nice idea - I am looking forward to see also your model if possible

 

[Pathfinder65]

Thanks for posting this....I am beginning this very kit. "Karoline, Biddeford Maine" will be a gift for my daughter's home.

I’m glad you liked my build. It’s a great kit and was fun to build.

 

[SAHaskell]

You're doing a great job, Pathfinder. Photos of actual boats in use are great, but there are huge variations in design. I have a photo of a "left-handed" lobster boat; it has the hoist pulley on the port side along with the wheel and all the controls. Apparently built by (or for) a left-handed lobster man.
Your kit is looking great! There is no end to possible stumbling blocks, but your careful attention and determination will prevail.
Best wishes.
Steven