Bluenose by Scientific

[Fright]

A great looking ship Robert and I've enjoyed watching you build her,

Cheers Andy

Andy - many thanks! I certainly learned some valuable skills with this little kit and look forward to getting started on my Bounty Launch. Here's to new adventures for all of us!!!

 

[Fright]

Fright you made a great build of this old kit. Very nice job.

Anthony - many thanks for your compliment and I am very content with how she turned out. This was truly a good learning experience in using blocks and rigging lines. As my 1st wooden kit, this was a 'special' build, which is why I used line from Syrene instead of thread supplied in the kit. The kit also came with metal blocks (most of which were deformed) and I decided to use wooden blocks instead. I ordered those from Latina. After looking at many photos of builds, I added my version of pumps, barrels, and rope coils to the deck. She may have some issues with accuracy but, overall, I'm a very happy camper with this schooner. Here's to many more adventures for us all!

 

[Anchorman]

man - For my 1st ship, I was pretty intimidated in trying to fabricate full sails but I did not want to exclude the appearance of showing her with sails. In doing a lot of researching furled sails, I came across this link that really helped me along with my furled sails. This gentleman really hits the mark with his work! Good read!!!
https://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/3944-landlubber-mikes-technique-for-furled-sails/

Thank you. Great link, I am going to try this on my Bluenose 2.