Kit review BLUENOSE SCHOONER POF MODEL -1:72 – YuanQing Models

Now the issue of the stern decorations as addressed by @DonRobinson and @Canoe21

This what the current stern looks like.

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Now we all agree that the supplied brass nameplate is incorrect. This is a simple fix. As @PT-2 suggested it really is a simple case of placing the correct decal in the correct position - nothing that a good CAD designer cannot fix. Whether buyers would first like to have this issue addressed, before receiving their kits or have the decal shipped to them as a retro-fit, is open for discussion. Obviously the decal will be shipped well before the stage is reached where the transom needs to be corrected.

HOWEVER - If we want to be 100% historically accurate, the stern emblem becomes more of an issue - here is why! :)

Up to 1938, this was what Bluenose's stern looked like.

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Note the Masonic symbol of the Square and Compass between the words "Bluenose" and "Lunenburg."

After 1938, however, this was what the stern looked like:

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After 1938, she carried the 3-ring symbol of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows.

So ... which stern decorations do we go for?

1. Simply "Bluenose" and "Lunenburg N.S." without any symbol?
2. With the Masonic symbol?
3. With the Independent Order of Odd Fellows emblem?

Please let me know your thoughts on these before I make the final arrangements with YuanQing models.
 
Next, I want to address the Payment and Retail Pricing:

We have set up PayPal for our members to facilitate easy payment.

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Even though there are still some Chinese inscriptions, it should give you the English instructions. (Please see below)

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For the sake of our members who have not followed the Kit Announcement, here is the Retail Pricing for Bluenose.

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The actual link to the PayPal will be posted a little later.
 
Heinrich said:
Now the issue of the stern decorations as addressed by @DonRobinson and @Canoe21

This what the current stern looks like.

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Now we all agree that the supplied brass nameplate is incorrect. This is a simple fix. As @PT-2 suggested it really is a simple case of placing the correct decal in the correct position - nothing that a good CAD designer cannot fix. Whether buyers would first like to have this issue addressed, before receiving their kits or have the decal shipped to them as a retro-fit, is open for discussion. Obviously the decal will be shipped well before the stage is reached where the transom needs to be corrected.

HOWEVER - If we want to be 100% historically accurate, the stern emblem becomes more of an issue - here is why! :)

Up to 1938, this was what Bluenose's stern looked like.

View attachment 192464

Note the Masonic symbol of the Square and Compass between the words "Bluenose" and "Lunenburg."

After 1938, however, this was what the stern looked like:

View attachment 192465

After 1938, she carried the 3-ring symbol of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows.

So ... which stern decorations do we go for?

1. Simply "Bluenose" and "Lunenburg N.S." without any symbol?
2. With the Masonic symbol?
3. With the Independent Order of Odd Fellows emblem?

Please let me know your thoughts on these before I make the final arrangements with YuanQing models.
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Rich will be using the Masonic Square and Compass in recognition of the Masonic membership that Angus Walters had later in his life and is standing second from left in that photo. Just a builder's choice and everyone should follow their own tack. (PT-2) Rich
 
Heinrich said:
Next, I want to address the Payment and Retail Pricing:

We have set up PayPal for our members to facilitate easy payment.

View attachment 192466

Even though there are still some Chinese inscriptions, it should give you the English instructions. (Please see below)

View attachment 192468

For the sake of our members who have not followed the Kit Announcement, here is the Retail Pricing for Bluenose.

View attachment 192469

The actual link to the PayPal will be posted a little later.
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I will be using the PayPal tack when we are notified that it is an open port. Rich (PT-2)
 
Peter Voogt said:
Heinrich,
Thank you very much for al the energie you have put in this project. It seams to be a great kit with high quality components.
Regards, Peter
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Thank you so much, Peter. Yes it has been very hard work, but I do this gladly. If it can be to the benefit of our members, then I feel that I have succeeded. Also, I wanted to bring a truly professional approach to our hobby - something which I think has been lacking in the past.
 
Heinrich

I have been using PayPal since 2004. And i buy a LOT and also sell from time to time using PayPal.

Unless the online web site of the developer have a system to buy that redirect you to PayPal, like ZHL Model has, normally the seller has to send a "PayPal bill". The seller send the bill to the "PayPal email address of the buyer". Shipping and any other cost is included. The buyer open the bill link that will take the buyer to PayPal.... and pays.

Sorry I am writing all this. I am sure you know well the system. But I read there could be potential buyers that are not used to it .

I have never received a "link to PayPal" as you mentioned. Unless is something I am not used to see in USA. I always received a PayPal bill. To buy or to pay for services.

Another tip. This is a public forum and posting a link I am not sure how secure it will be. I will be afraid to pay opening a link.

My 2 cents. I almost do 90% of all my online buys using PayPal.

Cheers
Daniel
PS: Also be aware that sometime only certified members (I think that is the way PayPal call them) can buy. Depends on the setup, I belive from the seller side. Those members have a bank account linked to PayPal and are certified (if that is the term). Many sellers will not sell unless you are one of those members. That is for the seller protection. Also for the buyer too.
 
Jim Nunn said:
Heinrich,
A superbly well done report, I could jest about hear the music in the background. I hope I speak for all the members, but I for one thank you for all the effort and time supporting this project.

Jim
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Thank you very much for your kind words Jim. It is indeed a haunting song and one that is well worth listening to. I am glad to know that you liked the review. Now the real hard work starts!
 
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