Some observations regarding what is shown on MS2130 Sheet 5 - Rigging Profile (which also has plans for the sails) and what I can see in the rigging (only) plan of the offered kit:SHIPPING
Dear Gents. Can you please PM me with your full names and addresses to which YuanQing needs to deliver your Bluenose. This is so that I can calculate your individual and exact shipping costs. That way, when I open the link, you will know the exact amount that needs to be paid.
@Canoe21
@DonRobinson
@PT-2
@donfarr
@coalman
@marter1229
@KentM
@Virtakuono
@Davefx35
@Butterfingers
@flyboy441
@Gregoryhansel
If anyone else wants to be added to the first list, please let me know.
Many thanks in advance for your co-operation gents!
Another great unknown and unknowable is what the arrangement were below the upper decks. No drawings were done on any of the schooners built at that time and only the hull from the half-model scantlings. Bluenose II is a modern day commercial venture for paying guests/crew as much as a replication. Thanks for reminding me of alternative means of research. Rich@PT-2 That larger name on the transom oval with the letters NS added, I could only find on Bluenose II. Picture courtesy of Halifaxphoto. Yes - I did mention, as did David Lester, that the name will be very small if applied where it is historically correct.
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Michael GreenwoodSHIPPING
Thank you for your work. I have found a way, using a decal with matt finish and overcoat to "hide the edges' on the narrow plank between the main and monkey board rails. . . at least the name.Dear Friends. Just to summarize what is happening at the moment so that you are all kept to date. The stern decoration issue has been communicated to YuanQing and they are working on that. Obviously, first prize would be to complete that before dispatching the kit. Whilst they are working on that, I am busy getting quotes for the shipping. So, I am very busy on this side with Bluenose to make sure that your experience with this kit is as pleasurable as possible.
When I work on my projects I listen to a local university classical music station without any commercials. Last night a very talented violinist commented that it is 10% talent and 90 % work. That philosophy and dedication carries across many venues. Rich@PT-2 Thank you so much, Rich. It just adds to the build and the overall excitement levels. As to the work - luckily I have learned early in life that hard work is the only way to have a chance of success.
I don't know if this link will work right off but if not you may be able to Google it up. The offering is not in the ballad but starting around 1:30 in there is an excellent bow name with Walters.When I work on my projects I listen to a local university classical music station without any commercials. Last night a very talented violinist commented that it is 10% talent and 90 % work. That philosophy and dedication carries across many venues. Rich