YQ Bluenose by Johan [COMPLETED BUILD]

I have been working on it for quite sometime now and finally I was able to install functioning doors to the aft cabin entrance.
Unfortunately they are a bit too crude for my taste, but I don't have a plan yet for improvements. So I decided to keep the doors for now and let it simmer for a while, see if I can come up with some ideas.
In the meantime the first dory is taking shape. It's a true evil design, very difficult to build per the build instructions.

Aft hatch and doors opened.
The first dory can be seen in the left hand top corner:
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Aft hatch and doors closed:
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RDN1954 said:
I have been working on it for quite sometime now and finally I was able to install functioning doors to the aft cabin entrance.
Unfortunately they are a bit too crude for my taste, but I don't have a plan yet for improvements. So I decided to keep the doors for now and let it simmer for a while, see if I can come up with some ideas.
In the meantime the first dory is taking shape. It's a true evil design, very difficult to build per the build instructions.

Aft hatch and doors opened.
The first dory can be seen in the left hand top corner:
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Aft hatch and doors closed:
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Nice to see your functional cabin doors, Johan. The smaller the parts, the longer it takes to make and handle them.
Indeed, the dory parts are fragile. But as far as I can see, you have managed them into a nice little boat.
Regards, Peter
 
Peter Voogt said:
Nice to see your functional cabin doors, Johan. The smaller the parts, the longer it takes to make and handle them.
Indeed, the dory parts are fragile. But as far as I can see, you have managed them into a nice little boat.
Regards, Peter
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dockattner said:
I like these recent changes very much!
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Peter and Paul, thanks for your support.
As I said before, I'm totally happy with the changes I made to both hatches and the lid of the wheel house.
The two doors for the aft cabin entrance do give me a little more doubt; the tiniest of deviations from nominal are clearly visible, especially when zooming in on those unforgiving pictures, made by one's phone. That's why I'm still playing around with the idea to change the design from a double- to a single door configuration, or even use the design of the companionway; guide rails and two or three sliding planks. The coming days I have other obligations, so no time for the shipyard, but time to reflect and some decision making.
 
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especially when zooming in on those unforgiving pictures, made by one's phone.
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Have in mind that it is common to look to a model from ‘normal-eye-distance’, Johan.
And we, as model builders, are hurting ourselves with marco pictures or zooming in as much as possible . Is that a kind of model-masochism? :confused:
Regards, Peter
 
Peter Voogt said:
Have in mind that it is common to look to a model from ‘normal-eye-distance’, Johan.
And we, as model builders, are hurting ourselves with marco pictures or zooming in as much as possible . Is that a kind of model-masochism? :confused:
Regards, Peter
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Although I like to look at it in terms of "perfectionism", I reluctantly have to admit "model-masochism" might be the better expression.
 
RDN1954 said:
I have been working on it for quite sometime now and finally I was able to install functioning doors to the aft cabin entrance.
Unfortunately they are a bit too crude for my taste, but I don't have a plan yet for improvements. So I decided to keep the doors for now and let it simmer for a while, see if I can come up with some ideas.
In the meantime the first dory is taking shape. It's a true evil design, very difficult to build per the build instructions.

Aft hatch and doors opened.
The first dory can be seen in the left hand top corner:
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Aft hatch and doors closed:
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Good morning Johan. I hope you and your family had a lovely Christmas. The “redos” (in your previous post) you did made a big difference. It is amazing how such a small thing makes a discerning impact.

The functional doors are cool. It is difficult to get such small things just right. You will make a plan that I know. Cheers Grant
 
There are times when a well-executed and practical simulation is far more visually pleasing than an unconvincing "Real McCoy". At times the scale at which we work just make certain things impractical. I would go for the guide rail and two or three sliding planks.
 
Peter Voogt said:
Nice to see your functional cabin doors, Johan. The smaller the parts, the longer it takes to make and handle them.
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GrantTyler said:
The functional doors are cool. It is difficult to get such small things just right. You will make a plan that I know.
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Heinrich said:
There are times when a well-executed and practical simulation is far more visually pleasing than an unconvincing "Real McCoy". At times the scale at which we work just make certain things impractical. I would go for the guide rail and two or three sliding planks.
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After visiting Luxemburg for a few days, thus being away from the shipyard, I looked at those doors again and I am not satisfied at all. Yes, they're functional, yes, they're ugly, no, they're not fitting well, and no, the hinge lines not parallel to one another or their surroundings.
This means it's back to the drawing board... To be continued.
 
The Sailor said:
Hi Johan,

I can suggest you to leave the doors open! In this way we don't see the wrong hinge lines ....

I take this opportunity to wish you and your family a Happy New Year
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Good to hear from you!
And also for you and your family a happy and prosperous New Year.

Thanks for your contribution, I'm appreciating ánd considering your suggestion.
I am still contemplating one other, hinged option; one door, instead of two, it's rather easy to check if it is worth pursuing.

Stay safe!
 
Today no shipyard activities, instead, I occupied myself with an old custom: baking oliebollen, a traditional, typical dutch delicacy. In general it's prepared for new years' eve, but it can be found throughout the year at fairs and markets.

I wish all modeling friends here on SOS a very happy and prosperous new year!

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RDN1954 said:
Today no shipyard activities, instead, I occupied myself with an old custom: baking oliebollen, a traditional, typical dutch delicacy. In general it's prepared for new years' eve, but it can be found throughout the year at fairs and markets.

I wish all modeling friends here on SOS a very happy and prosperous new year!

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They look delicious, Johan. Lekker en geniet er van! Enjoy them!
I have baked them also for many years with my mom, old traditional recipe. Often with my own milled flour.
Regards, Peter

Regards, Peter
 
Peter Voogt said:
They look delicious, Johan. Lekker en geniet er van! Enjoy them!
I have baked them also for many years with my mom, old traditional recipe. Often with my own milled flour.
Regards, Peter

Regards, Peter
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Jimsky said:
Yummy!! Happy New Year to you and your family, Johan.!
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It's been a tradition in our family as well, only my father was always in charge of the preparations and baking.

They're good!
 
RDN1954 said:
Yesterday marked my one year anniversary of the illustrious YQ Bluenose build.

30-12-2021:
First step; jig assembly.
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30-12-2022:
Hull 85% complete, transition to masts, gaffs, booms and standing and running rigging upcoming.
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Congratulations with this 1st BN-Year, Johan. Up to the 2nd.
Regards, Peter
 
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