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Here are the jib sheets, ready to finish. Then the whisker shrouds, and the rigging will be done!
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So the jib halyards are done. While documenting where I belayed the lines, I was curious as to exactly what each jib sail was called. Wikipedia to the rescue, here's their take: Schooners typically have up to three jibs. the foremast one sets on the topmast forestay and is generally called the jib topsail, a second on the main forestay is called the jib, and the innermost is called the staysail. Actually, all three sails are both jibs and staysails in the generic sense...... A large square-rigged ship typically has four jibs, but could have as many as six. From forward to aft, these sails are called; Jib of jibs Spindle jib Flying jib Outer jib Inner jib Fore (topmast) staysail
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Nice rigging! Your customer file now shows a 10% discount on the next kit you buy from us. Nic
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The Notman plans are part number 1894P. There are 6 sheets for $60 plus S&H. Call 207-548-9970 and ask for either Nic or Trisha, we'll take care of you. Nic
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That is not true. We sell our plans all the time. Someone must have misunderstood what you wanted.
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All the bowsprit chains and forestays finished. What's left are the 3 set of stays on the whisker pole (still to be attached) and all the outhauls and downhauls for the jib sails.
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great job, Tim!
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Nice job. Please send me your name and address so I can put 10% discount into your customer file for the next kit you buy from us.
Nic
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And with very few cuss words, the blocks were added. The black band above them is called a barn door, and prevents the glut from popping forward. The glut is what holds the topmast in place.
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So I had to put 2 blocks underneath the foremast trestletree. Problem is. how to work under the top and see what you're doing? Answer: Lay the model on its side over foam padding. now I can get to the area I need to.
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Nice job. Your customer file now shows a 10% discount on the next kit you buy from us. Nic
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Of course, we have found a few things which need to be addressed. If you run into one, please let us know. With 1,400 web pages there were bound to be a few oops. Nic
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Before beginning planking, take some planking strips and lay them across the bulkheads, then sight down them to spot any bulges or hollows. It's called "fairing" Nic
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Yes, we finally created a new website - same URL - www.bluejacketinc.com What's new is a SEARCH button, better customer record files, real pictures of ost of our fittings, and so much more. I still need to upload into the newsletter archive, I've been waiting for this new site to do so. So check it out !!
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Welcome. I encourage you to do a build log. When you finish, I will give you 10% off the next kit you buy from us. Dozens of people have already taken advantage of this offer. You can find many helpful people here on MSW, and, you can always call us if you hit a delicate problem you don't want to share publicly. Nic
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Very credible planking, Jeff. Nic
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Been awhile since I posted. I'm now working on #1 mast, #2 is almost finished, and 3, 4, 5 & 6 are done. Then it's the bowsprit and flags.
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Great job! Your customer file now shows a 10% discount on the next kit you buy from us. Nic
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Congratulation Ron! Superb job! Your customer file now shows you will get 10% off the next kit you get from us. Nic
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