Nirvana
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The pieces are there on the plans, no dimensions provided. No parts either. Instruction and plans says, use a block to shape. A caliper was all I used to lift the dimensions, from there pure determination 😀
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A pictorial update. This block is just balsa to show how I started out. The final part was made out of boxwood. After I had somewhat the right size of the boxwood block the Dremel came into use. There are a lot of angles to consider. I made one block and then made a mirrored part. Then dry placing the part at the end of the quarter deck, to figure out how much to cut off. This part in the middle is the right one to install. Here are the port and starboard part testing the area. Some more trimming and then it will be time to add the waist parts. Below is all my trial parts.
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Mike, That was a piece I created myself. One of many, the final is now glued into place. The final was number six. Funny though, I think Bluenose has been given me more challenges than the longboat. But someone has once said - be persistent.
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Thanks Mike, However, the stern part is certainly testing my patience. Pictures will follow.
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Jesse, apparently you are doing a good job as the yard master (your kitty) is more interested of cleaning than supervising. That looks so good.
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Brian, When I planked Bluenose I started the spiling (minor, as it takes so little) on the eight plank. This resulted (for me) that all the planks ended up at the stem. The only stealer I inserted was at the stern. Take a step back, don't rush this stage. You might want to re-do some of the planking.
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My "baby" now has teeth (the stanchions) and are in place. Now I am working on the stern part. It's a delicate area and it's giving me a challenge. However, I do like it....... thus giving me a time to experience carving.
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Such a master piece!
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Peter, I like the extra support you added to the build frame.
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Seems like a good source with other options of wood. I always wanted to get some aspen, and yes they have it. Thanks for providing the link.
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Dave Thank you for confirming my idea and approach with the bulkhead, and yes, I am to plank before removing them. Have to remember not to glue the planks to the bulkhead tops. Glad I have the razor blade saw.
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I didn't realize but saw I have had a "duh" moment. This as the instructions clearly stated, use a plank to clamp to the bulkhead for installation of the stanchions. Well, obviously they knew from the start that was the way to go. There are a lot of cutting to get them done. I am considering cutting the heads from the bulkhead and replace them with stanchions. This to make them look uniformed.
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John, as a filler in-between the bulkheads I used balsa. Easy to cut, and makes a huge difference for straighten the keel up. No need to use any harder wood. Maybe pine is cheaper, have no idea. My three blocks of balsa 1x2x12" was some 6 dollars.
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Tristan, Warm . The choice of the cutter seems to be a great one. Just watch the video from BlueJacket. Enjoy! Some day I hope to build a BlueJacket kit.
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Maury, is that font called Bondoni or Bodoni? My office word has the Bodoni compressed font.
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Very nice, Maury. Wonder if that font is somewhat consistent with the time era, thinking about Syren?
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Can we get a current weight?
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WOW!
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Aaron, Did you start a build log for us to follow. If not, it's high-time to do so and upload pictures so we can help or at least guide you.
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Rich, So you got your spot in a sardine can..... Couldn't resist...😁 Enjoy the trip and show us pictures.
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Al, Steve is right, you certainly need to start the tapering of the planks. But overall it's looking good.
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Peter, That was the approach I intended to go, but then it seems like most are adding the cannon port framing before sanding. I haven't sanded mine yet.
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