The Schooner Bluenose 1921, POF Yuanqing Models 1:72 [COMPLETED BUILD]

Good morning, everyone. I can now begin to post a little progress. I have been studying the blocks, deadeyes, and rope work in terms of scale and color and now have all of them ordered as aftermarket upgrades. Color wise they should resemble the BN II with the shrouds being a dark gray which I am excited to see how that will look.

Ok here is a little more unpacking which will illustrate how well organized the kit is. The Deck cross beams are CNC routed, pleasant surprise.

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There are extra lines on the rib pieces which are sanding limits! Awesome!

Next I fabed a rib jig supprt. I straight edged the board to ensure flatness then screwed down the jig.
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And finally began the rib glue up process, I can see how this will take a while along with a LOT of grinding, filing, and sanding.

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Thanks for stopping by.
Until next time Happy Modeling!
 
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Daniel20 said:
Good morning, everyone. I can now begin to post a little progress. I have been studying the blocks, deadeyes, and rope work in terms of scale and color and now have all of them ordered as aftermarket upgrades. Color wise they should resemble the BN II with the shrouds being a dark gray which I am excited to see how that will look.

Ok here is a little more unpacking which will illustrate how well organized the kit is. The Deck cross beams are CNC routed, pleasant surprise.

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I see a good starting point, Daniel. Printing the translated manual with the color pictures! A solid base for a nice build.
Regards, Peter
 
Excellent Daniel! It is wonderful to see you up and running. The frames can become tedious, but that is, after all, what a POF build is all about. The reward comes in that beautifully exposed framework of the ship, so it will be well worth the effort! The bevel lines on the frames do indeed make it so much easier!
 
Daniel20 said:
Good morning, everyone. I can now begin to post a little progress. I have been studying the blocks, deadeyes, and rope work in terms of scale and color and now have all of them ordered as aftermarket upgrades. Color wise they should resemble the BN II with the shrouds being a dark gray which I am excited to see how that will look.

Ok here is a little more unpacking which will illustrate how well organized the kit is. The Deck cross beams are CNC routed, pleasant surprise.

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There are extra lines on the rib pieces which are sanding limits! Awesome!

Next I fabed a rib jig supprt. I straight edged the board to ensure flatness then screwed down the jig.
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And finally began the rib glue up process, I can see how this will take a while along with a LOT of grinding, filing, and sanding.

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Thanks for stopping by.
Until next time Happy Modeling!
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And now the fun begins. Enjoy your journey, Daniel.
 
Great! You’re out of the starting gate! ;)
I found sanding the bevels using my Proxxon with a medium grit drum sander, on the lower speeds, to be the most efficient way to remove material until you get close to the line. Then I removed the rest with files. Just remember you will do a final fairing of the frames. So it’s okay to leave a little extra if you want. Also be aware your bevel angle changes as you move around the frame. This is more so on the smaller frames. Mid ship is the largest frames and the least bevel. And beware your bevel side changes past mid ship towards the stern. But you will realize all this once you are doing it! ;)
 
Dean62 said:
Great! You’re out of the starting gate! ;)
I found sanding the bevels using my Proxxon with a medium grit drum sander, on the lower speeds, to be the most efficient way to remove material until you get close to the line. Then I removed the rest with files. Just remember you will do a final fairing of the frames. So it’s okay to leave a little extra if you want. Also be aware your bevel angle changes as you move around the frame. This is more so on the smaller frames. Mid ship is the largest frames and the least bevel. And beware your bevel side changes past mid ship towards the stern. But you will realize all this once you are doing it! ;)
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Good advice Dean, I have 7 frames glued up, no sanding yet. I've checked and double checked more times than I care to admit concerning bevel direction inside and out and yes, the direction changes past the wide part going toward the stern. Where do you get those needle nose long reach spring clamps, I've looked everywhere. I can find long reach, but they are too big and use too much pressure.
 
Daniel20 said:
Good afternoon, I just received my YQ Bluenose and am excited to share my first look at its contents. Of course, it came very well packaged and upon opening there is no apparent damage to any of the contents. I like the way most all the fiddley pieces have been shrink wrapped to a cardboard base. While there are what looks to be ample instructions, I downloaded a set in English since I don't read or speak Chinese. So, let's have a look.

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Here is one item the 'ships wheel' that I am really glad to see. This was not the original version, quite a few 3d printed versions were made and put in this kit and I'm just glad they still had some for mine.

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Next are just a few more shots.

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In this last photo I am experimenting with tree nails since I'll be using them in this build. I drilled 3 different hole sizes then used a light wood filler dark wood filler and brass nails and brass wire to see the effects. I used walnut as a test source however I will try some pear wood out as well. After a light sanding and wax seal coat I am pleased with it so far. More than likely, I'll go with darker wood filler. 

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It will be several days before I get started as I'm still in a research phase. I did buy a fine reference book on the Bluenose II by LB Jenson but not to worry I won't get the two confused in my "Bluenose" build. There will be many similarities that will transfer from BN II to the original Bluenose.

I hope you enjoy. Happy modeling.
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Daniel, very beautiful and detailed kit. I'm sure it will be an excellent model. Keep us posted, good luck
 
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