Here is another vintage Estes build, The Estes Harpoon 1915, came out in the mid 80s I believe. The kit uses the old Centuri nose cone that had been refitted to fit the Bt-50 tube. Simple build typical Estes die cart parts and decals still look pretty good. Another 2 day build so far and should have the decals on tomorrow morning. I built this model KISS just like I did back in the 80s. The balsa is sealed with 2 coats of Brodak balsa sealer and sanded smooth. Estes and Centuri instructions would sometimes show the builder to seal the balsa before assembly, then on some builds had you seal the balsa after construction....go figure. I built the rocket in one day using good ole fancy white glue. I let this dry overnight and today I sprayed with Krylon Old Formula Acryli Lacquer, did not use any primer just sealed the balsa fins with Brodak. Will post pictures with decals added tomorrow.

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