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Paul and Sheryl Shard launch their new custom aluminum Orion 49, *Distant Shores IV*, at the Engsteljahrts yard in the Netherlands.Watch The vessel enters the water following months of construction, with the interior nearing completion; the nav station, aft cabin, and mahogany woodwork are largely finished, though the galley awaits its stove and refrigerator.5:34 The mast, supplied by Zeldin, arrives on-site for rigging and stepping.9:30 The process involves measuring the standing rigging, terminating the shrouds and stays, and installing mast-mounted electronics including the VHF antenna and anchor light.10:15 Following maritime tradition, the crew places a silver Canadian dime featuring the *Bluenose* under the mast step to ensure good fortune.10:55 While the boat is afloat, it remains in the slings for final adjustments before an official launch party scheduled for April 20th.8:26 The owners plan to finalize the remaining interior varnish and ceiling installations in the weeks following the splash.7:48

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