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Half Hull models

by ChrisGGB

Back in the Autumn while considering my next build I decided to attempt building a couple of half hull yachts. I sent for a reference boo…

ABS hull treatments

by Mike StoneyCHBRONZE

Hello everyone, Now the time has come, because I am looking for ideas how I could strengthen my ABS hulls as well as possible. The last t…

NAXOS - Fishing Boat

by hecrowellCA

After a time away due to illness and other family issues, I am back to the build of the NAXOS. By accident, I think that I have obtained …

Astronaut Diva Prop

by RockGB

During lockdown i built my first boat, a nice little wooden model called Diva. I've noticed at part throttle the prop tube vibrates insid…

Started my new build MV American Beauty. and finished my Tugster Tug Boat Kit

by bruce1946US

Happy New Year Started my new build MV American Beauty 12/25/2021. and finished my Tugster Tug Boat Kit included some photos of both Duma…

H.M.S BRAVE BORDERER

by RowenCA

Thinking of a future project and decided upon another launch type vessel. My earlier Daman 4207 project gave an interesting model with go…

Tiny H.M.S Scimitar

by GARTHCA

I know the builder of the great looking H.M.S. Scimitar He is a also a great builder I've seen that model in action this summer & mention…

Dumas U.S. Army Harbor Tug Kit# 1256

by GARTHCA

I got this model at a club swop meet & plan on taking my time with the build .Someone had started the kit so first think to check was hul…

Dumas Victory tug

by Newby7CABRONZE

With I hate to say my golfing season slowly coming to an end and no project in mind for the cold months ahead a kit was looked at. Having…

North Light Puffer

by juggeSE

More pictures of my puffer Have a nice evening // Jugge

North Light Puffer

by juggeSE

Almost ready , smoke installd but ni runninglights yet only one test on the lake it works well // Jugge

Kamome Steam launch

by manyboatsAU

This is a rare acquisition. Thought I had given up on ship modelling but couldn't turn this down. Its a fine kit from Japanese co Saito, …

Aquarama Riva speed boat

by manyboatsAU

Given the opportunity to build this terrific kit by a club member. Had long wanted to do this one but wasn't sure of my abilities. Turned…

Building Katie

by MuskratGB

Hi Just a little update as promised, I started fitting the deck beams today just having to modify the originals i made very small amounts…

My transport helper

by Mike StoneyCHBRONZE

Hi all!! Today I gathered the material together. . The only thing missing now is the screws, nuts and washers . . . on monday I go to the…

Stateside puffer build.

by Chum444USSILVER

Given that you folks on that side of the pond are expert builders of Clyde Puffers I am a bit hesitant to post this build thread. Accessi…

HMCS Snowberry 1/72 conversion to HMS Buttercup, K193

by ScratchbuilderGB

Ladies and Gents. I have always been an ardent fan of the Flower Class Corvettes.In fact I can’t get enough of them. To that end I over t…

Rescue Launch

by Graham93GB

A few weeks ago, while looking after our 7 year old grandson for the day while his mum and dad were at work he asked (several times) if h…

HMS Cruiser. 1/64 scale 18 gun brig of war

by cormorantGB

Having been thoroughly disappointed, almost disgusted, with the overpriced Deans Marine warship kits (of which I have built two), I decid…

new project "MV American Beauty" Kit

by bruce1946US

Well I just started on my new project "MV American Beauty" Kit. Well here we go again Open for Suggestions: Engine mounting. Prop shaft i…

One meter class yacht. Nimbus.

by ChrisGGB

At the beginning of the year I had an urge to build another yacht the start of which was obtaining the plan by Graham Bantock. It can be …

Graupner SAR Hertha Jeep

by CashrcUSGOLD

This is the second time I’ve built a Graupner Hertha Jeep. I built one a few years ago, and after a few runs converted it to brushless. S…

'MOJO'

by Martin555GB

Hi Guys, This may come as a bit of a shock to you but i am going to do another build log. It may also be a DOUBLE SHOCK as this boat will…

Building Katie a Bristol Pilot Cutter.

by MuskratGB

Hi Everyone my Hull and plans arrived Today so as soon i have looked over the plans and sorted what i need to do to get started the Blog …

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