Hello Roy, Thank you for the information on the Wild Duck. It looks a nice boat to build. Unfortunately my soldering skills are non-existent. I have tried over the years but have never really got the hang of it. Having said that, I would be interested to know if you or anyone else knows of a good retailer who sells the additional items I am going to need for the likes of the Wee Nip and others that I plan to build. I would be looking for things like masts, sails and line etc.

Greg 👍

Hi when you have built and sailed a couple of yachts, try looking at Sarik plans with laser cut wood part kits.
I have the Wild Duck laser cut wood and I found it nicely done and good quality wood and good value. I have yet to start my one but will report back when I do.

Fittings are available in general although I make nearly all mine. If you are OK with a soldering iron, bits of brass tube and hard brass wire then the yacht world is your oyster so to speak.

By the way a soft soldered joint is over 10 times stronger than an epoxy joint.

I use various diameters of brass tube for mast fittings and the old fashioned 'I' beam section brass curtain rail cut down for deck strong points.
I could go on if anyone is interested.
Regards
Roy