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[sean Half-pint works]

Okay guys and gals 

Its been a good long time since I posted here. I am after a bit of general chit chat and idea bouncing.

I have just lost my boat (yes, I know I only had one  It's something I aim to rectify) I'm still a fair novice to boats, but not modeling, so my question is this, what boat would people recommend as an intermediate ish build, either kit or scratch build, maybe an RTR conversion again?

I'm not hugely into sailing boats (well nothing I'm confident to make a good job of in the build stages!!) or speed boats (anyone who read my dickie tug conversion knows thus) I do love warships, tugs and anything utterly quirky, also I do like some puffers and coasters, but am open to anything really, even if its on my 'dont really like' umbrella if you can understand that?

There are a few constraints,
It must be compactish in size, 3 feet is my maximum at the moment.
It must be interesting, with possible detailing routes or ways to make it a little more unique.
It needs to be a robust design, and have good sailing characteristics (I'm still a novice sailor)
It must be suitable for sailing on a larger pond, as I have just joined Boston MBC with there rather large lake.

I know its a big big ask, and personal preferences will show though, but please keep it civil and agree to disagree with each other as required please 

 Sorry for the mammoth ask here but it seems the best place to ask

Many thanks to all in advance

Sean

[Bob K]

Hello Sean,

Good topic, which I am sure will generate a lot of response.

You said "I do love warships, tugs and anything utterly quirky".
How about a Royal Navy armed tug or minesweeper.  Several excellent kits to choose from, with lots of possibilities to modify or customise.  Good sea-keeping qualities.  Manageable size.
eg:  http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,47807.msg499580.html#msg499580

Bob K

[radiojoe]

As an intro back into boat building why not build a Springer Tug and use your imagination on the superstructure, a simple scratch build to re hone your skills, just a thought. 

[morley bill 1]

Hi Sean I would go for a tug around 34inch long with a good beam to it we sail on a 7 acre lake and you need something stable on windy days also tugs can be as detailed as you like plus they power and manuverability..hope this helps ..Bill..

[Tug-Kenny RIP]

What a good idea Joe.  A Springer could made as intricate or simple as the desire takes you.  This would see if the interest to continue with it was strong enough.

The choices you fancy Sean, are rather on the expensive side, which would be a challenge on the purse, should you not finish the project.

If you want complicated and time consuming , then go for a Lifeboat.

Cheers

ken

[Netleyned]

A springer is a good choice.
Aeronaut Ramborator is a neat little kit from Cornwall Models among others.
Andy Griggs at Models by design does a f/glass hull and accessories
There are also plenty of free plans around.
Just peruse the Springer posts on Mayhem for countless ideas.


Ned

[slug]

shg model supplies do a couple of tug...a nice little pusher that can be used as a recovery boat...tony

[sean Half-pint works]

Okay, I shall moozy over to the springer pond and go play

Thanks guys