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[GeeTee]

Hi everyone,


Glad to be here. I’m based in Hull,


Just about to start my fist model.   I’m thinking of either a small kit,  would like a model between 2 and 3 ft long, like tugs and merchant ships.


Or, I might just have a go at the free plan in this months model boat magazine.


Any ideas?

[justboatonic]

Welcome!
It depends what scale you want to build at. Model Slipway do a range of kits such as 10 and 4 hatch coasters in 1\50 and just over 3 feet, Al Kubah in 1\32 and around 28 inches etc. Im not keen on building much smaller than 1\40 as things can get a bit fiddly unless you're into super detailing.

[dougal99]

Welcome to the forum.
Unless you've done some craft work before I would start with a kit to get an idea of how a model boat is built. Building from a plan, unless accompanied by a guide st can be quite complex. As has been said Model slipway do good kits with comprehensive instructions. No connection just happy customer.

[frogman3]

AN HI a welcome from as well
chris

[GeeTee]

Welcome!
It depends what scale you want to build at. Model Slipway do a range of kits such as 10 and 4 hatch coasters in 1\50 and just over 3 feet, Al Kubah in 1\32 and around 28 inches etc. Im not keen on building much smaller than 1\40 as things can get a bit fiddly unless you're into super detailing.

Thanks for the welcome.


I’m not too keen on overly fiddly either and I do have plenty of space.  The other thing I thought about was a paddle steamer!

[Dreadnought]

Welcome to the forum!