Well, here we are! After nearly a week of reading the internet, joining this forum getting opinions and advice, I went out today about bought the Billing Boats "Mary Ann" No 472. Along with the boat itself, i got the basic tools to get me underway.
There is a reason why i chose to build this particular model. About 30 years ago my father built the exact same model. So, thought it would be good to have ago myself and see if I can achieve the same sort of results as he did. He does not know i am doing this, and if all goes to plan I will give it to him when its complete. Not sure what he will do with two... but it will be interesting to compare techniques!! Anyway, back to the build itself.
The boat was bought from Westbourne Model Shop and the chap who I spoke to (sorry forgot his name) could not have been more helpful! I didnt even have to ask for the box to be opened to look inside. At this time i have just opened the box and looked at the contents and taken the pictures below. Next task will be to check that everything major is there.
This is a first time build for me so i am sure there will be some ups and downs and a few questions to be asked. But, if all goes to plan this will help someone else in the same position as me to give it ago.
Best Rgds
Aidi
PS. If you are planning on using this build log to aid in your own build of this model, please read all the way through prior to commencing your build. There are numerous "hints and tips" which have added at various stages which could aid you prior to comencing a particular step on the build
Thanks very much
Aidi