Topic: Aurigarius Springer Kit ?!? (Read 122253 times)

Arrow5 · « **Reply #50 on:** January 14, 2010, 05:33:40 pm »

Covered that Norry , post #39

. I`m wonnering if this guy IS German, perfect English, Wembley

Hmmmm.

Arrow5 · « **Reply #51 on:** January 14, 2010, 05:43:33 pm »

Quote from: Aurigarius on January 14, 2010, 01:44:49 pm

"Wembley was a reference to a certain historic world championship footy-match in the 60's between England and Germany with an outcome some old germans still argue about.

Who said the Germans have no sense of humour !

Aurigarius · « **Reply #52 on:** January 14, 2010, 06:57:40 pm »

Thanks Arrow. This guy IS German. Sadly I've never even been to the UK. It's about time...

norry · « **Reply #53 on:** January 14, 2010, 07:13:22 pm »

...Hi Aurigarius...

Was that the same world champions that got beat in their next game at Wembley against Scotland...I think the score was also 2 - 3....Quite ironic really...

Back to the main subject...This kit is a fabulous idea and it looks fantastic...Keep the reports and pictures coming...

I have moulded several Springer Hulls in GRP and they are now scattered around the Uk...

...Best Regards...Norry...

Arrow5 · « **Reply #54 on:** January 15, 2010, 09:44:37 am »

...and very stout hulls they are Norry.

Thank You ! Now we have commercial interest on the continent we should be thinking seriously about the Moissy Cramayel (France) club`s invitation to their Springer Only event on April 11th 2010. Aurigarius how about a German Team ? Any Brits fancy Paris in the Springertime (oops)? Norry a Scots team if the sassenachs dinnae fancy it ? Ryanair from Prestwick for a fiver if we book now ? Have a look at www.moissycramaylmodelisme.org for details and regulations etc.

norry · « **Reply #55 on:** January 15, 2010, 10:07:40 am »

...Good Morning Duncan...

I.m afraid there are no Springer Tugs in our current fleet...Wee Johnny was fed up because there was never anyone else to play football with so his Springer Tug was sold in a recent clearout of our Workroom...It was replaced by a Damen Stantug 1906 for Tug-Towing...
"TIBER" is now down south performing heroic acts as a club rescue boat...

So in order to take part in this French competition I would have to build at least 2 more Springer Tugs...I,m afraid there are 4 more projects in front of that...

...Best Regards...Norry & Wee Johnny...

Arrow5 · « **Reply #56 on:** January 15, 2010, 12:23:09 pm »

Jings man , ah,ll gie ye a couple fur an International !

Aurigarius · « **Reply #57 on:** January 19, 2010, 08:49:10 am »

The first springer-kit is on it's way to the UK.

Arrow5 · « **Reply #58 on:** January 19, 2010, 10:07:05 am »

So who is the ....... lucky recipient ? Just so we can torment him/her

bosun · « **Reply #59 on:** January 19, 2010, 12:20:49 pm »

Quote from: arrow5 on January 19, 2010, 10:07:05 am

So who is the mug....er lucky recipient ? Just so we can torment him/her

Right lets get something straight from the start, I have in my fleet,,
Tugs
!.. Imara
2,,, Ironsider
3.. Northsider
4,,,Envoy
5..,Dutch Courage
6.. Lady Jan
7 Flying Drake ( to be Started)

Fishing Boats
!... Boston Typhoon
2,,, Scratch built crabber on a Cygnus hull
3...Cygnus SF 33 just started
various other hulls that will be built, when I am ready to do so.
I consider myself to be an experienced modeller, as others who have seen my boats will testify, certainly not as good as some on here, but certainly not a novice.
Other people who have a good standing within the modeling fraternity, have posted on this thread regarding this kit built Springer, there observations generally favour the springer kit, and the fact that it could be used to bring young modellers, and those who may not have tha facilties, or woodworking skills into our hobby. ( God knows we need the youngsters)
I have a young grandson, who is the world to me, but I would certainly not let him near any of my boats untill he is older, and I would certainly not let him near any sharp, or power tools, but then again, guess what, he could sit at the kitchen table, get all and sundry covered in glue, but he could, also with guidance build this little Springer, apart from the electrics, and you never know, we could have another future modeller, surely that is,nt a bad thing.
I see over your many posts that you like to build springers, you also take some great photo,s, but that doesnt give you the right to take the proverbial, and as for being a mug,,, lets just say you would,nt say that to my face. As you have probably guessed,I am the guy who bought this little Springer.
I apllaud Auriigarius, for at least trrying to do something positive within our hobby, and I suggest that if all you can do is make snide remarks, it would be best to keep them to yourself.
Bosun
PS , To the Moderaters
I mean no offence in defending the fact that I bought the Springer, but I am offended by bigotry and the use of the term ..... in relation to what was previously posted

hollowhornbear · « **Reply #60 on:** January 19, 2010, 12:34:21 pm »

I'm sorry to see you take what was obviously to me unless i mis-understood arrow5 a bit of banter, a joke if you will. it is something that happens on here frequently. I hope you and your grandson have many happy hours getting the glue of him as he builds his first boat, a memory he will treasure, as i do mine when I built my first with my fatner, now sadly passed. And i was in my late teens then.

Martin (Admin) · « **Reply #61 on:** January 19, 2010, 01:19:58 pm »

Quote from: bosun on January 19, 2010, 12:20:49 pm

PS , To the Moderaters
I mean no offence in defending the fact that I bought the Springer, but I am offended by bigotry and the use of the term ..... in relation to what was previously posted

Duly noted and corrected.

That reminds me, must get on with my new Springers!
Martin

Aurigarius · « **Reply #62 on:** January 19, 2010, 02:21:28 pm »

News from this side of the channel.
We have made this very nice missisippi-style version of our springer and we like it very much.
I hope we are able to make better pictures soon.

omra85 · « **Reply #63 on:** January 19, 2010, 02:25:50 pm »

You ARE having fun

Very nice, I expect the prop wash will drive the paddles in an entertaining manner -
unless you're making it paddle driven

Danny

Aurigarius · « **Reply #64 on:** January 19, 2010, 02:41:23 pm »

We have not made it paddle-driven. But I am curious to see, when the first kit builder manages to do that.

Arrow5 · « **Reply #65 on:** January 19, 2010, 04:38:10 pm »

Bosun I am sorry that you are offended. It WAS intended as a joke. I ask the moderator to remove said post and remind myself to keep my mouth shut in future.

kiwi · « **Reply #66 on:** January 19, 2010, 05:52:51 pm »

HI,
Very well done, however your paddles on back-to-front.
Keep up the good work
kiwi

Aurigarius · « **Reply #67 on:** January 19, 2010, 06:20:16 pm »

Hey Duncan,

I don't feel offended. So no need to remove anything from my point of view.

Arrow5 · « **Reply #68 on:** January 19, 2010, 06:44:16 pm »

danke , no problemo Jorg

bosun · « **Reply #69 on:** January 19, 2010, 07:07:08 pm »

Hy Arrow5
No problem this end, just standing up for myself. Let,s just get back to the Springer thread and enjoy all the build methods.

bosun

craftysod · « **Reply #70 on:** January 19, 2010, 07:15:24 pm »

Bosun,
Look forward to the pics of your grandsons build,and a very good explanation,as to why these kits are favourable.
Please remove said grandson from table,before glue has set,for first test float.

Mark

bosun · « **Reply #71 on:** January 19, 2010, 08:05:10 pm »

Hy mark
How are you.
Thanks for the comment, we only get to see him about once a fortnight but it,s a good place for him to start, as with all kids, it,s keeping the interest going is the problem, but as it,s an easy build, he should see quick progress and that should Gee him on.
Cheers
bosun

portside II · « **Reply #72 on:** January 22, 2010, 10:15:39 am »

Quote from: kiwi on January 19, 2010, 05:52:51 pm

HI,
Very well done, however your paddles on back-to-front.
Keep up the good work
kiwi

That's what i thought

.
daz

Aurigarius · « **Reply #73 on:** January 22, 2010, 08:18:01 pm »

Aaahh...now I see.
That is the version for motors running backwards.

Flying Sparks · « **Reply #74 on:** January 23, 2010, 10:47:57 am »

Dear Aurigarius

I've been following your Springer design with interest, I must say youv'e done a super job. I have buit a few areoplanes from laser cut kits but not a boat. Will your Springer kits become available to purchase? I'd love to buy one.

Keep up the good work.

Phil.

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