I attach fotos of my latest model for the benefit of readers who enjoy looking at other models. :angel:
'Maine Chance' iis entirey scratch-built and is my idea of a yacht conversion based on lines taken from 'Elsie', probably the most famous of the American late 19th Century Grand Banks schooners.
The model's specs are:
Scale 1:32, length 40.5" (plus 12" bowsprit), Height (keel - Main topmast Bob) 52", Beam 12",
Weight 7lbs (plus 5lbs detachable keel)
Sail control via two drum winches :- (1) - mainsail, (2) Foresail, staysail, jumbo, and balloon jibs.
Auxilliary electric motor power for emergency use only - to get out of trouble if being blown towards a Lee shore (why are there always willow trees and/or reeds in which to become entangled???)
Standing/running rigging have been slightly modified to facilitate setting up at the waterside, whilst topmasts and bowsprit are retactable to enable the model to be carried in the car ready-rigged
Additional 'action' and/or static (including deck detail) shots can be posted if requested.
Popeye.