Started to scratch build a police boat back in March, build so far. Have now started on the superstructure, so more pictures to follow.
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A lot of work, - but I think you will gain far more satisfaction than merely assembling what is all too often a grossly expensive, far from accurate and altogether imperfect model boat kit.
Builders seem very much to be an endangered species, so keep up the good work.
Well done you for attempting a scratch build, starting with making the hull. You are one of a small niche amongst lots of kit builders in a minority hobby. That makes you pretty special and your boat is coming along nicely. Keep us posted please so we can see the superstructure and then the finished item. 😉
After successful float test started building the superstructure. Boat is 24inches long, single motor with 3 blade 35mm brass prop.
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A lot of work, - but I think you will gain far more satisfaction than merely assembling what is all too often a grossly expensive, far from accurate and altogether imperfect model boat kit.
Builders seem very much to be an endangered species, so keep up the good work.
with best wishes,
Dr John F Leeds and Bradford MBC 😋😋😋