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1,119 blogs · Page 1 of 47Classic Model Power Boats
by zooma
Classic Model Power Boats is a title that I have used for many years to describe the group of model boats that most interest me and that …
Construction report whaler Rau IX 1 : 45
by WolleSILVER
Hello, here are the first pictures from my construction report of the Rau IX by Graupner on a scale of 1:45. I will post the first pictur…
Finishing touches RTTL 2755 finally complete
by Rogal118SILVER
She’s finally finished.99% scratch built, a couple of fittings bought commercially. It is easier to show the photos than explain Diesel e…
Construction report "Pilot Cutter Britannia" 1 : 24
by WolleSILVER
Hello After the construction is before the construction!!! The construction trailer is tidied up and I am full of energy. After I have co…
The VMW Marlin Cabin Cruiser by Robbob
by robbobSILVER
The VMW Marlin Cabin Cruiser by Robbob Preface. At the time of writing, I’ve had the construction of this boat on ‘the back burner’ since…
Ra IngaIV finished ?
by Rogal118SILVER
Good afternoon fellow modellers. I have finally! Completed the refurb on INGA IV, the painting, glazing, rigging, electrics, sails, crew …
Aeronaut Graf Spee
by whittonm
I bought this kit about 10 years ago from a German model shop. It is definitely old-school, with great detailed plans, detailed stock lis…
British Power Boat 70ft Motor Gunboat.
by grahams
Scratch build of my WW2 B.P.B. 70ft Motor Gun Boat at 1/24 scale.
1/10 scale model of Venice water taxi
by IanL1
Hi all, I am new to this and not sure if I am doing it correctly but I am sure someone will speak up and advise me otherwise. After seein…
Display Case for Model Boats
by LewZ
I thought you fellow model boaters might be interested in how I built a case for my Wiesel "Schnellboot". It certainly keeps the dust off…
Newbie Model Slipway 1/16th Tamar Build
by MartinS
So I recently obtained a partially built 1/16th Model Slipway Tamar lifeboat. This is my first build of a vessel this big having previous…
Clinker built sailing dinghy
by Graham93
A few years ago I saw a couple of Adamcraft sailing dinghys and was taken with the simplicity of their appearance on the water. More rece…
Electric ducted fan Bluebird
by JOHN
hi there, this is a project which I have been working on. It began as a feasibility study to see if it is possible to drive a scale model…
Revell 1/72 scale Flower Class Corvette
by CashrcGOLD
Hi y’all. I haven’t posted the video yet, but the Patriot ran well, stayed dry, and pumped a lot of water, luckily I got her maiden done …
Aeronaut Jonny
by WestwindSILVER
Hi all, I started a new build during Christmas and I'm just about ready to start painting the haul so I figured its a good time to get th…
1949 40' Chris Craft Challenger
by Brightwork
Hello all.... I have started a new project!! progress so far... she will be 32 " LOA and twin screw.
RAIngaIV rear cabin
by Rogal118SILVER
Good morning. Finally got around to building the rear cabin for my Inga, I’ve made it in 2 halves so access is possible without removing …
NEW GLASS ON FOAM CATAMARAN PROJECT
by jbkiwi
Started on a 1m catamaran on the weekend as another design as you go project. It will be modelled roughly on the 18' Ron Given (NZ) desig…
Scratchbuilt Esso Deutschland 1:150
by JockScott
When I first posted a thread under ... a dreamproject.. I didn't realize it was the wrong forum category. So here is my built blog. I wil…
SEMI SCALE FOAM AND GLASS MODEL OF MY 15FT 1953 SCHOCK US DESIGN DAY SAILER.
by jbkiwi
After the success with the A class catamaran, (glass on foam) I was looking for something new to build using the same method. I've been w…
Caldercraft Northlight Clyde Puffer.
by CashrcGOLD
Hi y’all. I have been eyeing a few Caldercraft kits for some time….the Alte Liebe, Sir Kay, Crumbrae and Clyde puffer have been on my rad…
Ella May- inshore trawler7
by Peewit83BRONZE
Some more pix of the detailing
The Brooklyn Tug
by jumpuglyGOLD
Well my friends, I've gone and done it again. Through some dumb luck I stumbled upon a reasonably priced discontinued bucket-list kit tha…
King Of Hearts
by neilw
Collected this one last week, it came from the Ron Wem collection - have a look at his site as he made loads of amazing boats. I also bou…