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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… s rely on unparalleled, excellent technical documentation. Architect and historian Jean Boudriot revolutionized the field by studying original plans from the French Navy archives and publishing monumental treatises (such as one on the 74-gu …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… production of high-quality components for radio-controlled (RC) and static model ships. Unlike major commercial brands of wooden kits, Modelmast stands out for its production of structural parts and semi-finished hulls for modern and histor …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… restructurings, Graupner remains an iconic brand in German RC model ships. Famous for its radio-controlled models, from passenger ships to tugboats, many models are now marketed through Krick. Technical innovation, high prototype fidelity, …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… ction and distribution of wooden kits and radio-controlled (RC) models. Produces high quality (laser cut) wooden assembly kits, with a focus on historic and working boats. Detailed instructions, high-quality materials and strong specializat …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… ric wood," Germany is the world leader in dynamic modeling (RC) and multi-material kits with extremely high technical precision. The models are designed to "go into the water." Many kits already include housings for motors, servos, and ligh …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… and sturdy hulls. The designs are often based on original archival research. There is obsessive attention to aesthetics: gilded metal castings, photo-etched brass decorations, and quality sailcloth. Italian companies are among the few to s …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… sold in separate boxes to allow the modeler to split the purchase and decide whether to make it static or navigable. The company is known for its availability of spare parts, even for very old models, a key aspect for those restoring vinta …
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Re: BREAKING NEWS FOR SHIP MODELERS
… er 32-inch radio-controlled version of the famous Hemingway rch-hit">yacht Pilar. This is exciting news for both static model builders and RC enthusiasts, as the larger Pilar promises to offer plenty of opportunities for customization and scale deta …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… ctive features focus on the representation of Nordic naval architecture, which combines natural materials, distinctive construction techniques, and a strong connection to local history and culture. Key features include: The Clinker Techniqu …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… . Here is my 1984 release of the Otaki "Long Beach" sailing rch-hit">yacht. It was part of their "exact scale" line of sailing rch-hit">yachts which started with the "Palawan" in 1974. It's a fabulous kit and has been long out of production as Otaki focused …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… Zeven Provinciën, or the characteristic Fluyt (or flute) merchantmen are also available. Reproductions of local coastal vessels, such as traditional government rch-hit">yachts (Statenjacht) and historic fishing vessels (Botter). Dutch companies fol …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… historical reality. *British ship modeling companies* *Caldercraft (division of JoTiKa)* It is the absolute benchmark for high-end modeling. The "Nelsons Navy" line is their most famous series. It includes models such as the HMS Agamemnon a …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… truction plans. Each model is the result of meticulous research to capture the essence of the original ships. The catalog includes Greek triremes, Viking ships, Spanish galleons, and royal rch-hit">yachts. Among the best-known are the La Real (Lepan …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… 19th centuries, featuring elegant ships that were less commercially exploited than the usual Spanish or English galleons. *Russian Naval Modeling Companies* *Master Korabel* This is the most famous and internationally respected Russian comp …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… as the celebrated Catalpa), and iconic vessels such as the rch-hit">yacht Australia II, winner of the 1983 America's Cup. Australia boasts a high-end wooden kit manufacturer, Modellers Shipyard (Modelers Central). This brand has introduced unique f …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… arger groups)* One of Spain's oldest brands (founded in Menorca) makes classic wooden kits. It's known for offering kits that balance an affordable price with good-quality materials, making it a go-to for both beginners and intermediate mod …
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Legacy of the Lakes Boat Museum Opening Day - Model Boat Gallery
… day was the season opener, and 3 of us from the Edina Model rch-hit">Yacht Club drove up for the opening day. There are four EMYC members that have boats/motors on display in the "Beyond the Bathtub" Gallery. One of our members also created a circul …
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They are "Wooden Boats", but not scale models ...
… kid, "Crazy" George Swenson, who was a builder for Bertram rch-hit">Yachts. He became one of their greatest craftsmen and after a time his reputation grew so great that buyers would ask if it was a "Swenson" build. After he retired from Bertram and …
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Boat Identification
… aft control unit on deck be used on a pond boat that is not RC but just for sport? The answer is Yes, and there are more features. Earlier I asked about the connection between the mast and the boom stating it doesn’t look like a connection …
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Boat Identification
Hi, it sounds like a Marblehead Class rch-hit">yacht. I can just about see Braine steering at the rear. This class is 50 inches long and 800 square inches of sail. Can you get to the rch-hit">yacht i.e. behind the glass? Quite often there are boat details in …
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Boat Identification
An America's Cup 12-meter style pond racing rch-hit">yacht; seems to be a circa 1950's design. There are members here that can be more precise. If someone goes to all the trouble to put it in a glass case it's a winner. What ever you do, don't get r …
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Steam Glorious Steam.
… th top workmanship - as here - is a joy to behold. My steam rch-hit">yacht here started life as a Kingston Moulding hull of the famous 1911 50 foot Steam-Pinnace-199. It lay around for 20(?) years untill I happened to stumble over a neat Chinese ste …
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Fiskebaten Trawler?
… lt. So, when you see Svea in several boat types (e.g., research ships, classic rch-hit">yachts, motor rch-hit">yachts), it’s usually chosen as a name meaning Sweden or the Swedish spirit, not because of a special nautical abbreviation or code." Ian
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4 vessels for sale
… even the top of my cool box, so I picked at great heart searching these 4 plus my Tyne lifeboat thats waiting to go to its new harbour already. As of this morning I’ve sold 3 of these 4, just the Olga4 to find a new home for, I’ve got her …
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Mary Ann 472
Hi Ron nice pictures. On the model I made the semi circular rear deck is removeable, it just slides in place so you have access to the tiller. It has a couple of notches to fit the upper part of the rear frame, stays there OK during sailing …
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Question of the Day?
Wow that has a wide answer spread! Having drawn up a few rch-hit">yacht plans the answer was more obvious, but not a bad question. Lately though I have put the main strength at the stern in the transom, which works well for model rch-hit">yachts but not so f …
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Question of the Day?
… fered to acts as an aerofoil and does as it says. Got model rch-hit">yachts with both keel forms and the long keel is not an aerofoil e.g. Inga IV she does her best but does not point up so well into wind. The sides of the keel are parallel so just …
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Question of the Day?
… ndro how I know a bit about hull fouling is that I did research on its prevention for rch-hit">yachts that I crewed on. Due to my electronic engineering background, I assisted with the fitting of ultrasonic prevention systems on a few boats.