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Martin555 United Kingdom Basic

Fleet Admiral  · 20,182 pts Southampton, United Kingdom Member since Apr 2019 Last online 4 years ago Age 68
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Ex Shipyard Electrician.
Keen Model Maker.
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18 boats

Halcon 1:100 Scale.

This was the cheapest model boat kit I could find, It was from China. The instructions were next to useless…

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HMB Endeavour

This is my static model of HMB Endeavour. It was a kit build. Martin.

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'MOJO'

'MOJO' was a boat that i was asked to make for someone. I think i have achieved the original request. (The …

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1/2 Inch Springer.

Just to see if i could. Martin555.

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1 Inch Tug

Just using up the small scraps. Martin555.

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"Marge"

“Marge” Length 9 1/4” Beam 3 3/4” Height 4 1/4” Made from using the plastic from Margarine, Ice Cream, and …

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Tug Boat "Flora"

This was my attempt at graham93’s Lockdown challenge. All was going well until the main control PCB decided…

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One hour challenge.

I just thought I would post this. It was a one hour challenge. The challenge was to make a boat and to put …

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Martin555’s build blogs

9 blogs
'MOJO'

Hi Guys, This may come as a bit of a shock to you but i am going to do another build log. It may also be a DOUBLE SHOCK as this boat will…

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1 Inch Tug

Hi Guys, I found a scrap bit of plastic and decided to make this. Martin555.

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"Marge"

Hi Guys, “Marge” After making “Flora” and finding that the slightest breeze took over all control despite my efforts to control it. I tin…

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DKM U-Boat Type VIIC U-552

Hi Guys, To start this assembly log i thought i would tell you a little bit more about this kit. Firstly it is a big kit and very well pa…

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Tug Boat "Flora"

Hi Guys, Before i start this little log I must say it is all Graham93’s fault. After seeing his lockdown challenge Tug. I thought it was …

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WTC/Sub Driver.

Hi Guys, I know that this site is mainly for model boats but I have been reliably informed that there are a few submariners on here, so t…

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Build blog commentRe: Aeronaut's Cabin Cruiser Diva - My First Build of an RC Boat - Part VHi Greg, For your first RC boat build you are doing a really great job. You are more skilful than you give yourself credit for. Keep up the great work. Martin.1,498 viewsBuild blog commentRe: Finishing the hullHi Graham, You did well to rework that deck, I had a similar thing happen to me some years ago and the more I worked on it the worse it got. The amount of time I spent on it, it would of been quicker to make i…2,319 viewsForum replyNerys @ 90Hi Nerys, I would like to join in with the other members and wish you a very Happy Birthday. Martin555.1,294 viewsBuild blog commentRe: Quick surgery updateHi cash, I am glad the surgery went well. As for Bench time don't rush to do something it is important you heal. The only downfall now that you have had the surgery is you no longer have the excuse for any mod…2,482 viewsBuild blog commentRe: Motor and voltage regulatorNice work Mike. Will you be disguising this section as something to match that excellent decking ? The electrician in photo 6 looks a bit clueless LOL! Martin.2,139 viewsBuild blog commentRe: Sideways Step or Two.Awesome work Stephen, I hope you and the admiral get well soon. Martin.1,940 viewsForum replyWhat other types of models do our members build/refurb?Hi Guys, Thank you for your nice comments. I just like to have a go at all sorts of things. Graham. The highchair is fantastic and is something that will be passed down the family for many years to come. Marti…1,636 viewsForum replyWhat other types of models do our members build/refurb?Recently I decided to have a go at Sculpting, so here are a few that I have done. Martin.+121,258 viewsForum replyWhat other types of models do our members build/refurb?Hi Stephen, You mentioned 'Furniture' at the start of this thread. So here are some of the upholstery work that is have done. Martin.+11,228 viewsBuild blog commentRe: Scuppers Oh My!Looking good Ed. Keep it up. Martin.1,753 views
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