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💬 Re: Fairey Marine Builds
5 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman (
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No plans for building a Bulldog as well Chris? 😉
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💬 Re: 41 inch Fairey Huntsman short kit from Sarik Hobbies
12 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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Fair play Raymond, she looks an absolute corker. Credit where it's due, you've build a really nice boat there.
As Chris says, it's great to see another Huntsman 28.
For me, they are the prettiest of the Faireys.
Fantastic too, that you're passing on knowledge, and getting a younger generation interested in model boats.
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As Chris says, it's great to see another Huntsman 28.
For me, they are the prettiest of the Faireys.
Fantastic too, that you're passing on knowledge, and getting a younger generation interested in model boats.
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💬 Re: 41 inch Fairey Huntsman short kit from Sarik Hobbies
20 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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@Rookysailor, if this model is indeed 41(42) inches in length I'm pretty sure that it is a Huntsman, but a Huntsman 28, rather than the more common Huntsman 31, or slightly less common Swordsman 33.
The largest Huntress kits are 34 inch in length I believe, but the Huntsman 28, previously available as a kit from Veron was available with a length of 42 inches. There was also a plan available by Vic Smeed.
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The largest Huntress kits are 34 inch in length I believe, but the Huntsman 28, previously available as a kit from Veron was available with a length of 42 inches. There was also a plan available by Vic Smeed.
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1 month ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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Looking VERY smart, and nice to see the waterline done correctly as well.
She's going to look really smart on the water (as well as out).
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She's going to look really smart on the water (as well as out).
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📝 Aerokits pt boat bulkhead plans wanted
6 months ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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Aerokits didn't tend to include bulkheads in their plans unfortunately.
You may be lucky and find someone who has built one from scratch in the past, drew the bulkheads out and kept the drawings, otherwise, you'll have to draw them out yourself.
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You may be lucky and find someone who has built one from scratch in the past, drew the bulkheads out and kept the drawings, otherwise, you'll have to draw them out yourself.
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📝 Aerokits sea commander plan
6 months ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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Hiya Chris, I did respond to the request earlier.
The OP has now been in touch with me for a copy.
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The OP has now been in touch with me for a copy.
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📝 Aerokits sea commander plan
6 months ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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Have you managed to get hold of one now? if not, message me with your email and I'll send a copy to you.
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📝 Kits for Fairey Marine Models.
7 months ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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My Dad (and Uncle) used to take both my late Uncles aft cabin Huntsman 31 and its replacement Swordsman 33 back to Fairey from Pembrokeshire, West Wales for servicing etc, and he has said many times, that although both were extremely good, the Huntsman 31, is a better sea boat in a chop/swell than the Swordsman, smoother and drier too, due to the angle of the 'V' of the Huntsman cutting into the swell, rather than pounding./slamming.
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💬 Re: FRIDAY'S CHILD
11 months ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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Great to see yet another Huntsman being dusted off for a refit and a new life.
They're a great boat, but weight distribution and lighter weight are both important for a model that sits nicely at standstill and also performs well. Keep us updated with progress.
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They're a great boat, but weight distribution and lighter weight are both important for a model that sits nicely at standstill and also performs well. Keep us updated with progress.
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📝 Model Boat Clubs
1 year ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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I was chatting to a couple of the guys who used to be members of WWMB the other weekend at Camrose vintage show and they were saying that they don't tend to meet any longer as finding places to sail is extremely hard.
I don't know of any other model boat clubs in Pembrokeshire to be honest.
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I don't know of any other model boat clubs in Pembrokeshire to be honest.
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📝 Fairey Huntress Long Cabin
1 year ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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Well done with your progress Chris.
Exciting news that a lake test is well in your sights.
I for one am looking forward to hearing how well she performed.
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Exciting news that a lake test is well in your sights.
I for one am looking forward to hearing how well she performed.
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💬 Re: Sea Commander restoration
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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My Sea Commander was like that when I got it, the keel, bulkheads and some of the cabin sides had delaminated.
Someone recommended Captain Tolleys Creaping Crack Cure.
EXCELLENT stuff!!!
I bought some and a couple of smaller syringes and gave it a go, putting clamps onto the areas after applying the product.
The result is, my keels, bulkheads and cabin sides are all solid now.
Will
Someone recommended Captain Tolleys Creaping Crack Cure.
EXCELLENT stuff!!!
I bought some and a couple of smaller syringes and gave it a go, putting clamps onto the areas after applying the product.
The result is, my keels, bulkheads and cabin sides are all solid now.
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📝 Fairey Marine.
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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It's a good video that one Colin.
Another favourite of mine is 'Ride the white horses'.
Another favourite of mine is 'Ride the white horses'.
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💬 Re: International Dragon "White Lady" DEN 166 1:6.
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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I've always liked the Dragon, as my Father and Uncle both had International Swallow many years ago. The Swallow and Dragon are quite similar to in design, hence my liking of both.
My Father currently has an International Soling, which isn't too dissimilar either.
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My Father currently has an International Soling, which isn't too dissimilar either.
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2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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1x Taycol Standard.
I can't remember if I have tested it or not, but will try and do so tomorrow evening after I get home from work.
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I can't remember if I have tested it or not, but will try and do so tomorrow evening after I get home from work.
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2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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Steamer, I'll have to check, but I think that I still have a Taycol Standard motor amongst my bits and bobs.
I'll check and get back to you if you haven't already got something sorted.
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I'll check and get back to you if you haven't already got something sorted.
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📝 Fairey Huntsman
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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NickD, nice to see another Huntsman 28 being built, they're such a pretty boat, more so than the 31 in my opinion.
This is one of my Veron Huntsman 28, they're 42" long.
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This is one of my Veron Huntsman 28, they're 42" long.
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💬 Re: Scratch Built 31" 'Blue Moppie'
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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If you send me a private message with your email address, I will see if I can find the plan that I have and send it to you.
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💬 Re: Scratch Built 31" 'Blue Moppie'
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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The Moppie boats are quite famous in the offshore world aren't they.
Great to see a slightly more unusual boat/lesser seen boat being built.
I think I have plans, including top sides for 'Brave Moppie'.
There were 5 versions of boat all sharing the same hull, just with different superstructure, Huntress and Brave Moppie being two of them.
Will be following the build with interest.
Will
Great to see a slightly more unusual boat/lesser seen boat being built.
I think I have plans, including top sides for 'Brave Moppie'.
There were 5 versions of boat all sharing the same hull, just with different superstructure, Huntress and Brave Moppie being two of them.
Will be following the build with interest.
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💬 Re: Sea Commander
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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I do like a Sea Commander, they're a great example of a semi scale classic motor boat aren't they.
I must admit, yours is much tidier/more complete than mine, I still have loads to do, but it was a bit of a basket case when I got it, so I have done a fair bit on it already.
I must admit, yours is much tidier/more complete than mine, I still have loads to do, but it was a bit of a basket case when I got it, so I have done a fair bit on it already.
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💬 Re: Pleasure Cruiser
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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That reminds me a little of a Dowty Turbocraft in design (a boat that I'm a big fan off and would love to try and build one day). Obviously it isn't water jet drive like a Dowty, but still, it's not dissimilar.
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Very nice 😎
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💬 Re: Condor
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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What an absolute corker.
You've done a fantastic job of creating a really realistic looking boat there 👏😎
You've done a fantastic job of creating a really realistic looking boat there 👏😎
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📝 SURFACE DRIVE EXPERIMENT
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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They don't work for me either Chris.
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💬 Re: Veron Marlin Cruiser Rebuild
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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I like the modifications you've made to it.
I've always felt the Marlin is a little different looking, odd maybe, from some angles.
Looking forward to hearing what running gear you decide upon and how well it performs.
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I've always felt the Marlin is a little different looking, odd maybe, from some angles.
Looking forward to hearing what running gear you decide upon and how well it performs.
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📝 MODEL FRAMING JIG
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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Great idea JB and a good pair of boats to build and test it out on.
Will be following this with interest.
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Will be following this with interest.
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📝 Vintage Sea Commander Sea trials.
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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Hi Colin, great to see yet another of the classics restored and now getting some use. I hope that I am able to finish my own Sea Commander to such a good standard.
I agree with your comment regarding the battery weight. Whilst the speed may well be scale like, the boat does appear to sit fairly low in the water, so I believe that a lighter battery would definitely be a good call as it would increase freeboard.
Overall though, a great looking model, well done and time to enjoy it now. Will
I agree with your comment regarding the battery weight. Whilst the speed may well be scale like, the boat does appear to sit fairly low in the water, so I believe that a lighter battery would definitely be a good call as it would increase freeboard.
Overall though, a great looking model, well done and time to enjoy it now. Will
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💬 Re: 1954 35 ft. Chris Craft Sport Fisherman / Cruiser
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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Very nice indeed.
Looking forward to any updates as and when.
Have fun with your build.
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Looking forward to any updates as and when.
Have fun with your build.
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💬 Re: Finally the Rapier
3 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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Steve, I must admit, it appears a tidy boat and I like the colour scheme, except there's a lot of white with all of that superstructure, so maybe a change with some of that would break it up a bit. The hull and deck I like though.
Hope your good lady is well on the mend and you start to get some more model time soon.
My boats. Well, I've put some paint on the Arrow, to tidy it up a bit. Looks better now than it did, but not finished with that yet.
I'd like one of the Huntsman 28 on the water 1st and then it'll be one of the Lesro boats, Sportsman maybe, or Javelin.
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Hope your good lady is well on the mend and you start to get some more model time soon.
My boats. Well, I've put some paint on the Arrow, to tidy it up a bit. Looks better now than it did, but not finished with that yet.
I'd like one of the Huntsman 28 on the water 1st and then it'll be one of the Lesro boats, Sportsman maybe, or Javelin.
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💬 Re: Javelin
3 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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Looks like you've had a good score, with this and the Rapier.
Well done Steve.
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Well done Steve.
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💬 Re: Finally the Rapier
3 years ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Midshipman)
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Very nice Steve, that looks in great condition.
What are your plans for it?
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What are your plans for it?
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