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Model Boats (RAF Air/Sea Rescue Launch) - 3 (of 11) - Samsung Galaxy S8 - Photographer Russell McNeil PhD (Physics) lives in Nanaimo, British Columbia where he works also as a writer and a personal trainer.
This former garage is now used to house the model boats exhibition at Bletchley Park. The garage was originally used to house Sir Herbert Leon's two Rolls Royce cars.
Various model boats.
Includes the RMS Titanic.
Reflection of me, tried my best in later shots to avoid my reflection.
Never to late to learn how to thread a needle.
Sewing the square sails onto the yards on my Juan Sebastian Elcano.
Operation Pluto (Pipe-Lines Under The Ocean) was a Second World War operation by British engineers, oil companies and armed forces to construct undersea oil pipelines under the English Channel between England and France in support of Operation Overlord, the Allied invasion of Normandy in June 1944.
The new outdoor pond at the Scottish Maritime Museum is now structurally complete and has been partly filled thanks to the local Fire Service. I could not resist the temptation to christen the new pond and thought it fitting that my model of the museum's very own steam yacht Carola should be the first vessel on the water. Myself and the other local club members are eagerly awaiting the complete filling and Grand Opening.
Got to love this little gem, a steam powered model paddle steamer that was remote controled and painted to look like the Adelaide Steamer on the Murray River.
Taken at Lake Goldsmith 100th Steam & Vintage Rally, at Lake Goldsmith, Victoria in 2012.
"Bob and Judy Reader" by Grace E. Storm, published by Lyons and Carnahan, 1936. Illustrated by Vera Stone Norman.
This model was built by my grandfather, Dr. A.J. May of Hayling Island. He built this in 1937 - totally scratch built. It is about 4 foot long, lights up internally and still has the original light bulbs he fitted back then. It was left to me when he passed away in 1968 and has been my pride and joy ever since.
This former garage is now used to house the model boats exhibition at Bletchley Park. The garage was originally used to house Sir Herbert Leon's two Rolls Royce cars.
Various model boats.
This is a model of the HMS Poppy.
Dimensions: L: 35 W: 9 H: 10 Inches
The Riva Aquarama was designed by Carlo Riva in the 1960s. The Riva is noted as one of the most legendary and famous speedboats out there. It is available as a FULLY ASSEMBLED model ready to be proudly display as a piece of history.
Master craftsmen handcraft these highly detailed wood models from scratch using historical photographs, drawings and original plan. They are built to scale with high-grade wood such as: western red cedar, rosewood, and mahogany. They are 100% hand built individually using plank-on-frame construction method and are similar to the building of actual ships. Each model requires hundreds of hours to finish and must go through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop.
This is truly beautiful model of the Riva Aquarama with western red cedar and mahogany hull. There are multiple tones of wood decking on the bow. You can find exquisite details from the leather works to all the realistic gauges. All fittings such as windshield frame, wiper, navigation lights, mirror, flag pole are made of stainless steel. The cockpit has two hand stitched individual leather seats as well as a rear passenger seat. The swimming platform also comes with stainless steel hand rails.
The model rests on a wooden stand for easy display.
History: In 1962 Carlo Riva introduced the AQUARAMA series of new fast runabouts. She was powered by a 2-Riva 350 horse power engines and was hailed as the water borne Ferrari by the industry. AQUARAMA is still being built by Riva; over 800 have been delivered. Without question, Riva of Italy, which traces its beginnings to a mid-19th century carpenter shop, is the world leader in producing elegent, luxury wooden runabouts.
Dimensions: L: 35 W: 9 H: 10 Inches
The Riva Aquarama was designed by Carlo Riva in the 1960s. The Riva is noted as one of the most legendary and famous speedboats out there. It is available as a FULLY ASSEMBLED model ready to be proudly display as a piece of history.
Master craftsmen handcraft these highly detailed wood models from scratch using historical photographs, drawings and original plan. They are built to scale with high-grade wood such as: western red cedar, rosewood, and mahogany. They are 100% hand built individually using plank-on-frame construction method and are similar to the building of actual ships. Each model requires hundreds of hours to finish and must go through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop.
This is truly beautiful model of the Riva Aquarama with western red cedar and mahogany hull. There are multiple tones of wood decking on the bow. You can find exquisite details from the leather works to all the realistic gauges. All fittings such as windshield frame, wiper, navigation lights, mirror, flag pole are made of stainless steel. The cockpit has two hand stitched individual leather seats as well as a rear passenger seat. The swimming platform also comes with stainless steel hand rails.
The model rests on a wooden stand for easy display.
History: In 1962 Carlo Riva introduced the AQUARAMA series of new fast runabouts. She was powered by a 2-Riva 350 horse power engines and was hailed as the water borne Ferrari by the industry. AQUARAMA is still being built by Riva; over 800 have been delivered. Without question, Riva of Italy, which traces its beginnings to a mid-19th century carpenter shop, is the world leader in producing elegent, luxury wooden runabouts.
I met up with a couple of gents, members of the Gipping Valley Model Boat Club, giving their model boats a workout! Fun to watch and one thing I've never thought of modelling … I've done aeroplanes and cars but … maybe it's time to give it a go?
I reminded them that it won't be long now before the cob swan will be seeing them off … he actually sunk one of the boats last year! 😊
These models are so accurately built .. right down to a jar full of tiny tiny sweeties in the kitchen area of a narrowboat they had with them! Sadly, I missed that one being sailed .. never mind … next time, perhaps!
I was determined to have at least one model of Scottish road, rail, air and water travel. Anyscale models very helpfully fulfilled the water aspect with this uniquely Scottish, manually operated, turntable ferry. This wonderful 1:76 scale, resin set just requires assembly and painting. It thankfully prevented my having to scratch build a CalMac ferry in that scale.
I have painted this in the same style as the MV Glenachulish, the world’s last manual turntable ferry, and featured in the linked video, by Tom Scott. The model however was created by Anyscale as a generic turntable ferry, representative of the type. -https://youtu.be/H2ZBSFiuWIo?si=
At one time turntable ferries have operated at 11 water crossings around Scotland. Whilst the MV Glenachulish is the last active, previously these types were found operating at; Ballachulish, Bonawe, Corran, Cuan, Dornie, Kessock, Kyleakin, Kylerhea, Kylesku (the most northerly), Scalpay and Strome. Before bridges these vessels provided a critical inter-island link for vehicles and foot passengers alike.
I’ve named this “MV Western Spinner”, she’s seen both during crossing and at the slipway, carrying then offloading a Police car and Royal Mail Postbus, both Land Rovers.
Yours truly I have built Scale models from a early age, This ones a Graupner Motor Torpedo Boat which we fitted with Radio Control.
The Build plans can be seen hanging under the Steam Boat Model. In the Top corner the Red Hull is for a Sail Yacht which is under constrution.
In the 1980s i moved onto RC 1/12 Electric Car racing i will dig out some pictures later.
The Shead was about 20ft x 8ft had full electrics and heating, many a long winters evening was spent in there, to this day i watch very little TV probably because i never watched it from a early age, always doing other creative things.
In Case you wonder why the Air Pistol,We had the Occasional Visits from a Rat.
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Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site in Steveston
located at 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC Canada
Richmond’s historical connection with the sea was celebrated at the 13th Annual Richmond Maritime Festival, a free family event at a National Heritage Site.
Over two days, land lubbers and sea-goers of all ages enjoyed activities that delight one and all. Discover local lore, visit beautiful wooden boats, create works of art, bring your picnic blanket and enjoy the tasty treats. Take in music, painters, wood carvers, potters, stilt performers, puppets, story tellers and much more!
The Richmond Maritime Festival celebrates all things waterfront at the Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site. From wooden boats to model boats, water safety to sea creatures, local lore to fishing history, the festival invites visitors to explore a spectacular heritage site and enjoy music, games, interactive exhibits, roving performers, food and much more.
Video of a small catamaran I built from reeds, with a plastic bag as sail. This is one of many boats I've built for my kids from stuff found on the beach.
I've built tons of boats over the years and I think a catamaran is about the most seaworthy type of boat you can build from flotsam.
These boats can actually go quite fast if the wind is right, and you can even set a course with the rudder. Great fun for, ahem, the kids.
Dimensions: L: 35 W: 9 H: 10 Inches
The Riva Aquarama was designed by Carlo Riva in the 1960s. The Riva is noted as one of the most legendary and famous speedboats out there. It is available as a FULLY ASSEMBLED model ready to be proudly display as a piece of history.
Master craftsmen handcraft these highly detailed wood models from scratch using historical photographs, drawings and original plan. They are built to scale with high-grade wood such as: western red cedar, rosewood, and mahogany. They are 100% hand built individually using plank-on-frame construction method and are similar to the building of actual ships. Each model requires hundreds of hours to finish and must go through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop.
This is truly beautiful model of the Riva Aquarama with western red cedar and mahogany hull. There are multiple tones of wood decking on the bow. You can find exquisite details from the leather works to all the realistic gauges. All fittings such as windshield frame, wiper, navigation lights, mirror, flag pole are made of stainless steel. The cockpit has two hand stitched individual leather seats as well as a rear passenger seat. The swimming platform also comes with stainless steel hand rails.
The model rests on a wooden stand for easy display.
History: In 1962 Carlo Riva introduced the AQUARAMA series of new fast runabouts. She was powered by a 2-Riva 350 horse power engines and was hailed as the water borne Ferrari by the industry. AQUARAMA is still being built by Riva; over 800 have been delivered. Without question, Riva of Italy, which traces its beginnings to a mid-19th century carpenter shop, is the world leader in producing elegent, luxury wooden runabouts.
This model was built by my grandfather, Dr. A.J. May of Hayling Island. He built this in 1937 - totally scratch built. It is about 4 foot long, lights up internally and still has the original light bulbs he fitted back then. It was left to me when he passed away in 1968 and has been my pride and joy ever since.
December 19, 2013: On the occasion of finding out that a plank bender for model boat work costs a bloody fortune I made my own. The good news: it works; the bad news: I'd like to make more but I only had enough gears in the scrap bin to make the one!
Dimensions: L: 35 W: 9 H: 10 Inches
The Riva Aquarama was designed by Carlo Riva in the 1960s. The Riva is noted as one of the most legendary and famous speedboats out there. It is available as a FULLY ASSEMBLED model ready to be proudly display as a piece of history.
Master craftsmen handcraft these highly detailed wood models from scratch using historical photographs, drawings and original plan. They are built to scale with high-grade wood such as: western red cedar, rosewood, and mahogany. They are 100% hand built individually using plank-on-frame construction method and are similar to the building of actual ships. Each model requires hundreds of hours to finish and must go through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop.
This is truly beautiful model of the Riva Aquarama with western red cedar and mahogany hull. There are multiple tones of wood decking on the bow. You can find exquisite details from the leather works to all the realistic gauges. All fittings such as windshield frame, wiper, navigation lights, mirror, flag pole are made of stainless steel. The cockpit has two hand stitched individual leather seats as well as a rear passenger seat. The swimming platform also comes with stainless steel hand rails.
The model rests on a wooden stand for easy display.
History: In 1962 Carlo Riva introduced the AQUARAMA series of new fast runabouts. She was powered by a 2-Riva 350 horse power engines and was hailed as the water borne Ferrari by the industry. AQUARAMA is still being built by Riva; over 800 have been delivered. Without question, Riva of Italy, which traces its beginnings to a mid-19th century carpenter shop, is the world leader in producing elegent, luxury wooden runabouts.
A scratch built 1/96 scale radio controlled model of HMAS Hobart in its carry unit, taken at Brisbane back in 1995. The builder, Rick had served on the real RAN ship.
The bottom of the display has a slight tilt to suggest a ship moving atop waves.
Bergdorf Goodman Christmas window display in the Wish You Were Here series, taken by day. Inspirations included Voyage dans la Lune, Jules Verne, Victorian aviation, vintage futurism, and more.
Dimensions: L: 35 W: 9 H: 10 Inches
The Riva Aquarama was designed by Carlo Riva in the 1960s. The Riva is noted as one of the most legendary and famous speedboats out there. It is available as a FULLY ASSEMBLED model ready to be proudly display as a piece of history.
Master craftsmen handcraft these highly detailed wood models from scratch using historical photographs, drawings and original plan. They are built to scale with high-grade wood such as: western red cedar, rosewood, and mahogany. They are 100% hand built individually using plank-on-frame construction method and are similar to the building of actual ships. Each model requires hundreds of hours to finish and must go through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop.
This is truly beautiful model of the Riva Aquarama with western red cedar and mahogany hull. There are multiple tones of wood decking on the bow. You can find exquisite details from the leather works to all the realistic gauges. All fittings such as windshield frame, wiper, navigation lights, mirror, flag pole are made of stainless steel. The cockpit has two hand stitched individual leather seats as well as a rear passenger seat. The swimming platform also comes with stainless steel hand rails.
The model rests on a wooden stand for easy display.
History: In 1962 Carlo Riva introduced the AQUARAMA series of new fast runabouts. She was powered by a 2-Riva 350 horse power engines and was hailed as the water borne Ferrari by the industry. AQUARAMA is still being built by Riva; over 800 have been delivered. Without question, Riva of Italy, which traces its beginnings to a mid-19th century carpenter shop, is the world leader in producing elegent, luxury wooden runabouts.
1/24th scale scratch built model constructed because I knew the real one (which is on the slipway at the SMM in Irvine looking rather worse for wear) would never sail again and I liked the look of her so much that I just had to make my own!
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Miniature Engineering Museum
Grandsons, Dan and Rory sailing some of the model boats which I built for the Scottish Maritime Museum on the indoor pond. This was some years ago and now the Museum has a very good and much bigger outdoor pond.
A visit to the Anglesey Sea Zoo, an aquarium with various sea life species inside.
The Anglesey Sea Zoo (Welsh: Sw Môr Môn) is an aquarium, and independent research and marine education centre on the south coast of Anglesey island in North Wales. Located just outside the village of Brynsiencyn, Anglesey Sea Zoo claims to be the largest aquarium in Wales, and displays over 150 native species.
The Anglesey Sea Zoo was opened in 1983 when the owners of a lobster shop wholesale business realised lobster tanks had become attractions in themselves. In 2007 the attraction was sold to research ecologists who have since gone on to develop research and conservation projects based at the aquarium, as well as several community conservation initiatives.
The Captain's Bridge. Something for kids to play with. Radio controlled boats in the water.
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