MAKING PROGRESS 

WIN a pre-production factory sample of Billing Boats’ newly updated & soon to be relaunched 1:60 kit!

THE MIGHTY MINTANIC

Some top tips for getting more out of a very basic little hull build

ANJIBEE

A classic cruiser rebuilt

MTB 74 - A striking 'plastic magic' kit conversion.

Wattsun: The Solar-Powered TUG - A bright idea shared.

Modelling a working wherry - It don't mean a thing, if you ain't got that sing!

Exclusive WSP 10 Prize Draw...

MS Mercantic - Billing Boat's newly updated cargo vessel kit reviewed.

Chieftain challenge - This paddle-powered Tyne tug tackled.

DIY Water Cannon - How to inject more fun into your fireboat!...

The long silence of HMAS Sydney
In this month’s instalment of Flotsam & Jetsam, John Parker recounts how historians unravelled a tragic maritime mystery, and considers modellers’ options when it comes to this long-lost light cruiser.

GP hull gunboat and paddle warship
Adding to his all for one and one for all concept, Ashley Needham shares two more top ideas..

Steadfast support - Nick Brown explains why HMS Adamant was chosen as a stylish companion for his 1:48 scale HMS X-1 submarine, and how she was built.

WIN Ymer - In this month’s prize draw we’ve got a pre-production sample of Billing Boats’ improved/updated and soon to be re-released 1:60 scale tugboat kit
up for grabs, so don’t miss the chance of having your name pulled!

Flotsam & Jetsam: Going for a paddle - Pondering a paddle boat project? Then dip in as John Parker outlines some of the factors you’ll need to consider.

Athene
Here comes summer… and Colin Bishop’s gorgeous Greek fishing boat build, perfect for the warm weather sailing sessions.

Memory Lane: Days of Fury
Vintage guru Dave Wiggins takes a little look back at the model diesel engines marketed by British manufacturer E.D. Ltd.

HMS Warrior Part 1
David Bray begins a hands-on build review of Billing Boats’ 1:100 scale kit, aimed at the experienced static modeller.

River Ferry
A mini plan and full instructions for building this workhorse of a model from Glynn Guest’s very versatile design, which can be easily adapted to your own spec..

Moana’s canoe
Ashley Needham explains how he built a Wa’a Kaukahi fit for a Disney chief’s daughter.

Flotsam & Jetsam: Fletcher class destroyers
John Parker salutes these WWII champions of the Pacific and the numerous modelling opportunities they present.

Land of the Rising Sun
Kerry Jang visits Shizouoka, Japan, home to kit manufacturers Tamiya and Woody Joe..

SLEC’s KD Perkasa
Ahead of a full build review in next month’s issue, Nick Brown provides a preliminary inspection of this 1:40 scale kit.

USS Keats Sound
Construction of Glynn Guest’s ‘standoff scale’ World World II US Navy seaplane tender continues.

Targets, Comets and Stars
In another trip down Memory Lane, Dave Wiggins whisks us back to the 1950s’ British electric model boating scene..

Princess Victoria
Peter Binns chronicles the build of his 1:18 scale steam-powered 1907 Cornish twin-screw passenger steamer.

USS Keats Sound
Glynn Guest documents his build of this ‘stand-off scale’ model based on the US Navy seaplane tenders of World War II..

Sparmax ARISM Mini Kit Prize Draw
Yet another fantastic prize up for grabs this month comes in the form of a super airbrush, compressor and accessory kit, generously supplied by The Airbrush Company.

Mississippi mesmeriser
Lionel Broadbent explains how he transformed the Mantua paddle steamer kit into ab all-singing, all-dancing, motorised stunner.

A truly magnificent Severn
With only one previous scratch build under his belt, Chris Wood fearlessly takes on a big, bold and incredibly brave endeavour.

Beaulieu and Buckler’s Hard
If you’ve only ever associated Beaulieu with its National Motor Museum, perhaps it’s time to think again. Stephen Paul Hardy explains…

Pulling the strings
Curious to see how a model squarerigger with both braces and sheets on one mast could be controlled, Nev Wade decided to find out…

Landing Craft Mini Plan
Whoops – sorry! Due to last month’s mini plan not being as user-friendly as it could have been, we’ve decided to make some adjustments and re-run.

HMS Exeter
Ashley Needham takes on another big restoration..

Flotsam & Jetsam: Bathurst Class Corvettes
John Parker tells the story of these general-purpose vessels designed and built in Australia during World War II, and considers the options for open to prospective modellers.

Landing Craft Mini Plan
Glynn Guest provides instructions his easy-build design that lends itself to either being kept nice and simple or modified and detailed to suit your own particular spec.

Speedline Models relaunched
Original founder Adrian Gosling chats to us about why he’s helping push the boat out on this exciting new venture.

The Christiaan Brunings
John Mileson shares his observations on building and installing a steam plant into this Deans Marine kit..

Exclusive Prize Draw
Your chance to net a fantastic prize with our ‘Catch of the Day’: Billing Boats’ delightful 1:60 scale easy-build kit for the 1960s’ shrimp cutter Rainbow.

Retriever
Want to avoid getting into deep water should things go wrong? Well, help is at hand with Glynn Guest’s nifty airboat recovery vessel.

TARDIS bumper boat
Is there a Doctor in the house? Well, not exactly, but we do have our very own ‘mad man with a box’, a.k.a. Ashley Needham.

I.C. powerboating basics
Derek Owen continues his introduction to this aspect of the hobby, this month considering the aesthetics.

The KISS principle
Feeling all at sea? Warminster Model Boat Club member Mike Payne comes to the rescue.

Boiler Room
Richard Simpson drills us on getting the best possible results out of a simple task that is way too often bodged..

HMS Indefatigable
Prototype test builder James Hatch begins the first of a two-part feature documenting his build of Vanguard Models’ newly launched 1:64 scale kit.

No frills thrills
Whether you’re’ simply looking for a bit of casual fun or have a burning desire to seriously indulge your competitive streak, Derek Owen explains the I.C. powerboating entry level basics..

The return of the Emile Robin
The Billing Boats’ kit back by popular demand

Flotsam & Jetsam: USS United States
John Parker tells the story of one man’s vision, the resulting Blue Riband winning ocean liner and the options open to modellers today…

Tackling Terror
Aquanaut Ashley Needham serves up a Stingray chaser.

Make it personal
Richard shares some great ideas on how to transform a mass-produced RTR model into something satisfyingly unique..

Aquacracker
Tony Bird explains the train of thought behind his fascinating loco-powered steamboat.

The Turtle’s tale
Lionel Broadbent takes the plunge with another oddball, turning Bushnell’s flawed concept for the first American military ‘submarine’ into a terrific little talking point of a model..

Will Everard Prize Draw
Your chance to WIN this recently improved and reintroduced into the Billing Boats’ range 1:67 scale kit.

1:400 Enchantress
Richard Dyer explains why he thinks you’ll be charmed by JSC’s latest card kit.

Exterminate! Exterminate!
If you’re of a nervous disposition, hide behind the sofa now, because Ashley Needham is about to incite a Dalek invasion..

The Wizard of Oz
An informal interview with award-winning Aussie modeller, YouTube channel host and front cover star Harry Houdini.

Sail Wars
Harry Hitchenes treats us to a little lighthearted fun with a Jedi-style message.

Memory Lane: Refuelling!
Dave Wiggins flags up some ‘more miles per gallon’ options for fellow vintage enthusiasts/collectors..

Top Billing Prize Draw
Your chance to win Billing Boats’ superb 1:12 scale kit for the African Queen.

Save money with a subscription
Check out the latest offers and get your favourite magazine for less..

The Orphan’s tale
John Mileson tells of how, with a little imagination and a lot of TLC, he transformed a discarded old hull into a charming Swallows and Amazons-style sailing dinghy.

Seagull sea change
Dave Wooley puts the finishing touches to this inspiring conversion.

Flotsam & Jetsam: Crafty Chris
John Parker reflects back on how Chris-Craft carved out a reputation for pleasure boat design excellence and considers the plans and kit options available to modellers.

Billing Boats
The story of this long established and much-loved brand brought bang up to date – plus, the scoop on some exciting kits that are now just over the horizon.

Empress of Canada – Part 4
Roy Cheers completes this oh, so elegant, transatlantic passenger liner.

Taking the plunge
Glynn Guest explains why and how he first dived into the tricky art of submarine modelling.

Boiler Room
Richard Simpson continues to document his latest project, designed to test out some very innovative new equipment.

HMS VICTORY
The long build that ended up going viral.

USS ROOSEVELT
A 1:96 Arleigh Burke class destroyer with some very nifty working features..

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