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And John, thank you as well. At least the lobster from Model Shipways is available in Europe but I'm not sure about Bluejacket, do you know about them by any chance? Kind regards, Adrian

Thank you, these are very nice recommendations and it's another valid point, it's difficult to tell the abilities of people who start. I would prioritize the possibility to cover all of the basic skills and that the ship has fine lines, a fat cargo ship wouldn't feel as good to look at as a sleek schooner :). Are the Vanguard kits available in Europe? I have a feeling this is also a factor to use in our decisions as kits from other continents may be either unavailable or priced to account for import taxes making them less competitive with similar kits in the same range, other aspects considered comparable.

Hi, I am new to model building but I do like to build things while paying attention to details and I am super enthusiastic about sailing ships. I find it awesome that the community here is so helpful and the initiatives are also phenomenal, like tracking the completed builds. I have seen the starting kit recommendation and I am taking it very seriously. I am also intrigued, I have to admit. From the top post recommendation I could see no mention of the Occre kits whatsoever and several build logs mention having done more than their basic kits as their first build. It made me ask myself, is the recommendation standing because it was done long ago, and how many other kit builders made instructions and kits easier to build? This is coming from a time and financial investment perspective as well, if I don't choose a rowing boat as the first project I start with min 70 EUR anyway and if something like the Buccaneer is achievable with precise kits, video instructions, well written manuals and community help with a 50% extra cost then it is a bit easier to choose comparing to Artisania Latina's new Jolly Boat for example, which I am still seriously considering as the first build that does seem to have the recommendation and mention of the community here. In the Jolly Boat I would miss the deck planking, for example which is a part of the Buccaneer or the Endeavor, both having ship logs as first builds. Thanks! Kind regards, Adrian