grsjax Posted September 28, 2017 #1 Posted September 28, 2017 (edited) Picked up a couple of old constucto kits on eBay. Wasn't expecting much but the subjects, Wifredo, a mid 19th century steamer and Velachero, a late 19th century barkentine rigged cargo vessel using lateen sails on the main and mizzen were interesting and price was right. After receiving them I am pleasantly surprised. First the bad; No scale given but guesstimated at about 1:284 (1/32" = 1 foot) give or take a bit for the Wifredo / 1:32 (3/16" = 1 foot) for the Velachero, plastic dead eyes and really limited instructions. The good; very well made kits with nicely machined solid hulls, pre-shaped spars and well made fittings. Not a great challenge but the results will look good and be something a bit out of the ordinary. Edited September 28, 2017 by grsjax mtaylor 1 Quote My advice and comments are always worth what you paid for them.
KingDavid Posted October 5, 2017 #2 Posted October 5, 2017 looks like a great historical adventure! good luck with these kits! mtaylor and Canute 2 Quote
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