Erycina 1882 by Blue Ensign - Vanguard Models - 1:64 scale - Plymouth Trawler

[Blue Ensign]

Erycina - Ketch rigged Plymouth Trawler 1882.

I’ve had this kit for a while, and with nothing specific in the immediate offing it will give me hopefully a no stress easy build of this pretty little fishing vessel to complement my Fifie and Zulu builds.

 

I was attracted to this boat by its sleek lines and interesting sail plan. Given the open deck and Fore and aft rigging it will be fairly easy to clean, and casing will not be required. It is also a model that will fit in a fairly small space.

 

My interest is also piqued given additional detailing for Erycina is provided in the book Sailing Trawlers by Edgar J. March

I can see an opportunity to indulge myself with a little off-piste detailing work.

 

On with the show.

 

B.E.

27/08/2025

[palmerit]

I have this in my stash too. After the Ranger I'm working on now, I'm doing the Zulu 'Lady Isabella'. Then the Erycina. I got all three of the larger Vanguard fishing vessels during an agesofsail sale last year. The first two are "Novice" boats, the Erycina is "Amateur" - maybe because the Erycina has two masts? It'll be interesting to see if there's anything else on this one that is more challenging than the others.

[Blue Ensign]

I can't see much difference in terms of construction between Zulu, which I built as Muirneag, and the Erycina; both have two masts and similar hull shapes.

Erycina  has shrouds and  ratlines, and a slightly more complex sail arrangement, which possibly accounts for the different  Vanguard rating.

 

They are both excellent subjects for those new to ship modelling, and make very attractive models.

 

You are doing a fine job with your Ranger build. 👍

 

B.E.