Very large model boats

duncan · 21-03-2004

Nice to have a UK Forum

I own and operated a large (manned) model of H.M.S. Invincible (RO5) the modern aircraft carrier.It is to 1/24th scale and is 31ft long. I would like to know of other similar type models , anywhere world-wide. There was a large 30ft model of the cruise liner Oriana in Australia. Anybody know of it`s current location? The famous Scarborough battle fleet I know of. What happened to the late Bill Wilkinson`s wonderful paddle tug "Cracker"? Check www.warshipmodelsunderway.com pages 6 and 13 in the Gallery to see the type of thing I mean. Thanks and happy sailing, Duncan

**John** · 22-03-2004

duncan can't find the url, I would like to look at this

**John** · 23-03-2004

That is an awsome model, I think the wife would have something to say if I brought that home

duncan · 23-03-2004

She said it was probably some kind of Fruedian compensation thing....dont know what she meant Duncan

adzam · 23-03-2004

i do seem to remember an item about bill wilkinson and his boats , cracker was also shown. alas i was unaware that he had passed on. but his dedication and the models he produced in the limited space he had where nothing short of stunning. if i am correct , either his son or son in law
9or possibly a neighbour) also aidded in the building and maouvering of these vast models.

10-04-2004

Those are amazing. Never seen models that big. I am impressed

duncan · 13-04-2004

Glad you liked it Fubar. Go to www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk and look in the "Show Reports" for Beale Park,click on "boats" . These are ,I believe, the latest additions to the Portsmouth Model Boat Display Team`s fleet, both are crewed. Dont know any other details. If you hear of anything similar in Canada or US let me know. regards Duncan

riggers24 · 25-04-2004

Bill Wilkinson's boat cracker is in the hands of his friend Paul but the others have gone in to his estate after his death but if you want to talk to the lad who has the boat go to http://www.modelmania.btinternet.co.uk/

duncan · 25-04-2004

Thanks Riggers, Its good to know Cracker is in good hands. Hopefully she will sail again. I enjoyed the crack with Bill when we met.

helimetric · 03-09-2007

Hi Duncan,

Any more pix of this amazing ship model.

John