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Well the first problem I have encountered is finding somewhere which stocks the raw materials in sensible sizes for building this model. I need 1/16, 1/8,1/4 plywood of the right grade. I had tried the local builders merchants and none stocked the smaller thickness ply.

I eventually  discovered Totem Timber in Cattedown Plymouth who not only stocked the wood in sensible sizes but also have a specific "model Shop" within the builders merchant. You have to find a staff member to unlock the "shop" which is set in a mezzanine at the rear of the main display store. I had limited time to browse but they seem to have a lot of goodies in here for the model maker.

Below are the first materials purchased for the build. Total spent so far £35. Read more

Hello and welcome,

This blog has a purpose. It will document the course of a complete build from scratch of a model Fairey Marine Huntsman from a plan by Vic Smeed.

First a bit about me and why I have created this blog. I am 52 years of age and recently retired from 30 years service in the Devon and Cornwall Constabulary. I live in Devon and since retiring I have been assisting my wife with her Antique Silver Business. I have also been developing a number of affiliate websites of which the main website this blog is attached to, www.myfordengineeringauction.com is one.

I mention all this before I explain I have no engineering or model building skills. The last model I can recall making was an airfix model of a Lancaster bomber when I was about 15 years old and a mad keen air cadet!

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