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General => Introduce Yourself => Topic started by: the Learner on May 06, 2011, 03:56:48 AM

Title: Newbie
Post by: the Learner on May 06, 2011, 03:56:48 AM

Hello all, I am a new member that just joined the Paddleducks and am looking forward to future discussions on the Forum. I am a model maker/builder and my current build is a model of a 1806 Gunboat designed by Christian Bergh. I am a Member of the SMA and was active in the recent WSMC&E in Newport Beach CA. I am also a NRG Member and enjoy research as will as building. I am currently reading the book "Clydebuilt" by Eric J. Graham.  I want to build a 1/48 scale model of a Side paddle wheeler used as a blockade runner during the American Civil War. I am currently looking for Plans availability and the history before I decide what ship I will construct.

Any suggestions or direction would be most welcome

I live in Southern California and have access to 4 Maritime Museums, my favorite being the Ventura County Maritime Museum

Guy,

Title: Re: Newbie
Post by: PeeWee on May 07, 2011, 05:31:27 AM

Welcome to our corner of the web.  I hope you enjoy your paddling  and  :goodluck on your plan search.

Title: Re: Newbie
Post by: the Learner on May 13, 2011, 11:40:33 AM

Thanks, have found a few sorces but just not the one I want yet! but I will find it