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General => Introduce Yourself => Topic started by: john horsfall on February 06, 2026, 09:21:25 PM
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Hi everyone,
I have been a modeller on and off most of my life. My interest is very definitely in the making and not using. I recall getting into a lot of trouble with my wife when I made a yacht kit given to me as a gift. On the day I finished it I put it in the bin. She called me weird but, whilst that undoubtedly has the ring of truth, I gain pleasure from solving problems and using my hands and brain to make something.
Anyway, during Covid lockdown, I made a Thames barge "Veronica" from Sarik plans. Its finished now bar minor modifications. I haven't sailed it yet as I have just changed my car and it no longer fits in the boot! I have almost finished making the mast fold properly (as does the real thing) to make it transportable.
One feature of interest is the winches which I 3d resin printed gears and all. This now enables me to fold the mast down. I always like to bring new skills to the party and hope that I can share my experiences.
I am now starting to do the research into Waverley. My goal is to use live steam to power it and, if I can get access to parts of this forum which are currently denied to me, I can see that there is a wealth of knowledge to be tapped.
John