To the oddball e mailer who asked where the crane is, Perhaps a little more understanding about RNLI boats might help, this is a Trent and not a Severn class lifeboat and yes the rivet count is correct and the orange colour is exactly the right shade.

Thank you Peter

It is always nice to receive compliments especially from such a knowledgeable source.

The model could not have been completed to this standard without the help and co-operation of the RNLI crew at Whitby. They gave unprecedented access to the boat allowing all sorts of detailed photos and measurements to be made. 

The model has been used to raise funds for the RNLI by being on display at a few collection points and I am very proud that the model has in some small way helped a most fantastic organization.

Thanks again

Paul

Hi Vinnie

Ok I am up for it…….what do I have to do?

Incidentally that is a very nice model of a Tiger tank and I do see your point of including figures, they give realism to the scale.

Paul

Ok Vinnie

I will fire up the box brownie and get hold of some flash powder (whats a mb??)

Paul

Hello Len

Its sad to say but I’m not allowed mars bars,

Or Beer and Spirits ……………

And if I don’t put my glasses on I can’t use sharp objects..

BUT AM I STILL HAPPY!!!!!! (well would you be?)

Sad Paul

Hello Ken

All the spirits went west 3 years ago it broke my heart to loose the 25 year old malts, they ended up with my brother in law (a Bud drinking dullard) who finished the lot off in a month.

Alas

Paul

Hi Vinnie

I am amazed that my photos could be used to such good effect you obviously know your trade very well.

Thanks for asking me to participate.

Paul 

ps

Is now a good time to discuss fees???

Hi Len

I have every confidence in the fact that if Vinnie had a budget then he would pay huge fees but I am just happy that he posted my photos.

Paul