MODEL BOATS AND YACHTS For those who thrill to the sound of the sea, perfect scale models of famous boats to entrance and delight all viewers. They look wonderful in any setting - come in choose from our extensive collection. |
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AMERICA'S CUP YACHT of the 1890s - winners until the advent of the catamarans with famous names such as "Columbia", Endeveour" and Reliance. A statement confirming that design and aesthetics mix successfully ! |
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| BRIXHAM TRAWLER Mid-nineteenth century fishing vessel from Devon, typically about 20 metres (65 feet) long, whos hull form is still copied today for its outstanding seaworthiness and handling characteristics. Gaff ketch rig with contrasting tan and cream sails. | MEDITERRANEAN FISHING BOAT Workmanlike double-ended hull with adjustable lateen sail, and orrs stored securely on the gunwale. |
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| SAILING DINGHY Chunky in construction and broad of beam - a 'Swallows & Amasons' style gaff-rigged open dinghy to inspire dreams of lake exploration and river adventure. | OYSTER FISHER Long-keeled open working boat, much as those once used to work the oyster beds of South Cornwall, and now regularly raced in the same waters. |
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| WHALER Double-ended open sailing boat, fast and easy to manouevre, originally used for whaling and later adopted by the Navy for general-purpose use and training. | CANOE-STERNED DINGHY Double-ended for seaworthiness, with large rudder and manageable rig. |
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| PRAWNER Gaff-cutter-rigged, long-keeled, fishing boat with seakindly and directionally-stable hull, capable of offshore work in heavy weather. | SPRAY Joshua Slocum''s famous boat in which he became the first man to circumnavigate the globe in the 1800's having first rebuilt her from derelict. |
NAUTICAL FOLK ART Extra-ordinary as it may seem, rough and burly sailors are the source of what has become a recognised form of Art - depicted here in lovely Italian knot boards - intricate sailors knots displayed in picture form making it the ideal way to enliven pubs, restaurants, seaside hotels and holiday homes with lasting and interesting art work. Can be customised to suit specific product promotions. |
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| Knot board | World knot board |
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| Anchor knot board | Ship knot board |
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| Knot board (18 knots) | Antique map knot board |
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| Ships Master | Bosun |
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| Jack | Ship wheel |