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Here at Hobby Corner we have a wide
selection of boat kits. You may want
a simple ready made motor or sail boat
from NIKKO, some with rechargeable
batteries and charger, and in the
case of the sail boat, an instructional video.
These ready-to-go boats suit
beginners of all ages or someone looking for a novelty
gift and are best
suited to boating ponds or swimming pools. A step up from these
come the ready to
run boats and yachts, with various models from IRVINE
and RIPMAX, some
with all the gear fitted, some allowing you to apply the
finishing touches yourself. Most are electric powered but increasing in
popularity
is the I/C or engine-powered boat, with its own pull-start system,
just like
the model cars. I/C powered boats are a little more fussy to operate
and
maintain, but reward the owner with longer run-times.Be careful though
because they don't have reverse and its easy to get stuck in the reeds !! |
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Electric power is a lot easier and with the help of a 12 volt
car-battery
and charger you can keep the boat running all
day. However,
it is advisable to use a few different battery
packs to minimise
the risk of overheating. The next stage up is the complete
kit.
These are becoming a little more difficult to obtain but if you
look at our
catalogues from
IRVINE
RIPMAX
PERKINS
MANTUA
TOYWAY
or AMERANG
you will see there is a nice selection which we can obtain.
Very
popular has been the return of the old Precedent range
of boats,
allowing the builder freedom of choice in all
aspects of the build
from a reasonably priced range of kits.
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Finally we come to the
static kits, these are showpiece models for the enthusiast. Basic starter
sets lead on to true works of art that take many hours to complete but
provide a great deal of satisfaction. We keep a selection of
BILLING
static boats in stock but there are many more available at your request.On the boat-building side we keep
rudders, props, prop shafts, universal joints, water scoops and power
plants. We keep radio gear on 27 or 40 megahertz, which are the recognised
frequencies, and of course enamel paint for a fine finish. |
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All
models featured by
Brian Roberts
Top right: Fishing
boat - "Helen."
Above: Tug - "Amsterdam"
Right: Yacht -
“Smaragd” (from a Robbe kit) |
Phone us with your requirements,
or
come to the shop and
survey our catalogues. |

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