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B522 Monterey Lobster Boat Suitable for Radio Control Even though this boat is known as a Monterey, the design of this craft originated in San Francisco Bay, California, (90 miles from Monterey). This boat was built at Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco and was given the nickname Monterey.
The immigrant Italian or Sicilian craftsman in San Francisco Bay, patterned the “Monterey” after the Mediterranean Lateen Sail Felucca, with modifications to accept a gas engine, so this is a true California, USA creation!
These boats were “built by eye,” no plans used, the craftsmen simply started with a general double ended design, with an ample beam, clipper bow, and built the remainder by eye. So, “All “Montereys” are alike, but no two are the same.” This 1928 version owned by Angelo Ghio, has all the characteristics of a true “Monterey,” as he chose the style of house; stem curvature etc. that he preferred. Several thousand of these boats were built from 1910 to 1950, they proved to be very sturdy (cedar planking) and reliable with much beauty for a work boat! A few are still in use, the “Monterey” boat is in its 77th year, (its 9th owner).
Scale 1:20
Length 49cm
Beam 12.5cm
The Billing Boats kit of the Monterey features: plank on frame construction, laser cut plywood keel and frame components, wooden superstructure and decks, hull and deck fittings in wood, brass and/or plastic, rigging cord in various sizes, Propshaft, rudder and propeller. Includes Full size plan sheets and an instruction manual with English Text.
Billing Boats Level: Advanced Beginner
Humbrol Paint Colours recommended for this model:
2 Emerald
11 Silver
12 Copper
16 Gold
19 Bright Red
22 White
23 Duck Egg Blue
35 Clear Poly Varnish
Price: £125.95 (Including VAT at 20%)
Euros: €153.66 (Inc VAT) / US Dollars: US$170.04 (Tax Free)
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