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Commercial Model Boat Resources

We would welcome suggestions for further entries. Inclusion of a supplier on this page does not constitute an endorsement! Furthermore the description given is, in general, a subjective opinion. If you object to the description of your site please email me and changes will be made! Note that a numebr of suppliers provide a SRCMBC discount.

Model Boat Traders Directory

Model Boat Mayhem Traders Directory The best information source for commercial sources of UK model boat supplies which can be searched using keywords. Rather than repeat that information, below we only list some sources of modelling supplies in the SRCMBC area, and also some other resources which members have found useful.

Buying and Selling Model Boats

Members Adverts ...Don't forget the "Members adverts" page on this web site!
Ebay page for Electric Radio Control Model Boats.
ModelBoatMayhem Private Sales Some good bargains appear here from fellow model boaters.

Model Traders

Here we list traders associated with or used by club members plus "adverts" for traders who have contacted us directly, and whose products look interesting. Note that the SRCMBC can accept no responsibility for your dealings with any of them!

Club Member's Firms
Models By Design A range of models including Model Fishing Boats for sale from SRCMBC member Andy Griggs company. (Internet and Shows only). (SRCMBC discount)
Scalewarship A Company run by Club Member John Wills, and modellers Robin and Alan Carpenter, specialising in photo etched and finely detailed 3D parts for scale warships (steam and sail). Also a source of modelling resources e.g. powders and paints for weathering, etc.
 
Model Boats
BattleCrafts is a new fittings supplier. Nice stuff in resin and brass mainly warships but some others too. (David McNair-Taylor)
Cornwall Model Boats is one of the best sources of model boats kits and parts. A 5% discount is available for SRCMBC members, please contact Sam or Anja (01840 211009) in order to set up your special account (they will verify your Club Membership with us). Their (new May 2015) address is Cornwall Model Boats Ltd, Unit 3B, Highfield Rd Ind Est, Camelford, Cornwall, PL32 9RA.
Mainly Planes N Trains Actually almost entirely planes and trains, but they do stock a good range of modelling materials, RC gear, etc. and are helpful in ordering parts not in stock. Situated in Gosport.
MarksModelBits A new company based in South Wales. Manufacture the "Foggy" Mist Maker smoke unit, and sell motors, servos and more. Will custom make smoke units to fit in your boat. Email: Mark.
ModelBoatBits A new (April 2010) company run by Steve Tranter who is a member of Chasewater MBC and Kingswinford MBC. A supplier to Mountfleet Models they manufacture various component's in-house plus a growing selection of model boat parts and fittings.
Salisbury Model Centre: If the members are having trouble trying to locate bits i.e. brass tube and the like, building from scratch I have come across a model shop in Salisbury... SALISBURY MODEL CENTRE, 37 FISHERTON ST. SP2 7SU. Tel 01722 334 757. He has a small shop (he is ex-army) and if he doesn't have it in stock he will do his best to get it for you. He is open all day Sunday, easy parking behind Sainsbury's and a quick walk through to Fisherton Street. (from Richard Scragg)
Technobots A source of electronics components and kits suitable for RC applications, SRCMBC members get a 10% discount. Used to have a shop in Totton but now web based from Rugby. Electronics units developed by SRCMBC member Alan Bond, and described in his Hints and Tips pages, are available from Technobots. (SRCMBC discount)
 
Model Aircraft and Hovercraft
RC Airplane World. The New Forest focus for RC aircraft is on Beaulieu Heath.
Evergreen RC Aircraft, Complete range of r/c models for beginners through to advanced.
Radio Controlled Model Hovercraft. Web retailer selling Hovercraft Kits and assembled models.

Other Modelling Resources

Halfords Motor parts stores. You knew that, but remember that they sell wires, connectors, and fuses designed for high amps at around 12V DC, just like what you have in your model; also spray paints, etc.
HobbyCraft Chain of "Warehouse" type Craft Shops providing a source of materials and tools. Imagination needed to use their stuff on a model boat but can be useful!
Maplin Electronics components and more. Also cheap RC boats, cars etc. which usually need proper RC gear fitted but then go well! Named after Maplin Sands, off Southend.
Mind Sets on Line Has taken over from the Middlesex University Teaching Resources web site. Not as useful to the modeller as it once was but still worth exploring!

If your favourite site is not here please email me the web site address and, if possible include a short description of what is on offer.

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