The Model Boatbuilder is no longer accepting commissions. We are leaving the site up so you can enjoy it, and especially the gallery. We’ve spent long enough, working to very close limits, and always against deadlines. A lot of it has been fun, we’ve met some lovely people, and we’ve built some beautiful models, but it’s time to call it a day. Maybe I’ll have time to build one or two for myself! I still deal in pre-owned models, so if there is something you are after, you can always ring and ask. (0772 031 0057). I have fairly extensive contacts, and might just know of what you want, going for a reasonable price. If you have something especially nice you want built; say a sailing model of a graceful gaff cutter; or a traditional double-ended lifeboat; or a sturdy fishing boat; and if you are prepared to accept a rather leisurely building schedule, well you could always try asking me if I am prepared to come out of retirement. No promises, though!