Check out the videos at Edey and Duff's web site for more photos of the Stuart Knockabout 28 and other boats.

The lines drawings are from an ad by Harding Sails. They make it possible to produce very accurate half models.

Over 60 Stuart Knockabouts have been made in fiberglass by Edey and Duff. There are a number of them now for sale on-line. Click for Stuart Knockabout 28 video of hull #15 for sale.

This ad by William Harding, E and D Stuart, Inc. provides the lines drawing for these models.

I enlarge the lines drawing to .5" or .75" to 1' scale for cutting profile, deck and frames. I mount the frames on the profile and cover them with the deck plan. This makes a very accurate frame which is planked with balsa or bass wood strips to assure a very accurate hull shape.

The hull shape is sanded with a long board to be sure that all the curves are fair. It is then filled with bondo glazing compound and many coats of primer to assure a very smooth finish.

The deck color for models based on real boat photos.
Click on this image to enlarge it, BACK to return

Click for a beautiful tribute to the beauty of the Stuart Knockabout 28.

Price as shown: $395 plus shipping.

Other models that I offer

The Daniels and Tucker classic 3rd Edition from 1952 with a lot of information on yacht design has been the main attraction to model makers worldwide.

I have been getting about 1 order per month for the CD-Rom with the two manuals.

See my other web site at www.angelfire.com/fl4/mft

See videos of my models on YouTube.

Contact me at:

Milton Thrasher
mthrasher@verizon.net
4258 Hearthstone Drive
Sarasota, FL 34238
941 966-9179

Richard Taylor and daughter sailing IOD 48" number 1
This was the first of the IOD 48" models that I built starting in 1995.

This web site offers a well known sail boat class model boat kit for those with a yen to build one for themselves in many sizes.

Very accurately cut laser cut and band sawn frames guarantee that your model will be true to the designer's lines.

Study these models to see if you agree how beautiful they are.
Whether it will be your first or perhaps another one of many models
you have built, you will enjoy building one of these models.

The IOD to the left on the trailer is Jim Bishop's IOD 101 Makai which has recently been refurbished. She may have been one of the first fiberglas IODs built. He keeps her at American Yacht Club in Rye, NY.

IOD models with laser cut and band sawn frames and detailed instructions

Other International One-Design Model Yachts

Click YouTube for several of my videos about IOD models I offer.

This is the first IOD built by Bjarne Aas of Norway in 1936 for Cornelius Shields who started the IOD Class at Larchmont Yacht Club. I bought her in 1971 from the Kings Point Merchant Marine Academy and raced her from 1971 to 1976.

IOD 1 Aileen is shown as she is today after being rebuilt professionally by Bruce Dyson of Marblehead a few years ago. She is now owned by Tony Huston of Larchmont, NY. She was the fastest boat in the 2006 IOD World Championships rotations. Tony Huston won the 2006 IOD World's at Larchmont, NY and came in 3rd in the 2007 IOD World's at Nantucket.

Click Here for Wikipedia write-up about the IODs.

IOD 48" Ready-to-sail r/c models - $3500 plus S&H

This is the first IOD 48" that started the IOD fiberglass model production in 1996. Over 35 IOD 48" hulls have been distributed to those who finished them to their own specifications. I finished five for buyers who ordered them as presents for full scale IOD owners and crews.

Now, both IOD 36" and 48" ready-to-sail fiberglass models are available customized to your colors and sail numbers.

IOD half-model hulls are available in various sizes. The IOD 13.5" hulls on 9” x 16.5” hard wood plaques start at $350 ppd.

IOD 8.25" hulls on 12" x 16" walnut plaques with sails, spars, cuddy cabin, insignia and number and brass name plate are available for $550 ppd.

Several like this one were done for Nantucket IOD Fleet Association members.

IOD laser cut or band sawn frames for many sizes of r/c models - $150 per set plus S&H

An IOD 48" Assembly Manual that was provided with fiberglass hulls and a CD-rom with an extensive set of instructions and photos from previous IOD builders are provided with each set of frames.

The CD-rom and assembly manual are both available for $25 ppd.

They include the IOD lines drawings and lists of sources for parts to
build vintage models. I also provide band sawn frames for other models in various sizes for $150 per set.

Many IOD manuals and plans have been sold to scratch builders especially in UK, Australia and New Zealand.

Contact me for a quote. 941 966-9179 Eastern Time. E-mail Milton Thrasher.

Laser cut frames for 13, 18, 24, 33.4, 36 and 48" IOD models - $150 per set plus shipping.

Click on each photo for enlarged views - Click BACK to resume.
This 24" set of frames, center profile panel and cuddy cabin bulkheads true-to-scale. Full hulls or half-models can be made with these frames.

The center profile panel makes it very easy to set up the frames with matching slots in the profile. Planking can start immediately.

This 1OD 24" model was built from laser cut frames which are no longer offered. A laser cut deck with laser etched strip planking now available only by special order was provided with each size set of frames. The laser etched decks are now available only by special order.

Click on the deck to enlarge, BACK to return.

IOD 48" laser cut frames for r/c models - $150 per set + S&H

Cockpit coamings, jumper strut, masthead crane and other parts are included with each set of frames.

Frames for the r/c models have 3" deeper keels than to scale for stability.
Malcolm Farrant has provided a large collection of photos showing how he planked his frames with .75mm x .30mm strips of maple that he cut on his planer. This is the best example of IOD 48" models built from scratch seen thus far. There are 11 IOD 48" plank-on-frame projects underway that we know about.

IOD 48" Active Modeling Projects

I offer laser cut frames and parts including laser etched decks by special order.

1. Fraser Elder of Aukland, NZ nearing completion
2. Malcolm Farrant of UK. Finished
3. Eric Woll of Annapolis, MD
4. Ray Kunert of Wetumpka, AL 334 202-9489
5. Paul Oberender of Belden or Albuquerque, NM (I lost contact with him)
6. Ray Durr of Ossning, NY. Finished - See photos of his work below
7. Richard Long of Rochester, NY is building two at once
8. Ken Allcott and friend in New Zealand are building two for racing
9. Vern Wansong of Houston, TX is building a 66" IOD at 2" per 1' scale

Bill Bibeault was making an IOD 48" to be rigged as a schooner. Unfortunately,
I have lost contact with him after he said he was having heart problems.

IOD 36" Active Modeling Projects
1. Mark Still, Devon, PA - RC model
2. Milton Thrasher, Sarasota,FL - RC model

Models of kit boats from WoodenBoat, Midwest or Quarterdeck Model Catalogs!

I build solid models of boats sold by kit boat suppliers. I use the frames to control a wood carving tool that traces the frames and assures a very accurate solid wooden model.

This IOD 24" model shows what I can do with kit boat models. I can create a skeleton structure with frames and profiles which I use to create pattern that can be traced with a "Copy Carver" router tool that traces 3d models to make hard wood copies. These are then further refined by hand. Very accurate final machine carved models result.

Hard wood copies of models can be made from many sources!

Select the model you like from the many suppliers then
contact me for an estimate for a machine carved half or whole model
up to 24" long! The frames can be enlarged or reduced to any scale with
a copier and then cut out in the size you want on a band saw.
The frames, either for half or both sides, are then mounted on a profile.

Ordering Procedure for finished models - specify the following:

Model Type/Class
Finish/Color Scheme:
Cove/Sheer Stripes colors if any:
Hull color:
Bottom color and Boot Top color:

Sails and rigs can be provided as needed for a fee. Backboards are cherry veneered plywood with black edges. Other veneers are available as needed for a fee. Engraved brass name plate: Up to 3 lines - $15.

Display stands available from $10 to $25.

Your name:
Address:
City: State: Zip:
Phone: ! E-mail:
Call for cost of Shipping and Handling based on Zip code and method of shipping.

Prepay by check or money order for model, name plate and S&H total.

Mail to:

Milton Thrasher
4258 Hearthstone Drive
Sarasota, FL 34238
941 966-9179

IOD plank-on-frame model construction process

Attach frames at marks on the keelson with CA glue.

Attach them to cross beams with clothespins while planking so they can be adjusted.

Use planking pieces to assure alignment at various levels and directions before planking.

Install gunwale strips at the deck level to begin. Add planks starting at the deck down and from the keel up. 1/8" x 1/2" basswood is recommended.

Use Elmer's white glue on the frames and each edge.
Sight the centerlines for each station to get perfect alignment

Experienced builders choose IOD models for scratch building

They choose the IOD as one of the most aesthetically pleasing boats of all times.
To make the job significantly easier, order frames and part for 33.4", 36" and 48" loa. Other sizes are offered such as 39.3" = 1 meter or even larger.
The 33.4", 36" and 48" loa models have 3.5" deeper keels than to scale to be more stable for r/c racing.
One person has recently inquired about a 66" r/c model size set of frames.

For desk top models, exact to scale sets of frames are also available in any size. The 13", 18", and 24" frames with center profile panel and decks are currently available.

Join the Vintage Model Yachts Group for IODs

Join to keep up to date on IOD model yacht happenings. Click on Vintage Model Group/International One-Design 48" for r/c model sailboats.

We expected groups to be interested in racing IOD models as a class. But, most are only interested in the aesthetics!

There must be at least 10 members to form an AMYA IOD Class. Please advise if you are interested in IOD One-Design Class Racing.
The IOD 36" model conforms to the proposed US Vintage Model Yacht Group 36" Class Rules.

Join the Yahoo IOD Model Yacht Group noted below to get updates frequently on our progress.

Two half-model plaques with sails and rigging were made for Nantucket IOD Fleet members to give as gifts to their crews.

See video links below for half-models in various sizes.

IOD models scratch built before laser cut frames

Click on the images to enlarge Jim Kiernan's photos. Back to return.

Basswood is the recommended planking material with Elmer's White Glue.

This IOD 48 #31 model was built for Martin Gibbs, a full scale IOD sailor at Fisher's Island, NY

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Contact:

Milton Thrasher
4258 Hearthstone Drive
Sarasota, FL 34238
941 966-9179
mthrasher@verizon.net

IOD drawings for scratch builders

Click for IOD Lines Drawing.

Click for IOD sail plan.

Click for IOD deck arrangements.

Additional Photos and Videos re: IOD and Other Models

More full scale IODs and IOD model photos are found by clicking on: Webshots.com

Videos of full scale IODs and IOD models can be found by clicking on: You Tube

The San Francisco IOD Fleet slide show video can be seen by clicking SF IOD Fleet.

Yahoo Group "IOD_Model_Yachts" has been created.

You can access it using the link below or from the Yahoo! Groups "My Groups" page.

Group home page: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/IOD_Model_Yachts
Group email: IOD_Model_Yachts@yahoogroups.com

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Models and Other Items Available

Wanderer 30 and Baltic 38 DP were recently delivered.
They were customized in colors of the owners' boats as a gifts.
Click on the photos for larger images.

My inventory of as-is half models is for sale

Click for my 7-22-8 inventory of as-is half models: Inventory.

I list my 62 models on-hand listed with prices and type of finish for each.

These models are moving fast. Get them while they are still available.

This photo shows the quality of these polyurethane model boats.

Ask for detailed photos of those models that you are interested in.
Other model makers may buy the whole lot at a discount.

The 5 Ensign Class at the left are available as a group for $350.

I have 5 Ensigns, Shields, Beneteau 42 3/8" scale, C&C 38 Mk II, 3 Catalina 34, many Stars, several Etchells 22, several Solings,2 11 Metre, J 80s, Corel 45, Tripp 40, NY 36, Ranger J-Class in 13" and 24", 4 Santa Cruze 70s and 10 power boats. They are 1/2" to 1' scale in most cases. Contact me for photos and prices.

Other photos are at miltonthrasher.angelfire.com

I am making a Stuart Knockabout 28 by first making a plank-on-frame half model balsa wood pattern and then making a hard wooden copy.

Check out my models shown by videos on YouTube.

Check out my models shown by videos on YouTube.

Click for my new website for my liquidation sale of molded half models.

Build a Pearson 35 half model with the bread and butter method

Click on Pearson 35 to see the step by step method a young lady used to make a half model of a Pearson 35 called the bread and butter method.

Recent Shipments to Customers

This Beneteau 42 and Catalina 28 Mk II were recently delivered. Four Beneteau 42s were delivered to the American Yacht Club in Rye, NY.

Photos of the American Yacht Club and other model rooms can be seen by clicking on miltonthrasher.angelfire.com and clicking links at the top of that web site.

The Catalina 28 was ordered by Richard Silva of South Dartmouth, MA with the waterline marked as shown in a video on YouTube and my other web site.

I am now selling off the molded half models that I have on hand while they last.

Many buy them as gifts or as trophies. Some clubs buy my models for decorations to show the boats of their flag officers.

Custom made models and shadow boxes are provided for holding flags, medallions and memorabilia.

Star, Etchells 22, IOD and other models, half-models and band sawn frames

International Star Class models

I built Star 3909 in 1957 and raced on Lake Hopatcong, NJ and Long Island Sound. I have owned 3 other Stars which are great sailing boats. I now offer band sawn frames and parts for the AMYA Star 45 Class and other size models of the Star, Etchells 22, IOD and Dragon. Star models are the easiest to build due to their flat sides and small arc bottom.

Ready-to-sail 45" radio controlled models - $3,500 + S&H
Band sawn frames and parts for 45" radio controlled models - $150 per set + S&H
Hand carved half-models 13 1/2" loa on 9" x 16.5" wood plaque - $149 + S&H

They are perfect for trophies and gifts for crews and committee members.

Contact mthrasher@verizon.net - www.angelfire.com/fl4/mft & 941 966-9179

Star Class 45 and other size band sawn frames now available

The frame layouts can be enlarged or reduced for any size Star model you wish. These are for Star 45s or other sizes of Star Class models.

It is recommended that new builders start with the Star 45 before other models with wine glass sections such as the IOD or Marblehead 50/800s. They have hollow garboards which are somewhat more difficult to plank.

Balsa or basswood planking covered with thin fiberglass is the recommended method to build these fine models.

Fiberglass hulls are available from me for $1000 for those who want to get a head start for racing competition.

Click HERE for a YouTube video on how to build a Star 45 Class r/c model using laser cut frames to star.

Contact me for a quote on band sawn frame kits. 941 966-9179. mthrasher@verizon.net

Etchells 22 R/C 36", 45" and 60" Models and Half-models

The Etchells 22 was described by Dennis Conner as the world's best class. The list of past champions who are America's Cup skippers that race them include Dennis Connor, John Bertrand, Russell Coutts, and Ken Read. Skip Etchells was a former U.S. Navy and Sparkman and Stephens designer. He designed her as a possible Olympic keelboat class in a competition held in Switzerland by an international body. Although the officials spurned his faster sloop in favor of the smaller Soling, the trials generated interest and Etchells began building the first of his 12 boats. Today, there are more than 50 fleets spanning the Earth. A strict one-design association controls class rules and 696 boats are currently registered worldwide.

Having heard that the committee preferred the Soling, I contemplated entering the competition which Skip Etchells entered with his Etchells 22. My plan was to extend the lines of the Soling to 30' which the rules allowed. Skip advised that the Soling had already been picked and not to bother! That was good advice.

Click for Etchells Class office in San Diego, CA.

Etchells 22 36" and 45" radio controlled models - $3500 + S&H
Etchells 22 half-models 1:24 Scale on cherry hard wood plaques - $349.
Etchells 22 band sawn frames and parts for 60" radio controlled models - $165 + S&H.
Etchells 22 band sawn frames for 36" and 45" radio controlled models - $150 + S&H
Etchells 22 band sawn cut frames for 22.25" desktop models - $75 + S&H.
Request a quote for other sizes.

The Etchells 22 lines are available from the Class Rules web pages.

Models, half-models, band sawn frames and r/c models are available.
I also offer half-models mounted on plaques, with or without sails.
See my IOD half-model plaques that I made for the Nantucket IOD Fleet.
The r/c model keels are deeper than to scale for stability when racing.

Contact me for a quote: Milton Thrasher - 941 966-9179

Other web pages for model yacht builders

IOD Model Yachts
IOD 48" Class History
Other Model Yachts
There is an MSN Group for Vintage Model Yacht International One-Design 48"
See www.yahoo.com/groups - IOD_Model_Yachts
See www.YouTube.com - Search for IOD models

IOD Documentation CD-Rom Included With Band Swan Frames

The CD-Rom and the IOD 48" Assembly Manual are available separately for $25.

Daniels and Tucker Model Yacht Building 278 page book for preface, Jim Longworth's files with Delta Class hardware diagrams, IOD construction details, Jim Kiernan's photos, Model Boating scans, instructions file, Tom Houles book - "Building and Racing Model Sailboats", how to cover with fiberglass by Jim Ryan, IOD lines drawings and sail plans, more IOD photos, Great Basin parts order, jib and main Sail diagrams, mast jack and rigging, SailEtc mast jack and rigging, goose neck fitting, jib and main .pdf's, Ghost Class .zip file, Model Boat Show Photos from Feb 2-3, 2007, IOD photo collection, laser cut frames photo collection, Todd Dunn's Corel Draw .cdr and .jpg files of his models and lines drawing.

The 74" Vanja A Class R/C Model Yacht plans include in an article that appeared in the Popular Mechanics Magazine in 1936 are now available. Vanja Model Yachts web site.

Yachting Videos and Websites

| Yahoo Groups|
| My photos on Webshots | IOD 48" Model Yachts| More IOD Photos |

| IODs on SF Bay | More IOD photos|

|Irwin Owners| CNN| WND |Google|
|Angelfire|Drudge

1970 Irwin 23 #24 "Classy Lady" at Sarasota, FL

The Classy Lady is the modified Irwin 23 #24 built in 1970 kept at the Sarasota Sailing Squadron on a trailer for day sailing. In the winter months, we will be sailing with the Siesta Key Sailing Club. Click to see the Siesta Key Sailing Club website.

It has an extended mast, fixed fin keel in place of the centerboard, and other enhancements for day sailing in lieu of cruising.

We sail most Wednesdays in the cooler weather after launching from the Sarasota Sailing Squadron's hoist by 11:00 a.m. and go for lunch at one of the many spots around Sarasota Bay. The shore breeze usually fills in by 1:20 each day giving us a 10 to 12 knot breeze of easy sailing with a crew of 3 to 4 and sometimes 5.

Circumnavigation of Lido Key is often attempted when the wind direction is good. We are usually off the water by 3:30 with boat put away by 4:30.

Those interested in joining us for a Wednesday sail should call me for details. The oversized spinnaker with Star mainsail and #2 Genoa are a powerful combination. The Star sail adds 18% more area. Call 941 966-9179 to join us for a sail.

Starting February 2008 we began sailing with the Siesta Key Sailing Club in some of their races. We have been assigned a temporary handicap of 18 minutes.

The official SKSC web site is at http://www.geocities.com/charliekilbourne/ that shows the fleet and program. SKSC does reverse handicap racing on 4 days per week in the first two weeks of November, December, February and April each year. The handicaps are based on performance, not theoretical speeds based on measurements. The starts are at 1:30 p.m. with reverse handicaps so that all should finish about the same time. They usually finish before 3 p.m.

An additional SKSC website for News and Regatta Information is at http://siestakeysailing.angelfire.com. It has a lot of photographs of the SKSC Fleet.

Wanted: Information on where to buy a Japanese plastic auxiliary sailboat model.

Please click for information on a Japanese model auxiliary sailboat that I want to buy.

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