Title. Author. Summary
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TEER aehtsman & anoeist. A Monthly Journal of Model Yacht Construction, Fitting and Sailing; Canoeing News, Doings of the Clubs; Yachting Items; Correspondence; Sale and Exchange; & APRIL, Vol. [IX.—No. 4. All Communications (except Canoeing} must be addressed “Tue Epiror of The Model- Vachisman, 161 & 162, High Street, Hull.” CANOEING Communications must be addressed THE Epitor of Zhe Canoeist, Elim Lodge, Hornsea, Hull, or, 461 & 162, High Street, Hull.” 1892. Price 3a., Post-free 3′ has been no off-hand task we can assure our readers, as the drawings in the aggregate were excellent, and most of them possess qualities from which good models could be built, thus demonstrating the great improvement that is being continuously made in the art of designing model yachts. — THE MODEL-YACHTSMAN & CANOEIST is published on the Ist of each month, and can be had of any bookseller, or will be sent on application to the Publishers, on the following terms :— Post-free to any part of the United Kingdom, Europe or America…… paid in advance…… 3/6 per annum, Wd. or Id. stamps may be sent in payment. N.b.—In sending for single copies, 344d. in stamps must be enclosed to cover postage. Hui: THOMAS GRASSAM, 161 & 162, High Street. LONDON: OF course all the designers would have liked to have had a cominent from Mr. Watson on their productions, but the time and labor necessary to do justice to, and give information upon, such a large number of drawings, was out of the question, with Mr. Watson’s small amount of time at disposal. We can judge from the sentiments with which he concludes his comments on the first four, that we have made a big inroad as it is, into the small modicum of leisure that he has been able to snatch from the claims of a busy and arduous profession. ~o- E, MARLBOROUGH & Co., 51, Old Bailey, DVERTISEMENTS should reach this office not later than the 2Ist of the month, to secure insertion in the following issue. Rates on application. To Foreign Subseribers !—All subscriptions must be sent by Post Office Orders, payable to THOs. GRASSAM, HvuLu ; or, if sent in Foreign Stamps, please send value in one or two stamps only, of high value.—P.O.O. made payable to ‘*Fhe Afodel- Vachtsman’ will no’ for the future be accepted. Ir has been suggested by Mr. Long that the writer should give the dimensions of the other competitors, as such would show to the general body of our readers, in Totes, We are enabled to publish this month the awards of Mr. G. L. Watson on the designs sent in for the Open Designing Competition for 15raters, and also to give a reduced plan of the winner of the first prize. —O— We must first pay the thanks of the Model Yachting community, and our own sincere tribute of the same, to Mr. Watson for acting as the judge, and for the evident care and attention he has bestowed in selecting the best designs. This direction the that we think it may add to the interest of our readers. —=+~0 Gditorial what designing of boats for the 15-rating class is moving. This is a very good suggestion, and if a comment is added, it must be taken to mean =< Ir will be seen on reference to the names of the winners that Mr. Watson, without a possibility of even guessing where the designs emanated from (as nothing but the yacht’s name figured on each of the drawings) has awarded the pride of place to three of the most noted designers of model yachts, the name of the designer of ‘Phillada’ has not reached us, so whether he is another famous hand we cannot yet say. At any rate the result shows that the judge is an oracle on model yacht designs, as well as designs of the larger craft. —-O— Mr. T. Byrne Sint, Commodore Liverpool M.Y.C., has favored us with the programme of 62 THE MODEL-YACHTSMAN _ his club’s matches for 1892, which foreshadows a busy and interesting season, both for sail and steam, and in another column will be found par- ticulars of an inter-club match, which we hope will draw competitors from all quarters. Irv will be seen in another column that the American M.Y.C. areto be treated to a boathouse by the Park Commissioners, and that fifty models will be ia commission during the coming season. We are pleased to see that the sport is receiving official recognition in America, and offer our hearty congratulations to the American club. —0—— THe late designing competition for 10-tonners won by ‘Cupid’; Mr. Albert Strange, Searboro. Mr. Strange writes us that the model built from his prize design published in June, 1891, number of The Model Vachtsman and Canoeist, has satisfied him in every respect as to her build, fittings and finish, and that he has tried her as a very fast and weatherly boat in strong breeze, albeit one that will require careful handling. — Oo— Mr. T. 8. Downny, of the Excelsior M. Y.C., South Shields, writes approvingly of our paper and its services on behalf of our sport, but he thinks the reports of the clubs are very uninter- esting reading. They are lengthy, but convey nothing to those in other places, except that the matches have been held. In some cases, neither owners, dimensions of winning boats, nor des- cription of weather and sailing water are given, and therefore the perusal is not worth the time for reading, nor the space taken up. Mr. Downey also comments on the measure- ment and class discussions carried on in our columns, of which he has been an interested reader. He is able to state that enormous im- provement has taken place in the shape and general turn-out of the models in his district during the last few years: at the same time deploring the fact that sailing models on one course only, that ic, to windward, has tended to pro- duce a type of craft that is good on that course alone, and Mr. Downey suggests that the more sensible way of racing models of yachts is to set a certain course to be sailed over, and tackle it under any condition of wind, no matter whether it is a dead beat, a weatherly reach, or a sail across the track of the wind. Our correspondent also thinks the 1é-rating class will not promote inter-club sport as well as a smaller class, and inclines to 10-rating as being the best class to adopt. —o— To THE MODEL YACHTING FRATERNITY—We have received a number of letters congratulating AND CANOEIST us on the improved appearance of our journal for last month and thanking us for the splendid supplement issued with it. This change, and the beautiful picture, were due entirely to the patriotic action of our canoeing supporters, who knowing that the AZ VY. & C. has ever placed a full share at their disposal, determined to enhance its value, and if our model yachting friends will help us, by increasing our circulation and getting us some advertisements, as our canoeists do, we shall be able to present a supplement every month, ——O— Our Recister.—The fee for constant publication for each club is 5/- per annum, which entitles the club to a copy sent post-free throughout the year to the hon. secretary. Secretaries and other officers are asked to kindly assist in promoting our circulation by every means their power. in —_ Oo — CoMPETITION FoR CaLCULATING DISPLACEMENT, CENTRE OF Hrrort or Sarin &c. Our competition for simple methods of cal- culating displacement of models, as well as those for main and foresheets has met with praise from a number of correspondents, and some good replies have been sent in. —~O —- . Tse displacement method advocated by“J.M.” is simple and produces a result near enough for those beginners in whose interest we promoted the competition. = O—— “HASY DOES Iv” also supplies a simple method, which will be serviceable, and we should have liked to have published his example calculation and illustration, but cannot do so this month. —0-— THE contribution of Mr. R. Hartwell on ascertaining centres of effort of sail plan and centre of lateral resistance is of advantage to those who do not wish to go in for figures, but what we want to secure is a simple plan of cal- culation by figures. —0-—. ‘‘Aquarius” sends a contribusion on C. E. of sail plan and displaceinent which we hold over for the present. We do not think his arrangement of main sheet is as good as many of those in vogue, and we want an improvement. ——O— Mr. E. R. Tatchell is thanked for his model of boom with arrangement for sheet, which is very good, but as this number of years and is seem to fill the long method, and we think if has been in vogue for a well-known, it does not felt want for a better the sheet passed through THE MODEL-YACHTSMAN AND CANOEIST 63 two eyes at the outer end of boom, so as to keep ally on the very beautiful drawings they have be better. of most accomplished draftsmen, being beautifully fair and most neatly and accurately drawn. the reserve part from bagging and the sail from having to pull it out to the set length, it would sent in; the great bulk of these show the work —O— Mr. TatcHey, who has always been a valued friend of our journal, knows that we are always grateful for his assistance, but as we published illustrations almost identical with his plan in July 84 and August ’85, we hope he will be able to improve on the principle. Lisut, MrmppeTon sends usa letter on the subject of displacement, but as he has somehow imbibed the notion that our object in asking for a simple method of calculating displacement means that we are desirous of rating models by extreme displacement, his epistle to the Corinthians scarcely seems to ‘‘fill the bill.’ No desire has been expressed to do anything of the sort. Our correspondent also points out that “several Authors have published books on the subject, and it is not fair to invite traversers of those copyrights.”” When we invite contributions of a simple kind for the benefit of those who are not able to buy expensive books, nor to enter into the maze of a big arithmetical calculation, we are not likely to get copyright matter, and we should avoid publishing any if we knew of it, most religiously. The A.B.C. of the designing or fitting of model yachts is no man’s coypright. We hope no one will rise from the grave and accuse us of using his copyright on the ground that he was the first man to issue a book with straight lines in it. —o— WE have decided to send six copies of the M.Y. & ©. to “J.M.” and six copies to ‘“Hasy does it” for their simple methods of calculating displacement. —()— Mr. Hartwewr’s C.E. of sail plan not being calculation, in the sense we meant the term, we must pass with thanks for a useful contribution which we publish with pleasure. To “Aquarius” the same thanks are due. OPEN DESIGNING COMPETITION FOR 15-RATERS. THE Epitor, The Model- YVachtsman. Sir,—I have carefully examined the various designs for a model 15-rater and have awarded the first prize to ‘Melody’ and second prize to ‘Phillada.’ Ihave had considerable difficulty in placing the second prize ‘Serpolette’ and ‘Hawthorn’ being both very likely looking models. I have to congratulate the competitors gener- REMARES ON THE DEsIGNns :-— Melody, ld-ratiug, ‘‘for exposed waters.” 46 x 11-1 x 825. 28-88lbs. displacement. Ts a beautifully fair and well balanced design of moderate draft, and not excessively rockered keel. To this design first prize has been awarded. Perhaps somewhat more draft would have improved her, for windward work especially. Phillada, 15-rating. 44:5 x 12°85 x 18. Shows an exceeding powerful boat of 35lbs. displacement. The design is a very graceful one, but for ordinary weather is too powerful, the displacement being unnecessarily large, with the great beam, draft, and freeboard given her, she is also excessively cut away forward and aft, an undesirable element in models, where—what is gained by reduced surface is more than lost by the tortuous course steered. If this model can be kept going straight, she would be an exceedingly formidable vessel in strong breezes. Serpolette, 47x9°3x11-9. 382-5ibs. displacement. Is a fine example of a narrow deep model. Great care has been bestowed on this design and the sheer draft is very carefully and accurately drawn, she too would be a fine performer in disturbed water and strong winds. If any exception can be taken to this design it may be that she shows a trifle full forward, and also that the excessive rocker, or perhaps it might be called triangularity of outline, would prevent her steering straight. Hawthorn, 44-75 x 11 x 10. 24-85lbs. displt. Is one of the most beautifully shaped models submitted; and on a reach, in mere speed through the water, would I believe exceed any other of the designs of the same length. But she is a “‘fin’’ boat, and I much doubt if sucha model could be kept straight on a reach; while going to windward, I consider the before mentioned boats would be superior. In conclusion I have to acknowledge the pleasure | have had in examining all these beautiful drawings, and to express my thanks for so many competitors coming forward. It has been unable to go designs at an and numerous excuse. matter for regret that I have been into the merits of the various earlier date, but press of work, other engagements, must be my I am, dear Sir, Faithfully yours, G. L. Warson. 64 THE THE REMAINDER MODEL-YACHTSMAN OF THE DESIGNS. As this task of giving some information about the other designs is in no sense a placing in order of merit, the drawings will be unrolled and taken in hand as they come. We distinctly wish it to be understood we are not taking upon ourselves the office of judging them relatively, even in the most remote degree. facility, 46 x 10x 104. Is of the 38lbs. displacement. ‘Gloriana’ type, much cut away forward, and with a short straight keel; has too much displacement to be generally successful. Cegale, 50x 8x 14. 56lbs. displacement. Too narrow, deep and full at the lower part of mid-section to sail steadily except when close pinned; displacement too large for success in moderate weather. Punch, 42x 144 x 9%. S2lbs. displacement. Is much cut away forward and would steer badly in strong winds. Diana, 45 x 10 x 9. 8041bs. displacement. Has a suitable mid-section and displacement but is too lean in the forebody to be reliable as a model. Nance, 44-8 x 10 x 10-5. 34lbs. displacement. Has practical waterlines, mid-section and displacement, but will be rather hard-headed. Carmen, 44x 10-1 x11. 32-6lbs. displacement. Is a very good design in every respect. King Fisher, 43x 11x10. 6lbs. displacement. A good mid-section, rather excessive in free- board and fulness of the afterbody. Go Ahead, 44x10x9. 28lbs. displacement. A pretty and practical design, but would do with a little less deck sheer and a little more depth of keel. Phly- Yiu, 43 x 11} x 114. 28lbs. displacement. Rather too much attenuated in body, and cut away too much forward ; would be improved by fuller lines in the forebody. ; Novice, 40x 10x10. 27-41bs. displacement. Unnecessarily high at stern and taffrail, and too lean in the bows. Dawn, 43x 8§ x 104. Mid-section good. 371bs. displacement, A good practical design for a narrow boat. Charmante, 47x 11-1 14:7. 35-11bs displac’t. With a movable fin keel. A very handsome design, that might by her performance convert some of the faithful keelers. In our opinion AND CANOEIST. more beam would be an improvement. Goo Goo, 44x 9x 10. 43-7lbs. displacement, Too lean forward. Chatlenge, 45x 82x 9-15. 284lbs. displacement. Would be improved by fuller lines forward and greater relative draught aft. Liclipse, 48% 12-0 x 12. 30lbs. displacement. The V shaped mid-section does not give the stiffness which is so valuable a quality, and the forebody is far too lean. Marion, 44%9-0x10-4. 34-9]bs displacement. Another good design of the narrow type, well balanced and suitable for disturbed water. Thought So, 42x 114 x 8h. 29|bs. displacement. Would prove very fast, but uncertain on her course, Foil, 44x 10x 8. 36lbs. displacement. Too high fore and aft above water and would be improved by more depth of keel. Queente, 482 x 9x 11. 30lbs. displacement. Good mid-section and sheer plan. lean forward. Alexandra 45x 12x9, Far too 29%bs. displacement. Would be better with greater fulness forward and more draught, otherwise good. Most of the foregoing are well drawn and are a credit to the designers. Our criticism of what we consider the weak points, must be taken in good yart as it is given in the hope that the hints may prove serviceable, and also that they may induce our designers to discuss the points touched upon with their friends, and thus to gain additional knowledge. If any boats built from these designs, turn out good performers, which we doubt not some of them will, we shall : be glad if our criticism in each case be quoted and an account of the boat’s performance be given for publication. Eiprtor. If competitors have not received their designs, they will please send their naimes and address and the name of the design to this office, ag several did not furnish this information, and in spite of the published conditions two competitors put their names on the drawings, these were cut off and burned before we noted they had not furnished them separately. The winner of the first prize kindly offered to reduce the ‘Melody’ design to size suitable for our pages. If the other three that were placed THE MODEL-YACHTSMAN by Mr. Watson, would oblige in the same direc- tion, they would do us considerable service, and we should be glad to publish them all in due course, providing this fell in with their wishes. PRIZE WINNERS. The designer of Me/ody (ist Prize) is Mr. H. WueEaAtLeY RipspaLe, Hamble, Southampton. The designer of PAil/ada (2nd Prize) is NO NAME to hand. The designer of Serfoletie (8rd Prize) is Mn. A. E. Lone, Jarrow-on-Tyne. The designer of Hawthorn (4th Prize) is Mr. F. H. AuexanpeErR, Dunesville, Birkdale, Southport. The first prize is a model built to the winning design. The second prize is the latest edition of “Yacht and Boat Sailing.” Third prize is an edition of ‘‘Yacht and Boat Sailing’ presented by Mr, Albert Strange, Searbro. *ourth prize is a water-color drawing of a Yacht given by T. H. Bruce, Hull. Forestaysain SHEET AND MaINsHEET ARRANGEMENTS FoR MopsiLs.— Exchange & Fale Colum. For Sate, —‘‘VANESSA” 1888 (late “Nautilus” 1887), winncr of numerous prizes in Royal Canoe Club races, and 3 ge Q, Be 3 0 and a ramble round those shores was something to Icok forward to. 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