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The Model Yachtsman and Marine Model Magazine: Volume 5, Number 2 – May 1932

Editorial – Argues for standardized junior model
How to Make a Scale for Reading Plans – Explains how to construct custom measuring scales.
London Jottings / M.Y.A. National 10‑Rater Championship
M.Y.A. Scrutton Consolation Cup (10‑Raters)
The “Dacia” 10‑R. Challenge Cup
Highgate M.Y.C. / Regional Club Reports
Y.M. 6‑Metre Owners’ Association Racing
North Country Club News – Reports
Ulster Notes – Detailed accounts of matches
Wales Club News (Colwyn Bay) – Junior and senior.
Construction Plans of a Shetland Sixern
Council and Association News
Test Glue – Practical advice on repairing wooden model hulls
The Keel Row – Discussion of fin‑and‑skeg
Calcutta Model Yacht Club – Overview
Bending and Stretching New Sails
The Way the Wind Blows – Instructional essay
Correspondence – Letters
Obituaries and Notices – Death notices
Supplement: Design for an A‑Class Model Yacht

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The Model Yachtsman and Marine Model Magazine: Volume 5, Number 1 – April 1932

Editorial – Reviews reader questionnaire
I.M.Y.R.A. Notes – Reports on international
Summer Skies in Winter – A reflective essay
A Model Yachtsman’s Dream Ship metacentric balance using the cruiser Fidelis
The Shetland Sixern – Historical study
Lines and Sail Plan of a Shetland Sixern
News of the Little Ships – Regional club
Our Scottish Page – Comprehensive update
Queries and Replies – Technical correspondence
Are Draught Restrictions Necessary in Rating Rules? – examining the relationship between draught, displacement
Why Is the Bermuda Rig More Efficient Than a Gaff Sail? – Technical explanation
Obituary: Captain F. J. Healy – Tribute
FORTHCOMING FEATURES – Preview

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The Model Yachtsman: Volume 4, Number 11 – February 1932

Editorial
Model Yacht Designing for Beginners (Part V) – by “Yardstick”
A Reasonably Priced Range of Models
Art Photo Service: Captain A. O. Pollard, V.C., and Mrs. Pollard
The Rigging of Brigs (continued) – by G. W. Munro
The Formation of an International Model Power Boat Association – by H. B. Tucker
A-Class Model Yacht - Designed by A.W. Littlejohn
On What Lines Can the Model Yachting Association Assist to Develop the Sport? – by “Mogador”
Models of Destroyers (Swedish Feature)
London Jottings
News from Wales
North of England News
Our Scottish Page
Relation of the Model Prototype to the Model (Query and Reply)
Sail Plan of 36‑inch Bermuda Ketch – by G. W. Munro

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The Model Yachtsman: Volume 4, Number 10 – January 1932

Model Yacht Designing for Beginners (Part IV)
Old Ships and Guns – by John Alden
The Rigging of Brigs (continued) – by G. W. Munro
S.S. “Monarch of Bermuda” – by Atlantic
The Use of Metal for Model Power‑Boat Hulls (Part II) – by A. C. Davison
The 36‑inch Bermuda Ketch Model – Designed by G. W. Munro
News of the Little Ships
Our Scottish Page
The Keel Row
South Manchester (Humorous Correspondence)

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The Model Yachtsman: Volume 4, Number 9 – December 1931

Editorial
Model Yacht Designing for Beginners (Part III)
The Rigging of Brigs (continued)
A Long Passage by a Model Yacht
News of the Little Ships
Philadelphia 42‑inch One‑Design Class
Our Scottish Page
A Model Dwelling (Competition)
Keel Forms and Two Experimental Models
With the Juniors in the U.S.A.
The Use of Metal for Model Power‑Boat Hulls (Part I)

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The Model Yachtsman: Volume 4, Number 8 – November 1931

Model Yacht Designing for Beginners (Part II)
Sail Plans and Aerodynamics – by Lt.-Col. J. T. C. Moore‑Brabazon
Petrol Motor Launch “Mary” – by John Wallace
Rigging of Brigs – by G. W. Munro
Two Charming Miniature Models
How to Make Up Starters’ Cards for Model Yacht Races
News of the Little Ships
Our Scottish Page
The New Model Yacht Basin at Chicago
John Black (Cartoon Feature)
Wooden Hulls for Model Power Boats (Part VII)
Correspondence

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