With reference to the deck hand rails:-
1. With the model being so heavy and large,
I found that transportation to the sailing venue, and the possibility of a reasonable walk from the parking area to the launch/waterside, that the handrails were the first items to suffer.
2. With the Mainsheet extending out over the railings, sometimes it would get snagged on one of the stansions.
3. The Genoa sheeting is really long and loose on the Lee side. it too could get snagged at times.
I am looking at getting new stansions and looking at installing them again, but with the Genoa fully rigged and sheeting operational, to see how it can be installed securely and reduced risk of snagging.😱

Because of the size of the sheets, I went to "Office World" a local stationers, that have a copy and print section. They scanned the documents for me, and put them on a stick.
I would suggest taking the files to them, and they can print them for you. Take a note of the sheets to be printed on the back of other, on A3. So you can assemble them in an A4 booklet. The page numbers on the left hand page is the sequence to use, as that is the first section of the book, assembly method. The later section is the parts lists etc.🤔
Ray

As you can see it has all the transfers....................

No deck rails on yours. Perhaps that is the way out of one problem.

The windows really work for me.

Still trying to open the plans.

All the best.

NPJ

On the original kit, there were no portholes or windows. it was all done by transfers. Grey pieces of paper, slid onto the cabin sides.
I cut the holes to the shape of the transfers.
Then I planked the sides around the window frames, from deck to roof. Then I used some old cd cases, to cut and shape the window glass. it worked quit well.
👍

Have not found your boat images yet................

With mine I am most concerned about the 'weak' stanchions, the fishing line rails and lack of any 'proper' windows/portholes.

I will dig out some images and post them up.

Re the RAF 'Tender'. Well wished on me in a way. More of that model on another bit of the site.

All the best.

NPJ

No worries Neil. I see you are working on a RAF Fire Tender at the moment.
When you start on the Emerald (Smaragd), I will be here if you have any questions. I did post some pictures of my model recently, and am doing some maintenance myself. Hopefully I will be able to get her out on the water soon and get the Genoa up and in full sail.
Yes, it would be good, if a few other owners of this model joined us.👍😎

Well will have to think a bit before I start on that. Will need both brain cells sparking up to achieve that!
Where did 'Tom' come from? Bit of a stretch for the predictive text from Ray!

Remember to print these pages double sided.
Cover with inside Cover on the back.
Page 1 with Page 2 on the back.
Page 3 with Page 4 on the back.
Page 5 with Page 6 on the back.
The Sailing map was in the middle of the book.
The Genoa Document has all 3 pages within the file, and can be printed and assembled in the same way.

Hope it all comes together.
Ray

Now the Manual.

Thanks for that Tom. Will check it all out tomorrow all being well.
You will have realised that the printer reference should have read A3!

Sorry, Missed the first Plan.

That looks great. I have Adobe printer and will try one tomorrow.

Quite exciting after all this time.
Be interesting to see if any other 'owners ' appear. Will post a few more detailed images of bits of mine that bother me.
All the best.
NPJ

Neil I have all the documents scanned to pdf files.
Could I post them on this web site, so anyone can download them.
Are you able to get them printed.
There are 4 full size A0 plans and two Construction Manuals.
I Separated the English text, and reconstructed the pages, to be copied on A3, double sided, then put in order and Folded to make the A4 Manual.

Ray, that would be very good of you if you have the time, but I must cover your costs.

You will have seen the Brian Roberts make over. Well mine looks nothing like that!

Previous owner, years ago, had used fishing gut for the rope work and the hull is looking very tired.

I am a little limited in my dexterity and tire quickly, but otherwise up for it after this RAF Tender is at less able to be used.

Would like it to 'look good' as it did sail so very well.

Will keep in touch.
Cheers.

NPJ

Ahoy NPJ.
I can copy them and send them to you. There are 4 plans, and they are full size A0. The full instruction manual is a booklet of A4 size. A separate instruction manual for the Genoa/Blister addition.
It has some good points on how to manipulate and set the sails, even if you don't have them.
I did use a higher while I was building the yacht, so there are marks on the text and diagrams. However, this does not hide or cover the text and diagrams, and you will be able to follow them.
It will take a few days to copy, and get ready to post.
Ray

East-RN

I have not been active for a while and the first week back I get your mail..............

I would like to have the documentation please. I will pay for all coping etc or maybe you could scan it in if not too much.

Otherwise post and I will do all the necessary.

I do not have the 'extra's that you refer to. Did not know about a 'blister pack'

Are you going to put some images up?

All the best.

NPJ.

Hi Doug.
Yes, I plan to take some pictures/video and post them.
Primarily, I was hoping to help NPJ with his request for original plans etc. I realise it was last October when he requested them.
I have made some changes to the main sheet control, planking and windows on the Cabin and an auto bailout on the cockpit wells. He may be interested in those as well.
I have not met any other owners of this Classic model. it would be good to meet up with other owners and get them Cruising across a reasonable sized stretch of water (Not Racing).
I have sailed and raced Dingy's and Catamarans, and this model is as close the real thing as I have experienced, and a good trainer for anyone learning how to manipulate and set sails, as well as use of the rudder.

Keep Upright 😁😎

Ray

Hi East, Welcome aboard 👍
How about posting your Smaragd (= Emerald BTW) in your Harbour?
Sure folks would like to see some pics of your pride and joy 😉
Cheers, Doug 😎

Hi Guys. I have recently dug by Robbe Smaragd out off its hibernating spot in my shed, and presently cleaning and servicing all the running gear. it has been a few years since it developed a problem on the Genoa switch module, mounted inmy Futaba F-14 Marine transmitter. I also had a look round the web, for any like minded people, who I could chat with. I was so glad to come across this site and forum, so I have signed up as a member.
I still have all the original documents and plans that came with the kit. if anyone would like to borrow them, or make copies.
I have the full Genoa, and Blister kits fitted, and have had many years sailing Her. The model is perfectly balanced between sails and rudder, with only the slightest adjustment to the trim to keep her on a straight line tack. Not that I have raced her against one of the 1Meter racers, but I would say faster by a good margine over a standard triangular course.
My kit was purchased and collected in the spring of 1998, it was launched the following year. The Genoa was fitted while I was working in Dublin, and sailed on a local lake at the hotel where I was staying. The Blister kit, was added about 2004. Frequent summers out on the local lake and Gloucester Dock with the local model club.
I look forward to chatting and getting to know you. I am willing to answer any questions about this particular model.
East RN

Hi Neil, your yacht still looks pretty tidy to my 'untutored' eye!
So if it ain't broke ....!
Suppose you could invent your own fictional pennant number if you wish.
As you say, there's enough going on with the tug upgrade - which also wasn't broke! 😉 Or was it?
Cheers Doug 😎

Help.............No no no, I do not want to get into competitive sailing. I just wondered how/why most/many people have numbers on their sails and I thought registering the boat was why.

As my wife says, I should not think, it only causes trouble.

Got enough on with the Tug!

All the best to all.

NPJ

I am no expert on MYA but I suspect it doesn't fit into any class.
it's a great scale model and sails well but those two assets don't normally go well with racing yachts.
If you do wish to enter into this very competitive part of model yachting I suggest you find a local club who race under MYA rules and see what is required.
I'd still restore your yacht as they are great fun to sail

Hi Neil, Well you wanted info!! 😉 I have a digital subscription to Model Boats and remembered seeing the article. I don't build yachts but can still admire the craftsmanship and techniques used. Some come in handy for other projects, e.g. winches.
No idea about MYA classes, I'm not a yachter! Dave_M most likely knows.
Happy over-making, cheers Doug 😎

What are you trying to do to me....................That is a life's work!

I have enough issues with the Tug and I thought that was going to be straight forward!

What MYA 'class' does the yacht fit in?

NPJ.

Thanks muchly for that Doug.

I will check it out tomorrow.

NPJ

Hi Neil,
Brian Roberts did a makeover article for the 'Emerald' in Model Boats mag a year or so ago which might help you -
http://www.modelboats.co.uk/news/article/smaragd-makeover/14026
Afraid the only docs (pdfs) I have are in the original German🤔
Cheers Doug 😎