Fireball dinghy

Improved the one piece models for strength.

The Fireball Dinghy is a favourite.  When I started printing I was disappointed by the lack of detailed models of small sailboats. In particular few but professionals make a serious attempt at a decent sail. I put in battens and class symbols and for the locals I do custom sail numbers.

Before I had a MK4 I couldn't print it all in one piece so it was assembled. I have included the parts.

Automatic paint on supports are used but they are not excessive. I use organic supports for the one piece models, but they are a challenge to remove without damage. The sailors are a work in progress.

The spinnaker at 0.65mm thick (the base is thicker) is a triumph of hope over common sense (and a testament to the PRUSA MK4). If you haven’t the courage to fly the spinnaker on an assembled model then the shrouds (sidestays) are probably not necessary as the jib and mainsheet can support the mast.