Hi,

Not knowing your skill level, I would say start with something simpler. I have built a couple of Franks semi kits and although not hard, they simply do not go together with a shake of the box. However, Robbe makes a very nice German PT boat that has a plastic hull and looks pretty cool. This would be much simpler for someone to start with. As for the Dumas kits, most of the ones I have built the wood is marginal at best. Most likely, you would do some sanding & trial and error fitting of the wood. If this sounds like its for you then great, if not then look elsewhere. Also, the 48" Dumas hull profile is inaccurate. It slopes down towards the bow whereas the real Elcos did not.

Pete