article_snippet: When Tony Ansell was given an Airfix kit at was six-years-old, it was something of an inspiration.
article_snippet: Mr Ansell researches each of the vessels before Mr Ansell makes each of the vessels, using photographs to ensure accuracy.
article_snippet: Mr Ansell most recent build
article_snippet: The 63-year-old makes the models in Mr Ansell Dorset workshop and is seen consulting an original blueprint .
article_snippet: Mr Ansell belongs to a model boat display team in Portsmouth who stage battles with their ships and even use pyrotechnics, which means their have to have a health and safety team at the ready.