This photograph shows the toy lifeboat which reader O N Carson referred to in his letter (mi: LIFEBOAT. Autumn 19K7, page 206). The model is approximately ten inches long and is clockwork powered. It is constructed from plastic, except for the brass rudder, and was described by the manufacturer as having a watertight deck—although appropriate warnings were given concerning the use of the toy in heavy weather! It is a well detailed model of a Liverpool type, finished in authentic colours, and was produced by Lines Brothers of Morden Road. London SW19. It sold for 13/6d (67.5p) in 1961 and is now a valuable collector's item.— p i) SKAKLE, Milcham, Sitrrev..