The invisible hobby?
Why bother? You can't see the thing, can you?
This is one of the most common questions asked by unimaginative types who just don't "get it." Actually at periscope depth we can see the model submarine very well and also when the sub is running shallow close to shore.
In murky water, sub dudes spend a lot of time at periscope depth and on the surface, with short, shallow dives. In clear water, especially where you can see the bottom, the models look great underwater.
Unlike a "target", (a surface boat in "Sub Speak") subs offer an important 3rd Dimension to give extra excitement. There are electronic and mechanical devices available from several manufacturers to help your model maintain depth and pitch (tilt or level of the sub.) By using a pair of polarized sunglasses, in fairly clear water you can see your submarine in five feet or deeper water.
This is one of the most common questions asked by unimaginative types who just don't "get it." Actually at periscope depth we can see the model submarine very well and also when the sub is running shallow close to shore.
In murky water, sub dudes spend a lot of time at periscope depth and on the surface, with short, shallow dives. In clear water, especially where you can see the bottom, the models look great underwater.
Unlike a "target", (a surface boat in "Sub Speak") subs offer an important 3rd Dimension to give extra excitement. There are electronic and mechanical devices available from several manufacturers to help your model maintain depth and pitch (tilt or level of the sub.) By using a pair of polarized sunglasses, in fairly clear water you can see your submarine in five feet or deeper water.
If you are stuck in murky water, just keep your scope out of the water and put on a pair of polarizing sunglasses!
