Model Shipways "How To Build First Rate Ship Models From Kits" Book

Model Shipways "How To Build First Rate Ship Models From Kits" Book

• Comprehensive reference book for ship model builders
• Covers kit selection, materials, tools, rigging, finishing, display
• Discusses solid hull, plank-on-bulkhead, and plank-on-frame kits
• Tips and techniques for building both wooden and plastic models
• Includes glossary of nautical terms, advanced research tips, and a list of references for ships and model techniques

This book addresses all the important questions of building a first-rate ship model and discusses how to choose a kit, foreign vs. domestic made kits, materials, tools, hull construction, deck furniture, rigging and masting, finishing and display. The book covers hull construction methods for solid hull, plank-on-bulkhead and plank-on-frame kits. Although primarily directed toward wooden models, it also provides tips and techniques for the plastic modeler. Profusely illustrated with black & white photographs and line drawings. The 88 pages includes a glossary of the most commonly used nautical terms, tips on advanced research and a list of references for actual ships and ship model techniques.