A Model Boat Builder's Guide to Rigging - A Collection of Historical Articles on the Construction of Model Ship Rigging
A Model Boat Builder's Guide to Rigging - A Collection of Historical Articles on the Construction of Model Ship Rigging

Author: Various Authors

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2016-09-06

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 147335613X

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This book is a collection of vintage articles on model boat building, with information on tools and equipment, instructions for fitting engines, tips for sailing and racing, and more. Detailed and profusely illustrated, this volume is recommended for the serious model boat enthusiast and is not to be missed by collectors of vintage literature of this ilk. Contents include: “Building Yourself a Model Yacht”, “How to Make Clipper Ship Models – A Practical Manual Dealing with Every Aspect of Clipper Ship Modelling from the simplest Waterline Types to Fine Scale Models Fit for Exhibition Purposes”, “Model Boat Building”, “Model Boat Construction”, Ship Models Illustrated”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on model building.

A Model Boat Builder's Guide to Sail Making - A Collection of Historical Articles on the Planning and Construction of Model Sails
A Model Boat Builder's Guide to Sail Making - A Collection of Historical Articles on the Planning and Construction of Model Sails

Author: Various

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2013-03-06

Total Pages: 31

ISBN-13: 1447489616

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This antiquarian book contains a collection of historical articles on the planning and construction of model sails. Written in clear, plain language and profusely illustrated, the articles of this guide will be of considerable utility to modern readers with an interest in building model boats and ships, and would make for great additions to collections of allied literature. The chapters of this book include: “Model Building”, “Sailmaking”, “The Sails – This Important Part Fully Dealt With – Alternative Methods and Materials Described and Each Sail Illustrated”, “Sail Planning”, and “The Development of Sail Plan”. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly hard to come by and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high quality edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on model building.

The Book of Old Ships
The Book of Old Ships

Author: Henry B. Culver

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-09-26

Total Pages: 271

ISBN-13: 0486156893

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DIVSuperb, authoritative history of sailing vessels, with 80 magnificent line illustrations. Galley, bark, caravel, longship, whaler, many more. Detailed, informative text on each vessel by noted naval historian. Introduction. /div

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Author: Boston Public Library

Publisher:

Published: 1928

Total Pages: 902

ISBN-13:

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Issues consist of lists of new books added to the library ; also articles about aspects of printing and publishing history, and about exhibitions held in the library, and important acquisitions.

Ship Modelling Hints and Tips
Ship Modelling Hints and Tips

Author: J. H. Craine

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2016-09-06

Total Pages: 120

ISBN-13: 1473353289

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This vintage book is a complete guide to building model historical boats, with information on tools and equipment, complete directions for assembly, practical tips and hints, and more. Profusely illustrated and highly accessible, this volume is ideal for those with little previous experience, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: “The Fascination of Modelling Ships”, “There are so many from which to choose”, “The Ship of your choice”, “Different kinds & types of Models”, “Various Methods of making the hull”, “Woods and other materials”, “Making the Different ropes”, “What the early guns looked like”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on model building.