Period
Ship Kit Builder's Manual
by Keith
Julier
Softcover
220 x 275mm
142pp
Published by Special Interest Model Books Ltd, Dorset England
R.R.P.$29.90
ISBN 1-85486-228-6
Extract from back cover of book:
This is a practical manual for marine model makers who choose to build their historic model ships using a kit. Beginners and intermediate modellers are particularly catered for, but older hands will also find much of interest.
From the moment the first thought is given about making a model ship, this book takes the builder through all the various stages of the project, from kit selection through construction and rigging. It also highlights the pitfalls and how to avoid them.
Much of the myth and mystery is taken out from what many consider to be a tricky subject, and the language and terminology is simple and explanatory throughout. 100 photographs support important steps in the text and these will provide the model maker with the encouragement to go and enjoy the construction of a wide range of period ship models.
Photos: Black & White
Units of Measurement: Metric
Contents
List of colour plates
Introduction
Chapter 1: Choosing Your Kit
Chapter
2: The Consumables
- Adhesives, Finishes, Fixings
Chapter
3: Tools
- Maintenance, Safety
Chapter
4: Getting Your Act Together
- Research, History, Accuracy
Chapter
5: Building The Basic Carcase
- Practical hints and tips
Chapter
6: Hull Planking
- Fixing, Tapering, Bending, Coppering
Chapter
7: Deck Planking
- Caulking, Preparation, Application
Chapter 8: Wales and rails
Chapter
9: The Stern & Quarter Galleries
- Alignment, Glazing
Chapter
10: Gun Ports
- Cutting, Lining
Chapter
11: Fitting Out
- List and description of deck and hull fittings
Chapter
12: Guns
- Mounting, Rigging
Chapter
13: Ships' Boats
- General construction notes
Chapter
14: Masts and Bowsprit
- Tapering techniques, Squaring, Tops
Chapter
15: Yards and Spars
- Tapering, Cleats, Footropes and Stirrups
Chapter
16: Sails
- Preparation, Seams, Bolt ropes
Chapter
17: General Rigging Notes
- Knots, Tying blocks and Deadeyes
Chapter
18: Standing Rigging
- Shrouds, Stays
Chapter
19: Running Rigging
- Assembling yards
Chapter
20: Where Kits Come From
- Major manufacturers and a selection of their products
Index