The New Period Ship Handbook - Softcover

Back by popular demand, this newly revised edition of the acclaimed modeling series by Keith Julier offers a well-illustrated guide to the construction of static model sailing ships for both the beginner and experienced model maker. Nine of the eleven models have been replaced with different and updated ship kits. The models, ranging from the relatively simple to the very complex, were made from commercially available kits without the use of sophisticated tools. Following chapters on selection, tools, and materials, the author moves to the practical application of the model-making procedures involved in producing high-quality age-of-sail ships. A chapter on techniques summarizes procedures such as planking, rigging, and fitting out, all of which are described, in varied and specific detail, Novice builders and old hands alike have found a wealth of useful information in these pages.