Ship Models from Kits: Basic and Advanced Techniques for Small Scales

Griffith, David

ISBN 10: 1848320914 / ISBN 13: 9781848320918

Published by Naval Institute Press, 2011

Seller Inventory # 1848320914-3-33656272

Synopsis:

In the past thirty years the world of model kits has undergone a veritable revolution. New techniques in injection moulding have improved the scale accuracy and surface detail of the humble plastic kit, while many specialist companies now produce top-quality resin models, vastly broadening the range of subjects on the market. However, the really radical change has been the advent of photo-etched brass fret, which allows the finest detail to be reproduced to scale. In ship modelling, this has resulted in a new form of the hobby, mid-way between traditional build-from-the-box simplicity and the time-consuming demands of fabricating everything from scratch. These new materials have prompted innovative techniques, which are comprehensively demonstrated in this new manual. Designed for those wishing to achieve the best results from their ship kits in the 1:700 to 1:350 range of scales, it uses step by step photographs to take the reader through the building of two models, one in plastic and one in resin, from basic construction, fittings and detailing, to painting, finishing and display. Written by a highly experienced, award-winning ship modeller, the book is a showcase for the contemporary approach to the hobby.

About the Author: DR DAVID GRIFFITH builds models in many scales and materials, but has won awards for his 1:350 and 1:700 scale resin warships. He publishes his own newsletter, but this is his first book.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Ship Models from Kits: Basic and Advanced ...
Publisher: Naval Institute Press
Publication Date: 2011
Binding: paperback
Condition: Good