Working Scale Model Merchant Ships

Gorman, Tom

ISBN 10: 1861760094 / ISBN 13: 9781861760098

Published by Chatham Publishing, 2003

About this Item

Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # wbs3619625187

Bibliographic Details

Title: Working Scale Model Merchant Ships

Publisher: Chatham Publishing

Publication Date: 2003

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

About this title

Synopsis:

This manual aims to provide a comprehensive guide to the building and sailing of working scale model merchant ships. Covering the spectrum of merchant ship types, each stage of construction is detailed, from the building of the hull to painting and finishing, and not least the propulsion, ballasting and sailing of the finished model. All building methods and materials are described and chapters are devoted to the installation of electric motors and steam engines, and the fitting and operation of radio control equipment. The emphasis is on practical advice and details are given on the choice and use of all the tools and adhesives for working with a wide range of materials such as plywood, styrene sheet and white metal. The book also gives information on model ship clubs and organizations and material suppliers.

Review:

"This is a well-written book that will become a much sought after reference book for years to come. - The Mariner's Mirror"