Discover the charm of building historical ship models! This book is an invaluable guide for anyone wishing to enter the fascinating world of sailing ships from the Age of Sail. Not only will it help you get started with existing kits, but it will also teach you how to improve those models or even build one entirely from scratch.

A detailed guide to ship modelling from the Age of Sail

The book offers an introduction to ship modelling, focused on models built from readily available kits. It describes in detail methods to enhance these kits and provides the fundamentals needed to construct a model independently from the ground up. With 500 specially commissioned colour photographs illustrating each step and technique, you will gain not only theoretical knowledge but also a practical sense of how to proceed.

Ship Models from the Age of Sail is not just a book - it is a handbook that opens the door to detailed and precise modelling. Perfect for beginners as well as experienced modelers who want to take their skills to the next level.

Why buy this book?

• Practical advice for improving kit-built models
• Detailed step-by-step instructions on how to build a model from scratch
• Rich visual support - 500 colour photographs
• Suitable for all skill levels in modelling
• Inspiration and motivation through authentic historical detailing

Main features of the book

• Introduction to ship modelling from the Age of Sail
• Guides for upgrading ready-made kits
• Methods and procedures for building a model from scratch
• 500 specially commissioned colour photographs to better illustrate techniques
• Useful tips and tricks accessible to both beginners and advanced modelers