Model sailing ships

The May 2011 issue showcases Tim's USS Iowa. Here are a few more of his finished ships.

Considering their diminutive size, these model Napoleonic ships from Warlord Games are packed with an incredible amount of detail. As mentioned in my last posting, I am currently working on putting…

Model Boats Website - Marian Belle' Empire class tug (Mobile Marine.)

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HM Cutter Trial, 1790 His Britannic Majesty’s Cutter Trial, 1790 is the latest wooden model ship kit to come out of Christopher Watton’s company Vanguard Models, and Ages of Sail

The galleon is defined to be used primiarly for warfare over seas, such that the spanish had constructed this in there naval dominance as they cross the ocean in conquering the unknown lands and expanding with the intent of war. For there own motives had been for "God, gold and glory."

If you’ve watched the memorable movie Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World, you might recall the fictional British warship HMS Surprise was center stage for most of the film, which…

Rigging is a significant part of building a model ship. Modelers Central guide you through the importance it adds to the beauty of your finished model.

Parts of a Sailing Frigate Ship - 20000 Leagues under the Sea - Jules Verne Teacher Resources Teacher Resources for our Living Books Curriculum inspired by Charlotte Mason Homeschooling Overall Profile of a sailing frigate - Parts of a Sailing Ship Labelled As the Abraham Lincoln sails off from New Yorjk in the third chapter of Jules Verne " 20000 leagues under the Sea" a lot of nautical terms and sailing terms are mentioned that lead us to investigate what a sailing frigate might have…

Time to start the ratlines now, I don't want to even know how many clove hitch knots I am going to have to tie ! ...

America's Cup J Class Endeavour I. 1934

Philip Reed has dedicated most of his life to building model ships; he explained why to Tessa Waugh. Portraits by Richard Cannon.