Model Ships

Why Collect Scale Model Ships?

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 01:57:53 -0700

Scale model ships offer many benefits, whether you're building them or simply collecting them. Years from now, one or more of your models may fetch a pretty penny from another collector. Not only that, but they make distinguished objects of art for nautical or sea themed rooms and look great in a masculine office or study. Many people find building model ships a relaxing and fun way to spend free time. If you have children or teens, building a model with them can be... Tags: Scale Model Ships

What are Scratchbuilt Wooden Model Ships?

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 01:57:53 -0700

Scratchbuilt wooden model ships are models that are made from scratch. This means the builder did not use a pre-packaged kit, but rather crafted the model using raw materials that had to be cut, shaped, sanded and placed by hand. This type of wooden model ship is definitely for advanced builders or those with a good grasp of woodworking. There are many collectors who seek out and pay varying sums of money for handmade ships of this type. There are all kinds of scrat... Tags: Scratchbuilt Wooden Model Ships

Model Ship Kits -- Which is Right for You?

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 01:57:53 -0700

In addition to various skill levels and materials, you'll find various kinds of ships and boats that can be built. There are pleasure boats like the yacht and sailboat. Then there are historic boats like the RMS Titanic and the Mayflower. There are Viking ships, ancient Roman ships, military ships and many more from which you can choose. If you are uncertain about what kind of ship you'd like to build, do some browsing in a hobby shop or look through some picture bo... Tags: Model Ship Kits

Choosing between Coast Guard Model Ships

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 01:57:53 -0700

When shopping for a model, you may come across some common Coast Guard ships. One is the Barque Eagle, a tall sailing ship originally built in 1936 but still used to this day for training purposes. Another is the Mackinaw icebreaker. As its name suggests, it is designed to plow through even the most frozen conditions. There are a variety of other boats and ships you might encounter, so it shouldn't be hard to choose your favorite. Most of the models out there are t... Tags: Coast Guard Model Ships