There are all kinds of model ships – tall ships, cruise ships, sailboats, speedboats, wooden boats, and antique boats are some examples. Whatever you fancy, you’ll find plenty of model ships to choose from.
You can move up to a model that’s a little more detailed and costs a bit more once you’ve completed your first model. As your skills grow you can progress in the types of ship models you choose to buy. Most models indicate the skill level required for completion.
It doesn’t make a better model; it just makes a bigger model. Start with a small scale, low cost model.
For those that have a connection to the sea, it seems only natural to choose to build model ships.
When you are ready to start building, there are many online sites that offer classes on how to build model boats and model ships. It doesn’t make a better model; it just makes a bigger model. Once you’ve completed your first model, you can move up to a model that’s a little more detailed and costs a bit more. As your skills grow you can progress in the types of ship models you choose to buy.
Chances are you’ve chosen model ships because you have a connection to the sea and boats, which means you are familiar with some of the nautical terms like deck, bulkhead, stern, port and starboard, caulk a plank, and even some of the decorative knots that are used. You can quickly become familiar just by doing a little research online if you aren’t familiar with these terms.
Always read your plans in advance of starting to work on an area. That way you’ll know exactly where you are headed. It might take a couple of reads to make sense of the directions, but be patient – you’ll get it.
You might start by purchasing a model kit online and waiting for it to arrive. Not to worry!! You’ll have that model together in no time.
The first ship you buy should be relatively easy. When you’ve got more experience, leave the complicated models for. You don’t want to get discouraged and give up on the hobby.
These sites also offer forums where you can discuss building with others, get help, and solve problems. Some also have live chat available with staff that can assist you with specific questions or problems you have.
The larger the table or work area the better and it’s always nice to hang your plans for easy referral. Your work area should be broken into areas such as preassembly, working on and waiting to dry.
There are many online sites that offer classes on how to build model boats and model ships when you are ready to start building. Some cater to a specific level of a building or a specific type of boat. You’ll be able to find classes for the beginner along with classes for people who are more advanced.
There are also some excellent model ship building books on the market. Again, there are books that cater to the beginner and those that cater to the more experienced builder.
Building models can be a great hobby. There are all kinds of models to choose from including: cars, trucks, trains, ships, and planes. For those that have a connection to the sea, it seems only natural to choose to build model ships.
