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Re: new to scratch build

by PATMAT » Thu Oct 31, 2013 7:54 pm

Sift through the build logs here... and get a book! Here are some of my picks:
http://astore.amazon.com/modelmarine-20 ... TF8&node=1

Re: new to scratch build

by Tiny69 » Thu Sep 05, 2013 7:07 am

Maybe you would like to read one of the ARH builds which contain lot of valuble information on scratch building with loads of photographs too.

Here is a link to the IRON Duke 1916

viewtopic.php?f=75&t=20253

Regards

Tiny

Re: new to scratch build

by roy allen » Sun Sep 01, 2013 6:05 pm

Tools, good ones
engineers square, straight edge, protractor, dividers, circle cutter, to name just a few.
You will also find that you get through a lot of blades, remember clean sharp cuts make lighter work.
HAVE FUN :thumbs_up_1:

Roy

Re: new to scratch build

by Fliger747 » Sun Sep 01, 2013 12:08 pm

First decision; full hull or waterline! This determines somewhat optimal construction methods.

Second: Material you are most comfortable and skilled working with? Plastic, wood, resin, fiberglass? Many scratch projects utilize some commercial components, fittings, propellers etc. Or would you rather scratch everything!

Good Luck, a very satisfying way to build: T

new to scratch build

by gigery1 » Sat Aug 31, 2013 12:32 pm

I have plans for a 1/192 scale Type 22 batch 2 frigate that i would like some hints on getting started.

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