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Vasa II: Rigging and Sailing a Swedish Warship of 1628. The Material Remains and Archaeological Context
















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Vasa II: Rigging and Sailing a Swedish Warship of 1628. The Material Remains and Archaeological Context
















]]> https://forum.dubz-modelling-world.com/thread-47.html Tue, 27 Sep 2022 15:29:21 +0200 Dubz]]> https://forum.dubz-modelling-world.com/thread-47.html Hayling Hoy of 1759 
A Fully Framed Building Project by David Antscherl - SeaWatchBooks


Company: SeaWatchBooks LLC, 2018
Author: David Antscherl
ISBN: 978-1-7320162-0-0
Pages: 200
Retail Price: $70.00 USD





The Hayling Hoy of 1759 is aimed at the first time scratch builder or for the experienced modeler who is looking for a small project in-between major builds. The framing is based on volume one of the Fully Framed Model ( the Swan series) and this book will be a big help for anyone tackling this project.

Hoys were small craft used for many tasks in harbor or as small passenger and light cargo carriers along England’s East Coast. This 8 ˝”x 11” hard cover book is 200 pages long with hundreds of illustrations, an eight page color section and 3 sheets of plans. Whether this will be your first plank on frame model or just a fun project the Hayling Hoy is right for you.
























Conclusion

Great book for everyone who wants to build a Hayling Hoyl from scratch or to optimize a kitbased build.

Get it here: https://seawatchbooks.com/products/hayli...-antscherl]]> Hayling Hoy of 1759 
A Fully Framed Building Project by David Antscherl - SeaWatchBooks


Company: SeaWatchBooks LLC, 2018
Author: David Antscherl
ISBN: 978-1-7320162-0-0
Pages: 200
Retail Price: $70.00 USD





The Hayling Hoy of 1759 is aimed at the first time scratch builder or for the experienced modeler who is looking for a small project in-between major builds. The framing is based on volume one of the Fully Framed Model ( the Swan series) and this book will be a big help for anyone tackling this project.

Hoys were small craft used for many tasks in harbor or as small passenger and light cargo carriers along England’s East Coast. This 8 ˝”x 11” hard cover book is 200 pages long with hundreds of illustrations, an eight page color section and 3 sheets of plans. Whether this will be your first plank on frame model or just a fun project the Hayling Hoy is right for you.
























Conclusion

Great book for everyone who wants to build a Hayling Hoyl from scratch or to optimize a kitbased build.

Get it here: https://seawatchbooks.com/products/hayli...-antscherl]]> https://forum.dubz-modelling-world.com/thread-13.html Mon, 24 Aug 2020 11:47:41 +0200 Dubz]]> https://forum.dubz-modelling-world.com/thread-13.html Glasgow Museums: The Ship Models (Hardback) - Seaforth Publishing 

Company: Seaforth Publishing; Illustrated edition (5 Nov. 2019)
Author: Emily Malcolm
Kit No:  ISBN-10: 1526752263, ISBN-13: 978-1526752260
Pages: 374
ISBN: 978152675752
Retail Price: £ 35.-





This publication is the first full catalog of Glasgow Museums' internationally important collection of ship models.

Almost all of the 676 models, which range from elegant cruise liners to humble Clyde puffers, and from simple half-hull design models to magnificent display models, were produced by Clyde shipyards or Glasgow-based ship owners. It is the representation of models from such a distinct geographical area, together with the quality of the models, which makes this collection so exceptional. As well as general chapters about the collection, each of the 676 models have a description and color photograph.

Some of the most famous ships launched on the Clyde are represented, such as RMS  Queen Elizabeth and HMS Hood, as well models of historically significant vessels such as the first European passenger steamer Comet and the world's first commercial turbine-powered vessel King Edward.

A stunning collection of photographs complements newly researched and in-depth chapters. The book will give readers worldwide a chance to see images of the models, a sense of the breadth and importance of the collection and a deepened understanding of the whole history of the ship.

























Great detail shots in highest quality.
































Chaper Notes





Conclusion

Wow... What an incredible book! It is full of richly coloured beautifully crisp photographs of stunning models with great detail shots as well. It catalogues the entire collection of the Glasgow Museums Ship Models for the first time. The ship models in the collection cover an impressive range: from models depicting the "age of sail", including some amazing bone ships crafted by prisoners of the Napoleonic Wars, through all manner of vessels up to modern times. If you love ship models this is a must have!


My sincere thanks go to Pen and Sword for sending this book for review here on Model Ship World. To buy, ask your favorite dealer.

]]> Glasgow Museums: The Ship Models (Hardback) - Seaforth Publishing 

Company: Seaforth Publishing; Illustrated edition (5 Nov. 2019)
Author: Emily Malcolm
Kit No:  ISBN-10: 1526752263, ISBN-13: 978-1526752260
Pages: 374
ISBN: 978152675752
Retail Price: £ 35.-





This publication is the first full catalog of Glasgow Museums' internationally important collection of ship models.

Almost all of the 676 models, which range from elegant cruise liners to humble Clyde puffers, and from simple half-hull design models to magnificent display models, were produced by Clyde shipyards or Glasgow-based ship owners. It is the representation of models from such a distinct geographical area, together with the quality of the models, which makes this collection so exceptional. As well as general chapters about the collection, each of the 676 models have a description and color photograph.

Some of the most famous ships launched on the Clyde are represented, such as RMS  Queen Elizabeth and HMS Hood, as well models of historically significant vessels such as the first European passenger steamer Comet and the world's first commercial turbine-powered vessel King Edward.

A stunning collection of photographs complements newly researched and in-depth chapters. The book will give readers worldwide a chance to see images of the models, a sense of the breadth and importance of the collection and a deepened understanding of the whole history of the ship.

























Great detail shots in highest quality.
































Chaper Notes





Conclusion

Wow... What an incredible book! It is full of richly coloured beautifully crisp photographs of stunning models with great detail shots as well. It catalogues the entire collection of the Glasgow Museums Ship Models for the first time. The ship models in the collection cover an impressive range: from models depicting the "age of sail", including some amazing bone ships crafted by prisoners of the Napoleonic Wars, through all manner of vessels up to modern times. If you love ship models this is a must have!


My sincere thanks go to Pen and Sword for sending this book for review here on Model Ship World. To buy, ask your favorite dealer.

]]> https://forum.dubz-modelling-world.com/thread-12.html Mon, 24 Aug 2020 11:47:09 +0200 Dubz]]> https://forum.dubz-modelling-world.com/thread-12.html The Last British Battleship: HMS Vanguard, 1946-1960 - Pen & Sword Books Ltd 

Company: Pen & Sword Books Ltd
Author: R. A. Burt
Kit No:  ISBN-10: 1526752263, ISBN-13: 978-1526752260
Pages: 128
Retail Price: £ 28.-



The ninth HMS Vanguard, bearing one of the most illustrious names in the Royal Navy with honours from the Armada to Jutland, was the last and largest of Britain s battleships and was commissioned in 1946. Her design evolved from of the King George V class and incorporated much of the fully developed design for the two battleships, Lion and Temeraire, that were laid down in 1939 but never completed.

At 813ft length overall and 42,300 tons, she was the last battleship to be built for the Royal Navy and the only ship of her class. She was built during the Second World War and incorporated existing twin 15in mountings, and was part of the Royal Navy s response to the combined and increasing number of German and Japanese battleships in the early 1940s. She was immediately recognisable by her transom stern and high flared bow and had fine sea keeping ability.

Her appearance after the end of hostilities, however, and her huge crew requirements proved a conundrum for the Royal Navy, her most significant role being that of Royal Yacht during the royal family s tour of South Africa in 1947. She was broken up at Faslane in 1960. In this new book by R A Burt her design, construction and career are all covered. Armour, machinery, power plants and weaponry are examined in detail and the author has produced some 35 superb plans, profiles and other line drawings for which he is renowned.

The text is further enhanced by the addition of some 80 colour and black and white photographs from his collection. His earlier three volumes are regarded as definitive works on the subject of British battleships before 1945; with this new book he finally completes the story of the Dreadnought era, bringing to life the last of a magnificent type of vessel of which the world will not see again.

In this new book by R A Burt her design construction and career are all covered. Armor machinery power plants and weaponry are examined in detail and the author has produced some 35 superb plans profiles and other line drawings for which he is renowned.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HMS_Vanguard_(23)

Pages: 128
Photos: 150
Folded Plan: 1

Additional 35 diagrams by the author himself, ranging from cross-section views, plans of each superstructure deck, sketches of appearance changes, and diagrams of weapons and fire control systems.






















Conclusion

Pretty solid reference book. The author is know of profund knowledge about british battleships. Lot's of information on the ship's design, weapons, armor, refits, and service career, along with the Royal Cruise of 1949. Every model builder who is interested in detailed information about the Vanguard ships will enjoy this book.


My sincere thanks go to Pen and Sword for sending this book for review here on Model Ship World. To buy, ask your favorite dealer.




]]> The Last British Battleship: HMS Vanguard, 1946-1960 - Pen & Sword Books Ltd 

Company: Pen & Sword Books Ltd
Author: R. A. Burt
Kit No:  ISBN-10: 1526752263, ISBN-13: 978-1526752260
Pages: 128
Retail Price: £ 28.-



The ninth HMS Vanguard, bearing one of the most illustrious names in the Royal Navy with honours from the Armada to Jutland, was the last and largest of Britain s battleships and was commissioned in 1946. Her design evolved from of the King George V class and incorporated much of the fully developed design for the two battleships, Lion and Temeraire, that were laid down in 1939 but never completed.

At 813ft length overall and 42,300 tons, she was the last battleship to be built for the Royal Navy and the only ship of her class. She was built during the Second World War and incorporated existing twin 15in mountings, and was part of the Royal Navy s response to the combined and increasing number of German and Japanese battleships in the early 1940s. She was immediately recognisable by her transom stern and high flared bow and had fine sea keeping ability.

Her appearance after the end of hostilities, however, and her huge crew requirements proved a conundrum for the Royal Navy, her most significant role being that of Royal Yacht during the royal family s tour of South Africa in 1947. She was broken up at Faslane in 1960. In this new book by R A Burt her design, construction and career are all covered. Armour, machinery, power plants and weaponry are examined in detail and the author has produced some 35 superb plans, profiles and other line drawings for which he is renowned.

The text is further enhanced by the addition of some 80 colour and black and white photographs from his collection. His earlier three volumes are regarded as definitive works on the subject of British battleships before 1945; with this new book he finally completes the story of the Dreadnought era, bringing to life the last of a magnificent type of vessel of which the world will not see again.

In this new book by R A Burt her design construction and career are all covered. Armor machinery power plants and weaponry are examined in detail and the author has produced some 35 superb plans profiles and other line drawings for which he is renowned.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HMS_Vanguard_(23)

Pages: 128
Photos: 150
Folded Plan: 1

Additional 35 diagrams by the author himself, ranging from cross-section views, plans of each superstructure deck, sketches of appearance changes, and diagrams of weapons and fire control systems.






















Conclusion

Pretty solid reference book. The author is know of profund knowledge about british battleships. Lot's of information on the ship's design, weapons, armor, refits, and service career, along with the Royal Cruise of 1949. Every model builder who is interested in detailed information about the Vanguard ships will enjoy this book.


My sincere thanks go to Pen and Sword for sending this book for review here on Model Ship World. To buy, ask your favorite dealer.




]]> https://forum.dubz-modelling-world.com/thread-11.html Mon, 24 Aug 2020 11:46:36 +0200 Dubz]]> https://forum.dubz-modelling-world.com/thread-11.html German Battleship Helgoland: as detailed in the original builders' plans - Pen & Sword Books Ltd

Company: Pen & Sword Books Ltd
Kit No:  ISBN-10: 1526747596, ISBN-13: 978-1526747594
Pages: 144
Retail Price: £ 24.-




This book is the latest in a series based entirely on original draughts which depict famous warships in an unprecedented degree of detail. Using the latest scanning technology to make digital copies of the highest quality it reproduces complete sets in full color with many close-ups and enlargements that make every aspect clear and comprehensible. The result is a novel form of anatomy that will be a revelation to any warship enthusiast. SMS Helgoland launched in 1909 was the name-ship of the second class of dreadnoughts designed by the Germans. She was a big advance over the earlier Westfalen class having 12-inch guns that matched those of her British opponents. She served in the High Seas Fleet throughout the war fought at Jutland and was ceded to Britain as part of the peace terms.































Conclusion

Although there are several books about the large ships of the Imperial Navy, there is none that describes the internal structure of these ships more than superficially. This new book from the series "Detailed in the Original Builders' Plans" is not error-free, but it contributes substantially to the solution of this problem.

There is a brief introduction describing the ship's design, armor, armament, machinery, and career. Most of the book, however, consists almost entirely of (original) plans and drafts. Similar to the famous British "admiralty draughts", most of these plans are in full colour. This book contains plans for each deck, 25 cross-sections through the hull and a four-sided longitudinal section to fold out. These are complemented by a series of traditional plans depicting the ground plans of the armor and conning tower layouts, pumping and flooding arrangements, fire control circuits, coaling rig, boat stowage, the forward capstans, and the ship's distinctive kingposts of the ship. Finally, there is a color profile of the SMS Posen and plans for the hull midships structure and the double bottom.

Considering that the plans are almost 110 years old, most of them look very good. Of course, they are all in German, but English translations for all keys are printed. The level of detail is somewhat uneven. While many of the traditional plans are exceptionally detailed, especially the pump and fire protection plans, the "as fitted" plans are not as precise. Since most plans were printed on a scale of 1:100 or 1:50, and were reduced quite a bit according to the pages, strong glasses or magnifying glasses can't hurt.

Every model builder who is interested in detailed information about the imperial German large ships will enjoy this book.



My sincere thanks go to Pen and Sword for sending this book for review here on Model Ship World. To buy, ask your favorite dealer.




]]> German Battleship Helgoland: as detailed in the original builders' plans - Pen & Sword Books Ltd

Company: Pen & Sword Books Ltd
Kit No:  ISBN-10: 1526747596, ISBN-13: 978-1526747594
Pages: 144
Retail Price: £ 24.-




This book is the latest in a series based entirely on original draughts which depict famous warships in an unprecedented degree of detail. Using the latest scanning technology to make digital copies of the highest quality it reproduces complete sets in full color with many close-ups and enlargements that make every aspect clear and comprehensible. The result is a novel form of anatomy that will be a revelation to any warship enthusiast. SMS Helgoland launched in 1909 was the name-ship of the second class of dreadnoughts designed by the Germans. She was a big advance over the earlier Westfalen class having 12-inch guns that matched those of her British opponents. She served in the High Seas Fleet throughout the war fought at Jutland and was ceded to Britain as part of the peace terms.































Conclusion

Although there are several books about the large ships of the Imperial Navy, there is none that describes the internal structure of these ships more than superficially. This new book from the series "Detailed in the Original Builders' Plans" is not error-free, but it contributes substantially to the solution of this problem.

There is a brief introduction describing the ship's design, armor, armament, machinery, and career. Most of the book, however, consists almost entirely of (original) plans and drafts. Similar to the famous British "admiralty draughts", most of these plans are in full colour. This book contains plans for each deck, 25 cross-sections through the hull and a four-sided longitudinal section to fold out. These are complemented by a series of traditional plans depicting the ground plans of the armor and conning tower layouts, pumping and flooding arrangements, fire control circuits, coaling rig, boat stowage, the forward capstans, and the ship's distinctive kingposts of the ship. Finally, there is a color profile of the SMS Posen and plans for the hull midships structure and the double bottom.

Considering that the plans are almost 110 years old, most of them look very good. Of course, they are all in German, but English translations for all keys are printed. The level of detail is somewhat uneven. While many of the traditional plans are exceptionally detailed, especially the pump and fire protection plans, the "as fitted" plans are not as precise. Since most plans were printed on a scale of 1:100 or 1:50, and were reduced quite a bit according to the pages, strong glasses or magnifying glasses can't hurt.

Every model builder who is interested in detailed information about the imperial German large ships will enjoy this book.



My sincere thanks go to Pen and Sword for sending this book for review here on Model Ship World. To buy, ask your favorite dealer.




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