http://www.modelshipsadvice.com Model Ship News en-us Copyright 2012 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:04:17 -0600 http://www.modelshipsadvice.com/ar/titanic-model-ship.phpTitanic Model Ship<p>The RMS Titanic just might be the most well-known ship in history. Not only is it famous for its massive size, but for its legendary sinking that inspired the extremely successful film of the same name starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet as doomed lovers. The extravagant ship sank on April 14, 1912, resulting in significant loss of life. To this day, explorers take sophisticated equipment to the bottom of the sea in an attempt to locate and recover lost treasures from the... <b>Tags: </b><a href="http://technorati.com/tag/Titanic+Model+Ship" rel="tag">Titanic Model Ship</a></p>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:04:17 -0600 http://www.modelshipsadvice.com/ar/model-navy-ships.phpModel Navy Ships<p>Within the world of model ships, there are many different categories. There are sailing vessels, yachts, Viking ships and historic ships which include famed naval ships. Model navy ships are a favorite of collectors and model builders because of their national significance. Plus, there are a variety of them for hobbyists to choose from. For example, there are ships from many different eras with names like the USS Oregon, USS Lexington, USS Roosevelt and USS Nimitz, just to name... <b>Tags: </b><a href="http://technorati.com/tag/Model+Navy+Ships" rel="tag">Model Navy Ships</a></p>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:04:17 -0600 http://www.modelshipsadvice.com/ar/how-to-build-model-ships.phpHow To Build Model Ships<p>The first thing you should do when you get your model home is find a good place to work. A well-lit and properly ventilated area is a must. Cover your work table with plenty of newspaper or cloth to protect the surface from paint and glue. Open the kit and read the instructions first. Then, arrange your supplies and parts so they will be easily accessible. After that, simply go step-by-step through the plans and assemble the ship as directed. If you have trouble picking up tin... <b>Tags: </b><a href="http://technorati.com/tag/How+To+Build+Model+Ships" rel="tag">How To Build Model Ships</a></p>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:04:17 -0600 http://www.modelshipsadvice.com/ar/homemade-wooden-model-ships.phpHomemade Wooden Model Ships<p>Before beginning any sort of homemade ship project, education and research is in order. The Internet is an amazing resource with lots of helpful information you can review. There are websites devoted to this craft, online groups, specialty hobby supply shops and more that can assist you. There are also quite a few books that have been published on the subject of wooden model shipbuilding. Planking Techniques for Model Ship Builders by Donald Dressel is on such title. Or, check ... <b>Tags: </b><a href="http://technorati.com/tag/Homemade+Wooden+Model+Ships" rel="tag">Homemade Wooden Model Ships</a></p>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:04:17 -0600