"Basics of Ship Modeling: The Illustrated Guide", by Mike Ashey, from the Publishers of FineScale Modeler Magazine. FEATURES: 110 page paperback book. Black and white photos; color profiles. Launch better ship models than ever before! This book will show you how to: -Remove seams -Fix fit problems -Improve hull and deck assemblies -Fix two-piece resin hulls -Add superstructure detail -Measure, bend, and install photoetched railings and ladders -Build photoetched cranes, catapults, and radars -Add real chains -Drill out gun barrels -Detail guns, torpedo tubes, and depth charges -Detail ship fittings -Scratch-build and detail superstructure parts -Improve masts -Add rigging and flags -Mask, paint, apply decals, and add weathering Step-by-step pictures of how to create detailed, realistic-appearing scale ship models. Each chapter is designed to provide as much information as possible. This book shows you how to build flawless plastic and resin ship models from start to finish. INCLUDES: The "Basics of Ship Modeling" Book SPECS: Size: 8-1/4" x 10-3/4" Kalmbach Part KAL12220, ISBN13: 9780890243725 ISBN10: 0890243727 Material Type: paperback