Historic Ship Models (Paperback)

by Wolfram zu Mondfeld (Author)

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Evoking the age of wooden ships and iron men, Mondfeld has produced a highly detailed vade mecum for the period ship modeler. Using excellent line illustrations, graphs, and photographs, he charts a course through the intricate art of period ship modeling for ships of the age of sail. Additionally, there is maritime history on virtually every page. Since this work is an English translation of Historische Schiffsmodelle , the syntax is a bit stiff and the narrative runs into the gutter of the book, making for some difficulty in reading. Still, with this book the ship modeler will have fair winds to assist in this craft. Highly recommended.
- Harold N. Boyer, Marple P.L., Broomall, Pa.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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"Highly detailed [with] excellent line illustrations, graphs, and photographs. There is maritime history on every page. Highly recommended."--Library Journal

More than 2,500 photographs, detailed diagrams, intricate drawings, and easy-to-follow plans fill every page of this invaluable sourcebook for making model ships. It's simply breathtaking, rich in historical facts about real ships that sailed the seas from 3000 B.C. to the 19th century, and generously informative. Charts and checklists abound, and the essential advice covers every conceivable point, from deciding on a project to choosing the best plans, from making the most of a limited budget to selecting the handiest materials. Every model maker will find eye-opening ideas.

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Product Details Paperback: 352 pages Publisher: Sterling (April 1, 2005) Language: English ISBN-10: 1402721862 ISBN-13: 978-1402721861 Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.1 x 0.9 inches Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #529,245 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 15 of 17 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Diagrams, diagrams, diagrams!, August 15, 2000 By  Robert Lester (Australia) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This review is from: Historic Ship Models (Paperback) This wonderful reference book contains diagrams from early to late model historic sailing ships. It is not so much a reference of 'how to' but 'how' differnt nations constructed sailing vessels. Not much in the way of written explanation, but covers every aspect of the sailing ship, from keel to sails. I would have liked to have seen more colour plates of the wonderful B&W photos it contains. I believe that it is aimed at the intermediate model maker, so don't buy it if you expect this to teach you how to make model ships, but merely as a companion. It is a dictionary of ships diagrams, well worth owning and adding to the collection, with other works such as 'The Ship Model Builders Assistant', 'The 100 gun ship Victory', 'Anatomy of Nelsons Ships, and 'Ship Modelling Simplified'. 5 of 5 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars The Defintive Guide Found, March 14, 2004 By  G. Warnock "The Warrant" (Gainesville, Fl United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This review is from: Historic Ship Models (Paperback) After searching the internet extensively for information on the rigging of Continental cannons and carronades I got pretty much nothing. Within 1 minute of opening this book, I had everything I needed. Reviewing additional sections showed me the wealth of information I had just tapped. The internet may have the information I need, but not at one place like this book. Excellent print, excellent information and the drawings are absolutely the most concise and accurate I have seen anywhere. I hit the goldmine with this reference piece. 7 of 8 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars May be the most valuable reference I have!, March 17, 2001 By  A-FRANK Mc Gowan (St. Jean de Luz, France) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This review is from: Historic Ship Models (Paperback) This book is invaluable, but frustrating. Invaluable, because there are tons of sketches, diagrams and drawings that are so much more useful to someone actually building a model than mere photos (but there are some nice photos, too). Frustrating, because from the enlightening text and drawings, I now realise that I have made a couple of significant errors in the very ship I'm working on at the moment. I needed this book years ago!		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars book Book was sent as advertised in a quick and timely fashion. Would definitely do business again with this seller Published 3 months ago by James H. Simpson 2.0 out of 5 stars Not Right for The Beginner Modeler This book is indeed packed with page after page of excellent examples and detailed drawings. It is easy to imagine how an experienced modeler would find this a very valuable... Read more Published 6 months ago by D. Nobles 5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent additon to the modeler's library This book is "crammed" with information for the modeler with everything from selection of kits to specifics of rigging and knots. Read more Published 20 months ago by James E. Montgomery 5.0 out of 5 stars Indespensible if you build model sailing ships When I found excerpts from Mr zu Mondfeld's book online, I searched around till I found a copy. After reading it, I am reminded of the telegram allegedly sent regarding the 10... Read more Published on January 8, 2007 by idi amin 3.0 out of 5 stars Historic Ship Models Moderately helpful in detailing ship's construction and equipment. Unfortunately zu Mondfeld does not furnish dimensins which would make the book more helpful. Published on November 9, 2006 by Albert C. Blevins 5.0 out of 5 stars Very good reference & overview. The book is really well laid-out; generally, 2 facing pages make a section, with text on the left and finely detailed drawings on the right, more detailed secions (like armament)... Read more Published on October 25, 2002 by A. J. Watson 5.0 out of 5 stars Will give you a ton of information. This book is not a manual of help to the beginners. In fact it is an excellent summary of useful references for the most advanced modelers. Published on April 3, 2002 5.0 out of 5 stars The "Go To" Book If You're Building, or Dreaming Yup, this is a very handy book for the modelist. When I first started building, I didn't spend much time with this book, but as I ventured deeped into those small pieces of wood,... Read more Published on February 22, 2001 by Mark A. Savage 5.0 out of 5 stars good ship model sorry, i am not english good speller. i`m koria Published on March 9, 2000 by kim hwan i 4.0 out of 5 stars Very good but slightly biased Here is a good reference guide for the honest historic ship modeller! I only regret the fact its coverage of portuguese ships is very incomplete and casual. Read more Published on August 7, 1998 Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Sterling (April 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1402721862
• ISBN-13: 978-1402721861
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #529,245 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Diagrams, diagrams, diagrams!, August 15, 2000

By	Robert Lester (Australia) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Historic Ship Models (Paperback)

This wonderful reference book contains diagrams from early to late model historic sailing ships. It is not so much a reference of 'how to' but 'how' differnt nations constructed sailing vessels. Not much in the way of written explanation, but covers every aspect of the sailing ship, from keel to sails. I would have liked to have seen more colour plates of the wonderful B&W photos it contains. I believe that it is aimed at the intermediate model maker, so don't buy it if you expect this to teach you how to make model ships, but merely as a companion. It is a dictionary of ships diagrams, well worth owning and adding to the collection, with other works such as 'The Ship Model Builders Assistant', 'The 100 gun ship Victory', 'Anatomy of Nelsons Ships, and 'Ship Modelling Simplified'.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Defintive Guide Found, March 14, 2004

By	G. Warnock "The Warrant" (Gainesville, Fl United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Historic Ship Models (Paperback)

After searching the internet extensively for information on the rigging of Continental cannons and carronades I got pretty much nothing. Within 1 minute of opening this book, I had everything I needed. Reviewing additional sections showed me the wealth of information I had just tapped. The internet may have the information I need, but not at one place like this book. Excellent print, excellent information and the drawings are absolutely the most concise and accurate I have seen anywhere. I hit the goldmine with this reference piece.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars May be the most valuable reference I have!, March 17, 2001

By	A-FRANK Mc Gowan (St. Jean de Luz, France) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Historic Ship Models (Paperback)

This book is invaluable, but frustrating. Invaluable, because there are tons of sketches, diagrams and drawings that are so much more useful to someone actually building a model than mere photos (but there are some nice photos, too). Frustrating, because from the enlightening text and drawings, I now realise that I have made a couple of significant errors in the very ship I'm working on at the moment. I needed this book years ago!