Model Yachts and Model Yacht Sailing: How to Build, Rig, and Sail a Self-acting Model YachtThis illustrated guidebook shows in superb detail how to construct a model toy yacht, and successfully sail it in shallow waters. With ample detail inclusive of materials guidance, measurements, and planning from conception to sailing, this guide excels as an introduction to building model boats. The yacht depicted is a small sailboat, with a classic elegance and simplicity that demonstrates the principal elements of nautical seaworthiness - a well-constructed and sealed hull, sails capable of carrying wind to propel the craft, and a precisely shaped and measured deck, beam and keel. At the beginning of this primer, the author explains that the finished craft described is the product of repeated experiments and refining of the yacht design and construction process. He only submitted this guide for publication once the finished yacht was deemed both sound and accessible to aspiring model makers. The step-by-step instructions are accompanied by over fifty sketches, many labeled with precise dimensions, to assist the reader in successfully building the yacht. |
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... as a schooner ; thus- She sailed well and steadily , and could be made to go in any direction in a light breeze , but her narrow beam and lightness , with only 3 lbs . keel , 24 Model Yachts and Model Yacht Sailing .
... direction save downwards , the deeper one goes the stiller it is , and the more difficult to displace . I considered , therefore , if I built a vessel of greater beam , very light draught of water , with a lead keel well below the ...
... directions have been reasonably carried out , the result , so far , will be a good seaworthy model yacht's hull . I have given in this chapter and elsewhere the dimen- sions for a 3 - ft . boat , because it is easier to work down- wards ...
... direction I have given need not be followed to the letter ; those who see and know what is required can do many things in their own way , and much must necessarily be left to individual taste , skill , and ingenuity . At this stage ...
... directions , an excellent suit of self - acting sails will be the result . The best material is either bleached or unbleached calico , i yd . wide , at 8d . per yd . , and for a 2 - ft . yacht 10d . per yd . ; 3 yds . are sufficient for ...
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Model Yachts and Model Yacht Sailing: How to Build, Rig, and Sail a Self ... James E Walton No preview available - 2018 |
Model Yachts and Model Yacht Sailing - How to Build, Rig. and Sail a Self ... James E. Walton No preview available - 2010 |