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I just started building wooden models. I started with a trebuchet and liked it, so moved on to a fantasy wooden ship "puzzle" (Around the World in 80 Days) and enjoyed that even more. Now I'm building the Efim Nikonov 1721. I really like this model and began building it prior to doing research. When I began researching it I found this site and glad I did. I've been using the Efim thread to learn techniques and gain inspiration. I have found it very helpful. I have made several mistakes building it so I have bought another one to build once I have learned how to construct it better. I find this model is a very good one to learn basic planking and fitting techniques. It's a lot of fun and I have an affinity for submarines as I was stationed on one in the navy. If anyone has suggestions for other good beginner models please let me know.

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Welcome aboard from Connecticut!
There are a few fine books to perhaps orient yourself with things and many build logs here and on other sites such as model ship world. I would suggest you study those build logs. I also think reading "Ship Modeling Simplified" by Frank Mastini is a great help.

I am fairly new to this after modeling plastic models for about 15 years. I am currently modeling a cross section of the Constitution, but before I did these I dipped my toe in the waters by building some simpler wood models, and I am very glad I did.

I usually recommend the model expo Shipwright series. A set of 3 increasingly complex boats.

Model Shipways Shipwright Series

This is a great way to learn how to handle the wood, what to do and more importantly what not to do. You can Download their building instructions as a PDF if you wish to get an idea.

That being said, there are many fine folks here that will help you, especially if you start your own build log of your projects!

Rob
 
Rob444 said:
Welcome aboard from Connecticut!
There are a few fine books to perhaps orient yourself with things and many build logs here and on other sites such as model ship world. I would suggest you study those build logs. I also think reading "Ship Modeling Simplified" by Frank Mastini is a great help.

I am fairly new to this after modeling plastic models for about 15 years. I am currently modeling a cross section of the Constitution, but before I did these I dipped my toe in the waters by building some simpler wood models, and I am very glad I did.

I usually recommend the model expo Shipwright series. A set of 3 increasingly complex boats.

Model Shipways Shipwright Series

This is a great way to learn how to handle the wood, what to do and more importantly what not to do. You can Download their building instructions as a PDF if you wish to get an idea.

That being said, there are many fine folks here that will help you, especially if you start your own build log of your projects!

Rob
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I've seen the Model Expo Shipwright series on their web site. I think I will get that as I think it would be a great place to start with boat shaped hulls. I greatly appreciate the advice!
 
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