he book series is Modeling the Extreme Clipper YOUNG AMERICA 1853 by Edward J. Tosti, published by SeaWatch Books.
Ed Tosti has modeled a Clipper ship in exquisite detail in 1:72 scale. His plank-on-frame model is, as an extra bonus, accompanied by instructions on building a 1:96 plank-on-bulkhead model.
Overview of the 3-Volume Series
Volume Breakdown
Ed Tosti has modeled a Clipper ship in exquisite detail in 1:72 scale. His plank-on-frame model is, as an extra bonus, accompanied by instructions on building a 1:96 plank-on-bulkhead model.
Overview of the 3-Volume Series
- Publisher & Price: Published by SeaWatch Books, typically priced at $80.00 USD per volume (hardcover, ~9x12 format, including photos, plan sheets, and digital/CD downloads with frame drawings and additional resources).
- Scale: Designed for building a model in 1:72 scale (plank-on-frame) or 1:96 scale (plank-on-bulkhead). [1, 2, 3]
Volume Breakdown
- Volume I: Hull Construction
- Focuses on building the hull, specialized jigs, tools, techniques, and frame drawings for a 1:72 plank-on-frame or 1:96 plank-on-bulkhead model. (~267 pages)
- Volume II: Deck Fittings and Pre Rigging
- Covers weather deck enclosures, rails, capstans, bilge pumps, windlass, helm, anchors, forecastle and poop details, boats, outer hull preparation, and pre-rigging.
- Volume III: Masting and Rigging
- Details creating masts and spars, making rope, crafting required fittings, and running/standing rigging for the extreme clipper.