| Model Yachts and Model Sailing - How to Build, Rig, and Sail a Self-Acting Model Yacht Contributor(s): Walton, James E. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1444604341 ISBN-13: 9781444604344 Publisher: Lewis Press OUR PRICE: $29.44 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2009 Annotation: Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Sports & Recreation - Crafts & Hobbies | Models - Technology & Engineering | Marine & Naval |
| Physical Information: 0.25" H x 5.5" W x 8.5" (0.32 lbs) 106 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This vintage book is a complete guide to build, rig, and sail self-acting model yachts. With simple, step-by-step instructions and a wealth of handy tips, this profusely illustrated handbook constitutes a must-have for the novice enthusiast, and would make for a fantastic addition collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Principles of Self-Acting Model Yacht Building", "How to make the Hull", "How to Make the Deck Fittings, Rudders, etc.", "How to Make the Sails and Set", "How to Sail and Steer a Model Yacht", "Materials for Model Ships", "Glossary, "Model Yacht Contests on the Sea", "Tables of Model Yacht Regattas", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on building models. |
