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Fundamentals of model boat building<br />
John Into & Nancy Price<br />
• answers modelers’ most-asked questions<br />
• teaches recreating boats in miniature<br />
• provides methods for hull and superstructure construction<br />
Learn the skills necessary to successfully create an accurate model boat<br />
from scratch, including structural elements, paper model renderings, hull<br />
features, and mechanical drawings. This book takes the reader through all<br />
the steps necessary to create one model boat based on the “Annie Buck,” an<br />
actual Chesapeake Bay “Deadrise” workboat. Based on all readers learn here,<br />
they will be able to apply the design techniques and theories to successfully<br />
create models of other boats that appeal to them. In fact, the detailed text<br />
also explains how to read marine drawings for reference and describes<br />
the tools and techniques needed to successfully execute bulkhead and<br />
lift building theory. For inspiration, a gallery of finished models includes<br />
Coronados, cruisers, and trawlers. This book will prove its worth to modelers<br />
everywhere.<br />
Size: 81/2”x11” • 276 color photos and 94 drawings • 160 pp.<br />
ISBN: 978-0-7643-3105-3 • hard cover • $34.99<br />
how to Carve bellamy eagles<br />
Paul B. Rolfe<br />
• learn to carve three Bellamy style eagle figures<br />
• patterns, painting and finishing instructions provided<br />
• a gallery has many eagle carvings for inspiration<br />
John Haley Bellamy (1836-1914) was a folk art woodcarver from New<br />
England, best known for his eagles. His work is prized today by collectors,<br />
and has been copied more than any other artist from “the golden age of<br />
woodcarving.” <strong>The</strong>se symbols of America in his unique style makes them<br />
ideal projects for carvers of all skill levels. Learn about Bellamy himself, and<br />
see 293 color photos with step-by-step instructions. This informative guide<br />
discusses the tools, with instructions to carve three differently styled eagles<br />
(“Portsmouth,” pilothouse, and soaring). Instructions include gold leaf<br />
application as a finishing detail. Patterns are provided. This book will be a<br />
treasure for all who enjoy carving in this distinct style.<br />
Size: 11”x81/2” • 293 color photos • 64 pp.<br />
ISBN: 978-0-7643-3572-3 • soft cover • $16.99<br />
legends in archery<br />
adventurers with bow and arrow<br />
Peter O. Stecher<br />
• the modern developments of archery<br />
• tips on equipment and techniques from the best<br />
• colorful characters and their adventures can be applied to all situations<br />
A Who’s Who of archery legends, this book presents the techniques,<br />
equipment, and philosophies of significant archers from the late 19th<br />
century to today. Filled with stories, observations, and lessons from the<br />
gutsy characters that defined the sport, this book takes you on journeys<br />
to big game bow hunts in Africa, bow fishing in South America, and other<br />
adventures in archery. Relive the excitement of accomplished marksmen<br />
and patient devotees of an ancient pursuit.<br />
Size: 7”x10” • 214 b/w photos • 192 pp.<br />
ISBN: 978-0-7643-3575-4 • hard cover • $29.99<br />
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