Make Shavings not Sawdust
An introduction to hand planes useful in model building.
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Turnbuckles and Bottle Screws
A turnbuckle, strictly speaking, has two threads, one right-hand and one left-hand. A bottle screw has one. Most people use the term “turnbuckle” for both.
Main Sheet: Our online editor takes the mystery out of carving your own mast
The article focuses on how to design and carve an effective mast for a model yacht, emphasizing that it’s a commonly misunderstood part of construction.
Simplified Model Yacht for Racing in the “50-800” Class
This article describes, and provides plans for, a 50-in hard chine hull that can be built with plywood.