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June 2010 Newsletter
Category: Newsletter
Posted by: cmss_admin

Contents:
Construction of ‘Chinwara’ (Part-2) 3
South American Model Ships 4
Her Majesty’s Yacht Bluebottle 13
For Sale 16

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Expo 2010
Category: General
Posted by: cmss_admin

Dates and times for Expo 2010 scale model ship exhibition have now been finalised. To see full details or register click here...

Model Boat Building Course #5
Category: General
Posted by: cmss_admin

Each year, the Canberra Model Shipwrights Society holds a model boat building course at Ginninderra College - usually with a relatively simple model which allows students to learn the relevant techniques which will allow them to contemplate more complex models. CMSS members and "gurus" help with the instruction and useful guidance for the student's particular interests. Four courses have been held to date and the students have produced some very good models even though, for many, this has been their first attempt.

The course for 2010 is expected to commence on 21st October this year, and the model boat will be the “San Juan” felucca, which is an entry level kit by OcCre.

If you have any further questions please contact the CMSS President: Joe Allen

Phone: (02) 6254 7817(H)
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Books
Clubs and Associations
  • ACT Scale Modellers' Society
    This society caters for members who collect or build scale models. Associated with this is the basic improvement of members' modelling skills and techniques.
  • Australian Battle Group, The
    Australian home of “Big-Gun” Radio-Controlled Model Warship Combat.
  • Ballina RSL Club Marine Modellers
    A club hosted by the Ballina RSL Club for all marine models from static display craft through to those powered by battery, steam, sail, clockwork, or rubber bands.
  • Newcastle Marine Modellers
    The club is affiliated to the Newcastle Regional Maritime Museum at Fort Scratchley. The idea behind the Museum affiliation is to encourage the building of good quality replicas of Newcastle's maritime history which float and move as opposed to sitting in a glass case. This does not mean that you must build local replicas, you can build whatever you like providing it's a scale model ship and powered by electric motor and or steam.
  • scalemodel.net
    International List of Scale Model Related Web Sites
  • Ship Modelers Association (USA)
    The Ship Modelers Association (SMA) claims to be the largest ship modeling club in California. The SMA aims to foster research and interest in nautical heritage by researching and building scale ship models.
  • Ship Modelling Society of Victoria
    The Ship Modelling Society of Victoria Inc. was established in Melbourne in 1938 to encourage, and to provide facilities for, the furtherance of the art of ship modelling. It is primarily an association for people with an interest in ship modeling, in all its forms (plastic, wood, card, period or modern ships, and remote control). The association also welcomes anyone with an interest in maritime art, photography or literature.
  • Sydney Maritime Modellers Club
    The SMMC exists as an entry level and racing club for Radio Controlled and Model Yachting and provides Handicap Racing for any class of sailing yacht and Scratch Racing for International One Meter (IOM) and Soling One Meter (S1M) class yachts.
  • Task Force 72 Scale Model Ship Association Inc.
    This website provides Association members, potential members and members of the general public with information about the association and its activities. They focus on R/C 1:72 scale model naval and merchant vessels.
  • Wagga & District Scale Model Club
    Wagga Wagga & District Scale Model Club was established in 1983, with their first show the following year in 1984. They are a family orientated group of modelers in and around Wagga Wagga, NSW, focusing on making models in a friendly relaxed atmosphere, while having fun and encouraging the junior modelers.
Flag Suppliers and Info
Historic Ships and Sail Training Associations
  • Australian Sail Training Association, The
    The Australian Sail Training Association (AUSTA) is a voluntary organisation which aspires to promote, assist and support Australian/NZ Sail Training Associations and tall ship operators in their endeavours.
  • SA Tall Ships - home of STV One and All
  • Sydney Heritage Fleet
    A community-based non-profit organisation, the Fleet's mission is to: build and maintain an internationally recognised centre of excellence in maritime heritage for the benefit of all Australians by presenting through research, acquisition, conservation, restoration, education and operation, our continuing maritime history.
  • Tasmanian Sail Training Association
    Tasmanian Sail Training Association - home to the Lady Nelson replica.
  • The Mathew replica
    The Matthew is a replica of John Cabot's 15th century caravel.
Maritime and Marine Art
  • Art Marine (UK)
    Marine Limited Edition Prints, Remarques and Oil Paintings.
  • Marine Art Information Center
    Provides links to a variety of marine art resources.
  • Maritime Art Greenwich (UK)
    This is a learning resource combining subject expertise and the National Maritime Museum's oil painting collection. The website offers a searchable database of selected paintings plus in-depth content on some of the major themes of maritime art.
  • Richard Linton - Maritime Artist (AUS)
    Richard Linton ASMA
    Australian Maritime, Marine & Historical Art
  • Vallejo Gallery (USA)
    Dedicated to the visual marine arts, the Vallejo Gallery has a large collection of fine maritime paintings and marine themed art.
  • Wallace W. Trickett - Heritage Transport Artist (NZ)
    Wallace Tricket paints a broad spectrum of heritage transport subjects including merchant shipping. Wallace settled in New Zealand in 1979 having served as a marine engineer with the Blue Star Line. It is not surprising, therefore, that Wallace has a particular passion for painting ships of the Blue Star line.
Maritime Museums
Model Builders
  • Amerigo Vespucci - The Boat
    Giancarlo Gambatto's website featuring his very impressive model of the Amerigo Vespucci, with some details and photos of the real ship as well. There are also some photos of his Victory model.
  • Steve's Model Ship Shed
    Steve's Model Ship Shed - interesting tool improvisations - impressive model ship portfolio.
  • The Ship Model Forum
    This is an excellent site for shipbuilders of all types. Mainly concentrating on warships , it covers scratch and kit, plastic and resin, steam and sail, coal and nuclear. It has a section devoted to discussion of particular ships (Calling all (Ship X) Fans). These sections are very active and can be a source of very useful information.
Research and Resources
Scale Model Suppliers
Shops and Suppliers
  • Boat Books Australia
    Supplier of Nautical Books, Charts, Navigation Instruments, Commercial Publications, Videos and Software.
  • Hobby Tools
    Hobby Tools Australia - looking after the tool needs of hobbyists. Australia's largest Hobby Tool Site. They will also order any Model Shipways products in for you.
  • JoTiKa Ltd (Caldercraft)
    Manufacturing and distributing a range of over 100 model ship subjects ranging from the static Men of War to steam yachts and from World War II submarines to 80mph power boats, coupled with literally thousands of fittings and accessories.
  • Just Kits & Models (UK)
    UK based, Just Kits & Models provides plastic model kits and associated consumables, tools and paints. Their kits include aircraft, vehicles, ships, military vehicles, military figures, maritime vessels and diorama components.
  • Monaro Scale Models
    Monaro Models specialise in radio controlled hobbies, plastic kits, diecast collectables, slot cars, trains and much more.
  • scalemodel.net
    International List of Scale Model Related Web Sites
  • Westbourne models.com (UK)
    They claim to have some 300 to 400 model boat kits split between static plank on frame and radio control kits. They also stock scale model flags and a broad range of other fittings and supplies.
  • xenonproject.com (USA)
    Online supplier of radio controlled models, including boats. This site also has a "Learning Center" area with information about various aspects of RC models.
Timber Suppliers
Tools Suppliers
  • Artesania Latina
    Model ship kit manufacturer website, includes some English language.
  • Byrnes Model Machines
    Precision model machines fot the modeler.
  • Carba-Tec
    Tools for woodworkers.
  • Historic Ships
    Boat Kits, Tools, Paint, Fittings, Display Cases.
  • Hobby Tools
    Hobby Tools Australia - looking after the tool needs of hobbyists. Australia's largest Hobby Tool Site. They will also order any Model Shipways products in for you.
  • Hobby's (UK)
    UK site for Unimat lathe and other stuff.
  • HOBBYCO
    Hobby shop in Sydney.
  • JoTiKa Ltd (Caldercraft)
    Manufacturing and distributing a range of over 100 model ship subjects ranging from the static Men of War to steam yachts and from World War II submarines to 80mph power boats, coupled with literally thousands of fittings and accessories.
  • Just Kits & Models (UK)
    UK based, Just Kits & Models provides plastic model kits and associated consumables, tools and paints. Their kits include aircraft, vehicles, ships, military vehicles, military figures, maritime vessels and diorama components.
  • Micro-Mark - small tool specialist
    Modelling tools supplier - including plank bending, planking screws, draw plates etc.
  • Minicraft Tools (USA)
    An American supplier site for Minicraft & Proxxon tools.
  • Model Expo Hobby Shop
    Online model hobby shop.
  • Model Ship Builders Haven
    A shop site, but has some model building techniques provided.
  • Modeller's Shipyard
    Australian specialist supplier of historic wooden model sailing ship kits, plans, books, tools, accessories and timbers.
  • Proxxon
    Australian site for Proxxon tools.
  • scalemodel.net
    International List of Scale Model Related Web Sites
  • Stanbridges Hobby Shop
    Hobby shop in Perth WA
  • Wood Smith Pty Ltd, The
    Woodturning Workshop & Fine Woods



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