model sailing ships
The ocean represents infinite possibilities just as the sea symbolizes freedom. That’s why most people love spending some time near the sea and listening to the sound of waves hitting the shore is a priceless treasure. Owning a part of its vastness can be possible through the model sailing ships. These are representation of the real ships. They come in various size with 1/6000 scale being the smallest.
Model sailing ships can be made from different materials:
~Metal – usually cast lead or other alloys and extensively use sheet tin, steel and aluminum brass for adding details
~Plastic – cast resin models and styrene; fiberglass used for larger models hull shells
~Wood – two pieces of solid wood with vertical seam or slabs of wood placed on top of each other
~Paper – most common in Europe; preprinted paper construction kits