Model Shipways Newsboy User Manual

Model Shipways Kit No. MS2108
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Manufactured by Model Shipways, Inc. • Hollywood, Florida
Sold by Model Expo, a division of Model Shipways, Inc. • www.modelexpo-online.com
Technical Characteristics
Scale: 1/8" = 1 ft.
Overall Length: 21-3/8"; Hull Length: 15-1/4"
Width: 8" (width of lower yard); Hull Beam: 3-3/8""
Height: 15-3/8" (top of main mast to bottom of keel)
M ODELING T HE
N EWSBOY
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B RIGANTINE , 1854
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M ODELING T HE
N EWSBOY
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B RIGANTINE , 1854
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Instructions prepared by Ben Lankford
Model prototype by Bob Schott
©2006, Model Shipways, Inc.

Model Shipways Newsboy Specifications

General

Brand	Model Shipways
Model	Newsboy
Category	Toy
Language	English

Summary

What You'll Need To Start

Knives and Saws

Essential cutting tools including hobby knives and saws for precise work.

Stage A: Shaping the Pre-Carved Hull

Using Hull Templates

Utilizing provided templates for accurate hull shaping and profile correction.

Hull Carving Techniques

Methods for carving the hull to match plans, focusing on grain and accuracy.

Carving Ship Bulwarks

Instructions for shaping the bulwarks, including internal and external surfaces.

Stage B: Completing the Basic Hull Structures

Keel, Stem & Sternpost Installation

Fitting and securing the laser-cut keel, stem, and sternpost components.

Waterway, Planksheer, & Deck Planking

Installation of waterway, planksheer strips, and deck planking details.

Bulwark Stanchions, Cap Rail & Bow Rail

Fitting stanchions, cap rail, and bow rail to the bulwarks.

Stage D: Adding the Hull Details

General Notes on Hull Details

Completing Bulwark Details

Forward Cabin Construction

Stage E: General Masting & Rigging Information

Rigging Identification Guide

Block, Deadeye, Bullseye, and Line Sizes

Sails and Sail Lines

Stage F: Mast & Spar Construction

Shaping Masts and Spars

Assembling Masts and Mastheads

Shaping and Detailing Spars

Stage G: Standing Rigging

Bowsprit Rigging Details

Shrouds and Backstays Setup

Foremast (Head) Stays Installation

Stage H: Running Rigging

Foremast Staysail Rigging

Main Staysail Rigging Procedures

Spanker and Gaff Topsail Rigging