A beautifully turned out model of a sailing ship is always a source of wonder and envy, but many a newcomer to this fascinating hobby will despair at ever being able to achieve such perfection. This need not be so, for the essential techniques are straightforward and easy to acquire - and one of the easiest ways to learn is from other, more experienced, ship modellers. Here the experience of internationally famous modelmakers has been set down for the benefit of all those aspiring to higher standards...