Concept to Reality
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Design stages
Building the hull (1 of 4) 
Deck details and masts
Rigging and Sails
Shipping
Maintenance
Building the Hull Stage 1
As mentioned previously, we create templates for the ribs or bulk-heads required to build the hull. We then cut and create those sections and place them in position on the keel, which itself is built-up from several scarfed pieces, very much like the original.
We use a variety of grades and types of hard- and soft-woods, depending on the purpose, location and function. Wood grain often being an additional factor since the grain has to look somewhat natural at scale, when visible.
The sections are shaped and sanded to allow for planking to be applied in a smooth and fluent manner. Additionally cant frames and breast hooks are also often used in a model's construction. The picture above shows a complete set of master-bulkheads for a 19th century steam-sealer. The internal construction of an 18th century ship's cutter is shown directly below.
Hull construction of a modern Johnson 75 motor yacht model shown below.
After a yacht hull has been completely planked, she is sanded smooth and faired. We then coat the hull with our own epoxy-resin recipe, creating an incredibly strong, smooth and resilient hull.
