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HMS Victory Model Ship: Commemorate Battle of Trafalgar Anniversary Assembling its New Wooden Cross-Section at 1:72 Scale

Posted on October 27, 2023March 4, 2024 by Administrador DelBlog

What a joy it is for the team of professionals at Artesanía Latina surprise our modelers with something new! In this case with a new historical naval model highly coveted. On the occasion of the commemoration of the anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar, which was fought back on October 21, 1805 – 218 years ago – we have created a magnificent naval miniature. Both beginner and more expert modelers can now build the HMS Victory Model Ship Cross-Section (20500). Specifically, it is a spectacular 1:72 scale wooden modeling kit.

When you finish assembling it, you will be able to appreciate with total clarity and fidelity the six decks that made up the flagship of Vice Admiral Lord Nelson, the largest warship in history. What was life like on board a ship during the 17th and 18th centuries? The wooden naval modeling kit with the model of the English ship of the line 1805 Trafalgar Edition will be shown to you through this museum quality jewel.

Do you think HMS Victory model ship cross-section is beautiful? Wait until you watch the video below in its entirety, we present it in detail, showing off in all its splendor.

NAVAL MODELING KIT WITH HMS VICTORY SHIP OF THE LINE SECTION

The British ship of the line HMS Victory with Horatio Nelson in command fought against the Spanish Navy at the Battle of Trafalgar. It was the largest ship in the British Royal Navy. So, given its relevance, do not hesitate now to assemble this classic section of the model ship HMS Victory, full of decorative details.

Its naval modeling kit contains high-precision laser-cut board parts, hardwoods, brass and cast iron. The cannons are die-cast and fully equipped. So that it is beautifully displayed, it includes a small exhibition base with a metal nominative plate. If you want to make it more realistic, we also provide you with the copper lining of the hull and, as another excellent bonus, 8 figures in die-cast with Admiral Nelson.

As we mentioned previously, the cross-section of HMS Victory model ship will offer you the opportunity to examine in depth the construction and structure of the ship, as well as the entire high level of detail of its six decks.

That will be once it is built, so for its assembly you can follow our complete step-by-step guide entirely on video – very easy to understand – which you can watch for free at our Youtube channel –click here–. To do this, you can also scan the QR code on the box and on the printed parts list that comes with the box. It will be like a masterclass carried out by our professional modelers. The kit does not contain printed instructions. You can also download the 1:1 plan of the model for free in the button on this sheet called ‘Instructions and Downloadable Content’. Once it is completed, the HMS Victory model ship will measure 9.44” (240mm) length, 13.58” (345mm) height and 3.58” (91mm) width.

HMS VICTORY MODEL SHIP OF THE LINE: FINISHES AND ACCESSORIES

If the modeler build this fantastic cross-section of HMS Victory model ship a model completely faithful to the original replica, we recommend that you paint it with our Specific Set of Water-Based Acrylic Paints(277PACK29), sold separately.

For the protection of the model while it is displayed and to give it a museum touch, we strongly suggest that you place it in its fabulous Methacrylate Urn (20500AS), also for sale separately.

Finally, illuminate the cross-section to give it more realism with the LED Lighting Set for Models and DIY Projects (27590).

So decide soon to build the HMS Victory Model Ship Cross-Section (20500). We present it to you in this careful box with the wooden naval modeling kit.

Oh, you can also purchase everything your model needs with the Gift Pack HMS Victory Cross-Section (20500L), which comes with the model, its methacrylate display urn, its set of LED lights, its pack of paints and a Micro Riveting Tool to cover the hull (27319). And at a lower price than if you buy all the products separately!

HISTORY OF THE MOST POWERFUL SHIP OF THE LINE IN THE WORLD, THE ONLY ONE THAT REMAINS AS IT WAS

Today, it is on dock in the port of Portsmouth (Hampshire) in England as a museum piece. The English ship HMS Victory remains the flagship of the Second Lord of the Sea. It is even more important because it is the only ship of the line that has survived to this day in conditions faithful to the originals.

HMS Victory was launched in 1765. The rest of the works such as the rigging, the sails and the armament were progressively completed until in 1778 the ship of the line could be in active service.

Two years after being assigned to command HMS Victory, vice admiral Horatio Nelson participated in the Battle of Trafalgar. The most decisive of the Napoleonic Wars. It was the one that put an end to the French and Spanish navies. The United Kingdom would assume a maritime supremacy that would last until the Second World War.

However, Nelson did not have the opportunity to learn of his victory. He died during the battle in the course of a close combat with the Redoutable, a large French ship with 74 guns. From the tops of the Redoutable, a marksman then reached Nelson.

Now you can remember history by building the section of one of the most important ships in history! The HMS Victory model ship cross-section.

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Model Ship Santisima Trinidad in Wood at 1/84 Scale: 100% New and Trustworthy Design for the Trafalgar 1805 Edition of the Spanish Navy Flagship

Posted on September 19, 2023October 11, 2023 by Administrador DelBlog

Many emails from our modelers friends requesting it and they convinced us. A naval modeling kit has arrived at our warehouses that will drive you crazy due to its beauty and its historical relevance. The new wooden model ship Santisima Trinidad Trafalgar Edition 1805 (22901), at 1:84 scale. Yes, the modeler can now assemble the flagship of the Spanish Navy.

A highly desired product made by Artesanía Latina, the 2023 greatest novelty on the naval modeling market! It is a faithful replica – without precedent – in miniature with 100% new design of the Spanish ship of the line with 144 cannons, symbol of Spanish naval power from the late 18th century and early 19th century.

We have based as a reference on the plan found in Saint Petersburg and on the monograph by Joaquín Rodríguez Crespo. This model accurately represents what the ship looked like at the end of its life, with the correct artillery. It was an essential vessel in the Battle of Trafagar between the British Royal Navy and the Spanish Navy. Of course, now we have refloated it from the bottom of the sea to bring you an exuberant wooden naval modeling kit aimed at elite modelers. We present it to you on this video:

MODEL SHIP SANTÍSIMA TRINIDAD: KIT CONTENTS OF SPANISH SHIP OF THE LINE

The new wooden naval modeling kit of the famous Spanish ship of the line Santisima Trinidad at 1:84 scale was the greatest weapon of its time, it received the nickname ‘El Escorial de los Mares’. The emblem of the feared Spanish Navy. Just below there is a video in which you can watch all the contents of this stunning wooden model ship.

The modeler will find in this new Trafalgar 1805 edition hundreds of high-quality parts: 14 sheets of basswood plywood cut by precision laser and 6 spectacular brass photo-etched sheets with parts such as lanterns, railings or details of the cannons. Also, 10 packs of strips and rods, and American oak veneer. All the blocks and beams for the rigging are prefabricated. Brass round dowels and brass tubes are also included.

What can we say about its sails! It has a huge amount of 18 pre-sewn sails made of cotton fabric – ready to be placed – and cotton threads of different colors and thicknesses. It comes with translucent acetates, nets and adhesive flags in textured fabric.

As a gift so that the model is perfectly displayed, wooden exhibition base with metal nominative plate.

And, even more, another bonus: 5 die-cast figurines!

Of course, you can also provide an extra realism to the faithful miniature replica, add the Set of 16 Metal Figures and Accessories for Spanish Navy (22901F), sold separately.

This kit represents its appearance and artillery correctly, the ones of the Battle of Trafalgar. In this sense, the figurehead of the archangel Saint Michael leads the ship. The highly detailed scale artillery includes photo-etched parts and includes the howitzers that the ship carried in Trafalgar. Included the boats to build in wood, very realistic.

MODEL SHIP SANTÍSIMA TRINIDAD: READY TO LIGHT UP

Do you still need to see more to get crazy thanks to the beauty of the new model of the Spanish vessel – ship of the line – Santisima Trinidad Trafalgar Edition 1805? No problem. The new model made by Artesanía Latina is prepared for illuminate, so do not hesitate to purchase -sold separately- our LED Lighting Set (27590). The modeler will be amazed by such beauty!

VERY DETAILED ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS AND DEMONSTRATION VIDEOS

Once the model ship Santisima Trinidad (22901) is built, this measures 46.88” -1191 mm- length, 35.62” -905 mm- height and 18.26” -464 mm- width. Its design using a false keel and frames brings its assembly closer to that of the real ship.

How to assemble it? The 3D modelers and designers at Artesanía Latina have created brand new instructions. You can appreciate the different stages of assembly with total clarity. In Spanish, French, Italian, English, German, Dutch and Russian. In addition, the naval modeling kit of the Spanish ship comes with several paper templates to make the construction process of the model easier. Among other functionalities, they serve to arrange the elements on the decks and to place the embrasures and other objects on the sides of the hull.

The wooden naval modeling kit of the Santisima Trinidad has a QR code in its box which will allow you to download the assembly guide for free with clarifying photographs – more than 800 pages on digital format, not on paper – at product sheet of our website. Does not contain printed instructions. Two printed posters are included: one with the 1:1 scale model – double-sided – and another with the parts list and sails identification.

Also, on our Youtube channel, you can watch 10 demonstration videos to help you through some of the most important steps.

We recommend you watch the video below to learn about some of the tools that can be super useful when you are assembling the model:

ACRYLIC PAINTS SET FOR SANTÍSIMA TRINIDAD

The modeling professionals at Artesanía Latina recommend the painting of the model ship Santisima Trinidad using its Specific Water-Based Acrylic Paints Set (277PACK30), sold separately. In this way, the result of the finished of the Spanish ship of the line will be much more realistic and visual. Quick drying, the paints of twelve different colors come in small 20 ml bottles. Featuring off white (x2), off black (x2), bright red, FS11136 red (x2), ice yellow, buff, cocoa brown, dark red leather and gold, your artwork of naval modeling will leave spechless anyone who sees it.

A LITTLE HISTORY OF THE SPANISH SHIP OF THE LINE SANTISIMA TRINIDAD

Launched in 1769, the Santisima Trinidad was one of the few four-decker ships of the line that existed. Despite this, it was not very effective due to its clumsy and slow navigation. Above all, its tragic end in the Battle of Trafalgar (October 21st, 1805) is remembered. On that occasion it was under the orders of the squad leader Baltasar Hidalgo de Cisneros, and with Francisco Javier de Uriarte y Borja as flag captain. After a tough fight, it was captured by the English in very bad conditions, with more than 200 dead and 100 wounded. The English put all their efforts into saving it and taking it to the English port of Gibraltar, being towed by the frigates HMS Naiad and HMS Phoebe. However, it would finally sink on October 24th about 25 or 26 miles south of Cádiz.

It now remains at the bottom of the sea. Its artillery parts were extracted and installed at the entrance to the Pantheon of Illustrious Sailors located in the Navy Non-Commissioned Officers School, in San Fernando (Cádiz). Now you have the opportunity, once again, to build a fundamental jewek of world naval history. Assemble this Trafalgar 1805 edition of the model ship Santisima Trinidad (22901).

Oh, don’t forget to accompany this impressive Spanish ship with its Captain’s Boat (19014), for sale separately. This way your ship of the line will look even more beautiful.

Then… Let’s build them at our modeling workshop!

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Fishing Boat Model Provençale: Improved Assembly Experience for the 1:20 Scale Model of the French Fishing Boat

Posted on July 4, 2023July 5, 2023 by Administrador DelBlog

Undoubtedly, one of the historical top sellers of Artesanía Latina, one of the models that most excites our modelers friends. The fishing boat model La Provençale (19017-N), the French voilier of the Côte d’Azur. It has been out of stock in recent months for a simple reason. We have redesigned and further developed the 1:20 scale model so that, in addition to having an optimal aesthetic appearance, your assembly experience is better, easier and more entertaining. It is a great pleasure for us to present you this renewed faithful miniature replica of the French fishing boat. The naval modeling kit in wood is aimed at beginner modelers and also those who want to complete their private collection of fishing boats.

On the video below, we show you the appearance of La Provençale as well as some of the modeling tools that you will need during the assembly process of the faithful replica miniature of the Gallic sailing ship.

FISHING BOAT MODEL PROVENÇALE: WOODEN MODEL SHIP KIT CONTENTS

A naval jewel that will delight those who want to start in the wonderful world of naval modeling building your own new 1:20 scale model in wood of the fishing boat La Provencale. With a typically Mediterranean line thanks to its two latin sails, this boat used to be made with the remains of wood used for the construction of larger fishing boats.

Renewed model ship La Provençale… With an improved, much easier and more enjoyable assembly experience! In addition, its assembly system using a false keel and frames brings its design closer to that of a real ship and will delight novice modelers who build this faithful miniature replica.

The 2023 naval modeling kit with the model of the French fishing boat La Provençale contains all the necessary parts for assembling this naval model. So, the box brings parts of wooden board plates cut by high precision laser. It also comes with a set of strips, round dowels and veneer, and with accessories in die-cast, brass and wood.

It also brings a magnificent set of hand-sewn cotton sails ready to be placed and cotton thread.

As a bonus, beautiful wooden exhibition base to assemble with name plate of the boat.

STEP-BY-STEP VIDEO GUIDE FOR THE ASSEMBLY OF LA PROVENÇALE

For the assembly of the model of the French fishing boat La Provençale, you have our renewed and complete step-by-step instructions made on video by our modelers. As if it were an exclusive master class, we teach you how to build your model. In this way, you will enjoy the hobby of naval modeling even more and you will learn professional techniques. To do this, simply visit our YouTube Channel where you can find all the video tutorials. It does not come with printed instructions.

It includes printed boat plan and parts list. Once built, the model measures 12” (305 mm) length, 13.98” (335 mm) height and 3.93” (100 mm) width.

FISHING BOAT MODEL PROVENÇALE: SET OF SPECIFIC ACRYLIC PAINTS

If you want to achieve perfect and faithful finishes, we recommend that you paint your La Provençale fishing boat model with your Specific Set of Acrylic Paints (277PACK25), for sale separately. This has 6 jars of different paints, each with 20 ml of product. In this sense, it includes the following colors in paints: Off-White, Off-Black, Buff, Burnt Umber, Royal Blue and Red FS11136.

The drying time of the set of water-based paints for the La Provençale fishing boat model is very fast. Paints dry to the touch in about 20 minutes and fully dry in an hour. If you need to give a second layer, you will only have to wait approximately 6 hours. It is advisable to give it a white primer filler before applying our paints. The final result will be what your eyes see under these lines… Spectacular!

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R/C Tugboat Model Atlantic: Majestic Navigable and Lightable Model Ship with Hull Made of High Quality ABS

Posted on June 26, 2023July 6, 2023 by Administrador DelBlog

Summer has arrived, it has arrived! It is the season of the year in which our friends modelers want to enjoy their passion for the hobby outdoors and, if possible, with water to stay cool. Well, it also arrived to our warehouse the majestic, the huge R/C tugboat model Atlantic (20210) at 1:50 scale. Prepared for radio-control, fully navigable and, now, lightable so that it shines at night. It is the faithful miniature replica of a tugboat from the 80s that you all must build to have fun as a children.

This offshore tugboat was prepared to withstand the most difficult weather conditions. Its structure was designed so that its stability was total at sea, as well as being very manageable. Everything so that models like the Atlantic were capable of towing large ships such as oil tankers or cruise ships in open water. Let’s get to know all the features and contents of your fabulous naval modeling kit!

R/C TUGBOAT MODEL ATLANTIC: CONTENTS AND FEATURES

Assemble your r/c tugboat model at 1:50 scale of Atlantic, this classic vessel from the 20th century. The navigable ship modeling kit contains high-precision laser-cut board parts, hardwood, photo-etched, brass and cast iron: it has numerous details in chemical cuts to be more faithful to the original ship. It’s just gorgeous!

Likewise, the hull of the Atlantic r/c tugboat model is made of high-quality ABS plastic, so it can be easily converted into a radio controlled model, being more resistant and waterproof.

No forgetting that its interior is ready for the installation of the electrical system -not included-. The water cannons are designed to be usable -mechanism not included-.

Now, the ship model prepared for R/C Atlantic… It is also ready to be able to light up! To do this, install LED Lighting Set for Models and DIY Projects (27590) by Artesanía Latina, for sale separately.

R/C TUGBOAT MODEL ATLANTIC: VERY EASY ASSEMBLY GUIDE

For its assembly, follow our complete multimedia guide on DVD format with images and 3D renderings, step by step and in full color. The kit does not contain printed instructions. You can also download the digital instructions for free by clicking the button on this product sheet called ‘Instructions and Downloadable Contents’.

A naval jewel that, once it is built, measures 41.73” (1,060mm) length, 23.62” (600mm) height and 9.84” (250mm) width. Modelers from intermediate level onwards will be delighted by its great stability in the water, although it can also be displayed at any room with its fantastic exhibition base included in the kit.

ACRYLIC PAINTS SET FOR ATLANTIC MODEL SHIP

Other of the novelties that the adaptable for R/C Tugboat Model Atlantic brings is its Set of Specific Acrylic Paints (277PACK28), for sale separately. 12 jars of different paints, each one with 20 ml of product, all of them acrylic, water-based and quick-drying. The set includes the following colors: Off-White (x2), Off-Black (x2), Grey FS36375, Hull Red (x2), Vermilion, Deep Yellow, Aluminium, Gold and Bright Blue.

And the final result when you finish building the ship model prepared for R/C Atlantic (20210) by Artesanía Latina… It is this huge beautiful ship that will sail at sea or on your pool!

Do you want to have fun like a child? It’s the moment!

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Saint Malo Model Ship: New 1:20 Scale Model of the French Fishing Boat in Wood for Beginners

Posted on May 17, 2023May 19, 2023 by Administrador DelBlog

One of the most beautiful traditional fishing boats on the market… Now with a lifting! The team of modelers from Artesanía Latina has designed and developed a new concept for the model of this French ship. Everything to make the assembly experience friendly, simple and fun. It is a great satisfaction to introduce to our modeling friends the new Saint Malo model ship (19010-N), the Gallic doris from the end of the 19th century. Your 1:20 scale fishing boat modeling kit is aimed at beginner modelers and, also, to those who want to complete their private collection of fishing boats.

SAINT MALO MODEL SHIP: WOODEN MODELING KIT CONTENTS

A naval jewel that will delight those who want to start in the wonderful world of naval modeling building your own new 1:20 scale model in wood of the fishing boat –doris class– Saint Malo. Some fishermen still use this type of boat today in the bay of Mont Saint-Michel on the Normandy coast, as well as in Saint Pierre and Miquelon to set trammel lines or lobster and shrimp traps. However, the vast majority of the doris used are intended for leisure. Artisan doris builders still exist today.

The renewed model ship Saint Malo… With an improved assembly experience that is much easier and more enjoyable! In addition, its assembly system using a false keel and frames brings its design closer to that of a real ship and will delight novice modelers who build this faithful miniature replica.

The renewed 2023 naval modeling kit with the model of the French fishing boat Saint Malo contains all the necessary parts for assembling this naval model. The box brings parts of board plates cut by high precision laser. It also comes with a set of strips, sheets and round wooden rods, accessories in die-cast, brass and wood, and a sticker.

It also brings a magnificent set of hand-sewn cotton sails ready to be placed and cotton thread.

As a gift bonus, beautiful wooden exhibition base to assemble with name plate of the boat.

STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE ON VIDEO FOR SAINT MALO’S ASSEMBLY

For the assembly of the model of the French fishing boat Saint Malo, you have our renewed and complete step-by-step instructions made by our modelers on video. As if it were an exclusive masterclass, we teach you how to build your model. You will enjoy the hobby of naval modeling even more and you will learn professional techniques. To do this, simply visit our YouTube Channel where you can find all the video tutorials. It does not come with printed instructions.

It includes printed boat plan and parts list. Once it is built, the model measures 13.58” (345mm) length, 3.54” (90mm) width and 8.66” (220mm) height.

Thanks to the video below, you can learn about some of the modeling tools that you will need during the assembly process of the faithful miniature replica of doris Saint Malo.

SAINT MALO MODEL SHIP: ACRYLIC PAINTS SET

If you want to achieve a perfect and faithful finish, we recommend that you paint your Saint Malo fishing boat model with its Specific Acrylic Paints Set (277PACK24), for sale separately. This has 6 pots of different paints, each one with 20 ml of product. It includes the following colors in paints: Off-White, Off-Black, Buff, Burnt Umber, French Blue and Orange.

The drying time of the pack of water-based paints for the model ship Saint Malo is very fast. Paints dry to the touch in about 20 minutes and fully dry in an hour. If you need to give a second layer, you will only have to wait approximately 6 hours. It is advisable to apply a primer coat before to paint. The final result will be what your eyes see under these lines… Beautiful model!

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Bounty Jolly Boat Model: 2023 Renewed Image of the Emblematic 1:25 Scale Model in Wood

Posted on May 3, 2023May 17, 2023 by Administrador DelBlog

We were impatient for its arrival in our warehouses… And it’s here! We have spent months redesigning one of the emblematic wooden scale models in our catalogue. Everything to make the assembly experience optimal and fun. It is a great joy for the team of modelers from Artesanía Latina to present the new HMS Bounty Jolly Boat Model (19004-N), the legendary British ship. The naval modeling kit at 1:25 scale of the HMS Bounty auxiliary boat is aimed at beginner modelers and also those who want to accompany its merchant vessel (22810).

BOUNTY JOLLY BOAT MODEL: WOODEN NAVAL MODELING KIT CONTENTS

Get started in the wonderful world of naval modeling building your own new 1:25 scale model in wood of the HMS Bounty Jolly Boat from 18th century. This was, without a doubt, an essential vessel in the development of one of the most famous nautical feats in history. Now, with an improved assembly experience that is much easier and more enjoyable! In addition, its assembly system using a false keel and frames brings its design closer to that of a real ship and will delight novice modelers who build this faithful miniature replica.

The 2023 renewed naval modeling kit with the model of the HMS Bounty Jolly Boat brings all the necessary parts for assembling this naval model. In this sense, the box contains three plates cut by high precision laser to be able to extract the parts without problems. Two of plywood (one of 2 mm and one of 3 mm) and one of 3 mm hardwood. Discover its set of wooden strips, veneers and round dowels, also accessories in die-cast, brass and wood and the flag… It has a new design!

It also brings a magnificent set of hand-sewn cotton sails ready to be placed and cotton thread.

As a bonus, beautiful wooden exhibition base to assemble with name plate of the boat.

EXCELLENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR ASSEMBLY OF JOLLY BOAT

If you want to assemble the HMS Bounty Jolly Boat Model of the British ship, you can use our renewed and complete instructions, -step by step with full colour images-. There are so many photographs and explanatory steps with their descriptive legends that the assembly is very comfortable for the novice modeler. It does not come with printed instructions. You can also download the digital instructions for free on the button on this product sheet called ‘Instructions and Downloadable Content’. If you want to get the digital assembly guide, you can also scan the QR code existing on the kit box and plan. This action takes you to this same web page where you can download all the instructions you need.

Kit also includes printed boat plan and parts list. Once built, the model measures 16.61” (422mm) length, 13.50” (343mm) height and 7.51” (191mm) width.

BOUNTY JOLLY BOAT MODEL: ACRYLIC PAINTS SET

Achieve perfect and faithful finishes! We recommend that you paint your HMS Bounty Jolly Boat Model with our Specific Set of Acrylic Paints (277PACK26), for sale separately. This has 6 jars of different paints, each with 20 ml of product. In this sense, it includes the following colors: Off-White, Off-Black, Buff, Burnt Umber, Navy Blue and Gold.

The drying time of the set of water-based paints for the HMS Bounty Jolly Boat model is very fast. The paints are usually dry to the touch in about 20 minutes and completely dry in an hour. If you need to give a second layer, you will only have to wait approximately 6 hours. It is advisable to give it a white primer filler before applying our paints. The final result will be what your eyes see below these text lines… How precious!

Get further enhance for your collection of naval modelling, accompany, if you are an expert modeller, the HMS Bounty Jolly Boat Model with its own merchant ship HMS Bounty (22810), for sale separately. The British ships couple will shine at your showroom!

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Elcano Ship Model Instructions (IV): Finish Building the Spanish Training Ship with Our Latest Video Tutorials!

Posted on March 23, 2023March 21, 2023 by Administrador DelBlog

We dive into the last part of the Elcano ship model instructions for its assembly. With these video tutorials made by our modelers, we put the finishing touch to the set up of the Spanish school ship model Juan Sebastián Elcano / Chilean Esmeralda (22260) at 1:250 scale. As we mentioned before, it is a faithful miniature replica excellent for beginners on the hobby of naval modeling.

ELCANO SHIP MODEL INSTRUCTIONS: SAILS (PART III – A)

We continue with ‘Sails – Part III’, which is Step 21 of the instructions for assembling the Elcano ship model (22260).

Arrange one unit of parts S7, S8, S9 and S10, that is, more sails. Take part S7, and sew it with a needle cotton thread –part CT1– around the stick part Y1, from top to bottom. When you finish sewing, help yourself with some Straight Fastening Tweezers (27020) to tie the knot on the stick.

Now, with a cutter, drill two small holes in the two opposite corners of the stick. Insert the two BR1 parts -two rings- into these. Take a part BL and thread -part CT1-. Put the thread through the hole and around part BL. Tie a knot at the end with the help of the aforementioned tweezers. The thread should be fully stretched through the hole and around the part BL. Apply Dense Cyanoacrylate for Porous Materials on the knot and allow to dry.

Next, you will have excess thread on both sides of the knot. First, completely cut one of the threads, while the other leave a few centimeters long. Don’t cut it all the way. Second, also using the tweezers, tie that thread with the BL part to the left side of the stick and tie the knot with cyano. Third, if there is excess thread, remove it with a cutter. Repeat all these actions on the other end of the stick with another BL part.

The result should be this:

ELCANO SHIP MODEL INSTRUCTIONS: SAILS (PART III – B)

Then go through the entire process again with the other SAILS. For the sail part S8, you will need one Y2 part, two BR1 parts and two BL parts. For the part S9, one Y3 part, two BR1 parts and two BL parts. And for the S10, one part Y4, two parts BR1 and four parts BL. Take again the sail part S7 and thread part CT1. At one end of the stick, tie a knot with plenty of thread left over from both sides. Apply cyano and let dry. Repeat the process on the other end of the stick.

Take the S7 sail. Use a Curved Fastening Tweezers (27021) to pass the thread -part CT1- with a needle above the mast top, as seen on the video. The goal is the sail can be already hanging on its mast. Make the knots as shown, apply a little of cyano and cut the excess thread with the Thread Snips (27060). The sail already stays in place.

Repeat the process with the S8 sail. Once hung, it has to be attached to the S7 sail with thread. Tie them by means of the two BR1 parts that are on the sail. Passing the CT1 thread through the BR1 ring and, right after, tie it to the end of the stick. Repeat the process also for the other end of the pole with the other BR1 ring.

Do the same with the S9 sail, but this time tying it to the S8 sail. And finally, with the S10 sail, knotting it to the S9. This should be the final look with all the sails in place.

ELCANO SHIP MODEL INSTRUCTIONS: SAILS (PART IV – A)

Well, it’s time for the next task. Step 22 of the assembly instructions for the ship model Elcano (22260). This one is about ‘Sails – Part IV’.

Take the four sails parts S11. Now take one and, using a utility knife, drill three holes in each of the three corners of the sail. Then, insert one of the three parts BR1 -rings- into each hole. Open each part BR1 with two Needle Nose Pliers (27213) and insert the ring through the sail. After inserting it, close it again using the aforementioned pliers. As we have discussed, repeat the process with the other three sails.

Again, take a sail part S11. Insert thread through the BR1 ring found on the most pointed part of the sail, at the top and tie a knot. Cut the excess of one of the ends of the thread and pass the other end through the mast. Then bring the thread to the hull, tighten it, tie it off and glue it with cyano. Watch the video for it.

Now, thread CT1 through the outermost ring BR1. Begin to tie a knot and leave a hole to insert it into the bottom sail pole. Insert into the stick and close the knot. Do the same with more thread through the remaining BR1 ring, the third one, the one closest to the mast. In this sense, the sail part S11 will be attached to the lower sail.

ELCANO MODEL SHIP INSTRUCTIONS: SAILS (PART IV – B)

Below that bottom sail, place a PCL part. Bend the wire that has the stick on it and attach it to the mast. Use the pliers to twist the wire around the mast.

Take CT1 thread and pass it through the eye of the BR1 part of that lower sail to make a knot and pass it through the PCL stick. The sail will be attached to the mast. Remember to apply cyano to all the knots you make.

Thread CT1 through the ring on the hull and tie it to the stick so that it is taut. The rest of the thread, pass it through the mast top and tie it to the deck. Take a look at the video to run this process, which you will need to repeat for the other three sails.

ELCANO SHIP MODEL INSTRUCTIONS: SAILS (PART V)

Step 23 of Elcano ship model instructions (22260) for the assembly of Spanish school ship, is about the ‘Sails – Part V’. You need to pay close attention to the video so that you can build the rest of the sails.

JUAN SEBASTIAN ELCANO MODEL SHIP: DECKS (PART III – A)

We continue with Step 24 of the Elcano ship model instructions for its assembly. This is about ‘Decks – Part III’.

Take two M8 parts and glue them parallel to the foredeck as shown on the video. Next, take ten units of the part DM4. With the help of cyano and grip pliers, take five of these and glue each one next to the other on the deck area shown. Then turn the boat 180º and do the same for the other five on the other side of the deck.

Once this task is done, take a Stainless Steel Ruler 150 mm (27069). Use it to mark with a pencil on the edge of the hull two points with an equidistance of 18 mm. From each of these two points, with the ruler, measure and mark two points 6 mm inside the deck. Drill with a small hand drill at the two points marked on the deck.

Take an M6 part. Apply a drop of cyano and insert it with tweezers into one of the two holes made. Repeat the process with another M6 part and insert it into the other deck hole.

JUAN SEBASTIAN ELCANO MODEL SHIP: DECKS (PART III – B)

It is time to use thread part CT2 for the placement of part P2, previously painted with Off-White Acrylic Paint (27702). First, thread the thread through the two holes in part P2. Second, take the other end of the thread and feed it through an M6 part. Do the same with the other end. When you are inserting the two ends of the thread into each M6 part, insert them from the outside to the inside.

Next, make a knot in each of the two inserted ends so that the part P2 does not come loose. Apply a little cyano to each one. Repeat the process on the opposite side of the boat.

JUAN SEBASTIÁN ELCANO ASSEMBLY: HANDRAILS AND PROPELLER

The ‘Handrails and Propeller’ is Step 25 of the video tutorial for building the model of the Elcano ship. Take two PE3 parts, previously painted with off-white paint. Apply cyano to each of the tips of the base that will be inserted. Place each of the two PE3 parts on the edge of the hull and the deck with the help of a Curved Fastening Tweezers (27021). There are two in the bow.

Then, take a PE4 part, also previously painted with off-white colour. Bend it with your hands so that it takes on the curved shape of the stern. Once you have the shape, apply cyano to each of the corners and glue the part with both hands to the edge of the deck. Take another PE4 part and tack it right next to the one you placed earlier. Put it behind the lifeboat. Repeat the process on the other side of the hull.

Finally, the part M11 -propeller- enters the scene. Apply cyano to the tip to be inserted and place it with your hands and a pair of tweezers on the hull.

JUAN SEBASTIÁN ELCANO ASSEMBLY: LAST DETAILS TO FINISH (PART I)

We continue with the final step of the Elcano ship model instructions for its assembly with the ‘Last Details’, which is Step 26. Arrange a unit of the part WD3 with a diameter of 2×35 mm, previously painted off-white. Later, take the part FL1 -Spanish flag- and with the help of a cutter, remove the sticker protector.

Place the center of the sticker -it has a stripe drawn- on the stick and close the sticker with your hands and the handle of a scalpel cutter until both sides of the flag stick together. Stick it in the hole in the aft deck provided for it.

It is the turn of the part PE5 Elcano / PE6 Esmeralda -metal sheet with the name of the ship-. First, paint it with Hull Green Colour (27751). Then, sand the entire edge of the sheet with a utility cutter until you can see the metal of the sheet. Apply cyano and glue it to the stern of the boat, just below the flag.

JUAN SEBASTIÁN ELCANO ASSEMBLY: LAST DETAILS TO FINISH (PART II)

Now, take the two parts M17 -anchors-, previously painted with Off-Black Colour (27703). Place them into the two holes provided for this with the help of tweezers and a few drops of cyano. Finally, there is the part PE7 / PE8 -name of the ship for the base-. Also paint it with off-black colour, sand the edges with a cutter until you see the metal part and, with cyano, glue it to the exhibition base.

You have just finished building the wonderful model of the training ship Juan Sebastián Elcano / Esmeralda (22260)! Congratulations!

*Model Ship Elcano / Esmeralda Built by our modeling friend Girish Khandagale.*

We remind you that you can also purchase the Elcano Gift Pack (22260L), which includes the kit with the schooner sailboat, its paints and some tools. It has a lower price than if the products are purchased separately.

Read the third part of the post…

Modeling Tools & Accessories

Modeling and Crafts Glues: White Glue and Cyanoacrylate for Porous Materials

Posted on March 17, 2023March 21, 2023 by Administrador DelBlog

There are many occasions when our modelers friends ask us what adhesives and glues for modeling and crafts to use. Even more, when they are assembling one of our model boats and model planes made of wood. Well, the time has come in this blog post to talk about it. If you want your parts are completely united with the best results, there is no doubt, the glues made by Artesanía Latina are at the forefront.

Next, we indicate you which are the glues for modeling and crafts that you can obtain on our website, pay attention.

GLUES FOR MODELING AND CRAFTS: WHITE GLUE

The first option you have is white glue for wood and porous materials (27602). Presented in a 250 gr bottle, it is one of the so-called easy-to-apply vinyl adhesives. It dries quickly -by having a short drying time- and you can use it on porous materials such as wood, cardboard, carpet, cork, fabrics and tablex. Its texture is creamy.

It comes with a nozzle for easy opening and closing, thus avoiding any type of spillage or the white glue for wood from drying out. Also, if you have traces of this adhesive on your skin, don’t worry, it is not inconvenient for the skin. And if the glue smells too much, neither, because Artesanía Latina’s white vinyl glue does not release toxic fumes.

As for its uses, it can be used, as we discussed, when you are building models made of wood and making crafts such as sewing and fashion, cork and rubber creations, and an endless number of other tasks and hobbies. In this sense, we recommend that if you apply the glue with a brush, keep it moist in water.

GLUES FOR MODELING AND CRAFTS: CYANOACRYLATE FOR POROUS MATERIALS 50 GR. AND SPRAY ACCELERATOR

Another of the fantastic glues for modeling and crafts. When you require even faster drying than white glue, this is your option. The set with the dense cyanoacrylate bottle and its 50 gr. of product and with the cyanoacrylate accelerator spray of 200 ml (27602) by Artesanía Latina. The adherence you will obtain is maximum and instantaneous!

It is perfect for gluing wood and other porous materials such as cardboard, carpet, cork, fabrics and tablex. The dense cyanoacrylate has a nozzle for easy opening and closing, thus preventing any type of spillage or that the cyanoacrylate itself dries up. And a cannula for its measured and precise application. It is also important to note that our cyanoacrylate does not have solvents.

Being a dense cyanoacrylate and slower drying compared to other cyanoacrylates, the accelerator is essential as it makes the glue dry more quickly. Before using it in your activity, we recommend that you test it.

1. Put a drop of dense cyanoacrylate on the two parts to be glued.

2. Next, apply the cyano accelerator spray to one of the two parts to be joined and wait for the product to evaporate.

3. At that instant, put the two parts together. Be careful because as soon as you stick them they will not be able to detach from each other.

Store and protect the dense cyanoacrylate bottle for better conservation in a place out of direct sunlight, dry and with a cool temperature. Wash your hands repeatedly with lukewarm water in case they get stuck with the product.

CYANOACRYLATE FOR POROUS MATERIALS 20 GR.

Another novelty in terms of glues for modeling and crafts is the bottle of dense cyanoacrylate 20 gr. (27620) by Artesanía Latina. This is an easy-to-apply glue and is used to achieve instant joining of parts. Ideal for gluing wood and other porous materials such as cardboard, carpet, cork, fabrics and tablex. The jar has a spout for easy opening and closing, thus avoiding spills or drying of the product.

SET OF 20 GR. JARS WITH CYANOACRILATE FOR POROUS MATERIALS (x2)

New! In 2023, we have created this pack thinking about our customer friends who use adhesives a lot for modeling and crafts tasks. The set with 2 bottles of cyanoacrylate dense (27621) of 20 gr. each one -40 gr in total- made by Artesanía Latina brings this magnificent glue that is easy to apply for instant union of pieces.

GLUES FOR MODELING AND CRAFTS: GLUE APPLICATORS

Do you need maximum precision when you are applying the glue? Don’t want to get your fingertip dirty? We have the best product to achieve these two objectives. Our glue applicators! These are included in the set of micro saws, scriber and applicators (27302). Glue applicators are really essential.

Under this text, we also show you on video how to use the applicators and we show you the rest of the very useful tools that come in the set.

Ship Models

R/C Tugboat Model Sanson: 2023 Edition of the 1:50 Scale Replica Now Suitable for Radio Control and Lighting

Posted on January 24, 2023February 17, 2023 by Administrador DelBlog

First month in 2023, first surprise for our customers friends. After several years out of stock and off the market, the spectacular new edition of the deep-sea tugboat model ship is back, suitable for R/C or radio control, Sanson (20415). Our team of professional modelers and 3D designers have worked hard to exponentially improve this 1:50 scale model. A classic for any naval modeling collection. “You won’t have the slightest setback when it comes to building it”, assures one of Artesanía Latina members.

Sanson still is a faithful miniature replica of a tugboat from the 40s of the 20th century. However, its renewed assembly experience makes this boat a delight to build. The best thing is that, in addition to being prepared for radio control, it is also ready to light up, to include motor and servo, and… To be navigable thanks to the experience of the modeler who knows and decides to do it! We present the new model of the R/C tugboat Sanson on the video below, your jaw will drop at such beauty, such jewel of the naval modeling. Be dazzled!

R/C TUGBOAT MODEL SANSON: MORE REALISM

The model of the tugboat suitable for R/C Sanson is aimed at modelers with an intermediate level, at least. However, a beginner, with patience and paying close attention, could also assemble it since the instructions are on video. The different steps are explained in detail. The new guide on DVD is like a masterclass given by our modeller… A joy! As we mentioned in the introduction, your assembly experience is much more enjoyable and less difficult.

In addition, the model is much more realistic compared to its old version, thanks to three important improvements made and commented, among many others. In this sense, the Artesanía Latina team has completely emptied the structure of the model of the tugboat. The hull of the boat allows it to be both a static and R/C model by having the hollowed-out ribs and by offering a comfortable access to the interior. Please pay attention to the below images about it!

Our model has the stern deck is openable, that is, when we remove the support arches for the cables from their anchoring places, we can ‘disengage’ a part of the stern deck, access the interior of the hull to be able to work comfortably and, later, refit these parts without noticing anything unusual.

As you can see, you can add an engine to it to navigate. On our website, you can purchase a Low RPM Motor (27591) to move the propeller only during the exhibition of the model -this engine is not suitable for navigation-, for sale separately.

The modeler who wishes can also attach a servomotor -not available- that rotates the rudder blade.

R/C TUGBOAT MODEL SANSON: LIGHTING AND SMOKE

And the lights! The model of the tugboat suitable for R/C Sanson allows its illumination. Two LED bulbs can be placed at the engine room, one at the captain’s cabin, another under the skylight and three on the mast. Without forgetting its exhibition base, which didn’t even come in the old kit! To make your boat visible in the dark or at night, what’s better than to purchase our LED Lighting Set (27590) -for sale separately-.

We have also thought of another essential activity of this type of ship as if it were the real ship. We have designed it so that a smoke generation system can be included -the system is not included in the kit-.

R/C TUGBOAT MODEL SANSON: KIT CONTENTS

The naval modeling kit Sanson contains all the necessary parts for you to build your model: 7 high-precision laser-cut plywood sheets, as well as such as birch strips and round dowels, and oak veneer. By the way, it is the first kit that contains oak veneer, being Artesanía Latina a pioneer in including this hardwood in any model on the market.

In this way, the model is much more realistic, exclusive and avoids the use of wood from tropical forests. It also comes with 1 photo-etched plate with numerous and magnificent details, as well as accessories such as die-cast parts, brass round dowels, threads, wooden channel and much more.

For its assembly, you can follow our complete step-by-step video guide with graphic diagrams and others as well as many other information. The kit comes with a plan printed on both sides which, in addition to images of the vessel, includes a photographic parts list -another innovation from our firm-, as well as a QR code that leads to the Sanson playlist on our Youtube channel with all the videos of the assembly instructions.

Once it is built, the model measures 3.81” (605mm) length, 5.11” (130mm) width and 13.47” (350mm) height.

DEEP-SEA TUGBOAT SANSON: PERFECT FINISH

Finally, achieve the best finish with the Acrylic Paints Set for Sanson Tugboat (277PACK23), for sale separately. It contains 12 20 ml jars, each one with different and varied colors so that its faithful miniature replica shines. The drying of the paint after its application is fast.

Our model building friends have been demanding this model for a long time. They wanted the model of this tugboat from the 40s of the last century. This naval icon was characterized by its powerful 2,000 HP steam boiler. The vessel could develop speeds of 14 knots while coming to the rescue of much larger boats. It was a small-tonnage ship and low draft but with more than enough power and maneuverability to assist much larger vessels.

Well now… It is already at our warehouses, at your disposal! Build this beautiful and historic jewel of museum quality wooden model ship, the tugboat model suitable for R/C Sanson (20415) at 1:50 scale.

Model Building

Parkinson’s and Modeling: The Will to Overcome Obstacles for the Love of a Hobby

Posted on January 11, 2023January 12, 2023 by Administrador DelBlog

We start 2023 with a true story. This comes to reflect the spirit of overcoming human beings facing the difficulties that arise in life. You may be wondering what is the relation with our fans… Well, a lot! Not even the most serious illness stops man/woman’s will to fulfill his/her dreams and entertainment. Parkinson’s and modeling can also go hand in hand, although it is hopelessly and unfortunately trembling. Christopher Columbus, with his efforts, discovered America. Our dear modeler friend Frédéric Lavoine, with his passion, has conquered something more important: all our hearts.

It’s been almost two years without him being able to work in the beautiful profession of school driver that he left because of this terrible disease. Too many risks. He was 54 and a half years old when the doctors diagnosed it, but it seems that eighteen months earlier it began to knock on his door warning him of its presence.

PARKINSON’S AND MODELING: FRÉDÉRIC, THE REAL MCGYVER OF OUR TIME

Frédéric was brilliant at his job, and among people with disabilities and reduced mobility. Furthermore, he could never imagine that his “future working life would be reduced to the list of problems and difficulties caused by Parkinson’s”, assures our friend, who also emphasizes that he was “an active person with resources”, even his wife calls him McGyver after the famous television series in which the protagonist finds practical solutions to any problem. Without egocentrism, Frédéric is a “passionate lover of manual well done labor”, he says. Of course, he recognizes that the only thing that resists him is mechanics.

With all the pending things he has to do and now he can’t because he’s not able to deploy all his ‘superpowers’… A big disappointment for him. Frédéric’s world falls on him, a moving yo-yo in comparison to the perpetual activity of our friend. Painting a picture, reforming the cabin, restoring a piece of furniture, taking care of the garden… All that is over.

It is the moment in which Frédéric decides to take another course to continue being our particular McGyver. With this cold winter coming up where you spend a lot of time at home, you have to keep yourself busy. It is true that he was discouraged by the tremors of his hand and by the blockages of his joints. Medical treatments cannot give him a complete cure: “I didn’t want to draw or write in my book, I was stuck on the blank page”, says Frédéric. The ‘beast’ in the cage will start roaring at his wife and daughter, who encourage him to keep his hands busy sewing, which he loves. But it is not enough for him, so the memories of his childhood and his solidarity actions make him consider returning to modeling.

HIS NEW CHALLENGE, BUILD WOODEN MODEL SHIPS

“Build models with modeling instead of destroying as Parkinson’s does”, emphasizes Frédéric. That is their motto. Parkinson’s and modeling necessarily go hand in hand in his current life, but the passion for model building becomes his particular fight and his leisure against this serious disease. Our friend remembers that building “model ships, planes and cars was a true passion forty years ago”.

Of course, doubts about his ability to develop this hobby plague him: “Will I still be able to model, glue or paint such small parts?, he wonders. To which he answers that it will be his new challenge and that, to “complicate it even more”, he will assemble a wooden model ship. Because, for Frédéric and quite rightly, “if it were made of plastic everything is molded and formed, but with a wooden one you have to cut, mold, take time… Anything that is not compatible with Parkinson’s“.

PARKINSON’S AND MODELING: HEALTH BENEFITS OF ASSEMBLY MODELS

In December 2020, Santa decides to go down his chimney to give him “the magnificent naval modeling kit with the paddle-wheeled steamboat King of the Mississippi“, smiles Frédéric. As if he were a child with a new toy, he decides to quickly ‘inspect’ the contents of the box: “Lots of parts of wood, many small items -too many- and my shaking hand…” , says our friend. For this reason, at first, he leaves aside its assembly. It has to be his relatives who encourage him to start building the model and Fréderic sets up his ‘mini workshop’ at his office, as he describes it.

Since we already know that Frédéric is the McGyver of our time, of course, he doesn’t want to assemble the model “foolishly” following the plans for it. No, for what! :). So take the path of building a unique model, according to his taste. He begins in January 2020 and ends in May of the same year, barely 5 months later, quite an achievement from our point of view. In his own words, building the model is “an enormous pleasure” for him. He dedicates hours and hours to it, “not out of obligation but out of necessity”, he stresses.

Thanks to the King of the Mississippi, he forgets his hand tremor and the rest of his symptoms. This is due to, as Frédéric says, “the meticulousness and slowness of the tasks that the hobby requires”. Parkinson’s ‘disappears’ and modeling resurfaces after more than four decades buried. What’s more, these modeling demands act on Frédéric as “relaxing for the spirit”, exclaims our friend, who also asserts that, in this way, he recovers “harmony between body and mind”. What conclusion do you reach? That modeling is fully compatible with Parkinson’s.

PARKINSON’S PATIENTS MODELING ASSOCIATION NEEDS A PLACE WITH CEILING

Since he can’t sit still, he creates a modeling association for people with Parkinson’s, including its statutes and internal regulations. He calls it ‘Les Mains Agiles – Club de Modélisme’. Its main objective, very interesting: to share and teach other enthusiasts who suffer from this disease the love for the construction of static models. Frédéric even got to meet with the president of the Vendée France Parkinson’s Committee, Michel Parsy, who approved his initiative.

However, then a setback arises. Frédéric tells him about his difficulties in finding a place and opening a bank account as he is not a professional. Resigned at that moment, he warns us of what we already know: “For a bank and its owner, being disabled, no longer working and having weakened personal income do not give credibility to a president and his association”, he states emphatically.

With Parsy’s encouragement, Frédéric writes an article to present his project to society on social media and on the Inter’Park85 newsletter that belongs to France Parkinson Foundation. On the one hand, he needs a room or premises -a space with a ceiling and walls, in short- of at least 30 square meters. With one or two rooms and access for disabled people. This space must be in the city of La Roche -sur- Yon or its vicinity with a nearby bus service. On the other hand, obviously, he needs elements to equip it with basic materials and tools. Frédéric has ready a list of it.

In February 2022, due to the hieraticism caused by the Covid pandemic period, Fréderic had to dissolve the old association to create a new one under the name of ‘Une Main Vers l’Horizon – Modélisme’. Since then, he has been trying to give life to no avail.

HOW TO CONTACT FRÉDÉRIC LAVOINE?

Modelers Friends around the world and Artesanía Latina friends, let’s help Frédéric to fulfill his dream! No disease can against modeling lovers. In addition, this hobby has beneficial effects on the health of patients. So that the modelers can help him, he have given us an email in which you can ask what he needs that suits each one’s budget. Little by little or if there is a modeler friend with high purchasing power among us… The association for modeling with Parkinson’s must be a reality!

We kindly indicate Frédéric Lavoine email address: [email protected]