Suggestions for "entry level" kits

[Spaceman Spiff]

I am new in the world of wooden ship building and am looking for suggestions for entry-level kits. I have read where MS's Armed VA Sloop is a good choice - is this correct? I want something that I can cut my teeth on and learn planking, rigging, etc. I have built other types of models for most of my life, but am fascinated by wooden ones and am completely addicted to the U. S. S. Constitution - which, by the way I purchased (MS's version) on sale (couldn't pass up the deal). Rest assured, it will be put away for quite some time until we move into a new house.

 

I have an all-resin kit of my Dad's carrier (LPH-11 U. S. S. New Orleans) that I may do a build log on here, but that sort of thing doesn't seem popular on here. What say, members?

 

Back to my original question - what is a good starter/learner kit to help prepare me for what lies ahead in the Constitution? I prefer American ships, or ships that are in American service, if possible.

 

Thanks in advance!

 

Fair winds and following seas!

[Anja]

Hello Spaceman Spiff,

 

Just have a look here: http://modelshipworldforum.com/resources/plans_and_research/KitSelection.pdf

 

You can also search the site for builds that you like

Just choose a build that is to your liking and has your interest.

And don't forget, we are all here to help and assist you with your build.

 

Good luck,

 

Anja

[RiverRat]

Hey there Spiff,

 

A thread you might want to look at is:

http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/2406-what-is-entry-level-in-the-world-of-wooden-ship-building/

 

It might give some suggestions for you.

 

As far as a resin kit build log, there certainly are some, perhaps not many, but feel free to get one started! All are welcome. Wood, plastic, paper, bone, shells,..........

 

Brian

 

[robboxxx]

I dabble also in resin so I'm interested

 

advice on starter kit; The first and most important thing about kit selection is that you pick a model that you really like. Remember that building a ship model can take a very long time and sometimes it is hard to stay motivated when you run into a problem unless you love the model.