Model: Ship

: Typically carved from a single block of wood; best for smaller scales or beginners.

: Achieving a smooth finish involves repeated rounds of sanding and applying wood filler or putty to close gaps between planks. SHIP MODEL

Most kits are categorized by their hull construction method: : Typically carved from a single block of

: The most complex and realistic method, mimicking actual ship construction with individual ribs. SHIP MODEL

: Use instructions as a guide, but identify "predecessor events"—tasks that must be done before a certain area becomes inaccessible.