Description: Model Shipways Ratline Combo - All Three Shroud Building Tools for Various Scales Combo of 3 different Ratliners for various scales: MS7201 - for Scale 1:76-1:90 MS7202 - for Scale 1:64 MS7203 - for Scale 1:35-1:48 What’s a Ratline? It is a nautical term used to describe a rope ladder upon which sailors scampered up to the lower yards to furl or unfurl sails. The Ratline usually stopped at the lowest yard and from there a “Jacob’s Ladder (also made of rope) was used to get to the higher yards and the top of the mast How does the Ratliner work? Not much different than a loom used to weave cloth or rugs … but far more simple. Just follow the step-by-step instructions after selecting the Ratliner that corresponds closest to the scale of the model ship you are Ratliners come in 3 different scale ranges: MS7201 Scales 1:76 to 1:90, MS7202 for scale 1:64, or close to it and MS7203 for scales 1:35 to 1:48. If the scale of the model ship you are building doesn’t fall exactly within those ranges … not to worry. Even being as close as 10-15% will be good. Nothing works as well as our Ratliner to produce accurately scaled ratlines in the shortest possible time. You will never use another method or tool. How is a Ratliner made After testing many different plywoods, acrylics, plastic sheets we discovered that 1/4" thick MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard) was the most stable, easy to laser-cut and durable material available with the added advantage of low cost. You'll find that your Ratliner has hundreds of feet of laser cut slots and holes. So many, that our most powerful laser-cutting machine takes a full 30 minutes to produce but one Ratliner. Appreciate the complexity and utility of this tool. Tools needed: tweezers, scissors and a pick. Who we are We are ModelExpo, hobby specialists who have been serving modelers worldwide since 1976. We manufacture our Model Shipways products - along with our other brands - in Miami, FL. Our Kits Model Shipways has manufactured kits since 1946 and is world-renown for its supreme accurate depictions of historic vessels from the golden age of sail and more, ranging in skill level from beginner to expert. Our kits have been designed by leading naval architects and historical authorities to a fanatical level of detail, enabling the builder to achieve museum-quality replicas. Comprehensive Instructions Fully illustrated instruction manuals and actual size plan sheets will assure you a smooth and successful build. And you can always reach us for advice. Our master modelers will be glad to help. We've got you covered! Lost or damaged parts? No problem! We will replace it with no cost and no questions asked, whenever you need!
Price: 99.99 USD
Location: Miami, Florida
End Time: 2024-11-13T14:21:21.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
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MPN: MS7200CB
Brand: Model Expo Tools
Type: Hobby Kit, Tool, or Paint