Gerald Wingrove is a 'Master Craftsman' who has achieved international fame as a model automobile maker and as an author on the subject. In The Complete Car Modeller 1 he discusses many of the techniques and potential pitfalls of the advancing modeler's skill.
In this follow-up to the successful Complete Car Modeler 1, Gerald Wingrove takes the aspiring modeler to the next level by describing in detail the process and skills involved in the construction of his world-famous 1/15 scale models. His example subject throughout the book is the fabulous Weinberger Bugatti Royale. Thus the re-creation of the Royale, including all engine and chassis detail, is revealed step-by-step. The book includes full plans for the Bugatti Royale, not previously published.
The Works of Gerald and Phyllis Wingrove-Model Engineers
Possibly the best-known automotive model engineer in the world, Gerald Wingrove produces breath-takingly detailed miniatures that are to be found in the foremost collections. Here he presents a showcase of the models he has constructed in 1/15 scale, a size that allows chassis, engine and body detail to be reproduced with perfect accuracy.
Book by Gerald A. Wingrove