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The basics of soldering miniatures. Plans for three wire and metal projects that teach varying techniques. (1) Three-legged stand with plant hanger. (2) Planter stand with decorative side panels, planter box and an overhead support for a hanger. (3) Elegant bird cage stand.
DOLLHOUSE MINIATURES May 1998 (v.28#5) pg. 36
Added Info DOLLHOUSE MINIATURES Jul 1998 (v.28#7) pg. 8

Casting miniatures from metal alloys. Instructions on making the pattern, the mold and the three-step casting process.
DOLLHOUSE MINIATURES Oct 1998 (v.28#10) pg. 56

Soldering photo-etched brass details used in model making.
IPMS/USA JOURNAL Jul-Aug 1999 (v.11#5) pg. 31

Technique for making good "Z" bends in music wire control rods is illustrated.
MODEL AVIATION Jan 1992 (v.18#1) pg. 114

Louver punch. Using a drill press and homemade punch/die set to reproduce louvers in the thin aluminum cowl of a scale model aircraft.
MODEL AVIATION Jul 1996 (v.22#7) pg. 75

How to bend music wire for use in landing gear, internal pushrods, cabane struts, etc. How to reinforce bends using copper wire and solder.
MODEL AVIATION Aug 1999 (v.25#8) pg. 116

Soldering techniques for the model railroader. Part 1. Using miniature soldering irons and cored solder.
MODEL RAILWAYS [2] Oct 1992 (v.9#10) pg. 552

Soldering techniques for the model railroader. Part 2. Heat and cleanliness.
MODEL RAILWAYS [2] Nov 1992 (v.9#11) pg. 636

Soldering techniques for the model railroader. Part 3. Alternative tools and materials.
MODEL RAILWAYS [2] Dec 1992 (v.9#12) pg. 718

Soldering techniques for the model railroader. Part 4. Alternative methods for getting solder into a joint.
MODEL RAILWAYS [2] Jan 1993 (v.10#1) pg. 66

Soldering techniques for the model railroader. Part 5. Soldering up an etched brass wagon kit.
MODEL RAILWAYS [2] Feb 1993 (v.10#2) pg. 66

Soldering techniques for the model railroader. Part 6. Soldering whitemetal.
MODEL RAILWAYS [2] Mar 1993 (v.10#3) pg. 60

Soldering techniques for the model railroader. Part 7. Soldering locomotive bodies and correcting mistakes.
MODEL RAILWAYS [2] Apr 1993 (v.10#4) pg. 60

Making multiple reproductions of model parts by casting whitemetal or resin in rubber molds.
MODEL RAILWAYS [2] Sep 1993 (v.10#9) pg. 21

Hot metal. Learn the secrets of soldering landing gear, flying wires, rigging, cabane joints, and other model airplane components.
RADIO CONTROL MODELS & ELECTRONICS Sep 1992 (v.35#9) pg. 50

Tool and jig to punch realistic louvres into thin aluminum sheeting.
RADIO CONTROL MODELS & ELECTRONICS Jul 1993 (v.36#7) pg. 32

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