I finally received my Trumpeter 1/200 Bismarck! I am amazed at the detail, but I am looking for a reference book that I can use to do it justice. Any suggestions? I have been building models since I was a wee lad, but this seems like quite a challenge. In fact my wife says I can't complete this task in a year. I hope to prove her wrong.

Hello Scott,
You want to consider this publication:

http://modelshipwrights.kitmaker.net/forums/227818

Cheers,
Joe

Hi Scott,

I would recommend one of those. The anatomy series giving good drawings and a thorough understanding of the design and layout, including a brief history and some nice pictures; it's all 2D and it's helpful if you have seen a technical drawing before:

http://www.conwaypublishing.com/?page_id=4231

Koop/Schmolke giving a good reference, many pictures and thorough explanations about propulsion, armor, weapons, along with several drawings. It's no 'stunning read' but lot's of solid information:

http://www.bookdepository.com/Battleships-Bismarck-Class-Gerhard-Koop/9781848321977

Jan

Thanks for the information. I have ordered all of these books. I sure hope I can make something of this kit