Model Ships

Building model ships is all about the history and the experience involved. Piecing these ships together should be an adventure of discovery as you delve into old maritime history and replicate important pieces of the past!

Centuries ago those that wished to build new vessels had to present the plans, along with fully detailed and scaled replicas in the form of model ships, to the admiralty. These model ships would be used to approve or deny these plans for the building to begin. Many model ships from all these years ago are still in existence and are kept in pristine condition in maritime museums and the like. The art of building ship models has continued through the years as hobbyists and enthusiasts task themselves at making exact replicas of many a great ship from years gone by. Building these ships takes great effort as each replica needs to be crafted meticulously and exactly to the scale of the original ship. This is definitely not a hobby for those who lose interest easily or like to take the easy way out! Dedication and patience is needed by all model ship builders.

If you are looking to buy ship models online then be sure to double check that the ship you are buying is in fact of “museum quality” as many dealers and builders advertise. A list of requirements for a ship to be classified as “museum quality” has been put together and published by the Smithsonian Institution in conjunction with The Mariners Museum as well as the Mystic Seaport Museum. By checking this list, you can ensure that the ship you are purchasing is well worth its advertised value. Alternatively you can try your hand at building your ship yourself!

If you are looking to buy or even build model ships where the price thereof is determined by the quality of the workmanship and the hours spent, then be sure to contact The Model Shipyard where value for money is guaranteed!