Best Model Shipways in 2026

Laser cut wood parts, brass, wood, cast metal cannon and ship's fittings

Laser cut basswood parts facilitate plank-on-bulkhead construction

True-to-scale Britannia metal, brass and hardwood fittings

Six sheets of detailed plans and 40 page step-by-step instructions

The schooner Bluenose was built in Nova Scotia in 1921 to fish the rough waters off the coast of Newfoundland. A salt banker type, she stayed out until her holds were full, using salt to preserve the catch. Bluenose was lost on a reef near Haiti in 1946, but an exact replica was launched in 1963.

Model Expo, serving hobby enthusiasts with precision models since 1976. Model Shipways' kit is the most authentic representation of any Bluenose available. And now, thanks to newly drawn plans and revised instruction book by Ben Lankford, it's ever more accurate and easier to build!

Plank-on-bulkhead construction uses laser cut basswood parts for a perfect fit. Flexible basswood strips are supplied for planking the hull. Fittings are true to the originals, and include wooden blocks and deadeyes, Brass ring and eyebolts, plus Britannia metal bilge pump, fife rail and anchors.

historically accurate and perfectly scaled replica almost three feet long.

laser-cut basswood and limewood parts make up the hull, superstructure, paddlewheel, gangplank and railings.

A photo-etched brass sheet provides incredible ornamental detail.

Plank-on-bulkhead construction uses high quality basswood, the preferred wood of professional modelers.

All structural hull parts and major fittings are laser cut, so they fit together with remarkable ease.

Contains over 60 cut or shaped wooden parts, plus 120 extra wood strips for a second layer of planking, should you wish to build your model with a double planked hull.

Finely detailed parts include: 18 tenders, 2 Arado 196 seaplanes, 2 detailed derricks with booms

Other features of the model kit include moving gun turrets and barrels

Includes waterslide decals

Model kit contain 501 pieces

Model kits are designed for children aged 10 years and upwards

After built it measures 43. 9 cm in length

3D model made of metal

No glue required

Detailed models

No glue required for assembly, a hobby nipper is required to remove parts from runners

Colored plastic, little to no paint required to replicate appearance

Product bears official Bluefin Distribution logo ensuring purchaser is receiving authentic licensed item from approved U.S. retailer

Decals included

Kit includes 25 multi-pose U.S. Infantry figures and 3 crew figures

1/35 Scale Landing Craft

Highly accurate static display model.

Kit is 27.1 Inch long

Display stand and name plate included

This is a plastic model kit.

Paint and glue is NOT included.

Contains parts to build one of each model.

Highly accurate static display model.

Scale: 1: 35

Length 259 mm

Bright and colorful double sided cotton signal flag

Hand sewn Double Stitched cloth with hanging rope included Ready for immediate display

Spell your name or favorite phrase or number in classic nautical fashion Great for nautical decorating nautical themed events or kids parties

Overall dimensions: 20" L x 1" W x 14" H

In business since 1959 - Buy with confidence - 100% money back guarantee

We ship daily - $7.95 Shipping to the lower 48 US States - Express and overnight shipping available - Contact Us

Bright and colorful double sided cotton signal flag

Hand sewn Double Stitched cloth with hanging rope included Ready for immediate display

Spell your name or favorite phrase or number in classic nautical fashion Great for nautical decorating nautical themed events or kids parties

Bright and colorful double sided cotton signal flag

Hand sewn Double Stitched cloth with hanging rope included Ready for immediate display

Spell your name or favorite phrase or number in classic nautical fashion Great for nautical decorating nautical themed events or kids parties

Bright and colorful double sided cotton signal flag

Hand sewn Double Stitched cloth with hanging rope included Ready for immediate display

Spell your name or favorite phrase or number in classic nautical fashion Great for nautical decorating nautical themed events or kids parties

Bright and colorful double sided cotton signal flag

Hand sewn Double Stitched cloth with hanging rope included Ready for immediate display

Spell your name or favorite phrase or number in classic nautical fashion Great for nautical decorating nautical themed events or kids parties

Overall dimensions: 20" L x 1" W x 14" H

In business since 1959 - Buy with confidence - 100% money back guarantee

We ship daily - $7.95 Shipping to the lower 48 US States - Express and overnight shipping available - Contact Us

New parts for the wooden deck planking and the beautifully detailed hull with rivets and seams

Detailed conning tower, rudder and propellers, periscope to be installed up or down

Includes Waterslide decals for 3 boats: U 292, U 318, U 998 and U 1004

Bright and colorful double sided cotton signal flag

Hand sewn Double Stitched cloth with hanging rope included Ready for immediate display

Spell your name or favorite phrase or number in classic nautical fashion Great for nautical decorating nautical themed events or kids parties

Airfix is the oldest UK manufacturer of scale model plastic kits and has been producing kits for the mass market since 1952. Airfix produce a wide range of kits aimed at all types of scale modelers with subjects such as; military aircraft, ships, cars, dioramas and military vehicles.

Primary Scheme:

Skill Level: 3. Dimensions of Completed Kit: Length 397mm x Width 53mm.

1/350 scale, 15" hull

Highly detailed, accurate superstructure

Can be built full hull, or waterline option

Kit is 12.9 Inch long

Fully detailed hull, decks, weapons and superstructure

1/350 Scale Warship

Detailed model kit for advanced model builders.

Non-assembled plastic model kit.

Illustraded multilingual assembly instructions include extensive directions.

Revell Plastic Model Ship Kit #85-0302 is skill level 4 and contains 133 parts. Recommended for ages 12 and up.

Complete deck fittings including searchlights, motor launches and whaleboats, rangefinders, ladders, cranes, and tripod masts with observation nests.

Model scale 1:426

Typical pirate ship from the 16-18th centuries, as shown in current pirate films - This model kit is super detailed and fun to build

Details include: Rigging yarn, textured sails, decks with wood finish, two anchors, rowboat, cannons and a swan figurehead

Also includes a decorative display stand

1:142 Scale kit, 61 parts, Skill Level 3, Decals, Paint or Tools or Glue are not included with kit.

Paint suggested: Africa Brown, Granite gray, White, Black, Purple red, Wood Brown.

Tools: sprue cutter, long nose pliers, small files, pin vise & scissors, Side cutters, Tweezers, Modeling knife, Glue, Super Glue

20 inches long Iowa Class Battleship Plastic Model Kit

Made in the USA for Ages 14 and Up.

Molded in Gray and measuring Over 20 inches long when complete