A Word About Model Kits

Except as noted the model kits we sell are considered challenging to extremely advanced in terms of their complexity. They are not for novice modellers or for children. Like the ship which they model, they are many, many parts; several decks, huge amounts of rigging, 36 sails, and more than 40 cannon. These modelS will take time to build; time measured in months not days; years not weeks. Our modellers tell us that it's worth the wait, completing a model is a source of great personal satisfaction. They also tell us that it's as much about the insight they gain into the construction of the ship as in having a finished product that makes them want to go on building model ships. All kits require painting.

USS CONSTITUTION BICENTENNIAL EDITION by BlueJacket Crafters

The preeminent model kit in our line. For those of you who have visited the Museum Store this is the model we display proudly on the floor (graciously loaned to us by designer Laurence Arnot). This kit was redesigned in 1997 to reflect additional research done by Mr. Arnot, who wanted to design a model that reflected the ship as accurately as possible. In addition to a full set of detailed plans the kit includes a 126 page instruction book with numerous historical notes, over 150 photographs and line drawings and copious notes.

Overall model length: 40 inches, Height 8 inches, Scale 1/8" = 1 foot Single basswood hull, 2600 fittings of pewter and brass


USS CONSTITUTION #1018 by BlueJacket (935) $590.00
BLUEJACKET SET OF MODEL PLANS

For those who prefer to work with their own materials but are looking for direction in building a model of the ship the plans and instruction book are available separately. We've sold hundreds of these set plans over the past few years to modellers all over the world who have received them enthusiastically.


Set of Plans/Instruction Book by BlueJacket (166) $60.00
USS Constitution Cross Section 1:93 Scale Model

A great challenge without all the hours of a full-scale ship model kit, plus you get to see the inner workings of this historic ship. It has plenty of detail without many of the complexities of scale ship modeling. Hull sections are pre-formed poplar plywood, ready for planking. Fittings include walnut deadeyes, blocks, gun carriages and barrels; burnished metal cannon and lots of copper and brass hardware. Silk flag, rigging, water casks and hardwood pedestal are all includes. Six sheets of plans and instructions are easy-to-follow. Made in Italy by C. Mamoli. It measures 3" in length and 25 1/2" in height.


USS Constitution Cross Section 1:93 Scale Model (403) $229.99
USS Constitution 1:330 Scale Solid Hull Model

This small kit by C. Mamoli is a great marriage between high quality and still within the skill set of many modelers, a classic intermediate model kit.

A well-detailed, high quality kit thats fun to build. Solid wood hull is pre-carved and perfectly shaped. Fine-grained wooden dowels are provided for the masts and spars, and individual planking strips cover the deck. Authentically scaled fittings include metal parts, cotton rigging and silk-screened flags. One-to-one plans and simple instructions assure a model youll be proud to display. Made in Italy. It measures 11" in length and 7-1/2" in height.


USS Constitution 1:330 Scale Solid Hull Model (406) $69.95
USS Constitution 1:76 Scale Model Ship
The "National Cruise" Constitution is one of the best and most accurate USS Constitution model available. This kit is based on the 1927 Navy drawings, photographs and documentation used during the 1993-97 restoration. It is so complete and highly detailed that shipping weight is an incredible 12 pounds!

Plank-on-bulkhead construction features laser cut wooden parts. High quality basswood planking strips cover the hull and we include self-adhesive copper tape for hull plating. True-to-scale Britannia metal, brass and hardwood fittings and 16 photo-etched brass sheets provide life-like detail. Over 50 cannon, carronade and gun barrels duplicate original armament. Extra touches include laser cut gratings and engraved scrollwork. Four-hundred yards of rigging line in six diameters is also supplied.

Model Shipways kit includes eight sheets of detailed plans and 48 page step-by-step instruction manual by Ben Lankford uncover the secrets of building a museum quality replica. (Display base and pedestals not included.) It measures 48" in length, 32" in height, width is 16"

USS Constitution 1:76 Scale Model by Model Shipways (449) $549.99
USS CONSTITUTION in a Bottle

You'll learn how they get those ships through the necks of those bottles when you construct this USS Constitution-in-a-bottle kit. Some basic tools required. Recommended for ages 12 and up.


USS Constitution in a Bottle Kit (1504) $12.95

 

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