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These models capture the traditional good
looks and charm of famous classic boat types using a blend of quality
materials, simple construction and proven performance. Whether you are a
beginner or an experienced modeler you will find these kits rewarding,
entertaining and fun!
Explore the art and technology responsible
for our global culture with these fully functional boats of the world. These
boats have real sailing capabilities and need not be confined to rain gutter
races. With simple adjustments of sail and fin these small ships will sail
in pool, pond or sea! Great for science, history, art and technology classes
or just plain fun! Only a few simple tools are required to complete your
boat. Hulls may be shaped further with a rasp and sandpaper to study form
and its effects on performance. Boats may be painted with acrylic or oil
based finishes or simply decorated with permanent markers. As long as
there's a breeze and the water is deep enough for them to float, the boats
will sail! For better control and ability to retrieve your model, simply
secure a fishing line or any other strong string.
Models available:
The Pine Wood Sailor Kits
Pine Wood Sailer kits include pre-shaped
solid wood hulls, wooden keel fin, wooden mast and spars, pre-cut sail,
rigging line, rigging tape, sandpaper, and illustrated step by step assembly
and sailing instructions.
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Lugger
The lug sail is believed to be a later development
of the lateen or square sail. Most commonly found in western Europe,
a favorite among the English, Scottish and French. Hull has square
stern with cut away bottom at bow and stern.
L=8" W=3" H=10"
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Spirit Sailboat
The development of the spritsail is credited to
the Dutch. In it's day it was the most commonly used sail in small
boats of northern Europe. Hull has square stern and cut away bottom
aft.
L=8" W=3" H=10"
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The Boat Kits
Highly detailed models of classic
sailboats of the world, they are made of quality materials and
simple construction to last really long!
Have lots of fun building and sailing your boat!
Items Needed to Complete Kits are mainly
* Hammer
* Sandpaper
* Glue
* Craft knife
* Needle
* Paint
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COASTER -16" Two-Masted
Schooner Sailboat Kit
The two-masted schooner was a favorite among
fisherman, traders and yachtsmen alike. Schooners have long enjoyed
a reputation for seaworthiness and speed. Now, you too can
experience the ways of a schooner first hand with Coaster.
With a few household tools and clearly illustrated
step-by-step instructions and plans Coaster can be ready to launch
with a time investment measured in hours not days. And sail? She
can! If you're not able to chase her with a row boat or canoe, tie a
light fishing line around her bowsprit and simply pull her around on
the opposite tack or reel her in at your convenience.
Kit Features
* Individually hand
crafted solid wood hull
* Pre-cut and drilled solid wood parts
* Solid brass ballast keel
* Brass, copper and galvanized fasteners
* Britannia metal ship's wheel
* Brass port holes
* Laser cut mast fittings, gaff and boom jaws
* Cotton rigging line
* Pre-cut and slotted wood spars
* Adjustable rudder
* Poly sail material
* Basswood bulwarks, rub rails and cabin details
* Wood display stand
* Easy to follow illustrated instructions and plans
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CRICKET-11" Sailboat
Capture the traditional charm and simplicity of a
free sailing pond model with Cricket. This 11" sloop with
adjustable mainsail, jib and rudder can sail a straight course or
perform jibing and tacking maneuvers with ease. Easy to follow
illustrated instructions and plans invite the modeler into the
rewarding experience of wooden boat modeling and sailing. Simple no
glue construction and innovative cut-and-tape sails keep assembly
time short and make this kit the right choice for beginners.
Pre-shaped solid wood hull includes cock pit and pre-drilled holes
for mast, bow sprit and post. Keel and rudder parts are also pre-cut
and drilled. Pre-cut and slotted spars make rigging a breeze. The
solid brass ballast keel eliminates the use of lead and gives this
little ship the stability needed to go to sea.
Kit Features
* Individually hand
crafted solid wood hull
* Pre-cut and drilled solid wood parts
* Solid brass ballast keel
* Brass and galvanized fastenings
* Copper rudder pins
* Cotton rigging line
* Poly sail material
* Pre-cut and slotted wood spars
* Adjustable rudder
* Wood display stand
* Easy to follow illustrated instructions and plans
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Skipjack-12" Sailboat
The Skipjacks of the Chesapeake Bay comprise the
last remaining fleet of working sailboats in North America. Used
primarily for oyster dredging in winter months their powerful and
efficient design has remained unchanged for over one hundred years!
Seaworthy Small Ships' semi-scale model accurately depicts Skipjack
details including the distinctive cutwater, trail boards, strongly
raked leg of mutton rig and tiny push boat hanging in stern davits.
Like her full size counterpart this model unmistakably reflects her
Chesapeake heritage.
From the fastening of the keel to decorating the
trail boards, clearly illustrated step-by-step instructions and
plans guide you through launching and first successful sail. Easy to
adjust sails and rudder insure successful voyages whether sailing
free across a pond or on a light fishing line from shore.
Kit Features
* Individually hand
crafted solid wood hull
* Pre-cut and drilled solid wood parts
* Solid brass ballast keel
* Brass, copper and galvanized fasteners
* Britannia metal ship's wheel
* Brass port holes
* Cotton rigging line
* Pre-cut and slotted wood spars
* Adjustable rudder
* Poly sail material
* Laser cut boom jaws
* Basswood bulwarks, rub rails and cabin details
* Wood display stand
* Easy to follow illustrated instructions and plans
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TOAD-8" Rubber
Powered Tugboat
Rugged, powerful, workhorse of the sea describes
the qualities of the tugboat. This long time favorite of enthusiasts
all over the world is now available for all to enjoy. Seaworthy
Small Ships proudly announces the addition of Toad to its fleet of
semi-scale free sailing pond models. This little tug captures the
character, charm and performance of the real thing in a rugged, easy
to assemble kit of pre-cut and drilled solid wood parts and brass,
copper and stainless steel hardware. The high efficiency prop and
powerful contest rubber strip motor give Toad the ability to tow
other vessels more than twice its size with ease! For the ultimate
in tugboat fun, secure a line between two of these miniature
monsters for a real "Tug-of-War!"
Kit Features
* Individually
hand-crafted solid wood hull
* Pre-cut and drilled solid wood parts
* Brass and galvanized fasteners
* Copper rudder pins
* Adjustable rudder
* High efficiency plastic prop
* Contest rubber strip
* Brass port holes
* Stainless steel prop shaft
* Wood display stand
* Easy to follow illustrated instructions and plans
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NEON TETRA-12"
Rubber Powered Submarine
The performance of the Neon Tetra is so realistic
that "A-OO-GA! A-OO-GA! Dive! Dive! Dive! is certain to be
heard from onlookers when launching this little gem. The Neon Tetra
is 12 inches of REAL submarine, not a delicate, untouchable, static
display model. Generous diving planes, adjustable rudder and a high
efficiency prop combine with the power of a contest rubber strip
motor to ensure long, deep, silent runs. Easy to follow, generously
illustrated instructions charm the experienced and invite the
beginner. With no glue construction methods, a small hammer, pliers
and a little sandpaper, assembly time is measured in minutes not
hours. Apply red and white paint as illustrated or design your own
paint scheme and you're ready for action. Kit materials are of the
highest quality obtainable. Solid brass is used for ballast and
eliminates the use of lead for this purpose.
The Neon Tetra's classic combination of quality,
simplicity, performance and fun are bound to make it a part of every
modeler's collection.
Kit
Features
* Individually hand crafted solid wood hull
* Pre-cut and drilled solid wood parts
* Brass fasteners
* Copper rudder pins
* Solid brass ballast keel
* Adjustable rudder
* High efficiency plastic prop
* Contest rubber strip
* Stainless steel prop shaft
* Brass port holes
* Easy to follow illustrated instructions and plans
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