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Our ship models have been purchased and/or featured by:
Actor Nicolas Cage, Singer Barbra Streisand, Academy winner
Richard King, St. George Museum in Denmark, Transportation Museum in Deutschland, New York Police Department, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, Radisson Hotel, CTV Television, Inc., Wingnut Films, Intel Corporation, Royal Van Lent Shipyard, Mc. Arthur Shrine, Merritt Productions, Precedent Magazine, Navy Operational Support Center in Portland, OR, Gaylord Entertainment, Inc, The Egyptian Operating Company, AEREON Marine, Inc, The Company Men Productions....

Model Ship Master pursues only one simple goal: to make finest wooden boat models.  As a direct result of our focus, many of our boat models are equal to and, in many cases, exceed the standards of models found in many museums today.  The level of accuracy in each of our model boat is achieved through painstaking scholarly research. It is this detail that distinguishes our boat models from other sellers. 

Another important feature that differentiate our model ships from other vendor is the kind of materials we use.  Specialized in high-end ship models, we employ expensive wood types such as ebony, teak, and mahogany.  Inferior materials such as compressed paper that is widely used in East Asian model shops are never used here. 

Our boat  models are built exclusive in-house.  They are crafted meticulously one by one by master craftsmen.   Since early 2008, we have reached our full capacity.  Sold-out ship models are placed on a construction list that has lower priority than that of custom models.  They might wait up to six months to reach the construction table.  Some will never make the list due to craftsmen's retirements.   Ones that get built again will almost certainly cost more due to talent scarcity as well as overwhelming demands.   If you find something you like, we urge you to secure it fast.   And do not try to save a couple hundred dollars for a much inferior model that will stay with you for a very long time.  

In 2009, inspired by many suggestions from nautical museums and the ship model enthusiasts, Model Ship Master starts working with a museum exhibition specialist to build several large nautical museums in the US and Europe.   These museums will contain same-scaled models of all significant ships.  They will be the most systematic and educational a nautical museum can ever offer.  If you want to become a part of this historic endeavor, please email us. 

If you are a nautical retailer or a specialty gift shop, please note that we supply our boat models to only physical locations (non-internet.)  Sweat shops in the Far East: do not waste your time contacting us as your toy-like products just never fit our quality standard. 

 


HMS Victory
 tall ship model
"
I am absolutely delighted with the model in every way.  It really does meet all the promises made of it and is undoubtedly the best value premium model of the “Victory” available anywhere on the Net.   If I can be of any assistance in supporting your company or testifying to the quality of both your service and the models, please let me know?  I will be pleased to do so. Paul Nendick."
 

HMS Victory ship model
 
 
USS Constitution tall ship model

"Your USS Constitution  ship model appears  scaled as she was originally designed- her port and starboard spar deck midships is open. Her bulwarks were not added until 1814 -- Good Job! got you on my favorite vendors list.  I'm very impressed with her 39 sails!!!.  Captain Fred Ladd. "
USS Constitution ship model
 
HMS Surprise tall ship
"Just to let you know that I received my model HMS Surprise yesterday, Tuesday 2nd October - just six days from California to Wales, brilliant !
I am absolutely delighted - it is beautifully built, detailed and rigged, a real credit to the builder. Neil Myles."

 
 


Nautilus submarine model

"
Picked up Nautilus couple of days ago and unpacked it in the parking lot. The sub looks great! Well worth every dollar and the xtra cost regarding the handmade details that shows well.  This model makes an excellent addition to my Nautilus collection.  Packaging was excellent. Thanks again, Alan Terry."
 

 


Blackbeard's Queen Anne's Revenge pirate ship model

"Everyone
here at Capstone Press would like to thank you for the use of your pirate ship model.  A copy of Pirate Ship: Sailing the High Seas will be sent to you when the books arrive in our warehouse...Capstone Press."

 
Greek Trireme
model ship
"I have had a lot of compliments on the trireme.  Please thank all those involved in its construction and assembly.  Not an easy ship to make.   And the execution is perfect.   Again, thanks!  Judge Peter Caras, Peoria, Illinois."
 

 
 
Viking boat model

"I wanted to let you know how much I like the Viking Ship Model I bought from you.  It is an absolute work of art!  I have seen the very best ship models that exist: the Smithsonian, Mystic Sea Port, San Diego, Los Angels and San Francisco Maritime Museums – and this one ranks right in there with them. Thank you!  - Jim Gasper."
 

 
 
Normandie ship model

"Received my model of the Normandie well on schedule as you complied. The model was received in very good condition due to the way it was packed. The model is an excellent copy of the ship itself. I have checked other makers on the internet and could only find one that met your standards, but at a very much higher cost. I am extremely satisfied with my purchase and my dealings with your company. John Earl Coleman."
 


 
 
USS Oregon ship model
"Thanks again for this beautiful Spanish-American war ship model. I love it, and I will put it in a place of honor in my home. Take care! -Alex." 
USS Maine ship model
 
 
San Carlos ship model
"We are extremely pleased with the ship models; they are absolutely gorgeous and beautiful.  You have some very talented artisans working with you.  I am going to send some information about the WWII Japanese Destroyer IJN NENOHI.  This will go into an exhibit with the submarine the USS Triton sub your team is building now.  Wings Over Alaska."
 

 
 
Guatemala model ship
"Dear Frank: "Guatemala" finally arrived at home port.  Very nice, good attention to detail.  Satisfied with the model.  I will send you a photo of the
final port of this ship when I get the display finished and installed in
the museum. Viktor."

 

 
 
Canopic ocean liner model
"Model Ship Masters, I received by commissioned model of the White Star Liner - SS Canopic this morning.  I have not completely unpacked it yet but from what I see so far it is absolutely spectacular.  I am very please and impressed with the accuracy, attention to detail, superior packing, etc.  Please give my compliments to the builder or builders of this fine model - the only known model the SS Canopic in the world.  I will not hesitate to have Model Ship Masters build my next custom model! Sincerely, Jason J. Diogo, M.D."

 

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Recent Achievements


-  In Jan. 2009, Model Ship Master supplied 8 gigantic models to the world-renowned designer Schussler Creative , Inc to decorate a massive restaurant in Orlando. Schussler Creative later purchased 5 more models for its headquarter. 
- In October, 2008, Model Ship Master servers two more prestigious clients: South Carolina's Revolutionary War Museum and Quebec's Musée Laurier.
 
- As of Oct., 2008, Model Ship Master successfully delivered four models to the  Maritime Museum of San Diego.   Three more are being built for the museum's permanent exhibit on the Star of India tall ship. 
-  In July 2008, the Civil War Museum in Texas contacted Model Ship Master to purchase 2 models.  The museum commissioned 4  more in August.
- In June,  Model Ship Master successfully delivered 2 custom models to the Wings Over Alaska Museum.   Six more will be built. 
- In 01/2008, Model Ship Master added  another high-profile customer: Hollywood celebrity Colin Callender.

  - YM Oceanicculture and Art Museum commissioned  7th models in Sept 2007 and purchased three more in April 2008.
  - The nation's premier exhibit service supplier
Czarnowski purchased 8th model from Model Ship Master  in Jan 2008.
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Praendex Pacific's president purchased in person 4 museum-grade classic boat models from MSM in July 2007.