We are a low-key club of about 50 members, based in the greater Boston, Massachusetts area. We meet monthly, usually pond-side, when the weather allows it. Our meetings are rather informal, with little time spent on business, and lots of time talking about RC boats. Our members are a creative bunch, and there is usually an interesting array of models at our gatherings.

Offers quality handmade models of ships, boats, sail boats, yachts, viking ships, submarines, cruisers, aircraft carriers and more at reasonable prices.

Craftsmen Sharing Their Techniques. The Maritime Ship Modelers’ Guild was founded in 1984, shortly after the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic moved into the building on Lower Water Street in Halifax, where it is still housed today. The Guild membership numbers have increased steadily over the years and for many of the years of operation, we have averaged approximately 70 or more Dues paying Members on the rolls, up to the present time. The Maritime Ship Modelers’ Guild meets the first Wednesday of every month, September through June, at that Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Lower Water Street in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

We appreciate your visit to the homepage of the Merrimack Valley Ship Model Club. We are an enthusiastic and friendly group of model ship makers who share a particular interest in the naval history of Newburyport, and the Merrimack River Valley area. If you are a model ship builder of any skill level - or simply someone interested in exploring if this hobby might be right for you - you've come to the right place. Newburyport, Massachusetts

Even if you have never built or sailed a model boat before .... You'll be amazed how much fun this hobby can be. Whether you're novice or experienced modeller there's something for you at Metro Marine. Why Not check us Out! Metro Marine Modellers offers you the opportunity to meet other modellers who are always eager to help you in this challenging and fascinating hobby. You'll also share in many group activities that are enjoyed by active boat builders and radio control sailors. Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Discover low prices and top customer service when you buy your small tools and hobby tools at Micro-Mark. We carry a full selection of miniature tools and micro tools for all of your hobby, professional, and educational model building needs. Today, Micro-Mark provides unique machinery, tools and supplies for makers of all kinds. Our new product line of specialized tools has grown to include numerous 3D Printers and the widest variety of 3D Filaments, in addition to multipurpose CNC machines, laser cutters and more. With the constant development of new products, we are proud to offer a full line of miniature tools under the name Micro-Make™ Power Tools. Berkeley Heights, New Jersey

The Midwest Model Shipwrights was formed in 1982 by individuals who had a common interest in model ship building and maritime history. Goals of the club are to discuss and share modeling ideas and concepts while making new friends. Our members today represent all age groups with abilities varying from novice to expert. Vessels built by the Shipwrights represent a variety of types and eras. Sizes range from miniatures a few inches in length to radio control warships over five feet long, and from basic to amazingly complex. Our membership includes beginning through advanced modelers, some of whose works can be found in museums, galleries and private collections. Winnetka, Illinois

Active modeling forum from the United Kingdom

The Model Dockyard has been successfully catering to the needs of the scale ship modeller since 1987. We were the first UK mail order only business in the UK solely specialising in Scale Model ships and related items and thinking about it, we probably still are. Because of this specialisation, you won't find our shelves cluttered up with model aircraft, railways, toys or cars. Redruth, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

Helping preserve the art of model ship building. Articles, online journal magazine, forum, resources, and more.

Welcome to the world where your dreams of owning a beautiful, accurate ship model of the great vessels can be finally realized. Our mission is a simple: Do whatever it takes to create living memories of wonderful model ships, boats, and yachts. When exploring our Web site, you’ll see true nautical art pieces, not something mass-produced nor being carved out of a solid piece of wood in Asian sweatshops. You'll also see that only artisans who love to build model ships more than making money could possibly bring these extraordinary masterpieces into existence. Model Ship Master is a small American company located in Southern California

Developed with the talent and dedication of model ship builders like you, this website is designed to be the first port of call for the model shipwright. The Nautical Research Guild's MSW has become the primary online community for modelers to communicate with other model shipwrights. Join our forum of almost 30,000 members worldwide. Learn new techniques, visit our ship model gallery. Browse hundreds of build logs by our members who are documenting their scratch or kit-built model projects. Download articles and tutorials to help you improve your skills as a builder; or if you are an experienced shipwright, share your knowledge to help mentor others.

Model Shipwrights of Niagara is a ship building club for like-minded people of any skill level; from novice to professional. We are located in the Niagara area (the Golden Horseshoe) and beyond, of Ontario, Canada. While our emphasis is on display models, including kits and scratch built, members also have interests in building in paper, wood and plastic. There is no age limit and there are no membership dues. New members are welcome. Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

The Model Yacht Company specializes in buying, selling and restoring vintage model pond yachts and model sailing yachts. We offer a selection of restored, original and unrestored model yachts and steam boats. We also sell marine art, maratime antiques, yachting photographs, and broker the sale of good quality models boats on behalf of owners. We undertake selective restorations of model yachts for clients. Shaftesbury, Dorset, England, UK

The World's Premier Ship Modeling Website, featuring reviews, model ship galleries, references, Ship Model Forum and more.

The Nautical Research Guild is an international organization of ship modelers, maritime artists, nautical archeologists and historians who are dedicated to enhancing the art and experience of ship modeling. Westmont, Illinois

Ship Modeling Forum from the Nautical Research Guild

The Pelikan Model Club meets the third Monday of each month at the BayCare Outpatient Center in St. Petersburg, Florida. After holding a short session discussing club business there is a 'show & tell' where members talk about models or modeling related items they've brought in to share with the rest of the club's members. Visitors are always welcome! Clearwater, Florida

The Philadelphia Ship Model Society was founded in 1931, making it one of the oldest continuously active ship model clubs in the United States. We are devoted to the building of both radio controlled and static ship models; and to the study of Naval and Maritime history. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Handmade Ship Models and Nautical Gifts. Piel Craftsmen brings to you a collection of 14 famous wooden ship models. These are not construction kits which require much time and skill to assemble. Each model is a completely finished, handmade miniature of a famous ship and comes to you fully assembled and ready to display. Our gifts include Scrimshaw Cribbage Boards, Ships in Bottles, Nautical Prints; framed and unframed, Half Hull Models, Chelsea Clocks and Barometers, Puzzels, and other interesting nautical items. Come in and explore! Newburyport, Massachusetts

Handmade one-designs for RC Sailing. Our handmade radio controlled boats sail on the pond or in the harbor, and look great displayed in the home or office. Hulls are hand molded fiberglass, decks and trim of Mahogany, and Teak with hand rubbed varnished finishes. Professionally made dacron sails, spruce masts, chrome hardware, and electronics installed ready for sailing. Ventura, California

Model Ship Kits and Boat Model Kit for all your ship model building needs. Kits from Aeronaut, Amati, Billings, Artesania, Corel and more. Burlington, Vermont and Belfast, Maine

Get High quality model ship kits with complete instruction and all fittings. Kits available from Aeronaut, Amati, Billings, Artesania, Vantex and more. At Premier Ship Models you can find the high quality R C model boats, model ships and yachts online. We have over 12 years of product research on our models ships and are forever updating and improving the design and quality mostly based on positive customer feedback. With our headoffice in North London and agents at various locations around the world, we aim to meet your needs wherever you are in the world.

We supply all type of hand-made handicraft products by our skillful craftsmen. All of our ship models are 100% hand-crafted from wood with planks-on-frame construction method. Some of the models are natural wood finished. However, some of them are lacquered or painted, some of them are combinations of natural wood with lacquered and painted. All models are full assembled, ready for display and not in kit form. Our collection includes classic speedboats, majestic ocean liners, historic tall-ships, famous yachts, container ships, oil/ gas tankers, tug boats, war ships, fishing boats, traditional boats, ferries and popular watercraft of all kinds. We do custom make any of your own boat. Sugar Land, Texas

Model ship building and restoration by Christian Raven. Master Model Shipwright with more than 35 years experience in all ship models including square riggers, steam tugs and vintage ChrisCraft. Internationally recognized, award winning, professionally certified Master Model Builders offering one-of-a-kind custom built models from kit embellished to full scratch builds. Custom models built from two inches to twelve feet long in various levels of detail. Multiple model displays and full dioramas available. Located in the Pacific Northwest of the United States of America, west of Seattle, Washington

This website ​features the complete works of ships in bottles and miniature case models constructed by artists Gabrielle (Heather) Rogers as well as scale models and half hulls by Stefan Auer. Ships in bottles, though full of the tiniest details and careful attention, are a traditional, maritime art form once crafted by the toughest sailors of old. As a passionate builder of ships in bottles, I have developed a huge appreciation for the challenge of constructing these tiny ships. My overall goal, is to always produce what appears to be a miniature version of a ship or vessel captured in a moment in time. My home port is Virginia, USA.

The Sail Classics Collection of model boats is a continuing work. Our focus is American designs and we are proud to offer accurate display models of some of the most famous ship designs of the past century at affordable prices. Our sailboat models are all hand-made with plank-on-bulkhead construction, built by skilled craftsmen. Lakebay, Washington

The San Diego Ship Modelers Guild invites you to explore the storied art and history of ship model building. From kits to scratch-built, plastic to wood, small scale to large, come join us in this fascinating craft. San Diego, California

Our Club was founded in 1898 and we have a lot to share with our fellow boaters. Our club is devoted to the building and sailing of model yachts, both power and sail. Whether you are a builder, sailor, or just plain interested in this interesting and beautiful hobby, all are welcome! San Francisco, California

Our club sails the AMYA sanctioned one-design Soling One Meter R/C model yacht. The club meets three times per week for practice and racing at a pond in The Meadows sub-division next to 2004 Longmeadow Drive and the intersection of 17th Street in Sarasota, Florida

Hand crafted wood strip canoe and kayak model kits ranging from 36" long to 72". Easy to build, for all ages. Basic wood working tools all that is needed. Just like building the full size boat, right on your table or bench. Clear instructions, lots of step by step videos and support. Prices starting at $85! Great gift, hobby or prelude to building the real thing. Fast shipping, world wide.

Scale Reproductions specializes in custom-crafted scale models and prototypes for all major industries including: commercial markets, industrial markets, architectural, maritime, defense, aerospace industries, offshore oil industry, workboats, ship yards, luxury vessels, engineering models, working prototypes, miniatures, mock-ups, trade show displays, heavy equipment, machinery, and much more. Pensacola, Florida

The Scale Ship Modelers Association of North America, Inc., (SSMA) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1988. Our purpose is to promote the hobby of radio control and static ship modeling. We encourage all types of model boating in electric, sail, and steam power as well as the building of plastic and wooden static models. SSMA is comprised of clubs and individuals throughout North America and acts as a clearing house for information concerning the modeling industry.

Whether it is a naval warship, a commercial vessel, an ocean liner, or tall ship, or your own pride and joy- be it a sailboat or powerboat, the SD Model Makers craftsmen can make them all, with incredible attention to detail and workmanship. When we say "Museum Quality" we mean it! San Diego, California

Providing the world's finest handcrafted replicas of ships, boats helicopters, planes, cars, motorbikes and nautical décor in Australia. Bankstown, NSW Australia

Seaworthy Small Ships' wooden model boat kits are more than just toy boats — THEY REALLY SAIL. Building, sailing and collecting these classic model boats is a hobby everyone enjoys. Inspired by years of experience with model boat builders, we have developed a unique fleet of handcrafted, free sailing, wooden model boat kits. Kids, adults and families love our boats. Whether a beginner or experienced modeler, you will find these kits rewarding, entertaining and fun. Building, sailing and collecting these classic model boats is a hobby everyone enjoys. Our models are used by organizations for fund raising, educational activities and "Kids at Risk" programs. Prince Frederick, Maryland

The Ship Model Society of New Jersey is dedicated to the pursuit and enjoyment of ship model building in all its forms. We welcome those who enjoy or would like to learn more about our fascinating hobby. Our membership spans all skill levels, from neophyte to highly accomplished and a wide range of interests, from gadget guru to historical recreator. Our meetings aim to share our collective wisdom and resources, and provide the opportunity to enjoy the company of other modelers. We invite you to attend and join the fun. Roseland, New Jersey

Our Ship Models are some of the finest available anywhere in the world! In order to truly appreciate their beauty you need to see them in person. Each of our model boats and ships are researched thoroughly through old drawings, pictures, plans and whenever possible an actual viewing of the ship or boat to be modeled. The finest woods and components are used; even on our entry level models. Rosewood, Teak, Cedar, Blackwood, Cherry, Mahogany, and many other exotic woods are used for their construction. Marshville, North Carolina

Desks, Work Spaces, Storage and Tool Ideas. This site is designed to support the craft and art of ship modeling by providing the access to resources for the craftsman.

The Ship Modelers Association (SMA) is the largest ship modeling club in California, and one of the largest in the nation. We seek to foster research and interest in our Nautical Heritage by researching and building scale ship models. Fullerton, California

Your online source for ship modeling products, reference materials, and supplies. You can find out more on our message board forum.

We are proud to present our line of fine nautical collector pieces. Ranging from finely detailed ship in bottle models to award and gift pieces that will be cherished and admired for years to come. Many of our products can be personalized with a brass nameplate identifying the significance of the event and its date. Ships in Bottles is the premiere destination for all model ship enthusiasts, featuring one of the largest selections of model kits, accessories and hand-crafted scale ships in the U.S. Madison, Georgia

A club dedicated to model shipbuilding. All types of ships and boats: sailing to steel navy, wood, resin, plastic, kits to scratch built, static to radio control. for all ages - young to retirees, and all skill levels - beginner to expert. Members share their skills, ideas and expertise. Westerville, Ohio

This society builds models to musuem standards and is based near London, England. This society is dedicated to the art and skills of making model ships and other maritime subjects to museum quality standards. We currently have a membership of about eighty active model shipwrights.

If you are looking for a very unique executive or personal gift, a personalized piece of artwork, or want to commission the creation of a family heirloom, you are in the right place. I am an artist and I focus on building architectural replicas, of buildings, and personal boats and yachts, as scale models. Sailboats, yachts and motor yachts can be replicated as full hull display models, and basic or detailed half hull models. These entirely hand-made artistic renditions, make perfect gifts for the sailor or boat owner in the family or yacht club, or the ideal decorating accessory for the home or office. Kearney, Missouri

We are located in Charlotte County Florida and sail at the South County Park in Punta Gorda. We have one of the largest radio-controlled sailing clubs in the country, exceeding 80 members. Obviously, in view of our location, the number of our active members swell during the winter season. Summer finds us still sailing, although we choose a shady side of our pond. We have an excellent venue, not too big, not too small, no weeds, plenty of parking close by and few trees. We sail seven classes of radio controlled model sailboats. The largest class is the Soling 1M. We also sail EC-12, US 12, Micro Magic, Laser, DragonForce 65 and DragonFlite 95. Our pond has two distinct sailing areas so we have little trouble finding pond time. Punta Gorda, Florida

Located in the Tampa Bay area of Florida, the Suncoast Scale Model Boat Club is a organization for those who have radio controlled operational scale model boats. We welcome all experienced in this hobby as well as those new and in need of help getting started in scale model boat building. Located in the Tampa Bay area of Florida.

The Tampa Bay Ship Model Society brings together model ship builders, both newcomers and veteran builders, for the mutual benefit of expanding their knowledge of ships, research, techniques, and further develop their abilities in all areas relevant to ship model building and maritime history. Members model in all materials; wood, metal, paper and polymers, from plans only, or commercial kits, vessels from every era and purpose; Exploration, Steel Navy, Submarines, Yachts, Tugs, Commercial, Fishing, Liners, Working Small Craft, Coast Guard, River/Paddle Wheel, Racing Power and Sail. St. Petersburg, Florida

The world's largest supplier of model boat plans. Bergen, New York

Model boating information: clubs, museums, shops, glossary and links. This is the home of model making, a place to share model making techniques, ideas and models themselves. Sometimes this expands into the science and engineering world, as an expansion to explain some of the background.