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Easy-to-understand instructions, clean parts, and a friendly build that teaches real wooden boatbuilding skills from start to finish.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e• SUCCESS SERIES IS BACK —\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMidwest’s legendary Success Series kits helped thousands of modelers begin the hobby. We’re proud to re-issue this classic Dinghy so a you can enjoy the same approachable, confidence-building experience.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e• LEARN REAL CRAFTSMANSHIP —\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBuild a beautiful 10-inch wooden dinghy using traditional modeling techniques: shaping, sanding, gluing, painting, and detailing. A fun and rewarding weekend project.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e• \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eFEAR-FREE BUILDING:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWe know mistakes happen. 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The generous size allows for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eexceptional scale detail\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewhile creating a model that becomes the definitive centerpiece of any collection.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTraditional Wooden Ship Modeling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSeguin\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efeatures authentic\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eplank-on-frame construction\u003c\/b\u003e, giving builders the rewarding experience of creating a true wooden hull rather than simply assembling pre-shaped plastic parts.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrecision Laser-Cut Components:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUpgraded laser-cut basswood and walnut parts provide excellent accuracy and fit, significantly reducing prep time while preserving the raw wood craftsmanship that experienced builders appreciate.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReady for RC Conversion:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnlike many display-oriented ship kits, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSeguin\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas designed with ample interior space. The large hull\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eeasily accommodates radio-control equipment\u003c\/b\u003e, batteries, motors, servos, and drive systems.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLive Steam Compatible:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFor enthusiasts who enjoy the ultimate scale boating experience, the spacious hull can comfortably house miniature marine steam plants, making the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSeguin\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ean outstanding candidate for live-steam operation.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthentic Maritime Character:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrom her distinctive pilothouse to her classic tugboat profile, every aspect of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSeguin\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecaptures the rugged appearance of a hardworking, late-19th-century steam tug.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMidwest Products \/ Model Expo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKit Number:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e957\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1:32 (3\/8\" = 1')\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePlank-on-Frame\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e39\" (990 mm)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBeam (Width):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e7¾\" (195 mm)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e23\" (584 mm)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDisplay Model:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRC Conversion Compatible:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePrecision laser-cut basswood parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLaser-cut walnut components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePremium strip wood for hull and deck planking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBrass pieces; Includes Railings, Whistle, Smokestack, Chains, Rail Stanchions, Cotter Pins and Cabin Protective Sheeting.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eComplete Fitting Set includes Hawse Pipe Lips, Chocks, Running Lights, Blocks, Cotton. Resin Propeller and Wire Cordage.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWood Lifeboat, Smokestack \u0026amp; Masts. \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDetailed plans and rigging drawings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStep-by-step illustrated instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e⚠\u003c\/span\u003e️\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSkill Level: Intermediate to Advanced\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSeguin\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a serious wooden ship modeling project designed for builders who enjoy traditional construction techniques. Experience with hull planking, fairing frames, and general wooden model building is recommended. 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Originally designed as rugged, shallow-draft workboats for 19th-century oystermen, the \"Flattie\" is celebrated for its stable design and iconic silhouette.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhether you are a seasoned shipwright looking for a rewarding weekend project or a newcomer ready to build your first plank-on-frame vessel, the Midwest Chesapeake Bay Flattie is engineered to ensure a museum-quality finish every time.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s Included in Your Kit:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePremium Wood: Laser-cut basswood frames, deck, and hull planking; mahogany trim.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eComplete Hardware: All necessary rigging line, blocks (pulleys), and nautical fittings.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull-Scale Plans: Large-format blueprints for easy part identification and alignment.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIllustrated Guide: Midwest’s legendary 42-pages\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/965_P-294_Chesapeake_Bay_Flattie_Instructions._Rev._7.19.23_compressed.pdf?v=1762206616\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003einstruction manual\u003c\/a\u003e. With step-by-step photos and progress checkboxes, it removes the \"intimidation factor\" often found in wooden ship modeling.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel Number: 965\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScale: 1:32\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverall Length: 10-3\/4\" (Hull length approx. 11\")\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeight: 14-1\/4\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeam: 3-1\/2”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDifficulty: Beginner \/ Intermediate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"MODEL EXPO EUROPE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62978663809354,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1053\/4381\/1914\/files\/965-Flattie-Front.webp?v=1791535517"},{"product_id":"the-skiff","title":"The Skiff","description":"\u003cp\u003eSkiffs are small utility boats. A typical skiff is a two-man, flat bottomed rowboat that be easily beached and stored aboard most yachts. This model is designed after a skiff built during the 19th century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eLength: 8-5\/8\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBeam: 3-1\/8\"\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MODEL EXPO EUROPE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62978670100810,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1053\/4381\/1914\/files\/MID967-TheSkiffB_e707388c-a312-46bf-9baa-01dc11840672.webp?v=1791535479"},{"product_id":"sharpie-schooner","title":"Sharpie Schooner","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"itempage-captiontitle\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"itempage-captiontitle\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length: 17\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 12\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeam: 3-3\/4\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale: 1:32\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Intended for the person having some prior building experience building wooden boats. The kit contains parts that require cutting, fitting, shaping and fabricating.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"itempage-captiontitle\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Complete Kit: Features Laser-Cut Basswood and Walnut parts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"itempage-captiontitle\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eComplete fittings set which includes cotton material for sails, rigging cordage, blocks, cleats, cast Brittania anchor, anchor chain and brass wire. No extras to buy!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes Display stand.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"itempage-captiontitle\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMidwest's line of Success Series boat kits are designed and engineered for your satisfaction and success. All of Midwest's Apprentice Series model kits contain Micro-Cut Quality Woods and their exclusive Success Series Construction Manual, an extensive all English, illustrated, step-by-step manual that makes building a pleasure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/968_Instructions._Sharpie_Schooner_2022.pdf?v=1762204538\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDownload Manual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"itempage-captiontitle\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe \"Sharpie Schooner\" is one of the so-called \"Terrapin Schooners\" developed in the late 1800s and used well into the present century for turtle fishing along the Florida and Gulf coasts. In this capacity, these boats were fitted out as Smacks, having livewells fitted on either side of the centerboard trunk. These small Sharpies were 30 to 36 feet in length and were built with cabin accommodations to allow the crew to stay out for extended periods. Many had traditional, flat skiff-like bottoms, but the more seaworthy boats, like this model, had some deadrise (V-shape) in the after end of the hull which improved their handling and sailing qualities. While Sharpies used a wide variety of rigs, large Sharpies had two masts and were rigged as Ketches, Yawls, or, as this model, Schooners. Hence, the name \"Sharpie Schooner\", describing both the hull and the sailing rig of this boat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild a little piece of American history!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMidwest's Apprentice Boats are modeled after the original boats used in the 1800s and early 1900s. When you build these boats, you will learn real boat building techniques with different types of hull construction such as lapstrake and strip planking. The hull of each boat is built on a frame, just like the real thing.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade in the USA.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MODEL EXPO EUROPE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62978680914250,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1053\/4381\/1914\/files\/GI0A9046-Edit_f52299f7-7af9-4461-a36d-c8cfb5d4fae2.webp?v=1791535460"},{"product_id":"chesapeake-bay-skipjack","title":"Chesapeake Bay Skipjack","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"itempage-captiontitle\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"itempage-captiontitle\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length: 21\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 20-1\/2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeam: 4-1\/2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale: 7\/16\" = 1'\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/skipjack_compressed.pdf?v=1762263499\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDownload Manual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe complete kit features: Laser-Cut Basswood and Mahogany parts. Cleanly pre-cut parts including Frames, Keel, Transom, Deck, Cabin, Side Planking and Bottom Planking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete fittings set which includes cotton material for sails, two sizes of rigging cordage, plastic cleats and blocks, Brass wire for mast hoops, deadeyes, chainplates, oarlocks and chain for bobstay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardwood display base included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis kit is intended for the person having some prior building experience building wooden boats. The kit contains parts that require cutting, fitting, shaping and fabricating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMidwest's line of Success Series boat kits are designed and engineered for your satisfaction and success. All of Midwest's Apprentice Series model kits come with an exclusive Success Series Construction Manual, an extensive all English, illustrated, step-by-step manual that makes building a pleasure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"itempage-captiontitle\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe \"Skipjack\" is the last working sailboat to ply the American waters in any significant numbers. Perhaps the best known vessel connected with the Chesapeake Bay, these vessels possessed a highly raked mast and a large amount of sail area, giving them the power necessary to haul the dredging equipment used to collect oysters. Our model represents a 48 foot long vessel known as an \"Oyster Pirate\". Operated by poachers and pursued often by the authorities, they dredged at night on oyster beds reserving by the law for tonging, and were known for their speed. The Skipjack's continued use is decreed by state fishery laws, since they do far less damage to the oyster beds than a fleet of modern power dredges. At the turn of the century, approximately 2000 Skipjack's comprised the oyster fleet. There are now less than 40 remaining in the United States today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild a little piece of American history!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMidwest's Apprentice Boats are modeled after the original boats used in the 1800s and early 1900s. When you build these boats, you will learn real boat building techniques with different types of hull construction such as lapstrake and strip planking. The hull of each boat is built on a frame, just like the real thing.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade in the USA.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MODEL EXPO EUROPE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62978692284746,"sku":null,"price":169.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1053\/4381\/1914\/files\/gi0a9109-enhanced-nr_750b0d7f-e163-40ce-aca8-fe67fa957c8e.webp?v=1791535433"},{"product_id":"san-francisco-bay-scow-schooner","title":"San Francisco Bay Scow Schooner","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cb\u003eSan Francisco Bay Scow Schooner – 1:48 Scale Heritage Kit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrecision Engineering for the Multi-Mast Wood-on-Frame Build\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMidwest #972 Scow Schooner\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis an essential project for the builder looking to move beyond single-mast hulls and into the complex world of schooner rigging and heavy deck detailing. These \"square-toed\" workhorses were the heavy-lifters of 19th-century San Francisco, designed to haul lumber and bricks across the shallow sloughs of the Golden Gate.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThis kit provides the structural foundation and high-detail materials required to create a museum-quality replica, allowing you to focus on the fine-tuning and finishing that defines a high-end display piece.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eKit Features \u0026amp; Contents:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLaser-Cut Precision:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEngineered with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eLaser-Cut Quality Basswood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand precision parts. 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Some parts require cutting and fitting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMidwest's line of Success Series boat kits are designed and engineered for your satisfaction and success. All of Midwest's Apprentice Series model kits contain Micro-Cut Quality Woods and their exclusive Success Series Construction Manual, an extensive all English, illustrated, step-by-step manual that makes building a pleasure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild a little piece of American history . . . with Midwest's Apprentice Series Kits. Midwest's Apprentice Boats are modeled after the original boats used in the 1800s and early 1900s. When you build these boats, you will learn real boat building techniques with different types of hull construction such as lapstrake and strip planking. The hull of each boat is built on a frame, just like the real thing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in the USA.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MODEL EXPO EUROPE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62978840789322,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1053\/4381\/1914\/files\/949-Canadian-Canoe_69797fba-be64-4bd0-a9a2-62ada3463e8f.webp?v=1791535288"},{"product_id":"sakonnet-daysailer","title":"Sakonnet Daysailer","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length: 9-1\/2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 15-9\/32\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeam: 3-1\/8\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohn Alden was among some of America's most talented yacht designers and from the 1900's to 1955, Alden's firm, John G. Alden Naval Architects, supplied the American yachtsman with thousands of excellent boats, ranging from dinghies to large offshore cruising yachts. This model kit has been created by permission from this same firm using the original drawings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sakonnet was originally designed in 1937 for the Sakonnet Yacht Club, located in Little Compton, Rhode Island. It was created for use as a \"one­ design\" racer for the yacht club. The practice of having a specific boat designed for a club to be used in racing was very popular in the 30's. In fact, John Alden owned and raced this design during his illustnous career. There was even some controversy concerning Mr. Alden's personal boat, as he won so many races with it during the 1939 racing season, competitors accused him of running a custom boat To resolve the controversy, he exchanged boats with another club skipper who had been having less than good results and proceeded to win using the other boat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs pretty to look at as she was to sail, the Sakonnet features a heavy displacement hull with a deep keel for additional stability, high freeboard for a dry rtde, modest sail area, and a spacious open cockpit area. This cockpit area is protected by high coarnings and watertight bulkheads fore and aft, providing a very safe daysailer. The modem marconi rig round out the overall look of this classic sailboat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MODEL EXPO EUROPE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62978864808266,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1053\/4381\/1914\/files\/8C7A1616.webp?v=1791535264"},{"product_id":"chesapeake-17-kayak","title":"Chesapeake 17 Kayak","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eModel Expo - brings back the Midwest Model Kits!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe perfect introduction to model ship building. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis ship is a fun and quick build that will leave you with a wonderful sense of accomplishment. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe kit is designed to help you learn the skills needed to build museum-quality model ships.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length: 17\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeam: 2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale: 1:12\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"center itemTitle\"\u003eChesapeake 17 Kayak Kit\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModeled after the real Chesapeake 17 Kayak, produced by Chesapeake Light Craft, one of the largest manufacturers of kayak kits in the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eidwest's line of Success Series boat kits are designed and engineered for your satisfaction and success. 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