Buying a model ship online can be a frustrating and difficult purchase. Everyone claims that their model ships are the best quality for the best price, and we all know that cannot be true. Without the ability to pick up and examine a model ship in person, finding the right model ship for your needs and wants can be a challenge. However, there are certain questions to ask, that will make your purchase much easier.

The quality of a model ship is the first thing to consider before a purchase. Are you looking for the finest in model ships, or are you looking for a basic replica. Model Ships are available in different quality levels including high, superior and museum quality, to fit every taste and budget. 

 

Whichever quality you are looking for, consider some of the following questions.  How is the model constructed? What materials were used in the construction; is it made of the finest woods, metals, etc? Was the model put together from a kit, or handcrafted by professional artisans? How is the seller presenting the model ship, are there pictures that show the details, and different angles? Is the model historically accurate, to what is being represented? And finally, how will this model arrive to you? Will it be shipped to you in a fashion that will prevent damage? These are all questions that should be answered prior to making the purchase. If you encounter any seller that does not have the answers readily available and more than willing to share them with you, just walk away and finding someone who will.

 

At GoNauticalGifts.com we believe in providing our customers with every bit of information available, to allow them to make an informed decision. Please take note of the following tools we provide;

Most of us are very visual people, and want to see a product before we invest in it. We do the best we can to provide as many high quality photos of our model ships as possible. And, if there is a view or detail you do not see in our existing photos, please contact us! We will do our best to provide you with exactly what you need to make a decision!

Our models are constructed from thousands of intricate pieces made from the finest woods, metals, and fabrics available. Never assembled from a kit, old-world techniques are used by skilled artisans to individually handcraft each ship. Sails and riggings are meticulously tied by hand and painted. You can even request customization of the ship if you have special requests!

Handcrafted Model Ships are authentic replicas. Resources from all over the world are used to ensure the accuracy of the replicas. Painstaking efforts are used to collect plans, pictures, period paintings and documentation and used to replicate every detail. Personal visits to the actual ships are done whenever possible (HMS Victory in Portsmouth England, USS Constitution in Boston, etc).

Professionally packaged in wooden crates, our model ships are guaranteed to arrive in mint condition. If for some reason you are unhappy with the way it arrives, contact us! We will be happy to rectify the situation.

 

At GoNauticalGifts.com we have a large selection of models at a variety of prices, to meet almost any needs. If you have any questions about our selection, or don’t find exactly what you are looking for, give us a call - We are happy to help!