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LEAD TIME
(Updated weekly)


Modern yachts, motorboats (30" or smaller, without lighting): 4 months
Modern yachts, motorboats (larger sizes, without lighting): 4 months
Modern yachts, motorboats (larger sizes, with lighting): 6 months
Classic yachts: 4 months

Sailboats: 4 months
Riverboats: 6 months

Tall ships, over 30" long: 6 months
Tall ships, under 30" long: 6 months (except the HMS Victory which needs the same amount of time as the larger size)
 
Warships (40" long and under): 5 months
Warships (larger sizes): 6 months
Submarines: 3 months
Coast Guard: 4 months

Modern cruise ships: 8 months
Classic ocean liners: 6 months
Commercial vessels (under 40" long container ships, tankers, tugboats...): 4 months
Commercial vessels (larger sizes): 6 months

Remote control (basic functions): 7 months
Remote control (advanced functions): 8 months

Urgent orders: we might be able to work overtime but the cost will be 30%-50% more.

Note that about 20% projects are completed not as scheduled -- could be slower or faster.

We are sorry for the long wait time. A small group of artists can't meet the demand for top quality models. As the queue gets longer, we must regrettably decline some requests. Being in the business of creating fine three dimensional artwork, we appreciate your patience.

Starting in August 2023, all new purchases or commissions of ship models that are to be used for museums are subject to 20% increase in price. This increase is relative to the list price of a similar model. For example, a model priced $5,000 on our web site would be $6,000. We are sorry, as the accumulated inflation in the past few years has forced us to take this action.

To inquire about a new model, please click here to let us know of your preferences: https://www.modelshipmaster.com/custom/Custom_made_model_boats.htm

PAYMENT SCHEDULE for new commissions

1/ If the model is under $3,000, we require a commitment deposit of only $500 to start  The remaining is due when the model is completed.

2/ If the model is $3,000-$5,000, we require a commitment deposit of only $900 to start  The remaining is due when the model is completed.

3/ If the model is over $5,000: 25% of the amount to start. Another 25% after the model is half finished. The remaining 50% is due when the model is all completed.

P
rior to shipping, we take photos of the model for your final review – so you know exactly what your model will look like and allow for any modifications. Please click here to learn about our packing and shipping.