PAYMENT SCHEDULE (for all new commissions starting February 2024)

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 is due when the model is completed.

LEAD TIME (Updated weekly)

(Note: for projects that are estimated to last 9 months or more, your commitment deposit can be refunded (per your request) within three months of the date of the payment.)

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: 7 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 (container ships, tankers, tugboats...) under 40" long: 4 months
Commercial vessels (larger sizes): 6 months

Remote control (basic functions): 9 months
Remote control (advanced functions): 10 months

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

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

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 public viewing, teaching, tradeshow, or company's display are subject to 50% increase in price. This increase is relative to the list price of a similar model. For example, a model priced $6,000 on our web site would be $9,000. We are sorry, as the accumulated inflation in the past few years has forced us to take this action to help cover higher costs.

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