1/12 Scale Model Trojan Runabout Wooden Boat
Craftsman: Robert Rattazzi
Catalog #: 2014.12.1
Contributor: Robert Rattazzi Jr.
This 1/12 scale wooden Trojan runabout with Mercury outboard motor was built by Robert Rattazzi, who modeled it after his own full-size Trojan.
1/12 Scale Twin B Fishing Boat
Craftsman: Ellsworth Orr
Catalog #: 2022.5.1
Donor: Ellsworth Orr
Ellsworth Orr built this 1/12 scale model of the Twin B fishing boat in honor of the vessel’s original owners, Wallace “Bud” Brown and Wilson “Bogie” Bogan.
1/4 Scale 4-Engine Model Offshore Powerboat Racer
Craftsman: Bob Gregory
Catalog #: 2014.32.1
Contributor: David James
Appropriately named, “Ultimate,” this twin-cockpit boat was built as a concept model by Bob Gregory.
1/6 Scale Gar Wood 33-50 Runabout With V-12 Liberty Engine
Craftsman: Louis Chenot
Catalog #: 2024.2.1
Donor: Louis Chenot
After six years of labor, Louis Chenot completed his scratch-built 1/6 scale Gar Wood 33-50 Runabout with V-12 Liberty marinized aircraft engine.
1/96 Scale USS United States Man-o-War
Craftsman: Francis J. Tepedino
Catalog #: 2014.20.1
Donor: Francis J. Tepedino
This fully rigged 1/96 scale model of the USS United States Man-o-War includes deck and rigging figures.
1799 American Frigate USS Essex
Craftsman: Norman Wuyjens
Catalog #: 2017.3.1
Donor: Norman Wuyjens
This scale model of the 1799 American Frigate, USS Essex was built by Norman Wuytens. The solid wood hull model was built from a Midwest Models kit.
1958 Miss Bardahl Unlimited Hydroplane Racing Boat
Craftsman: Ellsworth Orr
Catalog #: 2019.31.1
Donor: Ellsworth Orr
A scratch-built model of the 1958 Miss Bardahl U-40 hydroplane racing boat. The Miss Bardahl U-40 raced for two seasons, 1958 & 1959.
1960 Cruiser (Designed 1939)
Craftsman: William Tompkins
Catalog #: 2014.6.16
Contributor: William Tompkins
This model ship was designed by Bill Tompkins in 1939, but never actually built at full size. He named it, “1960 Cruiser.”
American Scout Cargo Ship Model
Craftsman: Unknown
Catalog #: 2013.11.1
Donor: Joe Martin
The American Scout is a C2 type cargo ship that was built from a 1950s Sterling Models kit by an unknown builder.
Boat in a Bulb
Craftsman: Howard Griffus
Catalog #: 2017.29.1
Donor: Howard Griffus
Howard Griffus, a retired shipwright from San Diego, wanted to see if he could put a tiny boat in an old automotive lightbulb.
Caltex Lumba-Lumba Boat Model
Craftsman: Ellsworth Orr
Catalog #: 2021.16.2
Contributor: Ellsworth Orr
Ellsworth Orr built this scale model of the Caltex Lumba-Lumba boat.
Charles W. Morgan (27-Inch)
Craftsman: Bob Learman
Catalog #: 2019.29.1
Donor: Kim Learman
Bob Learman built a 27-inch kit model of the Charles W. Morgan and then doubled the size of the plans for a larger 51-inch scratch-built model.
Charles W. Morgan (51-Inch)
Craftsman: Bob Learman
Catalog #: 2019.30.1
Donor: Deborah Pinkerton
Bob Learman built a 27-inch kit model of the Charles W. Morgan and then doubled the size of the plans for a large 51-inch scratch-built model.
Chippewa Model Steam Launch
Craftsman: Gordon Wiles
Catalog #: 2016.45.1
Donor: Gordon Wiles
This Chippewa model steam launch is powered by a Stuart 10V 2-cylinder steam engine fed with steam from its own boiler.
Chris-Craft Cobra R/C Model Boat
Craftsman: Daniel "Buzz" Brunkow
Catalog #: 2013.48.8
Contributor: Daniel "Buzz" Brunkow
This is an extremely well-built model of the unusual Chris-Craft Cobra speedboat built in the 1950s.
Fire Bomb Radio-Controlled Hydroplane
Craftsman: John Storoz
Knapp Collection #: 489
Catalog #: 2016.44.4
Contributor: Paul Knapp
This hydroplane was modeled after the 1950s style Gold Cup speed boats, and was completely hand crafted by Mr. Storoz.
Four Handmade Ships in Bottles
Craftsman: Robert “Bob” Johnson
Catalog #: 2019.27.1
Donor: Tam Johnson
Robert “Bob” Johnson (1931–2011) handmade these four ships in bottles, which were built between 1955-2002.
Half Model Providence River Workboat
Craftsman: Luke Boulware
Catalog #: 2022.2.1
Donor: Brian Burcombe
This Providence River Workboat was actually built as a half model mounted to a piece of polished aluminum.
HMS Bellona Scale Model
Craftsman: James Hastings
Catalog #: 2021.10.1
Donor: James Hastings
This scratch-built scale model HMS Bellona is a 74-gun ship on the line. The ship is historically accurate and complete down to the very smallest details.
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