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For more than a century, the Alice S. Wentworth plied the waters of New England, her sails filled with the relentless drive of those who commanded her. From her origins as the Lizzie A. Tolles in 1863 to her transformation under Captain Zebulon Tilton—one of the last great coasting captains—this legendary schooner became a living symbol of America’s maritime heritage. In The Coasting Schooner Alice S. Wentworth, master ship modeler Thomas J. Lauria weaves together a captivating tale of the vessel’s storied past, the extraordinary people who shaped her fate, and the meticulous process of recreating her in scale model form. From her early days as a hardworking freight carrier to her final years as a beloved but aging relic, Alice’s story is a testament to the resilience of both ships and sailors. With meticulous research, stunning details, and a deep reverence for maritime history, Lauria brings to life the schooner’s journey, the men who sailed her, and the rich tradition of coastal trade. This book is more than just a historical account—it’s a love letter to a vanished era, a masterclass in model shipbuilding, and an invitation to experience the romance of the sea through the eyes of those who lived it. Perfect for model builders, maritime enthusiasts, and anyone drawn to the untold stories of America’s seafaring past, The Coasting Schooner Alice S. Wentworth is an unforgettable voyage into history. Reserve your copy here: https://seawatchbooks.com/products/the-coasting-schooner-alice-s-wentworh-by-thomas-j-lauria

Chris - thank you for the great review! Glad you liked it. Here's the link to the book on our store: https://seawatchbooks.com/products/dutch-17th-century-ship-models-in-paper Let me know if you have any questions! Mike

Hi! Happy New Year! I'm currently planning out the calendar, but it will likely be later in the year. If you like, you can buy e-book versions now and when we do print the physical book, you'll automatically get one (you'd just need to pay shipping at that time). You can buy the e-books here: https://issuu.com/seawatchbooks

Hi All - Fubbs plans shipped today as did Ab Hoving's latest book: Dutch 17th Century Ship Models in Paper! Thanks for you patience! Mike

Hi Everyone - About the plans - they came in last week but as we were about to ship them we saw there was a snafu from the printer which required us to ship plans back to get recut. I should have an updated date very soon, but I'm hoping we can ship them later next week. Sorry about that (and the lack of transparency - a communication fault on my end). Mike

Hi All - Sorry about this. I found out late last week there was a snafu with the system where a lot of orders didn't get shipped. It's been fixed and the balance of the unshipped orders should have gone out today/tomorrow (11/19). Thanks for your patience and my apologies! Mike

Good question but above my pay grade. Maybe appeal to @Chuck or @chris watton and see if they'd be interested in creating a kit?

Update: there WILL be frame drawings after all!

Actually, digital plans (2 sheets) will be included. Physical plans will be available for purchase separately. Note that this is an advanced project and the individual frame drawings are not included, but can be built using the information provided in the book.

No. It's a Navy Board model.

We're thrilled to announce we are now taking pre-orders for "The Stuart Royal Yacht Fubbs of 1682 - Research and Building a 1:48 Scale Model" by David Antscherl and Effie Moneypenny. This meticulously researched book offers an unprecedented look at reconstructing Charles II's elegant yacht as a 1:48 scale model. Packed with hundreds of photos, step-by-step building details, and insights into 17th century shipbuilding techniques, it's an invaluable resource for modelers of all levels. As a special bonus, all pre-orders will receive a 10% discount! Pre-order now through our online store and save on what promises to be an invaluable addition to your modeling library.

I definitely want to reprint Naiad but that’s further out. I would very much be open to a similar ebook arrangement. Let me look into it!

Thank you! Let me know if you have any problems.

Hi All - We launched the e-books today. I sent out our newsletter with the details, but here they are: Great news for those inquiring about David Antcherl's out-of-print series, The Fully Framed Model HMN Swan Class Sloops (Volumes 1 and 2): While we plan to reprint these books next year, we're excited to offer an immediate solution: e-books! Here's what we're proposing: Purchase the e-book now for instant access. Receive the physical book when reprinted (shipping charges will apply at that time). Benefits of this approach: Immediate access to the content you need No waiting for the reprint Enjoy the convenience of a digital copy, even after receiving the physical book How to access the e-books: Visit our website to find available e-book titles. Click the preview link to purchase through Issuu, our digital publishing platform. Create a free Issuu account to buy and access your e-book. E-books are compatible with any device that can access the Issuu website, offering flexibility in how and where you read. We believe this solution offers the best of both worlds - immediate digital access and the promise of a physical copy. It's our way of ensuring you can continue your projects without delay. If you have any questions or encounter any issues, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to help!

Hi All - I’ve gotten a lot of questions recently about reprinting David Antscherls The Fully Framed Model Swan series. The out of print books will definitely be reprinted. But, while I was hoping it would be later this year it will likely be Q1 next year as there are a few new titles I need to get out. However, I have a good solution: I’m going to make these available for purchase as e-books, which will give you immediate access and when I do reprint them people who bought the e-book will automatically get the printed version (they’ll just need to pay shipping costs at that time). Please comment here if that would interest you. I hope to have the ebooks available this weekend. thanks for your patience! Mike