--- product_id: 538496761 title: "Model Expo MID965 1/32 Chesapeake Bay Flattie Model Kit, Multi-Colour" brand: "model expo" price: "VT49623" currency: VUV in_stock: false reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/538496761-model-expo-mid965-1-32-chesapeake-bay-flattie-model-kit store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 1/32 scale, 27.3 cm length Step-by-step illustrated instructions 121 laser-cut basswood parts Model Expo MID965 1/32 Chesapeake Bay Flattie Model Kit, Multi-Colour **Brand:** model expo **Price:** VT49623 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🛶 Build history, one precise piece at a time! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Model Expo MID965 1/32 Chesapeake Bay Flattie Model Kit, Multi-Colour by model expo - **How much does it cost?** VT49623 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/538496761-model-expo-mid965-1-32-chesapeake-bay-flattie-model-kit) ## Best For - model expo enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted model expo brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Made in the USA Quality:** Proudly crafted with American precision and care - • **Beginner-Friendly Mastery:** No prior experience needed—build confidence with every step - • **Lifetime Piece Replacement:** Lost or damaged parts? We’ve got you covered for life - • **Authentic Historical Design:** Recreate a classic 19th-century Chesapeake Bay Flattie - • **Precision Laser-Cut Craftsmanship:** Highly detailed basswood parts for seamless assembly ## Overview The Model Expo MID965 Chesapeake Bay Flattie is a 1/32 scale wooden ship model kit featuring 121 laser-cut basswood parts. Designed for beginners, it includes fully illustrated step-by-step instructions to guide you through assembling a historically accurate 19th-century cargo and oyster boat. Measuring approximately 27.3 cm long, this USA-made kit offers a lifetime guarantee on parts, making it a perfect blend of craftsmanship, education, and lasting value. ## Description 1/32 Chesapeake Bay Flattie. Wooden kit of a 19th century boat used on the coast of Virginia and North Carolina for cargo and oyster catching. The kit is suitable for beginners. Built approx. 27.3 cm long. Review: Bought this for my 20 year old, who loves crafty things. She never put a model ship together and found this was a great first model ship. It was challenging, taking time and patience but not overly difficult. She asked me to get her another model ship because she enjoyed this one so much. Everything she needed was included in the kit. Review: This was my fourth Midwest kit unfortunately this one I wasn’t a big fan off. The illustrations in the directions where sub pair. Hard to distinguish what’s really going on with the rigging. The boat went together ok. All in all it just a 3 star boat kit. ## Features - PERFECT START: If you want to learn wood model ship building, this is it. No previous knowledge is necessary. Kit is designed to develop your skills and confidence, step by step, to more complex ship models - EASY CONTRUCTION: Historically accurate and Highly Detailed Basswood parts are laser-cut for easy construction - DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS: All our kits come with comprehensive, fully illustrated instructions in English that will guide you through the building process for a smooth and successful experience. - LIFETIME GUARANTEE: In case a piece gets lost or damaged, we will replace for free. - Made in the USA ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0BNC5CQ7F | | Batteries required | No | | Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (9) | | Date First Available | 26 May 2023 | | Included components | Model | | Is assembly required | No | | Item model number | MID965 | | Number of pieces | 121 | | Product Dimensions | 27.94 x 8.89 x 35.56 cm; 490 g | ## Product Details - **Age range (description):** Adult - **Brand:** Model Expo - **Colour:** multicoloured - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 27.9 x 8.9 x 35.6 centimeters - **Theme:** Building ## Images ![Model Expo MID965 1/32 Chesapeake Bay Flattie Model Kit, Multi-Colour - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51opdUnG8oL.jpg) ![Model Expo MID965 1/32 Chesapeake Bay Flattie Model Kit, Multi-Colour - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/611Yo3R+NFL.jpg) ![Model Expo MID965 1/32 Chesapeake Bay Flattie Model Kit, Multi-Colour - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/613VeNIKHpL.jpg) ![Model Expo MID965 1/32 Chesapeake Bay Flattie Model Kit, Multi-Colour - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71U2Ull-bvL.jpg) ![Model Expo MID965 1/32 Chesapeake Bay Flattie Model Kit, Multi-Colour - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81kNmCJ34+L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by D***E on 30 January 2024* Bought this for my 20 year old, who loves crafty things. She never put a model ship together and found this was a great first model ship. It was challenging, taking time and patience but not overly difficult. She asked me to get her another model ship because she enjoyed this one so much. Everything she needed was included in the kit. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Review *by S***N on 11 September 2025* This was my fourth Midwest kit unfortunately this one I wasn’t a big fan off. The illustrations in the directions where sub pair. Hard to distinguish what’s really going on with the rigging. The boat went together ok. All in all it just a 3 star boat kit. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by C***. on 12 March 2024* Full disclosure, I received this free of charge. I am an avid modeler so I was interested in doing my first model of a sailing ship, which Model Expo seems to specialize in. The box contents include all the parts needed (but not all the tools! see the photos if you are a beginner to model making), a Model Expo catalog, and a comprehensive instruction booklet of over 40 pages. This is considered a “Skill Level 1” kit for beginners but wow, this is very labor intensive compared to the plastic scale models I’m used to building. While it will take quite a bit of time, the instructions seems clear, and the parts seem high quality, with nicely laser cut basswood pieces, a roll of plans to aid in assembly, rigging, sailcloth, cast metal parts, and so on. It will be a while before I get around to building this kit, but I am glad I picked it up when I did. I will very likely buy more Model Expo kits in the future. ## Frequently Bought Together - Midwest Chesapeake Bay Flattie Ship Wooden Ship Model Building Kit for Adults DIY Woodcraft Self Assembly - Fast Drying Wood Cement by Testors --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/538496761-model-expo-mid965-1-32-chesapeake-bay-flattie-model-kit](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/538496761-model-expo-mid965-1-32-chesapeake-bay-flattie-model-kit) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-06*