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Customers consistently highlight the high quality of kits, materials, and parts, often noting the exceptional attention to detail and craftsmanship. Many appreciate the fast and reliable shipping, as well as the secure packaging that protects contents during transit. The wide selection of models and tools is valued, and customers also enjoy the inclusion of free gifts or bonus items with their orders. Detailed instructions, particularly video tutorials, and the responsive and helpful customer service further enhance the experience. Some customers report high shipping costs or delays due to customs, and there are occasional issues with damaged or missing parts upon delivery. While many find the instructions helpful, a preference for printed manuals over digital formats is noted by several customers. A few also mention slow replies or unresolved issues with customer service. Frustrations are expressed regarding minimum order quantities and items being out of stock.
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VERY Pleased!!!
I ordered the American Schooner Virginia on Sunday, the 28th of June. The order went to Fedex the next day. Fedex had it to the airport the day after that and then it spent a week in customs ( hardly the sellers fault). As soon as it cleared customs the model was back in transit and I received it within three days.
The model was double boxed and in excellent conditon.
I've just begun building. The quality of the kit seems to be extremely good, the laser cut parts are dead on accurate with no burns or scorches. The small parts are in a compartmented plastic box and the pre-cut sails are hemmed and sewn and ready to go.
I am impressed with this kit and the company's service. I will buy again.
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new to ship modelling
I have just started to try my hand at ship modelling. I am not used to using wood for modelling. the fishing boats I have purchased are pretty easy to build and adapt and YouTube is my friend. I find them a great starting point and a joy to build.
pros. great service. great products. good delivery times.
cons. import duty. but you are made well aware that import duty will be charged to the uk.
thank you. m evans
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great service
ordered products for my ship build (HMS Victory anatomy ) it was in my basket for 3 to 4 weeks before I could actually complete the order but after all that time it was still there when I was ready I placed the order and it came in a verry surprisingly short time (I am in the UK ) I also received a gift Which I appreciated verry much all the products were of good quality. I have also watched the build videos which I found most helpful
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Quality of ship models is very good and easy to modify into the actual appearance of the ship. May I suggest that a short history and reference where we can find original photos, books,... about the h
Quality of ship models is very good and easy to modify into the actual appearance of the ship. May I suggest that a short history and reference where we can find original photos, books,... about the historic ships may save some time. I know that everything can be found on the internet and in old bookstore but references, original photos and original details can be useful. I join a picture of how I modified the Cutty Sark after I have visited the ship in London. Best regards
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I liked the discount on some of the higher priced models. The contact was good, although I did receive some emails in Spanish rather than English, although it was not that many.
When deciding on which the next model might be, the daily proces seem to change, like most people, everyone wants a bargain, so changing prices actually prolongs the choosing of my next model.
Overall, the goods are very well packed for overseas travel, and the tracking is very good. Thank you
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Santisima Trinidad is the pinnacle of ship design.
Santisima Trinidad ship is an extremely well designed well thought out model ship. Great attention to detail given in all aspects of ship design. High quality materials and over all the best ship I’ve ever built. Couldn’t be more happy with this purchase. Item shipped next day and arrived in perfect condition to Florida! Outstanding service and company! Thank you
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My last shipment was on time and well protected. My only problem with the models lately is that they do come with a CD disc for the instructions, but our current computers do not come with a disc port, therefore I have to use my computer to download the instructions and flip from screen to screen to look ahead to make sure that I am not doing something on page whatever that might mess something up later that I was not aware of. Wish there was an option to purchase a copy of the instructions as an option at the time of ordering in place of the disc. The models and materials are excellent!
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Product is incredible, customer support is incredible. I have built 4 ships and I am currently building the Trinidad from Spanish armada 1805 battle of trafalgar. This ship is exceptional
In quality and detail. I have put in 500 hours of work. Instructions on line are great.
I highly recommend purchasing your next ship from Artesania Latina.
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I bought the micro scrapers and micro to…
I bought the micro scrapers and micro saws. I would have gotten more small tools (prices are quite good) but I already had most of them. The micro scrapers are a unique item. I tried to think of something I could use the rigging tools for but I’m making regular miniatures not ships. I have a similar set that is shorter but is for applying minute amounts of glue in tight places. The only thing I can think of that would be a good addition is the micro scrapers in individual pieces - especially the fluted shapes - that could fit in an x-acto knife handle. Then they could be used to make flat rounded rosettes or maybe even used with a mini-lathe.
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Just received the kit for The Harvey and just based on the instructions alone I am extremely happy with what I have purchased. I have al
ready build 1 version of the same ship but the instructions were so minimalistic I had to resort to the internet for pictures so I know what it looked like. It was three pages of extremely rudimentary drawings, that was it, nothing else.
Am looking forward to building this new kit!
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At age 82 this is so welcome
I have been an airplane and ship model builder since 1962. Now at age 82 I was browsing the web and found Artesania Latina. The ship model "open HMS Victory" looked interesting, so I ordered it. Until now, I used to pick up drawings and I produced each and every detail from wood, metal and thread. I do not have the time for that any more. This ship model of HMS Victory is so nice to work with. I can make use of many years of experience and personal methods/tools.
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8 days for delivery - Great!
8 days to get my order from your place in Spain to mine on the other side and end of the world is great service. Arrived in good order on the date and time indicated when the parcel left you.
Not sure that having the instructions via video is as convenient and easy to use as the pictures that made up the instructions for my previous model.
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The kit was very complete. Everything has fit together perfectly, very precise. I also like the instruction videos they have been very helpful. So far I am at chapter 5 step 2. The only downside is expensive shipping cost to the US for any additional (small) items I want.
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High quality, competitive price and fast delivery.
This is the third time that I purchase stuff from Artesania Latina. You are always fast and price worthy. This time I compared you to my domestic alternatives. In spite of further distance you are competitive. Beside that, you are faster. I need the plank bender ASAP.
You could improve your home page. E.g. if you hit "ships" it is almost impossible to hit British Ship Models. Sometimes I find HMS Victory (open) but not the closed one.
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Great packaging and attention to detail
Great packaging, attention to detail and the kit parts all look to be high quality and extremely well thought out.
None at this time just started building the kit.
I like that you sell paint to go with the kit, tools to help build it, and video to help guide the build
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Ordered direct from catalog and website. Paid the $5 more for express handling and was amazed at how fast l received the order. 4 days all the way from Spain. Now l have all the tools and paints l can't get any where else. Fantastic!! Excellent job!!
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If you rate model building from 1 to 5, I am probably a 3. I decided to bump this up to a 5 by building HMS Victory 1805 the full hull version. I like how the advanced kit forces me to figure things out. I am learning a lot.
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I ordered the deluxe HMS Surprise kit and believe me it was worth it. Artesanía Latina was prompt in their order acknowledgement and shipping. What questions I had were answered thoroughly and quickly. They even included some free gifts in the package and a personal note of appreciation. The quality of this kit is phenomenal. I would not hestitate to order from them again
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Ship was shipped extremely fast and would have been delivered to me as stated. Customs in the US held it up for days and when delivered, outer box was crushed and cut open, model kit box was opened and I'm hoping everything is there. Time will tell
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The service was prompt and package arrived in good condition , couple e-mails about the tracking problem solved the same about the digital instructions. About the kit itself I’m a litlle disappointed , the tolerances for the hull spars are way to big , lose , so potential for misalignment is very high . In fact the modeler pictured in the instructions had some problems it shows in some of the pictures . For a laser cut kit I was expecting more precision . The range of accessories is very detailed , I wish you included a molding tool instead of the knife or at least recommend one so I didn’t have to put in another order . And that would be all . Thank you !