July 4, 2011 - Due to some changes in my life I am going to scale the business way back.  Effective today I will only accept commissions for detailed half models unless your boat is something I would "like" to build.  I am also going to limit myself to no more than 1-2 models per year and will only work on models from November to the end of April (6 months a year).  The result is that I am going to be rather picky about what models I build.  I will no longer be building models of power boats built after WWII.  I am also no longer shipping models outside the continental USA.

Are you thinking of getting a half model of your boat?  Do you want something more than a model showing the generic hull shape of the brand and model of boat you own?  If you want a distinctive, hand crafted, one-of-a-kind model that shows the personal characteristics of your boat, then I would love to build you a model.  While I build simple half hull models, the models I prefer to build include the cabin house, cockpit and the details that make your boat special to you.  I build from pictures of your boat, so you don't just get a model of a generic yacht.  Every detail is hand crafted in my shop from the same materials you find on your boat (aluminum, bronze, stainless steel, teak, mahogany, etc.).  I finish the on-deck wood to yacht standards using the same finishes (varnish, Cetol, oil) you have on your boat.  The model is mounted on your choice of hardwoods finished the way you specify.

I build the models by the plank on frame method because I think it gives a more accurate hull shape.  Every model is a hand crafted, custom made original creation.  Each model is numbered signed and dated.  There are no molds involved and all parts are hand crafted by me.  I build from the original drawings and plans when they are available.  When I can't get the plans, I draw a set of lines from pictures of your boat.  Once I have the lines I scale them to the size you want your model to be.  I am happy to build your model any size you want.

During construction of your model I send you frequent e-mail updates that include pictures of my progress.  I also post the progress of the construction on my Model Building Now Web Page, unless you prefer that I keep your model private.  This lets you participate in the construction of the model.  I encourage comments so that I get things right.

Click HERE to take a look at some of the models I have built recently.

Click HERE to see my Hinckley models.

Click HERE to see my Cape Dory models.

How do I order a model? - All you need to do is contact me and telll me what you want.  I will get back to you, generally the same day, with answers to all your questions.  You can contact me by e-mail at info@todddunnmicroyachts.com, by phone (207-664-9278) or by postal mail at the address below.

Can you build a model of my Boat?- Absolutely!  I can model any boat at any size and level of detail you want.

What if I need the model by a specific date? - If that date is in late 2013, I can help you.

Do you have models in stock? - I custom build every model to the buyer''s specifications.  Each model is scratch built after detailed study of the boat and plans and consultation with the customer.

How many models do you build each year? - I generally build 1-2 models a year.
 

If you have other questions, please contact me.  I will get back to you as quickly as possible.  My contact information is below.