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HMS Repulse — 30 Handcrafted Plank-on-Frame Model
A distinguished tribute to naval history: this 30-inch model of HMS Repulse is handcrafted using the plank-on-frame method from the finest Canadian red cedar, teak, and mahogany. Each piece is lovingly assembled by experienced shipwrights in our workshop and finished to museum-quality standards. Built to order, typical completion time is 3–6 months — a painstaking process that reflects the highest level of craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Luxury Craftsmanship & Trusted Service
Every model we create is a promise of superior quality and your complete satisfaction. We keep you informed at every key milestone with detailed photographic updates so you can follow the build from the keel up. Only after your approval do we prepare the model for shipment.
- Hull construction — structural framing and planking
- Deck detailing and superstructure — rigging, fittings, and fine joinery
- Final painting, weathering, and finishing touches
Once approved, your model is carefully packed in a custom wooden crate with protective cushioning to ensure safe arrival anywhere in the world. This is a made-to-order piece created for collectors, museums, and discerning enthusiasts who demand both authenticity and refinement.
Commission Process
- Inquiry & consultation — discuss options and confirm specifications
- Design confirmation & deposit
- Handcrafting & photographic progress updates (3–6 months)
- Your approval → meticulous packing in a custom crate → worldwide delivery
Ready to begin your commission? Contact us to discuss bespoke options or visit our Custom-made Projects page.
History of HMS Repulse
HMS Repulse was a Renown-class battlecruiser of the Royal Navy, launched in 1916. Though she arrived too late to play a major role in World War I, Repulse served actively during the interwar years and underwent significant modernisation in the 1930s — receiving improved armour, upgraded fire control, and aircraft facilities to extend her combat capability.
At the outset of World War II Repulse conducted convoy escorts and patrols, later joining Force Z with the battleship Prince of Wales. On 10 December 1941, while operating off the coast of Malaya and without air cover, Repulse was attacked by Japanese land-based aircraft and sunk. Her loss, alongside Prince of Wales, stands as a pivotal moment in naval history, underscoring the ascendancy of air power over traditional surface fleets.
Note: Some product images were created using AI to illustrate what the finished model will look like. Actual product photos will be uploaded as they become available.
