DIY kit (The Seahorse Three-Master) Wooden Model Ship Kit
Wooden Model Ship Kit — The Seahorse Three-Master
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Three masts, thirteen sails, and a whole evening spent at sea.
- One or more evenings of building, phone put away
- A display piece, built with your own hands
- Free ebook with your kit
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5–15 business days to your door, shipping time included
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- Missing piece? We send a new one
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- Advanced
- 603pieces
- 47 × 18 × 39 cmbuilt
« C'était pour un cadeau et cela a été un grand succès. Le processus d'assemblage prend un certain temps, mais je pense que cela en vaudra la peine. Le prix a également été assez abordable comparé à ce que ces modèles coûtent habituellement. »
Three masts, thirteen sails, and a whole evening spent at sea.
A three-master inspired by the great sailing ships of exploration: black and gold sails, thirteen canvas panels and a golden seahorse on the stern. It's the largest model ship in our catalog, and it goes together without a single drop of glue.
A 603-piece wooden model ship kit that snaps together
The 603 laser-cut plywood pieces join with tabs and slots: each piece locks into the one before it, no glue. The illustrated instructions take you step by step, from the hull to the masts, then the sails. Once finished, the ship is 47 cm long and 39 cm tall: a real display piece.
Who's it for? Builders who have already finished a kit and want a long project to spread over several evenings. A gift that impresses any lover of ships or maritime history.
Assembled dimensions: 47 cm long, 18 cm wide, 39 cm tall.
What's inside The Seahorse Three-Master model kit
What's in the box
- All the pre-cut plywood parts (603 pieces)
- The canvas sails (13 panels)
- Illustrated step-by-step instructions in English
No glue needed: the parts snap together. Recommended for ages 14+.
Get the right tools
To find out which tools really help during the build, read our tools guide.
Your questions about The Seahorse Three-Master model kit
Your questions about this kit
Do I need glue?
No, everything snaps together. If a piece feels loose, a dab of wood glue will secure it.
How much time should I plan?
Several evenings: it's the longest of our model ship kits, and that's exactly the point.
Where should I display it?
On a shelf, a sideboard or in a display case. At 47 cm long, make room for it before you start.
More questions? Find all our answers in the Nooko FAQ.
How The Seahorse Three-Master compares to our other kits
For a shorter first ship, start with The Dutch Ship. And for traditional ship modeling you paint yourself, there's The New Port Sailboat.
A ship to build. A voyage to tell.
This model is part of our wooden model ship kits, in our wooden model kits family. To get ready for a build this size, read our guide to wooden model kits with 400+ pieces. And for a scene that lights up between two books, check out our book nooks.

Reviews: they built their own model kit
★★★★★4,9/5 · 273 reviews of our kits
“It was for a gift and it was a big hit. Assembly takes a while, but I think it'll be worth it. The price was also pretty affordable compared to what these models usual...”
“Something beautiful that I recommend to everyone, it's simply stunning and the pieces fit perfectly.”
“excellent model. Very good instructions, it's really enjoyable to put together. It's even more beautiful in person. everything fits together perfectly. I recommend it.”
“Honestly cool! A pleasure to build and the model is gorgeous! OK, the small parts aren't easy when you have big hands, but it's doable! I recommend it”
“I really can't wait to put it together - I'd already ordered this set before and it's so beautiful and so enjoyable to build that I wanted it again (to give as a gift)...”
“I haven't built it yet, but for the price, it's very well packed in a box with excellent presentation.”
“The puzzle is very delicate, you have to be careful when popping the pieces out at the end. I reinforced it with quick-dry glue, and the result is satisfying. I would ...”
“I hadn't realized it was a bit small 😁 But oh well, can't wait to build it. top”
“Very good, it comes with accessories and cannons.”
“Received in good condition. Exactly as described. Instructions a bit hard to follow.”
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How to build the model kit "The Seahorse Three-Master"
No need to have built a model before: the pieces are laser-cut, the illustrated instructions show every step, and your phone can stay on the table.
Pop out the pieces
The pieces pop out of the wooden sheets by hand, in the order of the instructions. Nothing to cut, nothing to paint.
Fit together, step by step
Every step is illustrated. In one sitting or in twenty-minute sessions, at your own pace.
Bring it to life
Depending on the model: a mechanism to wind up, LEDs to connect, or simply a piece to display on your shelf.
Fine tweezers help with the smallest pieces; the recommended tools are listed on the product page.
How to build the model kit "The Seahorse Three-Master"
With illustrated instructions for every step.
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Step 1Pop out
Put your phone away, open the box and pop out the pre-cut pieces.
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Step 2Assemble
Piece by piece, following the illustrated instructions. In one evening or over several.
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Step 3Display it
It finds its place on a shelf. And you built it.
Why choose a wooden model kit from Nooko?
The same joy of building, without the bad surprises.
| What is included | Nooko | Often elsewhere |
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| Free shipping on qualifying orders | ||
| Free ebook: the guide to screen-free evenings | ||
| Broken or missing piece replaced with just a photo | ||
| A real person answers you | ||
| 30 days to change your mind, as long as the kit is not built |
FAQ: the model kit "The Seahorse Three-Master"
Is it hard to build?
And when it is done?
What if a piece is broken?
Shipping and returns
Free shipping on qualifying orders. Your order is delivered to your country in 5–15 business days, dispatch included. You get your tracking number by email as soon as your package ships.
30 days to change your mind: if the kit is not for you, send it back unbuilt and in its original packaging within 30 days, and we will refund you. Read our refund policy.
The exact contents of the kit, any power source and the recommended tools are described higher up on the product page. Have another question? You will find all the answers in the Nooko FAQ.
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