Crafting Maritime Heritage with Timeless Elegance

Welcome to Captain Heritage™, formerly known as Old Modern Handicrafts.

For more than 26 years, we have been dedicated to preserving maritime beauty through handcrafted wooden boats, museum-quality ship models, and nautical craftsmanship inspired by the golden age of seafaring.

As we enter a new chapter under the Captain Heritage™ name, our mission remains unchanged:

To craft timeless maritime creations deliberately, carefully, and with respect for the sea.

While our name has evolved, our passion for craftsmanship, authenticity, and maritime tradition continues to guide everything we create.

A Legacy Inspired by the Sea

Our story began in a humble fishing town, where a deep appreciation for maritime life and traditional craftsmanship first took root.

Over the years, what began as a passion for handcrafted nautical artistry has grown into one of the world’s most recognized collections of handcrafted maritime pieces.

Today, Captain Heritage™ proudly serves collectors, homeowners, hospitality projects, designers, museums, and maritime enthusiasts worldwide.

Every creation reflects generations of craftsmanship, meticulous attention to detail, and a lasting respect for nautical history.

Our Signature Wooden Boat Collection

At the heart of Captain Heritage™ is our passion for custom wooden boats and heritage watercraft.

Inspired by classic marine design and traditional boatbuilding techniques, we craft elegant vessels that celebrate the romance and craftsmanship of maritime history.

Venetian Gondolas

Authentic-inspired gondolas crafted for hospitality, private collections, waterfront experiences, and display.

Heritage Watercraft

Wooden canoes, kayaks, rowing boats, dinghies, and bespoke commissioned vessels designed with timeless elegance.

Custom Wooden Boats

From historic replicas to custom commissions, we build handcrafted boats tailored to unique visions and experiences.

Whether intended for hospitality, leisure, display, or private enjoyment, every vessel is built with enduring craftsmanship and careful attention to detail.

Historic Wooden Ship Models

Building on generations of traditional craftsmanship, Captain Heritage™ also offers one of the world’s most extensive collections of handcrafted wooden ship models and nautical décor.

With nearly 2,000 maritime-inspired creations, our collection includes:

• Historic tall ships
• Naval and battleship replicas
• Luxury yachts
• Legendary ocean liners
• Fishing vessels
• Maritime décor and nautical gifts

From iconic vessels such as the RMS Titanic to historic sailing ships and naval warships, each model is carefully researched and meticulously handcrafted to preserve maritime history with exceptional authenticity.

Why Collectors Trust Captain Heritage™

Historically Inspired Accuracy

Extensive research using original plans, archival references, photographs, and historical materials helps ensure authentic proportions and detailing.

Handcrafted Construction

Our master artisans employ traditional plank-on-frame and plank-on-bulkhead methods, dedicating hundreds of hours to many of our handcrafted ship models and bespoke projects.

Premium Materials

We use carefully selected woods including mahogany, western red cedar, teak, rosewood, and other premium hardwoods chosen for beauty and durability.

Refined Finishing Details

Chrome, brass, cast-metal fittings, and carefully applied finishes enhance realism and craftsmanship.

Rigorous Quality Control

Every creation undergoes detailed inspection before departing our workshop on its journey to customers around the world.

Custom-Made Models & Bespoke Projects

We proudly offer custom-built ship models and commissioned maritime projects tailored to your vision.

Whether for a private collector, hospitality venue, museum, or corporate brand, our team can recreate virtually any vessel based on original plans, photographs, or historical references.

One notable example includes custom models commissioned for the Grey Goose® Company, delivered to stores and hospitality venues worldwide.

Depending on complexity and material availability, custom projects generally require 2–4 months to complete.

If it mattered enough to remember, it deserves to be built well.

Trusted by Renowned Customers

For over 26 years, our handcrafted maritime creations have appeared in luxury venues, museums, publications, and entertainment productions around the world.

• The New York Times — Our ship models have appeared among products featured in best-selling gift guides for more than a decade.
• Grey Goose® — Custom-built branded boat models delivered to retail and hospitality locations worldwide.
• The Venetian Resort Las Vegas — Custom gondola models and historic ship displays.
• National Geographic and museums nationwide — Custom projects and curated nautical products for museum stores and exhibits.
• Disney, ABC, and NBC — Featured products used in television and entertainment productions.

Discover more in our blog .

Wholesale & Dealer Partnerships

We proudly support retailers, distributors, hospitality groups, and interior designers worldwide.

Our dealer program includes:

• Professional product photography
• Detailed product descriptions and specifications
• Marketing support materials
• Personalized account assistance

We work closely with our partners to help successfully showcase handcrafted maritime products in stores, hospitality spaces, and luxury environments.

Interested in becoming a dealer or distributor? Register here or Contact us today.

Worldwide Delivery

Through our trusted international shipping network, we proudly deliver worldwide.

Whether located in North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, or beyond, we work with dependable logistics partners to ensure your handcrafted maritime piece arrives safely and securely.

Our Promise

At Captain Heritage™, we believe craftsmanship should feel timeless — something worthy of admiration, preservation, and passing down.

From handcrafted wooden boats to museum-quality ship models and nautical décor, every piece we create reflects our enduring respect for the sea and the stories it inspires.

We invite you to experience a world where maritime heritage, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty come together.

Welcome aboard. Captain Heritage™