Crafting Maritime Heritage with Timeless Elegance

Welcome to Captain Heritage™, formerly known as Old Modern Handicrafts. We are proud to begin our next chapter under a name that better reflects our enduring commitment to maritime craftsmanship, traditional boatbuilding, and the spirit of the sea. While our name has evolved, our dedication to quality, authenticity, and timeless craftsmanship remains unchanged.

At Captain Heritage™, we create handcrafted wooden boats and museum-quality wooden ship models inspired by maritime history and traditional craftsmanship. From elegant Venetian gondolas and heritage watercraft to collectible ship models of legendary vessels, our creations celebrate the enduring beauty of life on the water.

Our Signature Wooden Boat Collection

At the heart of Captain Heritage™ is our passion for custom wooden boats and heritage watercraft. Drawing inspiration from classic designs and traditional boatbuilding methods, we craft wooden boats that balance timeless elegance with enduring functionality. Whether for leisure, display, hospitality, or private enjoyment, each vessel is built with care, craftsmanship, and respect for maritime tradition.

Historic Wooden Ship Models

Building on generations of 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 finely crafted items available worldwide.

From tall ships and naval vessels to famous ocean liners and historic yachts, each model is carefully researched and meticulously handcrafted to preserve the legacy of legendary vessels.

Quality You Can Trust

Historically Inspired Accuracy
Extensive research using original plans, archival references, and historical imagery ensures authentic proportions and detailing.

Handcrafted Construction
Every boat and model is carefully handcrafted using time-honored techniques, including traditional plank-on-frame and plank-on-bulkhead construction methods.

Premium Materials
Built using fine woods such as western red cedar, mahogany, rosewood, teak, and other select hardwoods.

Rich Finishing Details
Chrome, brass, and cast-metal fittings add authenticity, depth, and refined character.

Rigorous Quality Control
Every creation undergoes careful inspection before departing our workshop on its journey to you.

At Captain Heritage™, we believe some things deserve to be made deliberately, carefully, and with respect for the sea. Each creation is crafted to preserve the stories, beauty, and enduring legacy of maritime heritage.