Photo How-To Guide
Help us craft a perfect replica of your vessel
To create a truly accurate and museum-quality model of your boat, we rely on the precision of the information you provide. The more detailed your input, the more faithful your model will be. Please follow the checklist below to ensure a smooth and efficient process:
📸 High-Quality Photos
Send us clear images of your boat from multiple angles:
Profile shots: Port and starboard sides
Front and rear views: Bow and stern
Top view: If possible, an aerial or elevated shot
Deck details: Close-ups of deck layout, cockpit, cabin, mast(s), railings, etc.
Interior (optional): Photos of the salon, cabin, or wheelhouse if you’d like them included
Unique features: Logos, nameplate, figurehead, custom fittings or decorations
Tip: Photos taken in daylight with minimal reflections help us achieve the best detail.
📄 Technical Specifications
Please provide any documents or links you have that include:
Boat name and type (make, model, year)
Length, beam, and draft
Sail plan (for sailboats) or engine details (for motorboats)
Builder or designer name
Blueprints or technical drawings (if available)
Color references: Paint codes or description of colors used on hull, deck, sails, etc.
🧠Personal Customizations
Let us know if you would like to include any of the following:
Custom colors or graphics
Specific flags, pennants, or ensigns
Tenders or dinghies
Crew figures or special accessories
Display base: Plain, engraved, or with a nameplate
📬 How to Submit
You can send all your photos and documents to us via email or using our secure upload form. If you have questions at any stage, our team is here to assist you and guide you through the process.
Your boat is unique — your model should be too.
Our team works closely with you to customize every detail, from the hull design to the rigging and finish.
Whether it’s a gift, a trophy, or a personal treasure, we transform your vision into a handcrafted reality.
Each Abordage model follows a precise production process, starting from digital design and technical drawings to hand assembly and finishing.
This controlled workflow allows us to reproduce complex hull lines, deck layouts, and structural details with exceptional consistency and realism.
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