{"title":"Vee Hobby 1\/700 Ship Model Kits","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuild a U.S. Navy fleet in a consistent scale with Vee Hobby 1\/700 plastic ship model kits. Choose from Iowa- and South Dakota-class battleships, light cruisers such as San Diego and Cleveland, and the USS Independence light carrier. The range includes World War II subjects and postwar ships such as USS Worcester, so you can build a fleet around an era or compare how naval designs changed over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFind the right ship and configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vee-hobby-battleships\"\u003eVee Hobby battleships\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vee-hobby-cruisers\"\u003eVee Hobby cruisers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vee-hobby-aircraft-carriers\"\u003eVee Hobby aircraft carriers\u003c\/a\u003e. Look for the hull number and configuration year where listed. Missouri BB-63 and New Jersey BB-62 share a class, but their details and paint schemes depend on the ship and the period. Use photos from the year you want to model before committing to deck colors, camouflage or rigging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStandard and Deluxe editions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompare the exact SKU and contents for each release. Standard editions are a starting point if you want to choose your own detail upgrades. Deluxe editions are intended for builders looking for a more involved detail project, but the included parts vary by ship. Review each listing and its box contents before ordering aftermarket accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlan a fleet display\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 1\/700, you can place a battleship, cruiser and carrier side by side and see how their hull proportions and deck layouts differ. Dry-fit large assemblies first, decide where to break up the paint work, and leave small fittings until the main finish is in place. Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/model-ships\"\u003escale model ships\u003c\/a\u003e or set up your bench with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paint-store\"\u003ehobby paints\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-supplies\"\u003emodeling tools\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vee7003e","title":"Vee Hobby USS Missouri BB-63 1945 Deluxe 1\/700 Model Kit - VEE7003E","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuild the USS Missouri BB-63 1945 with this Vee Hobby 1\/700 Deluxe Edition plastic ship model kit. Missouri was the setting for the Japanese surrender ceremony in September 1945. This version is a late-war subject, with the battleship’s long hull and stepped superstructure giving the model a distinct profile next to smaller escorts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorking with the Deluxe edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Deluxe release is intended for a more involved detail build. Review its parts list before ordering separate upgrades, and plan the assembly sequence around any fine detail parts supplied in the box. Compare the Standard edition (VEE7003S) when deciding which version to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer — Vee Hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU — VEE7003E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale — 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject — USS Missouri BB-63 1945\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShip class — Iowa class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition — Deluxe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration — 1945\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat — Unassembled plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing supplies — Model paint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild and display notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlan the order for the forward deck and bridge before fitting the main turrets. Work from photos of the 1945 ship when deciding on deck finish, markings and the placement of small fittings. In a fleet display, leave room around the hull so the deck layout reads clearly from above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vee-hobby-battleships\"\u003eVee Hobby battleships\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vee-hobby\"\u003efull Vee Hobby range\u003c\/a\u003e, and other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/model-ships\"\u003escale model ships\u003c\/a\u003e. 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Compare the Deluxe edition (VEE7005E) when deciding which version to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer — Vee Hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU — VEE7005S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale — 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject — USS South Dakota BB-57 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShip class — South Dakota class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition — Standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration — 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat — Unassembled plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing supplies — Model paint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild and display notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDry-fit the superstructure to check access to the deck between platforms. Paint areas that will sit under overhangs before gluing down the upper assemblies. 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Compare the Standard edition (VEE7005S) when deciding which version to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer — Vee Hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU — VEE7005E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale — 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject — USS South Dakota BB-57 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShip class — South Dakota class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition — Deluxe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration — 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat — Unassembled plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing supplies — Model paint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild and display notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDry-fit the superstructure to check access to the deck between platforms. Paint areas that will sit under overhangs before gluing down the upper assemblies. 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Its compact silhouette pairs well with a same-scale light carrier or with South Dakota for a comparison between sister ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorking with the Standard edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart with the Standard release if you want to plan the finish and decide separately where to add fine detail. Check the instructions for the parts supplied with this specific kit. Compare the Deluxe edition (VEE7006E) when deciding which version to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer — Vee Hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU — VEE7006S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale — 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject — USS Indiana BB-58 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShip class — South Dakota class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition — Standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration — 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat — Unassembled plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing supplies — Model paint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild and display notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompare period photographs of Indiana with the instructions before choosing colors. Mask the hull in short sections around curves and test the angle of the main gun barrels before securing them. 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Compare the Standard edition (VEE7006S) when deciding which version to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer — Vee Hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU — VEE7006E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale — 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject — USS Indiana BB-58 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShip class — South Dakota class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition — Deluxe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration — 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat — Unassembled plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing supplies — Model paint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild and display notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompare period photographs of Indiana with the instructions before choosing colors. Mask the hull in short sections around curves and test the angle of the main gun barrels before securing them. 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Compare the Deluxe edition (VEE7002E) when deciding which version to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer — Vee Hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU — VEE7002S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale — 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject — USS New Jersey BB-62 1945\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShip class — Iowa class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition — Standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration — 1945\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat — Unassembled plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing supplies — Model paint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild and display notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePick references from 1945 before planning the paint scheme. Test-fit the superstructure and gun positions together to check clearances and preserve a straight line along the long deck. 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