{"title":"Ships in Scale","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eShips in Scale\u003c\/em\u003e is the magazine for scale ship modelers — from first-time kit builders to master craftsmen. Published bimonthly by SeaWatch Books, each issue delivers in-depth build logs, practical techniques, maritime history, kit reviews, and stories from modelers around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you work in wood, plastic, or resin — whether you scratch build, kit bash, or command an R\/C fleet — \u003cem\u003eShips in Scale\u003c\/em\u003e is written by modelers, for modelers. No gatekeeping. No fluff. Just the craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBack issues are available while supplies last.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ships-in-scale-jan-feb-2026","title":"Ships In Scale - Jan\/Feb 2026","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShips in Scale — January\/February 2026 (Vol. 29, No. 1)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe relaunch issue. Ships in Scale is back.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAfter years away, Ships in Scale returns with a packed inaugural issue that sets the tone for the relaunched magazine: serious content, accessible writing, and a genuine love of the craft. Whether you're a lifelong builder or just getting started, there's something here for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this issue:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilding a Norwegian Sailing Pram\u003c\/strong\u003e — A traditional wooden small-craft build that teaches foundational skills from the keel up. \u003cem\u003e(Robert F. 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A frank $1,600 kit review. Ultra-fine wire rigging at 1\/700 scale. 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