Flat Pack
Flat pack display cases supplied as panels for you to assemble, with the base and fixings included. A practical option for larger models and for anywhere a pre-built case would be awkward to deliver or carry.
Assembled cases are bulky, and the larger sizes are expensive to ship and difficult to manoeuvre through a hallway or up a staircase. Flat pack solves both. The panels arrive packed flat and protected, and you assemble the case where it is going to stand.
Assembly
Straightforward, and no specialist tools are needed. The panels are cut to size and the base is prepared, so the work is a matter of following the instructions in order and taking care with alignment as you go. Three things make it easier:
- Work on a clean, flat surface
- Leave the protective film on the acrylic until the case is built
- Have a second pair of hands for the larger sizes
When flat pack is the better buy
Almost always above about a metre, where shipping and access costs start to dominate. Also when ordering several cases for a collection, and when the display space is upstairs or through a narrow doorway. For smaller models with easy access, ready made cases save you the job.
Measuring before you order
Greatest length including bowsprit and stern overhang, greatest height including masts and stand, greatest width including yards, then clearance on every side. Detailed guidance is on the display cases page, and we will quote for a made to measure case if your model falls between sizes.
Common questions
How long does assembly take?
Well under an hour for most sizes, working steadily. Rushing the alignment is the only thing that causes problems.
Is a flat pack case as strong as an assembled one?
Yes, when assembled correctly. The panels and base are the same materials.
Can I take it apart again if I move?
Plan on it staying built. If you expect to move the model regularly, mention it when ordering and we will advise.
