1/700 Gold Medal Models Ship Accessories

Comprehensive Photo-Etch Sets for WWII Warships

Gold Medal Models offers the most extensive range of photo-etched brass detail sets for World War II naval vessels, providing ship modelers with complete upgrade solutions for all major combatant types. United States Navy sets include World War Two USN Aircraft Carrier for Essex and Independence class carriers, World War Two USN Escort and Light Carriers for CVE and CVL classes, World War Two USN Battleship 2004 Upgrade for Iowa, South Dakota, and North Carolina classes, WWII USN Cruiser/Destroyer Photo Etch Set covering Cleveland, Baltimore, Fletcher, and Gearing classes, Lexington/Saratoga for the pre-war fleet carriers, and USS Saratoga Photo Etch Detail Up Set for the modernized CV-3. Imperial Japanese Navy coverage includes IJN Aircraft Carrier (700-14) for Akagi, Kaga, Shokaku, and Zuikaku classes, IJN Battleship Photoetch (700-12) for Nagato, Fuso, and Ise classes, IJN Cruiser/Destroyer (700-13) for Mogami, Takao, Fubuki, and Kagero classes, IJN Auxiliary Ship for oilers and support vessels, and the legendary Yamato/Musashi set providing comprehensive detail for these super-battleships. Royal Navy sets feature World War Two British Warship covering King George V, Nelson, and County class vessels. German Kriegsmarine coverage includes World War Two German Warship for Bismarck, Tirpitz, Scharnhorst, and Admiral Hipper classes. These comprehensive sets integrate perfectly with Tamiya, Hasegawa, Fujimi, and Pitroad ship kits.

Modern Warship Photo-Etch and Specialized Sets

Gold Medal Models provides comprehensive photo-etched detail sets for Cold War and modern era warships spanning multiple navies and vessel types. American modern warship sets include Modern USN/JMSDF Warship Photo Etch Set (700-10) covering Arleigh Burke, Ticonderoga, and Kongo class destroyers and cruisers, USS Nimitz Photo Etch Set for CVN-68 class nuclear carriers, Modernized USS New Jersey/Iowa for the 1980s reactivation configuration with Tomahawk and Harpoon missiles, USS Tarawa/Saipan Detail Up Photo Etch Set for LHA amphibious assault ships, and USS Wasp Class LHD Photo Etch Set for the follow-on amphibious assault ships. Soviet Navy coverage includes Modern Soviet Cruiser/Destroyer Photo Etch Set for Kirov, Slava, Sovremenny, and Udaloy classes. Royal Navy modern sets feature Modern British Warship (700-15) for Type 42, Type 22, and Invincible class vessels. Aircraft carrier air wing details include CVN 1/4 Air Wing Details for modern carrier aircraft and 1/4 1930's Air Wing Details for pre-war biplanes and early monoplanes. Decal sets include USN Supercarrier Decals for 1/700-1/720 scale covering hull numbers, deck markings, and aircraft insignia, plus WW2 USN Aircraft Carrier Decals Set for Essex and Independence class markings. These modern sets complement Trumpeter, Veryfire, Dragon, and Hobby Boss modern warship kits.

Universal Detail Accessories and Specialized Components

Gold Medal Models produces comprehensive universal detail sets that enhance any 1/700 scale warship model regardless of nation or era. The Naval Ship (700-1) set provides essential railings, ladders, and platforms suitable for any vessel, serving as the foundation for ship detailing. Watertight Doors Photo Etch (700-22) includes 186 doors in USN, IJN, and RN styles plus hatches, fire hoses, and life rings, adding essential deck details to any warship. Anchors and Chains (700-20) contains 72 anchors in six styles with four each in three sizes, providing authentic ground tackle for battleships through destroyers. Extra Ladders and Accommodation Ladders (700-19) offers comprehensive ladder options including vertical, inclined, and ceremonial accommodation ladders for port scenes. 20mm Cannons (700-21) provides a set of 60 guns with armor shields, essential for adding anti-aircraft armament to WWII vessels. WWII Carrier Aircraft Parts (700-18) equips 124 IJN and USN aircraft with folding wings, propellers, landing gear, and ordnance, bringing carrier air groups to life. Assorted Cable Reels add realistic deck clutter and working details to any ship. Gold Plus IJN Ultra-Fine Railing represents the finest photo-etched railing available, with incredibly delicate stanchions and chains that create the most realistic appearance possible at 1/700 scale. These universal accessories work alongside AFV Club, Blue Ridge, Artwox, and other detail manufacturers.

Gold Medal Models American Craftsmanship and Quality

Gold Medal Models has established itself as America's premier manufacturer of photo-etched ship accessories, consistently delivering products with exceptional detail, historical accuracy, and superior engineering since the early days of scale ship modeling. Their photo-etched brass sets feature incredibly fine detail with crisp edges, accurate scale thickness, and precise registration that ensures perfect alignment during assembly. The company's deep research into naval architecture and warship configurations ensures authentic representation of vessels across all eras and nations. Gold Medal's commitment to comprehensive sets means modelers receive everything needed to super-detail specific ships or entire classes with a single purchase. The ultra-fine railings represent the state of the art in photo-etching technology, with stanchions and chains so delicate they approach the limits of what can be produced in brass. Gold Medal also produces 1/350 scale ship accessories for larger scale projects. The sets integrate seamlessly with products from Pontos, Takom, Zvezda, Riich, Niko, Snowman, and Kajika ship kits. For detailed installation instructions, painting guides, bending techniques, and product specifications, visit the official Gold Medal Models website to explore their complete catalog of photo-etched accessories and modeling resources that support accurate and detailed 1/700 scale naval modeling projects across all nations, eras, and vessel types from destroyers to supercarriers.