Frigate Compact Model Ship Building Jig
Frigate Compact Model Ship Building Jig
Frigate Compact Model Ship Building Jig
Frigate Compact Model Ship Building Jig
Frigate Compact Model Ship Building Jig
Frigate Compact Model Ship Building Jig
Frigate Compact Model Ship Building Jig
Frigate Compact Model Ship Building Jig
Frigate Compact Model Ship Building Jig

Advance Hobby

Frigate Compact Model Ship Building Jig

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  • $50.00

Advance Hobby Frigate Compact Model Ship Building Jig

Build, paint and detail small-scale model ships with greater stability and control.

The Advance Hobby Frigate is a compact, adjustable building jig designed to hold your model securely while keeping both hands free for assembly, painting and detailed work. Its independently positionable hull supports can be moved along the base and adjusted to suit different hull shapes, widths and angles.

Advance Hobby Frigate jig supporting a model ship during painting
Two Adjustable SupportsPosition each support independently along the base.
Multiple Arm SizesChoose the size that best suits your model’s hull.
Australian MadeDesigned and manufactured in Australia.

Multiple Support Configurations

Two support-arm sizes are included, allowing you to adapt the jig to different hull widths and profiles. Each support is angle-adjustable and lined with self-adhesive foam to help protect the model’s surface.

Large and compact support-arm sizes included with the Frigate jig
Large support arms
Width range: 10–205 mm
Height: 60 mm
Compact support arms
Width range: 10–125 mm
Height: 35 mm

Built-In Measuring Guides

Position the supports evenly using the measuring guides engraved into the baseboard. The compact MDF base provides a stable work platform without occupying unnecessary room on your modelling bench.

Measuring guides engraved into the Frigate jig baseboard
Suitable for selected model ships in scales from 1:350 to 1:700

Designed for Small-Scale Model Ships

Ideal for many smaller model ships, including selected 1:350 to 1:700 scale vessels. Compatibility will depend on the model’s actual length, width and hull shape.

Key Features

  • Compact design for smaller model ships
  • Two independently positionable hull supports
  • Adjustable support width and angles
  • Multiple support-arm sizes included
  • Foam-padded contact surfaces help protect your model
  • Built-in measuring guides for even positioning
  • Hands-free support for assembly, painting and detailing
  • Designed and manufactured in Australia

What’s Included

  • 3 × laser-cut MDF sheets
  • 4 × bolts
  • 8 × washers
  • 4 × wing nuts
  • 8 × self-adhesive foam strips
  • Illustrated assembly instructions

Simple Flat-Pack Assembly

The Frigate jig arrives as a flat-packed MDF kit and requires assembly with PVA glue. Assembly takes approximately 15–30 minutes, excluding glue-drying time.

Required but not included

  • PVA glue
  • Phillips-head screwdriver
Parts included with the Advance Hobby Frigate jig
Important Information

This product is not a toy. Contains small parts and is not suitable for children under 14 years.

Model ship, modelling tools, paints and adhesives shown are for illustrative purposes only and are not included.

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