Captain Neal Parker's
Restoration Services

Capt. Parker's Restoration Work

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Revolutionary War Brig Lexington
Revolutionary War Brig Lexington
Length of hull: 32 1/2"
Restoration time: 5 weeks

This famous model was researched and built by Charles G. Davis. Photos of her construction were used to illustrate his 1929 book The Built-up Ship Model.


Steam Tug Robert A. Packer
Steam Tug Robert A. Packer
Launched: 1882 Newburgh, New York
Length: 126'     Beam: 22.6'     Draft: 10.4'
Model scale: 1/2" = 1'     Model length 65"
Restoration time: 12 weeks

Contemporary model built prior to 1900, builder unknown. Restored for private collector. Model now on exhibit at the Owls Head Transportation Museum.


Half Moon
The Half Moon Folk Diorama
Model length: 33"     Display length: 39"
Restoration time: 4 weeks

This model of Henry Hudson's Ship was built by the lighthouse keeper at Cape Henelopen in 1909. Captain Parker's collection.

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