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A rare Maine-made folk art classic — handcrafted at the legendary Maine State Prison workshop. A timeless wooden boat-making kit with multiple build options. Great for collectors, display, or hands-on crafting.

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📜 DESCRIPTION / CONDITION

Excellent vintage condition. Complete wooden kit with all original pieces, framed presentation case, and Maine State Prison workshop stamp on the back. Wood parts are unused and clean. Outer paper label shows light wear from age (normal for these kits). Hinges work smoothly and the case displays beautifully.

This kit allows you to build multiple classic wooden boat designs, including:

• Torpedo Boat

• Aircraft Carrier

• Ring Steamer

• Subby Ship

• Cabin Cruiser

• Tug Boat

• Fast Liner

• Steamboat

• Fisherman

• And more

A rare piece of Maine correctional industries history — these older kits are no longer produced in this format and are highly collectible.

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Handcrafted at the Maine State Prison Hobby Craft Program

Maine State Prison craft items have been produced by incarcerated artisans for over 80 years. The workshop became famous for its high-quality wooden toys, ships, boxes, novelties, and folk art. Each piece is individually hand-finished and reflects the skill, craft, and pride of the maker. Originals like this are sought after by collectors of Maine folk art, prison-made crafts, and traditional wooden toys.

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📊 ITEM SPECIFICS

• Brand: Maine State Prison

• Type: Wooden Boat Kit / Folk Art Toy

• Material: Wood (solid hardwood components)

• Style: Americana, Folk Art

• Theme: Boats, Nautical, Military, Crafts

• Features: Complete Kit, Display Case, Handcrafted, Vintage

• Country/Region: USA (Maine)

• Framed Size: Approx. 23” x 14” (adjust if needed)

• Origin: Maine State Prison Hobby Craft Shop

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