EXCELLENCE MODELKITS

The company is dedicated to the design, manufacture, and marketing of wooden and metal scale model kits, primarily of ships and airplanes, as well as the sale of specialized tools and accessories for modeling.

Artesanía Latina was founded in 1970 in Barcelona, Spain, beginning with the artisanal production of puzzles and models. It quickly expanded its market throughout Spain and Europe, and in 1976 launched the King of the Mississippi model, which enjoyed international success. In 1978, it participated in the Nuremberg Trade Fair for the first time, and by the end of the 1970s, 80% of its production was exported. The company has introduced several innovations in the modeling sector, such as multilingual instructions, precision parts, high-quality materials, and models with advanced detailing. It has maintained a constant presence at international trade shows and continues to evolve and innovate its products.

It offers scale model kits of historic ships, fishing boats, sailboats, galleons, frigates, steamships, historic and warplanes, both in wood and metal. It also sells specialized modeling tools (micro-profilers, saws, sanders, glues, cutting tools), finishing materials (varnishes, primers), accessories (lighting kits, spare parts), and basic materials such as plywood. Featured products include models of the King of the Mississippi, Santísima Trinidad, Soleil Royal, Fokker Dr. I, and Messerschmitt BF109G.

The company seeks to provide an enriching and creative building experience for model enthusiasts, offering high-quality, innovative products tailored to all experience levels, from beginners to experts, with the goal of satisfying an international community of enthusiasts.