Vigilant Models

The winner of the 1893 America’s Cup, Vigilant was determined and swift. Bring the exhilaration of the race to your desk top or living room with our remarkably life-like Vigilant model boats.  With stunning woodwork and vibrant authentic colors, our Vigilant sailboat model is the perfect gift for friends and colleagues. 

Defender of the eighth America’s Cup, Vigilant was also the first design of revolutionary naval architect-engineer Hershenoff.  Own a keepsake of her enduring legacy today with our meticulous workmanship and expert artisan design. 

Exclusively built by and offered at Handcrafted Model Ships, our pre- and fully assembled Vigilant model boats are accurate, museum quality, and affordable.  Our limited edition Vigilant model boats each feature countless additional details, supplementary riggings, painstaking deck improvements, and a certificate of authenticity as only 50 will ever be made.  Showcased on a wall-mounted display shelf or a decorative display table, our Vigilant model boat is an elegant addition to the home or office.

Click on the pictures below to explore this timeless model sailboat collectible and her colorful history.