Who are we?
Hobbies are Our Business
Hobbies are Our Business
Hobbies are Our Business
Kraken Hobbies came about to be a unique shop for custom and specialized modelling accessories. Never happy with what comes in the box, we have partnered with several premier names in 3D and Model Manufacture business to 3d print parts to enhance model kits.
Based in the USA, we are ready to help you achieve your modeling dreams and goals.
Kraken Hobbies is by Modelers for Modelers.
Count on Our Expertise
Hobbies are Our Business
Hobbies are Our Business
- Using state of the art 3D printing technology
- Official Navy Plans where possible
- Detailed Images from the National Archives
- Expert Feedback
The Latest
Hobbies are Our Business
The Latest
Our Business is Hobbies, unfortunately our Business is also a hobby. All orders are printed to order. Please allow a minimum of 4 weeks for printing, packing and shipping. As of 9/13/22, packing and shipping will occur on Friday's. Thank you for your understanding
Updated 11/12/2022
Our latest 1/700 Mahan Upgrade/Conversion kit is now available. The USS Cushing DD-376 as she was in late 1942. Check it out in the shop here
The long awaited 1/700 HMAS Canberra conversion kit is now available for Pre-order with an estimated shipping date of September 1st
Our first test run of Photo Etch for the 1/700 HMAS Canberra conversion kit has arrived. Working on how well it fits and any adjustments needed
First test prints of our 1/700 1941 Mahan Class Conversion/Upgrade are done. Should be ready for release sometime in July
Our first full 1/700 kit is now available in the shop! Check out the USS Sterett DD-407 kit here
Check out a Review of Tom's Modelworks Nevada kit that includes parts designed by us
Please Visit These Other GREAT sITES
Modelwarships.com
Modelwarships.com
Modelwarships.com
Great Modeling resource with daily updates of beautiful builds and very active and helpful message board
Steelnavy.net
Modelwarships.com
Modelwarships.com
Great resource with in depth kit reviews, builder's gallery and resourceful message board.
Model Monkey-US
Modelwarships.com
Black Cat Models-FR
Fantastic 3D designed and printed upgrades, conversion and nameplates. Over 2,500 designs
Black Cat Models-FR
Black Cat Models-FR
Black Cat Models-FR
Black Cat Models of France has dozens of amazing weapons and details set and has introduced some awesome multimedia kits.
Micro Master -NZ
Black Cat Models-FR
Micro Master -NZ
Specializing in Royal Navy details, Micro Master has many accessories and details in several scales.
Scale Colors- US
Black Cat Models-FR
Micro Master -NZ
Acrylic Paints meticulously researched and formulated to match real Naval colors.
Sovereign Hobbies- UK
Red Devil Designs eBay store- US
Red Devil Designs eBay store- US
Best source for Colourcoat enamel paints and a huge resource of RN camouflage history
Red Devil Designs eBay store- US
Red Devil Designs eBay store- US
Red Devil Designs eBay store- US
3D printed conversions and upgrades
3D-Wild- US
Red Devil Designs eBay store- US
Tom's Modelworks
A new upstart that deal in full 3D printed subjects
Tom's Modelworks
Tom's Modelworks
Tom's Modelworks
Long standing provider of Photo Etch accessories and now, 3D printed kits!