{"product_id":"m-v-jim-bernhardt-ray-a-eckstein-wbl-towboat-models","title":"M\/V Jim Bernhardt \u0026 Ray A. Eckstein WBL Towboat Model(s)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eM\/V Jim Bernhardt \/ M\/V Ray A. Eckstein – Wisconsin Barge Line\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eM\/V Jim Bernhardt\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eM\/V Ray A. Eckstein\u003c\/strong\u003e represent two of the most recognizable towboats to serve \u003cstrong\u003eWisconsin Barge Line (WBL)\u003c\/strong\u003e during the company's long history on America's inland waterways. Built by \u003cstrong\u003eNashville Bridge Company\u003c\/strong\u003e, these classic towboats became familiar sights throughout the Mississippi River system and remain favorites among former crewmembers, river historians, and collectors today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model is available with your choice of \u003cstrong\u003eM\/V Jim Bernhardt\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eM\/V Ray A. Eckstein\u003c\/strong\u003e nameboards and markings, celebrating two iconic vessels from the Wisconsin Barge Line fleet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eJim Bernhardt\u003c\/strong\u003e later continued her career as today's \u003cstrong\u003eM\/V American Heritage\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the \u003cstrong\u003eRay A. Eckstein\u003c\/strong\u003e went on to become the \u003cstrong\u003eM\/V Crimson Duke\u003c\/strong\u003e. Offering these boats in their original Wisconsin Barge Line appearance preserves an important chapter of inland river history that is rarely represented in model form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach model is individually designed from reference material before being 3D printed, hand assembled, and carefully finished by me into a display-quality replica. Whether displayed in a home, office, or wheelhouse, every model is built with the same attention to detail that has become the hallmark of Hold My Boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoice of \u003cstrong\u003eM\/V Jim Bernhardt\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eM\/V Ray A. Eckstein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentic \u003cstrong\u003eWisconsin Barge Line\u003c\/strong\u003e appearance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt by \u003cstrong\u003eNashville Bridge Company\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessionally designed, 3D printed, hand assembled, and finished\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProudly designed and manufactured in the USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApproximate Model Dimensions (1:245 Scale)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoat Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e9.8\" L × 2.6\" W\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Versions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterested in a later chapter of these vessels' careers? Be sure to see my separate listings for the \u003cstrong\u003eM\/V American Heritage\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eM\/V Crimson Duke\u003c\/strong\u003e, depicting these boats in their later appearances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDon't See the Boat You're Looking For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy website primarily features \u003cstrong\u003ecompleted, in-stock inventory\u003c\/strong\u003e ready for immediate shipment. If you don't see the vessel, company, or paint scheme you're searching for, it doesn't necessarily mean I don't build it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI produce models in small batches, and many vessels return as inventory is completed. If you're looking for a specific towboat, fleet, historical paint scheme, or quantity that isn't currently listed, please contact me. I'd be happy to discuss future production, business orders, or custom requests.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hold My Boat","offers":[{"title":"Jim Bernhardt","offer_id":52616310849847,"sku":null,"price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ray A. Eckstein","offer_id":52616310882615,"sku":null,"price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0797\/5551\/0071\/files\/IMG_7625.jpg?v=1783376582","url":"https:\/\/holdmyboat.com\/products\/m-v-jim-bernhardt-ray-a-eckstein-wbl-towboat-models","provider":"Hold My Boat","version":"1.0","type":"link"}