Hi Fox!
I know what you mean. I for instance, have taken a great interest in " Metal Earth by Fascinations" Kits. Why? Well, the constant referral to the instructions and teensy bending and folding, Keeps my hands in a fairly good rendition of " Younger Normal" instead of Shaky Old Digits"
Besides that. These kits can be amazing in and of itself because of, in some cases, the incredible detail! Oh! It may not all be little pieces, but the etching on the surfaces to help make it be a model are nothing short of amazing to me. Yes, Even though I understand the process fully, it still does Amaze!
Sadly though, They do not have any civilian ships I've seen except the Poor old Titanic. A nice selection of civilian yachts and boats from the late 50s up to the early 90s would be nice. I have the tanker and Offshore Platform. Not bad, But how a "Stick Ship" or L.N.G Tanker ?