Midwest's line of Success Series boat kits are designed and engineered to provide you a successful and enjoyable experience. All of Midwest's Apprentice Series model kits contain Laser-cut Basswood parts and an extensive all English, illustrated, step-by-step manual that makes building a pleasure. Build a little piece of American history. Midwest's Apprentice Boats are modeled after the original boats used in the 1800s and early 1900s. When you build these boats, you will learn real boat building techniques.