Our Crew

	Randy Skinner President Full time scale model builder for over 25 years. Worked as President and Owner of Scale Reproductions, Inc. from 1986 till 2002. Managed the construction of over 1000 scratch built maritime scale models during that time. Proficient in Auto Cad and 3d Modeling softwares. Developed the use of CNC Laser Cutting and FDM production into the creation of scale model building. Exhibitor in the International Work Boat Show for 22 consecutive years.

	Aaron Cook Office Manager Aaron has taken the position of in-house accountant, his job title includes all invoices and records of Skinner Models, Inc. You will also see him fulfilling a roll in marketing in the future. He is one of the most important employees, he writes the pay checks for us all.

	Jerrod Mashburn Engineering Manager Full time scale model builder for over 5 years. Worked for Scale Reproduction, Inc. for 5 years in the area of Auto Cad, main frame scale model construction and fine detail work. Also has the talent of operating CNC controlled machines. One of the few employees that can do it all.

	Bill Brewer Senior Craftsman Full time scale model builder for 25 years. Worked for Rust International Piping and Design Models for nearly 10 years. 12 years for Scale Reproductions, Inc. in the production of maritime models and 3 years for Scale Reproductions, LLC. Now employed by Skinner Models, Inc. Extremely proficient in fine detailing of scale models.

	Mike Dana Senior Craftsman Mike worked as a craftsman at Scale Reproductions, Inc. for 14 consecutive years. His job description during that time ranged from total scale model construction to inventory. He is a great craftsman and a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Mike took a year off and is now in Afghanistan as a sub contractor to the Army. He is due back in the shop January '08. Be safe, Mike, we will be glad to see you back in the shop.

	Stephen Hall Senior Craftsman A craftsman since 1978 working in the fields of woodworking, pattern maker, cabinets, architectural millwork and scale models. This time has included 4 years in the US Army and 2.5 years at Scale Reproductions, LLC. Stephen brings knowledge of a variety of areas. Stephen built the stained glass behind him in the photo. He was trained as a sniper in the Army, don’t think we will be using that talent.

	Charles Laut Craftsman Charles, 33 years old from Farmington, MO, has spent most of the last 15 years as a welder and steel fabricator. While living in Phoenix, AZ throughout his 20’s experimented with various artistic mediums, such as steel sculpture and glass blowing. Now with over a year of full time model building he lives in Fairhope, AL. He also has a talent for drawing with AutoCAD to produce cut files for the laser.

	Shane Northcutt Craftsman Shane spent several years in a marine repair yard working on the full scale boats, now he is proving himself as an outstanding craftsman in mid level to finish detail on the models. He built an entire OSV as his first project, it was great.

	Alan Willcutt Craftsman Alan spent over 25 years as a glass installer and construction craftsman. Now builds hulls and finishes out the fiberglass parts…very talented.

	Ed Schultz Craftsman The New New Guy, Ed has been a dedicated letter carrier for over 25 years, as well as the acting Postmaster of Point Clear, AL. Ed is quickly proving himself as a finish detail craftsman who is also skilled in mid level build up as well.

	Jeff Swartz Craftsman Once the New Guy, now he has proven himself as an outstanding "below the waterline" craftsman. Jeff will be out to New York then the Middle East for the next few months.

	David Wood Custom table builder for 15 years. Worked for Scale Reproductions, Inc. for 12 years as base and table builder. Proficient in working with hardwoods and finishing techniques. David now builds all custom wood bases and tables with legs for Skinner Models, Inc., as a sub contractor.

	John John has worked for Randy Skinner as a finish craftsman for many years. He is a pilot and works in the shop part time. Thanks John for your help.