Most model rockets are in three different skill levels from 1 to 3 which range from beginner, intermediate to advanced based on the builder's skill and the complexity of the rocket design. These rockets require both time and patience as the level of skill increases.

The Skill Level 1 rocket is the best for beginners in model rocket building. Some painting, glue and sand paper will be needed to assemble and finish the rocket. A good carpenters glue can be used to attach the balsa (wood fins) to the slotted cardboard body tube. The pre-molded plastic nose cone (tip of the rocket) and 'rub down' decals are included in the kit with complete step by step instructions.  Expect to spend at least half a day to build the rocket with 'glue setting time' in between.

The Skill Level 2 rocket is the first tier for the more advanced builder. Beginner building skills and finishing are required in this first tier of the more advanced (intermediate) rockets. Both balsa or plastic fins with plastic nose cones and unfinished body tubes are in this series of skill level 2. Assembly may take a full day as the building and finishing process gets a little more complex.  

 The Skill Level 3 rocket requires moderate building skills in construction and finishing of the model rocket.  This advanced level features multiple balsa fins and parts, unfinished body tues and much more complex designs and nose cones. Because of the complexity in building the skill level 3 rocket, building and construction may take a few days to complete.

Other Rockets

The E2X "fast build" rocket, or Skill Level 0 can be ready to launch in 30 minutes! These rockets are almost ready to fly because they require some assembly and glue.  One of the biggest advantages is all the parts are pre-colored plastic molded thereby requiring no painting or sanding.  Glue the parts together and you are good to go.

The Ready-To-Fly rocket comes already assembled with no painting or any other skills required.  The rocket is completely constructed from the pre-colored plastic parts to the decals. Just put in on the launch pad and watch it go.

Tip: Invest in a Tube Marking Guide to allow for accuracy and prescision in fin placement and construction.