USS CONSTELLATION XL 50" wooden ship model sailing boat

USS CONSTELLATION
XL 50" handcrafted wood ship model
 

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Dimensions: 50" (long) x 15" (wide) x 37" (high)

Scale: 1/68.
Dimensions: 50" (L) x 15" (W) x 37" (H) or (127 cm x 38 cm x 94 cm)
Note: this USS Constellation ship model is shipped to you fully assembled and ready for display, except that the bowsprit is not in position during shipping to reduce damage risk and to save on shipping cost. Installing only involves tightening rigging lines since they're correctly attached to the bowsprit.

This premium quality USS Constellation ship model is masterfully crafted 100% by hands from scratch. The workmanship is exquisite and is a wonderful example of the finest handicraft. The model is in perfect and brand new condition, with no flaws to mention but eye catching and amazing details of a real charming piece of art. Even though photos couldn't capture very well its elegance and stylish design, you can see this object's glamour from the excellent curved hull to tiny decor parts. All of those little details add finishing touches to the boat. The replica is ideally suited for collectables or gift purposes. It's supplied with an attached base for display. Imagine a great centerpiece of your home or office which will accent any décor. Let your USS Constellation ship model be the center of attention in your room.

Built from scratch by experienced master modelers and skillful craftsmen. Hundreds of hours of careful and talented work spent into each model.
Plank on frame construction: reproduce closely the structure of the real ship. The keel is set, the frame is setup, then the hull is planked like a real ship would be planked.
Extensive research: sophisticated drawing plans obtained from libraries, museums and model companies.
XL large scale: make it possible to incorporate almost all details of the real ship into model.
Properly choosy wood for each application: straight close grain, durable quality hardwoods used such as rosewood, mahogany, teak, jackfruit, apple, and along with various other exotic wood.
Elaborate rigging: correct rigging line in different diameters, exact drawing plan's rigging scheme. Linen - the best material for rigging lines is used.
Realistic weathered cloth sails: full size but lightweight, smooth and tightly woven.
Thousands of handcrafted details: proportioned, accurate in scale, well-finished, correctly painted.
Completed as a work of art. Stand included to support the model. It's ready to display this incredible replica proudly!
This model is carefully secure and packed inside a wooden crate and a carton box to insure a safe transportation.

USS Constellation, a ship with so many diverse activities during her active life, started active life in 1798 and was withdrawn from service in 1955. Her missions were various; seizing numerous ships, defending the Hawaii Islands against annexation by the British in 1843, and transporting food to Ireland during the great famine between 1845 and 1849. At the outbreak of the Civil War, she made the first Union Navy capture, overpowering Triton, a slaver brig in coastal waters off Africa. She then spent two years on the Mediterranean station attempting to capture the Confederate commerce raider Sumter. She also served briefly with Farragut's Gulf Blockading Squadron. After the war she saw various duties, carrying famine relief stores to Ireland and carrying precious American works of art to the Paris Exposition of 1895. It was also the first US Warship to visit China in 1842. She was used extensively as a training ship for Naval Academy midshipmen. During World War II, she served as relief flagship for the Admiral of the Atlantic Fleet. She is the last existing Civil War era naval vessel and the last sail-powered warship built by the U.S. Navy. Today she brings back glorious memories to tens of thousands of tourists that visit her each year in Baltimore.

• Extremely fast shipping. Item is sent out within 1 business day after payment, and a tracking number is provided shortly
• Shipping/handling charge is $95 (insurance included, secure packaging) to anywhere within continental U.S.A. (lower 48 states)
• Item is shipped via Ground/Freight shipping (3-6 business days within 48 states) with tracking number
• Bidders from Hawaii, Alaska, PR and international please email me before bidding for shipping information.
• Shipping & handling charge is non-refundable.
• Local pickup is not available. Tax: 8.25 % (only in Texas)

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• Payment must be received within 1 week from the end of the auction. 
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