Description
- Wasa (1) Boat Historical Significance: this model ship kit is a replica of the famous boat Wasa (1) - When she set sail on her maiden voyage, the ship of the line Wasa was the most impressive ship in the Swedish Navy. She sank within minutes, not a mile from Land, and it would be 333 years before she was salvaged. Named for the Royal House of Wasa, she was built for the Navy of Gustavus Adolphus, then the dominant military force in the Baltic when Sweden was at war with Poland
- Replica Boat Kit Material: ship model kit is manufactured from high-quality wood for a genuine look. Premium-grade brass fittings add to the durability of the boat replica
- Versatile Model Boat Kit: Wasa (1) Boat replica can be used for creating a unique decor in the living room or gift it to someone who is boat enthusiast or love to collect ship models. From hotel lobbies to recreation areas in resorts and educational institutions, this handcrafted ship model makes a perfect interior decor accessory
- Box Contents: boat model kit comes with building plans and English instructions, lost wax brass castings walnut or lime planking, wooden masts and spars, brass and walnut fittings, laser etched details, rigging cord and silk flag. All sheet ply sections are laser cut for accuracy
- More Information: replica boat making kit is not R/C compatible. Measurement of model ship hobby kit is 118cm x 94cm x 42cm, scale 1 to 60. Wasa (1) Boat model kit is designed by a team of nautical experts. Ideal for expert level users
When she set sail on her maiden voyage, the ship of the line Wasa was the most impressive ship in the Swedish Navy. The Wasa Ship sank within minutes, not a mile from Land, and it would be 333 years before she was salvaged. Named for the Royal House of Wasa, she was built for the Navy of Gustavus Adolphus, then the dominant military force in the Baltic when Sweden was at war with Poland. Wasa Ship Model was scheduled to join the existing fleet and on April 10, 1628, she sailed from Stockholm with about 250 people aboard. Orders of the day read "If anyone wishes to have his wife with him, he is free to do so here in the Stockholm Channel, but not on a voyage where the objective is the enemy". The boat model kit comes with building plans and English instructions, lost wax brass castings walnut or lime planking, wooden masts and spars, brass and walnut fittings, laser etched details, rigging cord and silk flag. All sheet ply sections are laser cut for accuracy.
