At 30" long, Constructo's
Cutty Sark model ship kit is just the right size for easy building and convenient display.
Traditional plank-on-bulkhead construction uses pre-cut plywood for frames and keel. The deck is covered with individual strips of walnut, while the hull features a beautiful contrast of dark walnut and lighter limewood planking. Boxwood deadeyes and blocks, numerous beech and bokapi parts are ready to use. Fittings include burnished metal ports, white metal anchors, davits and capstan, brass wire, chain, pin nails and ladder, plus highly detailed photo-etched brass ornamentation. Three diameters of rigging, cotton sail material, silk-screened flag and wooden display base complete the kit. Precisely drawn plans place special emphasis on rigging, and illustrated instructions are complete with a parts list.
Intermediate Skill Level.
Scale: 1:115
For new or limited experience wood modelers,we strongly recommend the technique bookShip Modeling Simplified.
Please note: The manufacturer of this wood kit is based in Spain.Although complete plans and instructions are included, the limited English instructionsprovided require critical thinking and some modification as needed.This is not a build by numbers kit, and is not for everyone. Additional technique books, and oraccess to the advice of an experienced wood modeler or wood model club isrecommended.