Mantua Sergal 779 USS Constitution Quality Wooden Kit 1/98
Lovely scale model of the American ship 'Constitution'. Plank on frame construction, the kit contains building plans with English instructions, walnut or lime planking, lost wax castings, wooden masts and spars, brass and walnut fittings, etched brass details, rigging cord and flag. All plywood parts are laser cut for accuracy. Scale 1:98 length 960mm
One of a small class of six three masted frigates specifically built to be larger and more powerful than British frigates at the time. Launched on 31st December 1797. She became known as 'Old Ironsides' after an epic engagement with HMS Guerriere. Continuing in service in service until 1897 when she was towed back to the scene of her launching in Boston, she remains as a museum item in service and as such is the oldest active in the world.