Dimenssion: L: 33 W: 5.5 H: 28 Inches
History: The 19th century racing yacht, America, was given its name after the first international sailing trophy that it won - the Americas Cup. This schooner was designed by George Steers for Commodore John Cox Stevens and a syndicate from the Yacht Club of New York. On Aug 22, 1851, the America won by over 20 minutes in the Royal Yacht Squadrons 53 mile regatta around the Isle of Wight, capturing the "One Hundred Sovereign Cup. Queen Victoria, who was watching at the finish line, was reported to have asked who was second, the famous answer being: "Ah, Your Majesty, there is no second.
Features : Our America Yacht model is scratched built plank on frame from cherry wood and clear varnishedThis model is completely hand built by skillful and creative master craftsmen; you will be amazed at how real it looksThe shines on the hull is truly beautifulPure wooden ornaments such as: 3 wooden stands, 3 wooden bunkers, 3 large masts with fabric sails and detailed stitching, all rigging are matching colors, 1 metal stick in the navigation area, 1 wooden propeller, 1 long stripe around the hull of the yacht, and many moreWe absolutely use no plastic parts only high quality wood and metalOur model was built according to scale through original plans, pictures and drawingsThis beautiful model is rested on a painted wooden stand with 2 crafted poles sustaining itTo enhanced value and recognition, a metal plate embedded with America 1851 is neatly glue to the standThe masts are fold flat down for easy shipping purposesSemi-assembly are required
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Product Code: Y001
SKU: OMHI-Y001