ROYAL LOUIS
XL 49" handcrafted wood ship model
Dimensions: 49" (long) x 14" (wide) x 38" (high) Scale: 1/78. Dimensions: 49" (L) x 14" (W) x 38" (H) or (125 cm x 35 cm x 97 cm) Note: this Royal Louis 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 Royal Louis 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 Royal Louis 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 ensuring an accurate replica. 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 Royal Louis's rigging scheme. Linen - the best material for rigging lines is used. Realistic weathered cloth sails: full size but lightweight, smooth and tightly woven. Color scheme: meticulously painted to the actual Royal Louis. 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. The Royal Louis was a 3-deck vessel with 120 guns. Its captain was a Squadron Admiral. It was one of the most powerful first-rank vessels belonging to the French Royal Navy at the time. This model represents the Royal Louis according to the plans of 1779, when it was the admiral ship of the blue and white Squadron, being part of the American Squadron, also called Earl Estaing’s. Shipping & handling : 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 in 48 lower USA states (insurance included, secure packaging) 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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