Model Shipways #MS1457 18th Century Longboat Ship Kit, 1/48
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18th Century Longboat Kit: 1/48 Scale, Plank on Frame Construction
The longboat was the largest boat aboard an 18th century ship. The longboat was an 18th century ship’s principal lifeboat and it was also used for coming and going to the ship to transport supplies and take empty water casks ashore to be filled with fresh water. Longboats were kept fully provisioned at all times in case of an emergency.
Longboats were carvel built with the planks meeting flush at the seams rather than overlapping. A full bow, high sides and fine aft lines made it fairly seaworthy in heavy winds and steep waves. The interior was fitted with thwarts to accommodate eight to ten oarsmen. Many longboats were equipped with a removable mast and sails to allow for more extended voyages. A gun could also be mounted in the bow of the longboat.
This kit was designed by master ship modeler Chuck Passaro and is a true plank-on-frame model, built much like the real longboats of the 18th century.
The kit uses the finest laser cut basswood for false keel, ribs, locker, floorboards and thwarts. Other materials include brass strips, belaying pins, eyebolts and nails, wooden blocks and deadeyes, black and tan rigging line plus cast metal anchor. Pre-printed side friezes and stern decorations are included as well.
Two sheets of plans and a 20-page illustrated instruction manual address every detail of construction.
Model Shipways no. MS1457
Dimensions: 11-3/4 inches long x 10 inches high
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals, including Wood Dust which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to: www.p65warnings.ca.gov
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Brand: Model Shipways
Item Weight: 1.05 lb
Item Dimensions: 15.5 x 7.8 x 2.5 inches
List Price: $72.95
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