Constitution, a three-mast frigate, is the world’s oldest commissioned Warship. Constitution, a three-mast frigate, is the world’s oldest commissioned warship. Built primarily with dense southern live oak, its hull was 21 inches thick in an era when 18 inches was common. Paul Revere forged the copper spikes and bolts that held the planks in place. It was during the ferocious battle with the Guerriere that British seamen, astonished at how their cannonballs were bouncing off the Constitution’s hull, cried out, Sir, Her sides are made from Iron! ” Hence, the nickname, “Old Ironsides. The Constitution today is a national landmark and is currently docked in Boston. Master craftsmen using historical photographs, drawings or original plans meticulously handcraft these highly detailed wood models from scratch. They are built to scale with high-grade wood such as: western red cedar, rosewood, and mahogany. They are 100% hand built individually using plank-on-frame construction method and are similar to the building of actual ships. Each model requires hundreds of hours to finish and must go through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. The front bowsprit and three large masts are connected securely using advanced rigging and lines painstakingly knotted and fastened by hand. Each yard has an attached hand-stitched rolled-up sails made of fine linen. The glorious American flag are attached to the mizzen yard. It’ll make a perfect gift for home or office decorator, boat enthusiast or passionate collector. This is Museum-quality, Fully Assembled edition of the famous USS Constitution “Old ironside”. It is part of an exclusive edition where the hull is laser cut with a unique serial number. The model is 100% hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. Our master craftsmen have spent more than 100 hours to finish it. One bold feature that makes this model standout is the art of wood use. Rosewood, mahogany, teak and other exotic woods are carefully selected to accent each part of the model. This replicas magnificent details include metal anchors and cannons, authentic crows nest, advanced intricate rigging, rolled sails, wood inlay hull, inlay deck, an ornate stern and many more. Comes on a solid wood base, with metal nameplate. 100% hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. Size: 22.5″ overall length x 19.5″ height x 7.5 width. Condition: New (fully assembled). Hundreds of hours where required to finish this model sailboat. Completed model contains thousands of details created by skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood, Mahogany, Teak and other exotic tropical wood. Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of this model. Extensive research through original plans and pictures make this model authentic. This model went through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Established in 1999, Old-Modern Handicrafts is a leading factory in manufacturing high quality wooden model ships. They are pleased to let you know that their products are proudly displayed in the world’s most luxurious galleries in 5 star resorts like The Venetian or Caesar Palace, Las Vegas. From New York to Los Angeles, from London to Paris, Seoul to Tokyo, you can find their products in the center of gorgeous galleries. Museums also display their products; celebrities own their products. Television channels like ABC, or NBC use their products in their shows. Here are some product highlights that lead them to success: 100% hand built from scratch using “plank on frame” method. Hundreds of hours are required to finish a model at museum-quality level, such as HMS Victory or USS Constitution. Completed models contain thousands of details created by their skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood, Mahogany, Teak and other exotic tropical woods. Chrome, brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of their models Extensive research through original plans and pictures make their models authentic. Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Its just the perfect gift for home or office decorator, boat enthusiast or passionate collector. All items are in stock when they are listed. Inventory is tracked and updated regularly. We will offer other items in similar style and quality. Packing: Items are securely packed peanuts or bubble wraps. Your satisfaction is guaranteed! Sellers: Add a FREE map to your listings. The item “T089 USS Constitution 1798 Warship 22.5 Wooden Model Tall Ship Sailboat New” is in sale since Saturday, November 01, 2014. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Models & Kits\Boats, Ships\Wooden”. The seller is “apexgift” and is located in Staten Island, New York. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Brand: Old-Modern Handicrafts
- Character Family: Nautical decor
- MPN: T089
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Vietnam
- Type: Fully assembled Ship and ready for display
- Meterial: wood and metal.
- Quality: Magnificent Museum-Quality
- Dimensions: L: 22.5 W: 7.5 H: 19.5 Inches
- Construction:: plank-on-frame
- Model: 1798 U.S.S. Constitution Warship
- UPC: Does not apply