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Master and Commander HMS Surprise Tall Model Ship 38" Limited
Ready for Immediate Display - Not a Model Ship kit
Finely-crafted details and museum-quality features define these Limited Edition scale replica tall ship models of the HMS Surprise. Devoted attention to historical accuracy ensures that every detail on HMS Surprise matches the Royal Navy’s Napoleonic Wars-era fighting tall ship made famous by Patrick O’Brian’s Aubrey-Maturin series and the film Master and Commander: Far Side of the World starring Russel Crowe. As the centerpiece of a den, office or meeting room, or perhaps setting a patriotic nautical tone for a family living room or corporate boardroom, this Limited Edition tall model ship is certain to inspire with her indomitable spirit and patriotic history.
38" Long x 12" Wide x 28" High (1:64 scale)
Built from scratch over hundreds of hours by master artisans
High quality woods include cherry, birch, maple and rosewood
Individual wooden planks used in hull construction
Meticulous painting accurately matches the real HMS Surprise
Museum Quality features not available in other tall ship models under $3,000 or any kit
Accurate beakhead design and scrollwork
Netting on bow and along gunwale to prevent boarding
Increased detail of deck features, cannon carriages, painting and other features
200% more rigging than 30” model features over 200 blocks and deadeyes
Metal anchors weigh aside the bow
Cannon carriages tied-down to deck to reduce recoil
Other Amazing Details, including:
Planked deck with nail holes
Authentic scale lifeboats
Rudder chains, cannonball racks
Solid brass cannons and metal anchors
Additional deck details such as cannon balls, barrels, etc.
Masterfully stitched, heavy canvas sails hold shape and do not wrinkle
Taut rigging with varied thread gauge and color
Limited production run only 50 of this tall ship model
Certificate of Authenticity individually numbered and signed by HMS Founder and Master Builder Richard Norris
Wooden display base features four arched dolphins
Pictured with marble base (available for purchase)
Extensive research of original plans, historical drawings and paintings as well as actual photographs ensures the highest possible accuracy