This high quality, highly detailed, expert level, Harvey model is Brand New, fully assembled and ready for display (not a kit). The sailboat model is built exactly to scale as the original Harvey Baltimore Clipper was with many details. The task required skillful craftsmen hundreds of hours to accomplish. The model measures 35 long from bow to stern. It’s a fabulous boat model that will be a conversation piece for any room or office. Size: 35″ overall length x 26″ height x 8.3 width. Was built in 1847 in Baltimore, Maryland. Designed as a Baltimore Clipper. She was a very fast topsail schooner working out of the port of Galveston Texas. At the turn out the Century she was making several voyages a year between Galveston and the ancient Jewish port of Jaffa which at the time was still under the Ottaman empire. The Baltimore Clippers were topsail schooners or brigs with raked masts and sharp deep hulls that allowed them to sail close to the wind. They were orginally used as slavers and light cargo vessels, but their speed made them ideal privaters. The Chasseur was later nicknamed the “Pride of Baltimore” and a replica of her sails today and can be seen in Baltimore. 100% hand built from scratch using “plank on frame” construction method. Included with this intermediate level sailboat model is a solid wood base with a brass name plate. Condition: New (fully assembled). Undreds 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. Please browse in Capt. After that the item will be re listed. Models are securely packed with foam sheets, peanuts or bubble wraps. This item was in stock at the time of listing. This will assure that your message will be received. Auctiva Offers Free Image Hosting and Editing. Auctiva gets you noticed!
1847 Harvey Baltimore Clipper Wooden Model Tall Ship 35 Sailboat