This Static Display boat is an all-wood replica of the Swift Virginia Pilot Boat used by the British Navy as dispatch boats.  Latina rates the difficulty level at one anchor, recommended for beginning modelers.

FEATURES:

• Hand sewn and sized cloth sails.
• All-wood construction features african walnut, ramin, sapele, coral, plywood and boxwood.
• Brass hardware such as eyebolts, rings, belaying pins, and more.
• Three colors of thread, brown and raw (pale green) for different rigging applications.

INCLUDES:  One Latina 1:50 Scale Swift Pilot Boat Kit with pre-sewn sails, all fittings and rigging, all deck planking, hull, masts, bowsprit, three rolls of rigging thread, flag, photo-illustrated instruction sheet and plans.

REQUIRES:  Building tools, glue.

SPECS:   

Scale:   1:50  (1ft = 6/25")
Length: 21.25" (540mm)
Height: 18.11" (460mm)
Beam:    4.33" (110mm)

COMMENTS:  Even though the manufacturer rates this kit as easy to build, this model contains many pieces and much finish work is required.  Previous modeling experience is helpful.

Used with permission, copyright (c)2009 IMEX© Model Co. Inc./Hobbico Inc.