The H.M.S. Endeavour was launched in 1765 and was acquired three years later by the British Admiralty and prepared for a three year voyage under the command of the famous Captain James Cook.

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, deck lights, rings, and more
• Three colors of thread, brown and raw (pale green) for different rigging applications

INCLUDES:  One Latina 1:50 scale Endeavour's Longboat 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: 16.53" (420mm)
Height: 10.6" (270mm)
Beam:   3.53" (90mm)

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.