SS United States
CHF245.24
L: 81cm
B: 11cm
H: 23cm
United States remains the holder of the Blue Riband as the fastest passenger ship on the transatlantic route. She was used as a liner of the shipping company “United States Lines” for scheduled service from New York to Europe.
The turbine ship was built from 1950 to 1952 in Newport News. Her steam turbines were designed for aircraft carriers, giving her the most powerful propulsion system of any merchant ship ever built. Her top speed was 71 km/h.
After a long lay-up and several sales, United States was actually due to be scrapped, but a group of enthusiasts acquired the ship in 2011 for 3 million US dollars using donated funds. A combination as a hotel, museum and cultural ship is planned.
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The ship model shown is a scale replica of the SS United States.
This model was made 100% by hand and with precision using traditional frame construction with hull planking.
Exotic fine woods such as teak, mahogany, rosewood or mango are used, among others, resulting in a valuable and decorative premium model as the finished product.
After completion, the hull is carefully sanded and painted where intended. The model is then coated with a protective clear varnish.
Ornaments and decorative details (e.g. cannons, portholes, anchors, dials and wheels …) are made of brass, chrome or other high-quality metals.
The sails are made of fabric or silk, the masts of wood, and the rigging of sturdy cotton threads. Some of these ropes have special knots that allow the ropes to be tightened at any time.
Our models undergo strict quality control so that we can offer you a flawless product. Customer satisfaction is our highest priority. All models are delivered fully assembled.
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