Sovereign of the Seas ship model kit *****

Sovereign of the Seas 1637

• Dimensions: 110 cm (length) × 43.5 cm (width) × 86.5 cm (height)
• Scale: 1:60
• Materials: wood, metal, canvas
• Difficulty:*****
  If you have already built a few models and are looking for a new challenge, this kit offers an opportunity to develop your ship modelling skills. The materials used in this wooden model largely match those of the original ship. The parts are assembled using glue and nails.

  The enclosed plans guide you through construction step by step in English and Italian.

  Laser-cut parts ensure accurate dimensions.

  Paint, glue and tools are not included.

• Ship history:
  
  Length: 70.7 m
  Width: 14.2m
  Diving depth: 7.1m
  Water displacement: 1141t
  Crew: 250 people plus gunners and soldiers
  Armament: 102 guns
  Country: England 1637

  Charles I ordered the construction of the Ruler of the Seas at Phineas Pett in 1634. It was launched in 1637.
  The ship was about a hundred years ahead of its time. According to the general opinion, it would have held its own in the Battle of Trafalgar. Its richly decorated figurehead depicts the king on horseback trampling the enemy. On the front, there are English, Scottish, Irish, French symbols of power, and on the back it is dominated by the goddess of victory surrounded by mythological statues. There are flanked shields, helmets, musical instruments and the signs of the zodiac. Because of the rich gold decoration, the ship was only called the “Gilded Devil”. Its cost was 65,500 pounds, which was created by the introduction of a new type of tax, ship money. Technical innovations appeared in the sail width and the rounding of the stern. It carried 11 anchors due to its size. In 1651, its superstructure was lowered, and then completely rebuilt in 1659/60. The ship was then called the Sovereign, and although it appeared in many battles, a candle signaled its end in 1703 at the Chatham docks. The candle was left burning in the petty officer’s quarters, and the ship burned down.

  The Sergal Kit of the Sovereign Features: A double plank on frame hull construction, building plans with general details, English instructions, lost wax brass castings, walnut and balsa hull planking, wooden masts and spars, brass and walnut fittings, etched brass details, rigging cord and silk flags. All sheet ply sections are Laser cut for accuracy. A full color poster is provided with the kit to show the beauty of the finished model.