Soleil Royale ship model kit *****

Soleil Royale 1669

• Dimensions: 103 cm (length) × 44 cm (width) × 76.5 cm (height)
• Scale: 1:77
• 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:
  The Soleil Royale (Royal Sun) was a French 104-gun ship of the line, flagship of Admiral Tourville.
  She was built in Brest between 1669 and 1671 by engineer Laurent Hubac, and commissioned as the flagship of the escadre du Ponant (squadron of the Ponant).
  She was said to be a very good sailing ship and her decorations were among the most beautiful and elaborate of all baroque flagships. The emblem of the sun had been chosen by Louis XIV as his personal symbol. The battle of Barfleur began on 19th May 1692 and lasted for almost two days. Having been badly damaged she disengaged together with three others and was systematically destroyed by cannon shot and fire by the Anglo/Dutch fleet. It was reported that her destroyers were ashamed to be a part of her destruction.
  The Sergal Kit of the Soleil Royale Features: A double plank on frame hull construction, building plans with general details, English instructions, lost wax brass castings, 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.