Calypso Ship Model Kit – Billing Boats (B560)
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About the Boulogne Etaples Developed as a trawler fishing boat, the Boulogne Etaples original design can still be seen in many ports along the French Channel. With a hull of steel, these stern trawlers would catch hauls of fish using nets and a tricing line at the rear of the boat. While you might not…
About Palamos Used predominantly for inshore fishing, the Palamos is an example of a vessel common to the coasts of Spain. The hull is multipurpose, with features that adapt perfectly to the conditions of the Mediterranean Sea. A charming vessel, this model kit will allow you to capture the heart of the Spanish coast. About…
About the San Juan The San Juan was a felucca ship with a very important distinction. Following the War of Independence, Spain had lost all American colonies and merchant marine ships were scarce. In order to re-establish the routes to the Antilles, small coastal sailing boats remained. Eventually, trade was re-opened following a Royal Decree…
About the Buccaneer In the 17th and 18th centuries, the Buccaneer ship played a huge part in the rise of piracy. These ships were usually operating in the Caribbean, lying in wait on the trade route between America and Europe. While pirates engaged in looting merchant ships and coastal cities, buccaneers were involved with smuggling,…
About the HMS Golden Hind Having been around the globe and back, this HMS Golden Hind model kit will be a great chance to rebuild a piece of history. Navigated by Sir Frances Drake between 1577 and 1580, and partly sponsored by Elizabeth I, this is one of the most famous galleon ships in the…
About the HMS Terror The HMS Terror was a specialised warship constructed for the Royal Navy in 1813. Taking parts in several battles, including the Battle of Baltimore, the name was certainly appropriate for this ship. Following this, Terror was converted into a polar exploration ship, though was lost during Sir John Franklin’s attempt to…
About the HMS Beagle The HMS Beagle was launched in 1820 and was a ten-gun brig-sloop of the Royal Navy. From taking part in celebrations for King George IV’s coronation to carrying Charles Darwin on its second voyage, it is notable for its historic stories. At just over 90ft long, the HMS Beagle was a…
About the Essex The story of the Essex ship is one we all know. A whaling ship, it launched in 1799 and was a successful ship known to be a ‘lucky’ vessel. In 1820, however, it seemed this luck had run out as the ship was attacked and sunk by a Sperm Whale – only…
About the Candelaria A Mediterranean bomb vessel, the Candelaria was the size of a brig, though it was broader and had two masts. Designed specifically to work as a floating battery when blockading ports or during sieges of sea forts, the Candelaria was a force to be reckoned with. This model kit will offer a…
About the Aurora The Aurora is a classic example of a Spanish brig, used mainly for naval transport in the 19th and 20th centuries. Due to commercial agreements between Spain and its overseas colonies, ships like the Aurora were integral to trade and international relations. This type of brig was mainly used for travel to…
About the HMS Revenge The HMS Revenge was built in the shipyards of Deptford, 1577. It was unique in that it had a lower ratio between the length and breadth of the ship, so artillery stability was much better. Under the command of Sir Francis Drake, HMS Revenge took part in several battles and was…
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