SKU:Y100
Captain Heritage
Defender Painted Large Sailboat Schooner Yacht Model
Defender Painted Large Sailboat Schooner Yacht Model
31.5L x 5.9W x 40.6H Inches (80.01L x 14.99W x 103.12H Cm)
Note: This is a special made to order item, delivery usually take 30-90 days. Custom features such as name plate or different paint schemes are available for additional charges.
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Description
Description
Defender was a groundbreaking yacht designed by Nathanael Herreshoff and built with aluminum-an innovation that initially caused corrosion issues. After overcoming these challenges, it went on to defeat Valkyrie III in three consecutive races, securing the 1895 America's Cup.Handcrafted from high-quality cedar wood combined with engineered wood, using the plank-on-frame construction method for durability and authenticity. Each model is 100% hand-built, requiring hundreds of hours to complete, with rigorous quality control at every stage. Master artisans carefully replicate Defender's original design using historical photographs and plans to ensure accuracy. Each model takes hundreds of hours to build, with strict quality control ensuring accuracy and craftsmanship.
