Deans Marine boat kit HMS Amethyst [424scale 1/96 Length 958mm ; Beam 114mm; Sailing weight;3.1kgs
One of the oldest production kits in the Deans Marine range,
Computer generated colour coded printed plastic forms the main superstructure along with the 1mm plastic deck. To complete the construction of the model all complex parts are vacformed in 1mm plastic for funnel, boats, turrets etc.
A complete set of fittings is included in the kit with all detail parts such as weapons, deck fittings, etc, cast in light alloy. Larger item such as lockers, floats, and gun bases are moulded as resine castings for light weight. The lattice mast, such a notable feature of this class of ship is assembled from etched brass in four parts for simple assembly. Ladders and stanchions are also in etched brass to give a final showcase finish. Propshafts in stainless steel are cased in brass proptubes with fitted oilers and replacable bearings along with rudder and tiller arm.
These, together with a comprehensive instruction book with digital
please note the box is shop soiled but the contains A1 hence the price (list price £340 ish)
also the box is big so thats why collect in person
in original kit form not made up.