Dragon 1929 Half Hull Model Ship

Dragon 1929 Half Hull Model Ship - The first Dragon was built in 1929 in Gothenburg, Sweden. The sailing qualities of the Dragon are so good that the boat is practically used for cruising and regatta all over the world, and especially in Europe, where it has become extremely popular.

In the course of time, the dragon has gradually been changed into a regatta boat, and it is no longer built in accordance with the original specifications. Both the cabin and the canvas have been changed, so today it is actually only the hull, which is original.

In 1948 the Dragon was made an olympic class of boats, and all measures were stipulated by the International Yachting Union. Since 1929 this type of boat has participated in numerous Scandinavian and International regattas and it is still one of the most popular boats.

The Art of making half hulls is as old as ship building itself. Half Hulls were crafted by ship builders to give three-dimensional shape to their hull designs.

Crafted in mahogany and tropical hard woods, the hulls are assembled one at a time, using traditional plank-on-bulkhead modelling techniques.

After the bulkheads are laid and the hull lines trued, the hulls are planked with individual wooden stripes to form a smooth silhouette. The model is then sanded, hand painted and varnished to a mirror-like finish.

They are then mounted on ready to hang wooden plaque, each is complete with an engraved brass nameplate. Their lines are exceptionally beautiful. Add excitement and exhilaration to any nautical home decor. Packaging is extemely secure to allow for a safe passage.

Model Ship measures: 75 cm L x 20 cm Hgh