Scale 1:55 Length: 470mm This highly detailed model represents a gunboat galley of the American navy, used during the victorious battle of Lake Champlain in 1814, against the British fleet. These vessels were very agile and well armed, utilising both cannon and carronades. They were a very important contributory factor in the war of US independence. The kit includes all of the usual very high standard Amati parts; Pre-cut keel and frames - construction is double plank-on-frames for easy assembly, Wooden and metal fittings - masts & yards are walnut; cannon and carronade are solid brass, Sail cloth, Launch slip to display the model, Detailed plans and step-by-step instructions. Optional Extras Model Makers Glue Pack Deluxe Materials Speed Bond 112g Deluxe Materials Roket Max Thick Cyano (Super glue) Hobbies Planking Tool Set Plank Bending Tool with Blade 2 x 50mm Nylon Grip Clamps 2 x 75mm Nylon Grip Clamps Pen Grip Pin Pusher 7.5mm Brass Pins for Pin Pusher (Pack of 100) Rigging Tool Set Amati Rigging tools Micro snips Amati Loom-a-line