All together four ships have carried the name “Soleil Royale” but only the second ever won renown. She was launched from Brest in the late 1600’s and took part in the battle of Barfleur. However she would have been remembered for her beauty alone, the design and ornamentation were of such extravagance to have won a place in naval history. The battle of Barfleur began on 19th May 1692 and lasted for almost two days. Having been badly damaged she disengaged together with three others and was systematically destroyed by cannon shot and fire by the Anglo/Dutch fleet. It was reported that her destroyers were ashamed to be a part of her destruction. A plank on frame construction, the kit contains:- Building plans with general details, English instructions, lost wax brass castings, walnut or lime planking, wooden masts and spars, brass and walnut fittings, etched brass details, rigging cord and silk flags. All sheet ply sections are laser cut for accuracy. Scale 1:77 Length 1030mm Hobbies Planking Tool Set Contains: Plank Bending Tool with Blade 2 x 50mm Nylon Grip Clamps 2 x 75mm Nylon Grip Clamps Pen Grip Pin Pusher Brass Pins for Pin Pusher (Pack of 100) Model Makers Glue Pack Contains: Deluxe Materials Speed Bond 112g Deluxe Materials Roket Max Thick Cyano (Super glue)