A highly detailed wooden model kit of the Principe de Asturias by Artesania Latina.

The Principe de Asturias was a splendid ship fitted out with three bridges and 112 cannons, which was launched at the Le Habana shipyard in 1794. The ship took a leading part in the Battle of Trafalgar on 21st October 1805, as part of the Spanish-French Squadron.

The commander at the time of the battle was Rafael de Hore and this kit is a replica of his launch.

Artesania Latina only use the finest components in their kits:

• Cast metal fittings
• Brass parts
• Ramin, Ottone, Sapelli, and Africano wooden planks and other wooden fittings
• Cotton thread in several sizes and colours
• Pre-cut hull skeleton frames
• Full photographic and written instructions

• Dimensions: 450×290×80mm
• Scale: 1:50
• Glue and Paints need to be purchased separately

An excellent kit for your introduction into the relaxing world of wooden sailing ship modeling.