Amati 1/50 Scale Egyptian Ship Sahure Dynasty Model Kit

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  Scale: 1:50 Length: 350mm Kit includes precut keel and frames; wooden and metal fittings; cloth sails  Plans with English instructions   In King Sahure's burial temple were found reliefs showing the departure and return of a fleet and thanks to these reliefs the reconstruction of the model is possible. Sea going ships they were probablyused to transport wood and myrrh from Syria and Lebanon. Typical vessel used during the reign of King Sahure, this Egyptian ship carried cedar and ebony from Lebanon to Egypt. Shipbuilders of that era did not use pegs (treenails) but relied on rope to keep their ships afloat. Keel, frames and deck were tightly tied together. The model is made enchanting by the particular construction system 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