She was built in Brest between 1668 and 1670 by engineer Laurent Hubac, was launched in 1669, and stayed unused in Brest harbour for years. She was recommissioned with 112 guns and 1200 men when the Nine Years’ War broke out in 1688 as the flagship of the escadre du Ponant (squadron of the Ponant). The emblem of the “sun” had been chosen by Louis XIV as his personal symbol. This is a double plank-on-bulkhead kit, and all parts are laser cut for a accurate fit and ease of assembly. The kit comes complete with silk-screened flags, and cotton rigging. The detailing on this model is extraordinary, even among top-quality kits: there are over 300 bronze decorations, and countless other brass or walnut fittings for a museum quality finish! Length: 40.6 inches. Height: 30.1 inches. Our Ships and Kits Make Great Gifts and Projects! – The Ages of Sail crew. Add a map to your own listings. The item “Elegant, finely detailed wooden ship kit by Mantua Sergal Le Soleil Royal” is in sale since Friday, January 16, 2015. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Models & Kits\Boats, Ships\Other Boat, Ship Models & Kits”. The seller is “ageofsail” and is located in San Lorenzo, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Brand: Mantua
- MPN: 796