In 1851, a syndicate of NYYC enthusiasts built and raced America and captured the One Hundred Sovereign Cup at the annual regatta of the Royal Yacht Squadron, Cowes, England. In 1857, the trophy was donated to the NYYC, renamed the Americas Cup, and thus was the beginning of the Americas Cup races as we know them today. KIT FEATURES – Laser cut wooden parts for ease of assembly – Authentic plank-on-bulkhead construction – High quality basswood planking strips – True-to-scale Britannia metal, brass and hardwood fittings – Three sheets of detailed plans and illustrated step-by-step instruction manual – Four page parts list MODEL SPECIFICATIONS – Length 25″ – Height 20-1/2″ – Scale 3/16 = 1 ft. (1:64) Everything needed to build this model except glue and paint. Fully illustrated instruction manuals and actual size plan sheets will assure you a smooth and successful build.