CM466 - USS Wasp (CV-7) 30 Inches Aircraft Carrier Model

Specification: Item CM466 - 30L x 1W x 1H Inches (76.2L x 2.5W x 2.5H Cm)

Price: $ 3,493.00 (Only 1 left in stock )

Description:

The USS Wasp (CV-7) was a historic aircraft carrier that served valiantly during World War II, known for its resilience and key role in several Pacific battles.

This 30-inch model is expertly crafted from premium Canadian red cedar, Teak, and Mahogany,... using the plank-on-frame technique, taking 3 to 6 months to complete.

Each USS Wasp CV 7 model​ we craft is built with precision, care, and your complete satisfaction in mind. We’ll keep you involved every step of the way with detailed photo updates at each key stage:

- Hull construction
- Deck detailing and structures
- Final painting and finishing touches

Once you approve the final result, your model will be securely packed in a custom wooden crate with protective cushioning — ensuring safe delivery to any destination worldwide.

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History:

USS Wasp (CV-7) was a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier commissioned in 1940 as part of the pre–World War II naval expansion. She was a unique design, built under treaty limitations to be smaller and lighter than her predecessors while still carrying a sizable air wing. Despite her compromises, Wasp quickly became an important asset in the early stages of the war.

In 1942, Wasp (CV-7) played a key role in ferrying aircraft to the embattled island of Malta and later supported the Allied invasion of Guadalcanal in the Pacific Theater. Her aircraft provided crucial air cover during the initial landings and naval engagements. However, she lacked adequate armor protection compared to later carriers.

On September 15, 1942, USS Wasp (CV-7) was struck by torpedoes from the Japanese submarine I-19 and suffered massive fires and explosions. She was abandoned and later scuttled. Her loss was a significant blow during a critical phase of the Pacific War.