T059 - Royal Louis E.E.

* * * * ( 4 ratings )

T059 Royal Louis E.E. t059-royal-louis-ee-l01.jpg

Specification: Item T059 - 37L x 12W x 36H Inches (94L x 30.5W x 91.4H Cm)

Price: $ 909.77 (5+ in stock)

Description:

This is a magnificent museum quality model of the Royal Louis. It was 100% hand built "plank on the frame" by the master craftsmen. This model is made of mahogany and teak. Stripes of rosewood were added to increase its exotic value. Around her hull, you can see brass cannons, brass rails and fittings, a big brass figurehead in front of the bow, beautiful art works around the stern. On the deck, there are stairs connected different floors; a big wooden dinghy that comes with its own paddles, sky light panel, ship wheel, ship bell...etc. The details are just amazing. It takes hundreds of hours to build the hull and the riggings. The model comes with its original French flags and rest on a steady wooden base with attached metal name plate. This is an exclusive edition of the Royal Louis, where the model is uniquely identified by a laser cut hull serial number.

History:

The Royal Louis, with 120 cannons and 1,200 crewmen, was the largest and most powerful tall ship of the French Navy in the late 1700s. Her captain was a Squadron Admiral. Able to shot 48-pound bronze cannonballs, the Royal Louis had unrivaled firepower. It was a huge vessel, dwarfing Dutch and English ships of similar power and intimidating all who crossed its path. Because of its superior size, the Royal Louis carried large amounts of supplies for the crew, enabling it to serve as a comfortable, well-stocked ship.

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* * * it would be more attractive if it were lighted
Reviewed by: Douglas Saint John, NB , Date: 2/18/2023 , Source: wayfair

Comment: This is a beautiful piece that comes with a certificate showing the number of hours it took to construct. Unfortunately, mine came with surface damage around the hull and base of the boat and some parts were off. This was an open box purchase and Wayfair did compensate me with a discount for the damages. It was also missing some small pieces. However, the boat itself was so stunning that I decided to do the repairs myself so I hope I can camouflage the marring and finish damage with lacquer. I only gave it three stars due to the damage; otherwise I would have given it five stars. I would not hesitate buying a regular purchase from this supplier as the product is made with real wood and nice detailing like the old days. What I did find odd was that the model has a manufacturing code on its' bow. The code showed that the model was made in December 2013. I purchased it in February 2023, so it was almost 10 years old at time of purchase! It must have been through a lot of moving during that time resulting in the damage and potential cold/hot changes affecting the wood finish.

* * * * * what a great model
Reviewed by: Captain PAUL , Date: 5/18/2020 , Source: Amazon

Comment: very well built and high end quality model, i dont know why it is underated, the model is way far expectation, amazin build

* * * * * Five Stars
Reviewed by: Feliks Shklyar , Date: 6/25/2018 , Source: Amazon

Comment: Really good item. Great details. Professional package.

* * * * * Excellent Model
Reviewed by: pbk63 , Date: 12/17/2011 , Source: Amazon

Comment: These Old Modern Handicraft models are exceptionally nice. I have bought two of these, HMS Victory and the Royal Louis. These are 38 inch models and can be cleaned using either compressed air cans or a blower duster like the Metro Vac ED500 (which I recommend if you do not plan to put these in a case - I prefer out of the case but that means dusting). These come incredibly well packed. The Royal Louis box had some external damage to it which I photographed before opening. But because of how well it was packed it came through without damage. Some of these models have screws in bottom and some do not. The Victory did not (fortunately could call their toll free number when arrived as was during their west coast working time) but the Royal Louis did have screws. I found using a hammer with a screw driver (very carefully) helped to remove all the lateral supports. Lots of sharp points to be careful with. Instructions suggest having someone help you remove the model but at only 20 lbs if you separate the sides wide enough one person can do this easily. If you like detailed ship models these are well worth considering. Not inexpensive but you do get your money's worth in my opinion.

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