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SAN FELIPE model ship

About the construction of the San Felipe wooden scale model:

- Built from scratch 
- High quality woods include cherry, birch, maple, and mahogany
- Beautiful dark brown theme color
- Correct boats, size and shape, with oars and mast
- Correct gun size (very important)
- Authentic Extensive rigging system comprised of many different sizes of rope and features numerous blocks and deadeyes
- Our San Felipe model does not have white paint on the hull. We do not believe in tall ships with white hull.
- Lowest sails are partial furled to reveal exquisite deck details

History of the San Felipe:

The San Felipe was a Spanish Battleship launched in 1690. The San Felipe was one of the most beautiful and formidable ships of the 17th century.

 

San Felipe displaced more than 1000 tons and was armed with 96 cannons, enabling her to take on the mightiest ships in the French and British navies. 

 

 San Felipe soon proved to be Spain's most powerful fighting ship ever. Her slim profile and wide spread of sail bestowed great maneuverability and agility.

 

San Felipe’s main task was to protect Spanish settlements and harbors against the British and French. The San Felipe also had to transport treasures and/or safeguard the passage back to Spanish ports.

 

San Felipe held a very active major role in the war against Britain and France. In 1705, after 15 years of unparallel services, she led 11 other Spanish vessels to attack a British fleet of 35 ships. The British recognized San Felipe and concentrated firepower on her. After 24 hours of furious battle, she was captured but was so badly damaged and went to the bottom with several tons of gold. The battle was considered a victory for Spain as 9 British and only 4 Spanish ships were lost. San Felipe herself sunk 2 ships-of-the-line and 1 frigate. This record still stands as of today.

Dimensions and price of the San Felipe model:

38" long x 34" tall x 14" wide  $4,950.  Shipping and insurance in the contiguous US included. Other places: $600 flat rate.

Model is built per commission only. We require only a small deposit to start the process. Click on this link for lead time. 

Illuminate the model for special occasions, dimly lit room: $300. Powered by a standard 9v battery hidden under the base for your convenience.

"Frank,

Both ships have sailed in, docked, and seem happy in their new home port.

The shipping was a little entertaining on the delivery, but worked out well, in the end. So I have been studying each of the models now for an hour or so, instead of working, but, hey. What two great distractions these are.

Some feedback on each:

USS CONSTITUTION: The level of and execution of the detailing are outstanding. Period. I did a lot of research on this particular model, and I found no other model that compares to it. Period. The rigging and the masts alone qualify this model as exceptional in its class. Add in everything else, and its a major player. Seeing it "in person" is more than convincing of its greatness. It exceeded my expectations.

SAN FELIPE: Here, the level of and execution of the detailing is stunning. The artisanship is simply fantastic and over-the-top. It competes "bow-to-bow" with any SF model on the market that I have seen and beats any of them, hand down. The model is WAY better than the photographs and GREATLY exceeded my expectations. I could go on and on about this model..... I love it.

SHIPPING: Packaging was A+! Well designed, straightforward, and very effective. And best, no damage.

SUGGESTIONS: Meant somewhat tongue-in-cheek: Frank, you need better photographs! The gap between what the photos convey and then what the models themselves convey is dramatic. That said, I'll tell you it is a wonderful experience to see something that is actually MUCH better looking than its photographs!

Would I purchase another of your models? Oh my God, yes! I am already trying to figure out which model I want next (likely HMS Victory).

So I'm now a huge fan.

Ray E."

 

"I just wanted to let you know that I uncrated the San Felipe Friday and I'm very pleased to report that it arrived without any damage at all.  I am also very pleased with this ship and the unexpected full carriage lower deck guns and the working stern lights.When and which model do you think will sail next?

Best Regards,
R. White"

38" long x 34" tall x 14" wide  $5,590 Shipping and insurance in the contiguous US included. Other places: $500 flat rate.

Model is built per commission only. We require only a small deposit to start the process $900 The remaining balance won't be due until the model is completed, in several months.