During the early part of the 19th century the British had established a reputation for ocean yacht racing. Looking to stem that tide, The New York Yacht club engaged George Steers to design the fastest ocean yacht vessel. She was delivered in May, 1851, and was beautifully proportioned. At 171 tons, she was 89 feet long at the waterline, 22 foot abeam, and possessed an 11 foot draft. She was aptly named America. After reaching England, she was invited to participate against fifteen yachts in the annual 53-mile race around the Isle of Wight conducted by The Royal Yacht Squadron. America won her first race by 2 minutes. Next she sailed in a match race against England's fastest, the Titania, winning by nearly an hour. She was awarded a cup, which was aptly named the America's Cup.
100% scratch built, put together piece by piece
No model kits used
Wood is cut from plantation grown trees
Plank on Frame construction with hollow hulls
Ribs on the inside form the hull and deck
Working lines that can be tightened and loosened
Sails can be furled or unfurled by tracing each working line
Fantastic craftsmanship including rigging and stitching on the sails
Solid wooden stand included
Brass nameplate included
Comes with her history printed on antiqued paper with display stand
Each boat model shipped fully assembled and insured
