America 1851 Yacht Model Kit - America’s Cup (1/75)

Type: Wooden construction kit
Scale: 1:75

Dimensions
Length: 540 mm
Height: 460 mm
Width: 97 mm

Description:
The America 1851 yacht model kit faithfully reproduces the yacht that gave birth to the America’s Cup, the oldest sailing competition in the world. This ship model kit is designed for those seeking a high-quality historic model, featuring carefully selected materials and an exceptional level of detail in the hull, rigging, and finishes. Building the America (1851) is not just about assembling a model; it is about reliving the moment when sailing changed forever, making it an essential piece for collectors and maritime history enthusiasts.

History:
The America yacht, launched in 1851, is one of the most influential vessels in the history of sailing. Designed by James and George Steers for the New York Yacht Club, it was created with the ambition of proving that innovation and naval engineering could surpass European tradition. That same year, it crossed the Atlantic to compete around the Isle of Wight against the elite of the British fleet, achieving a victory so decisive that when Queen Victoria asked who had finished second, the answer became legendary: “Your Majesty, there is no second.” That triumph gave its name to the America’s Cup and marked the beginning of sailing as a technological competition, turning the America into a symbol of the exact moment when sailing changed forever.