Ace Sloop Model Kit

A good companion to the Lightning, as this model is at home on your mantle shelf as well as your favorite pond. You can free-sail, or, tie-off to your kite spool. It's not designed for remote control. All parts are die-cut and includes mahogany, with birch mast, and cloth sails. All rigging and fittings are included. If you'd like a better understanding of just what involved,  click: INSTRUCTIONS.   LOA: 17" Beam: 5-1/4" Mast: 21" Note: that stand in the photo isn't included (but drawings for it are).  Skill Level = 1 Skill levels are: 1 = beginner 2 = intermediate 3 = advanced You'll supply paint, and simple household tools: Razor / X-acto knife, ruler, wood glue, super glue, Course, Medium, and Fine grit sandpaper, small paint brush, masking tape, 3/64, 1/6, 5/32" drill bit, needle, thread, pliers and cutting pliers, pins, clothespins for clamps, round file. Tip: include some styrofoam under the deck for flotation. If you use "peanuts" be sure they are not the corn-starch variety... as they will melt if wet.