CONTENTS WOODEN MODEL SHIP KIT MARIE JEANNE FISHING BOAT

Build the redesigned 1:50 wooden scale model Marie Jeanne, the precious and traditional French tuna boat.
This renewed wooden model ship kit is created for modellers who have an
intermediate level of basic knowledge of tools and materials, as well
as those who want first contact with rigging tasks.

The tuna boat model kit Marie Jeanne brings high-quality parts for
its assembly, they fit perfectly: pre-cut board by high precision
laser, hardwoods, photo-etched parts, brass and die-cast, plus hand-sewn
cotton sails ready to be placed. As a bonus, this naval modelling kit includes a wooden exhibition base with a metal nameplate so that the faithful miniature replica is perfectly exposed once assembled.

The modeller can enjoy a much more enjoyable and easy assembly experience
with this new scale model. Once assembled, the Marie Jeanne wooden
model measures 22.24'' (565 mm) in length, 4.52'' (115 mm) in width and
19.48'' (495 mm) in height.

Guided by our renewed and highly detailed step-by-step multimedia instructions on DVD
format for computers -PC & MAC-, modellers can now precisely build
their replicas of this marvellous Gallic fishing boat. No printed
instructions are included. You can also download the digital instructions for free on the button of this product sheet called 'Instructions and Downloadable Contents'.

Remember to paint your naval miniature with the Set of Paints for Marie Jeanne Fishing Boat Model, for sale separately! Now, you can also illuminate the exhibitionbase of the model with our LED Lighting Set for Models and DIY Projects (27590), not included in the ship model kit.

Now, you can also purchase the Marie Jeanne Gift Pack (22175L), which includes the model ship at 1:50 scale, the specific paints of the model to achieve the best finishes and some useful tools.

HISTORY OF THE FRENCH FISHING BOAT MARIE JEANNE

Find out the Marie Jeanne, the wooden model of this French tuna boat.
Dedicated to fishing for tuna from June to October, this fishing
sailboat reached the coast of Mauritania in trips of up to two months,
since the tunas are usually far from the coast.

Leaving the French port of Concarneau, the Marie Jeanne sailed between 1900 and 1950.
Fishing for tuna requires strong and fairly fast boats. In the
beginning, ships were built for other purposes, generally too heavy were
dedicated to these tasks. At the end of the 19th century, new types of
fishing boats were developed, small and with large sails. Advances and
the trend towards motor propulsion contributed to the demise of these elegant fishing boats with multi-coloured sails.