Ships

New Bedford Whale Boat

Designed as a pilot schooner by Dennison Lawlor, the Phantom was built in 1868. On March 14, 1886, as New York Pilot Boat #11, she rescued 852 people from the sinking British liner S.S. Oregon off the coast of Long Island. Phantom was lost during the great blizzard of '88, going ashore at Sandy Hook, New Jersey with the total loss of the vessel, boatkeeper, cook and four seamen. Model Shipways Phantom boat model kit features a machine carved solid hull, so you won’t have to do any shaping. You’ll get wood parts for the cabin and companionways. A complete set of wood, brass and Britannia metal fittings are included. Three sizes of lines, plus genuine copper strips to cover the hull. Laser cut basswood launching ways complete the kit. Full scale plans and clear, easy-to-follow instructions guide you through each phase of assembly of the Model Shipways Phantom model. (Wooden display stand shown is not included) Specifications: Length: 343mm (13.5")/Height: 343mm (13.5”)/Beam: 64mm (2.5”) Scale: 1:96 Manufacturer: Model Shipways Vessel Type: 19th Century Sail Model Type: Wooden Hull Skill Level: Entry