Airfix 1/72 Golden Hind A09258V
£39.99
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SKU: A09258V
Vendor: Airfix
Scale/Size: 1/72
Airfix 1/72 Golden Hind A09258V
Experience The Thrilling Age Of Exploration With The Airfix 1/72 Golden Hind A09258V Model Kit, A Faithful Reproduction Of The Legendary English Galleon That Made History During Its Epic Voyage Around The Globe From 1577 To 1580. Captained By The Intrepid Sir Francis Drake, This Iconic Vessel Embarked On A Daring Expedition That Forever Etched Its Name Into The Annals Of Maritime Lore.
Originally Christened As The Pelican, The Golden Hind Was Meticulously Crafted And Launched In 1577 From The Storied Shipyards Of Deptford, London. Serving As The Flagship Of Drake'S Expedition To Explore The Uncharted Waters Beyond South America, She Was Supported By The Unwavering Patronage Of Queen Elizabeth I. However, What Began As A Mission Of Discovery Soon Evolved Into A Daring Campaign Of Piracy As Drake And His Crew Clashed With Spanish Interests In The Region, Returning Triumphantly With A Bounty Of Spanish Gold And Treasures That Earned Him Knighthood From Queen Elizabeth.
Armed With 22 Guns And Manned By A Crew Of 80 To 85 Sailors, The Golden Hind Was A Formidable And Nimble Galleon That Navigated The High Seas With Grace And Prowess. With A Displacement Of 300 Tons And Dimensions Measuring 120 Feet In Length, 18 Feet In Beam, And 9 Feet In Draft, She Epitomized The Spirit Of Adventure And Exploration That Defined The Elizabethan Era.
This Meticulously Detailed Model Kit, Comprising 109 Pieces At A Scale Of 1/72, Invites You To Embark On Your Own Voyage Of Discovery As You Recreate The Splendor And Majesty Of The Golden Hind. From Her Towering Masts To Her Intricate Rigging, Every Aspect Of This Historic Vessel Is Faithfully Reproduced, Offering Enthusiasts An Immersive Journey Back In Time To The Age Of Exploration And Adventure.
Whether You'Re A Seasoned Modeler Or A History Enthusiast, The Airfix Golden Hind Kit Promises An Engaging And Rewarding Experience That Celebrates The Enduring Legacy Of Sir Francis Drake And His Legendary Circumnavigation. Set Sail On A Captivating Voyage Through History Aboard The Illustrious Golden Hind, And Relive The Excitement Of One Of The Greatest Maritime Adventures Of All Time.