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Midwest Chesapeake Crabbing Skiff Kit
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Midwest Chesapeake Crabbing Skiff Kit

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Manufacturer Stock#
970

Stock Number
LXAP88
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59.99
 
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49.99
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NOTES FROM OUR TECH DEPARTMENT

   This is a static display model of the Crabbing Skiff used along the northern
East Coast during the 1880s to the early 1900s. This is a "Skill Level 1" kit
for modelers with none to little building experience.

FEATURES: Full size rolled plans and 48-page illustrated instruction manual Die-cut basswood, mahogany, and plywood parts Hardwood display base with die-cut cradle ends Complete fittings set (which includes: sail material, rigging cordage, plastic cleats and block, brass eyebolts, and cast metal pintles and gudgeons)

REQUIRES: Glues, hobby knife, hobby saw, paint, paintbrush, masking tape, T-pins, sandpaper, drill, needle nose pliers, and ruler. SPECS: Length: 14.5" Beam: 3.25" Height: 13" Scale: 5/8" to 1' MORE+++ COMMENTS: Kit is pictured on the box cover painted with Floquil Model Railroad lacquer paint (which we do not carry). These paints are available at local hobby shops. (Or use some other paints -- acrylics, etc). 8-29-94/eke

– If you need more information, use these Midwest resources –
E-mail: customerservice@midwestproducts.com
Web Site: http://www.midwestproducts.com/
Phone: 800-348-3497
 
Postal Address:
Midwest
PO BOX 564
HOBART, IN 46342  

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COMPLETION NOTES FROM THE TECH DEPARTMENT
KIT IS A STATIC DISPLAY WOOD MODEL. REQUIRES GLUES AND BUILDING EQUIPMENT. ALSO REQUIRES PAINT AND WOOD STAIN -- SEE OPTIONAL (#4) FOR SUGGESTED COLORS OF PAINT.

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