Revell 1:132 USS Bonhomme Richard Warship
- Includes 14 crew figures
- 22" in length
- Includes display stand
- 341 pieces
- Illustrated assembly instructions
The USS Bonhomme Richard was placed at the disposal of John Paul Jones on 4 February 1779, by King Louis XVI of France as a result of a loan to the United States by the French. On September 23, 1779, John Paul Jones and the Bonhomme Richard engaged the British frigate Serapis. A bloody battle ensued where Jones' famous line, "Sir, I have yet begun to fight".
Features include:
•Includes 14 crew figures
•22" in length
•Includes display stand
•341 piec
List Price: $ 38.95
Price: $ 24.79
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Nice to see an old classic kit return,
First of all, this is not really a “new” kit, but a reissue of the old Aurora kit dating back to the 1960s. As such, its not the most authentic model. While the exact layout of the real Bonhomme Richard is not known, naval experts would agree the Aurora kit is not the best reconstruction. Model wise its nice to see a large size kit of a sailing ship back on the market. The kit is not terribly difficult to build as it has molded rope ladders (not the most convincing) and molded plastic sails. You do get some nice rigging, detailed instructions, lots of little crew figures to paint, etc. The model, while not good for absolute beginners, is much easier than the giant Revell Constitution kit and would make a good first time sailing ship model for a semi experienced model builder. Even in wood, there are not many models of John Paul Jones’ famous vessel.
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|Pleased,
Pleased with the purchase price and the speed of delivery. The model ship is everything I hoped it would be. Quite challenging to assemble. Thank you
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|Another overpriced model,
way too expensive for what it is. Not a very accurate model. Pieces poorly made. overall not worth the cash spent.
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