The Rainbow was designed by American yacht designer W. Starling Burgess in order to defend the colors of the United States. The pilot was Mr. Harold Stirling Vanderbilt, a champion yachtsman, who expressly wanted this vessel to challenge the strong contender Endeavour for the America's Cup. 

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Amati #1700/11 Rainbow, 1934 Defender, Model Boat Kit, with Tools, 1/80 Scale

Item #: 87743
$150.95

This item is backordered from our supplier. We will ship as soon as it is received. Your credit card will not be charged until shipped. Please Note: For shipments to locations outside the USA, backordered items must be placed on separate orders.

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The Rainbow was designed by American yacht designer W. Starling Burgess in order to defend the colors of the United States. The pilot was Mr. Harold Stirling Vanderbilt, a champion yachtsman, who expressly wanted this vessel to challenge the strong contender Endeavour for the America's Cup. 

Features:

  • Plank on frame construction
     
  • Laser-cut keel, frames and deck
     
  • Double planking in basswood and mahogany
     
  • Metal and wooden fittings
     
  • Cloth sails
     
  • Wooden detailed mast
     
  • Brass photo-etched parts
     
  • Ship Modeling Simplified book included
     
  • Clearly written plan and instructions
     
  • Total Length: 18.9 inches                                                                   
  • 1/80 Scale
 


Amati no. 1700/11