{"product_id":"1-125-uss-ward-props-set","title":"1\/125 USS Ward Props Set","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e1\/125 USS Ward Props Set: Wickes-Class Destroyer Propulsion Precision\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eElevate the underwater profile and historical fidelity of your large-scale flush-decker with the meticulously engineered \u003cstrong\u003e1\/125 Scale USS Ward Propeller Set\u003c\/strong\u003e. Best known for firing the first American shot of World War II when she engaged and sank a Japanese midget submarine outside Pearl Harbor, the USS Ward (DD-139) was a storied Wickes-class destroyer built for high-speed fleet maneuvers and escort operations. At this commanding \u003cstrong\u003e1\/125 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e, this comprehensive two-piece replica set captures the complex blade geometry, hubs, and mechanical mounting contours of the original warship's twin propulsion screws with museum-grade precision, making it an essential upgrade for discerning maritime shipwrights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eEngineering Precision \u0026amp; Hydrodynamic Fidelity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eIn 1\/125 scale, underwater running gear becomes a prominent focal point that dictates the technical realism and operational accuracy of your vessel. This set captures the Wickes-class propeller configuration with exquisite fidelity, featuring two individual screws with accurately pitched blades and finely cast central hubs. Every line is rendered with architectural sharpness, reflecting the specialized naval engineering required to drive a high-speed destroyer through intense combat patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMuseum-Quality Replication:\u003c\/b\u003e Developed using original technical layouts and class specifications to accurately reproduce the distinctive blade contours and rotation directions of the USS Ward's twin-screw layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eComplete Port \u0026amp; Starboard Set:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes both individual propellers, precision-engineered to replicate the counter-rotating propulsion design of the original destroyer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExact Scale Proportions:\u003c\/b\u003e Faithfully reproduced to 1\/125 scale for seamless professional integration with large-format static display models and functional, high-speed RC warship builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHollowed Engineering:\u003c\/b\u003e Expertly designed with a hollowed internal framework to reduce weight and material usage. This intelligent hollowing ensures a lightweight hull addition that places minimal stress on internal drive shafts or static mounts while retaining absolute structural integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003ePremium Material: High Detail Resin Grey\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eTo ensure your vessel’s propulsion components showcase the finest technical textures, these propellers are crafted from professional High Detail Resin Grey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExceptional Feature Definition:\u003c\/b\u003e The high-quality resin achieves stunning detail and a smooth finish, perfect for showcasing clean blade edges and tight hub seams without any blocky textures or distracting layer lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProfessional Foundation:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides an ultra-smooth, non-porous base optimized for high-quality marine primers, metallic polished finishes, and optimal paint adherence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSuperior Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e Manufactured by distefan 3d print, ensuring clean surfaces, sharp edges, and dimensional integrity for a luxurious, professional-grade finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAccurate 1\/125 Scale:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision-engineered for perfect, historically proportional integration with large 1\/125 scale Wickes-class destroyer kits and custom scratch builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWickes-Class Specific:\u003c\/b\u003e Tailored specifically to match the unique underwater engineering lines characteristic of the early US Navy flush-deck destroyers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnpainted Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Arrives completely unpainted, providing a blank canvas for your artistic vision. Customize the assembly to match specific historical deployments and hull paint schemes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Definitive Upgrade:\u003c\/b\u003e Replaces simplified, brittle, or missing kit screws with a sophisticated, historically correct representation of the ship's vital propulsion system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eA Canvas for Hull Artistry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eArriving in its raw resin finish, the USS Ward Propeller Set serves as the ultimate starting point for advanced fine-scale painting and realistic weathering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Below-the-Waterline\" Look:\u003c\/b\u003e Prime the propellers and coat them with realistic brass or bronze metallic paints to replicate the heavy cast-alloy screws used by the US Navy. The ultra-smooth resin surface is an elite foundation for buffing powders or metallic lacquers to achieve a true-to-life polished metal sheen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRealistic Weathering:\u003c\/b\u003e The expansive 1\/125 scale is a perfect playground for lower-hull detailing. Use subtle dark washes to let deep shadows settle naturally around the hub transitions and shaft intersections. Add highly realistic saltwater oxidation effects, light green algae staining, or subtle verdigris tones near the blade roots to achieve the ultimate level of authenticity for a destroyer constantly executing high-speed Pacific patrols.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Protosoon","offers":[{"title":"High-detail Resin Gray","offer_id":44000126107713,"sku":"SPINJV6CXE3UB-M650949194-MAT16","price":31.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0054\/5243\/1429\/files\/1-125-uss-ward-props-set.webp?v=1780301251","url":"https:\/\/distefano3dprint.com\/en-ca\/products\/1-125-uss-ward-props-set","provider":"distefan 3d print","version":"1.0","type":"link"}