{"product_id":"1-96-us-liberty-class-slanted-life-raft-slides-starboard-set-2pcs","title":"1\/96 US Liberty-class Slanted Life Raft \"Slides\" Starboard Set (2pcs)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e1\/96 US Liberty-class Slanted Life Raft \"Slides\" Starboard Set (2pcs)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eComplete the defensive and emergency profile of your \"Arsenal of Democracy\" with the meticulously engineered \u003cstrong\u003e1\/96 US Liberty-class Slanted Life Raft \"Slides\" Starboard Set (2pcs)\u003c\/strong\u003e. These specialized \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"177\"\u003eStarboard-side\u003c\/b\u003e launch racks were a hallmark of the Liberty ship's midships silhouette, designed for the rapid gravity-deployment of life rafts during the high-stakes Atlantic and Pacific convoy crossings. At the expansive \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"399\"\u003e1\/96 scale\u003c\/b\u003e, this set provides the industrial texture and mechanical realism required for a museum-grade merchant marine replica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eEngineering Precision \u0026amp; Tactical Fidelity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHigh-Fidelity Architectural Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e At 1\/96 scale, the structural framework of a merchant vessel becomes a focal point for the viewer. This set captures the nuances of the \"gravity slide\" with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"193\"\u003eexquisite fidelity\u003c\/b\u003e, featuring the accurately slanted rails, reinforced mounting brackets, and the release mechanism housings. Every structural beam is rendered with the architectural sharpness required to transform a smooth bulkhead into a functional, battle-ready merchantman.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStarboard-Side Specific Geometry:\u003c\/b\u003e This set is specifically engineered for the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"78\"\u003eStarboard (right) side\u003c\/b\u003e of the superstructure. The mounting angles and bracing are historically researched to match the specific layout of the Liberty-class cargo ships, ensuring a seamless and historically accurate fit against the bridge-house or midships deckhouse of your 1\/96 scale hull.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePremium High Detail Resin:\u003c\/b\u003e Crafted in professional-grade resin, these slides offer a level of surface smoothness and structural rigidity that surpasses traditional plastic or wood components. This material is specifically chosen to maintain the perfectly straight lines of the sliding rails—a feature that is critical at 1\/96 scale to achieve a realistic, industrial appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eA Canvas for Merchant Marine Authenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnpainted for Total Customization:\u003c\/b\u003e Arriving in a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"49\"\u003eprofessional unpainted finish\u003c\/b\u003e, these slides serve as a blank canvas for your historical vision. The resin surface is optimized for high-quality primers and specialized merchant palettes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"WSA Grey\" Look:\u003c\/b\u003e Apply the standard wartime grey used by the War Shipping Administration, focusing on the contrast between the rails and the life rafts they would hold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRealistic Weathering:\u003c\/b\u003e The 1\/96 scale is ideal for advanced techniques. Apply subtle rust-streaking along the gravity rails where metal-on-metal contact would occur, and salt-fading on the outer supports to achieve high levels of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"229\"\u003eauthenticity and realism\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAccurate 1\/96 Scale:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision-scaled for a perfect fit with 1\/96 scale Liberty Ship models (e.g., Dean's Marine or custom builds).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStarboard-Side Set (2pcs):\u003c\/b\u003e Includes two matching slanted slides specifically for the starboard-side superstructure layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHollowed Engineering:\u003c\/b\u003e Expertly designed to reduce weight while maintaining the robust, \"heavy steel\" appearance of merchant marine hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHistorian-Approved Accuracy:\u003c\/b\u003e Faithfully represents the gravity-launch systems seen on iconic vessels like the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"110\"\u003eSS John W. Brown\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eThe Defining Detail for Your Liberty Ship Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1\/96 US Liberty-class Slanted Life Raft \"Slides\" Starboard Set (2pcs)\u003c\/strong\u003e are more than just a fitting; they represent the constant vigilance of the merchant mariners who kept the Allied supply lines open. Elevate your project with components that reflect the industrial scale and operational reality of the ships that won the war of logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Protosoon","offers":[{"title":"High-detail Resin Gray","offer_id":43574612820033,"sku":"SPIN32XMTGEVQ-M46643185-MAT16","price":36.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0054\/5243\/1429\/files\/1-96-us-liberty-class-slanted-life-raft-starboard-set-2pcs_7ca50314-a41d-46e7-ab00-5bae061f1587.jpg?v=1771343686","url":"https:\/\/distefano3dprint.com\/en-ca\/products\/1-96-us-liberty-class-slanted-life-raft-slides-starboard-set-2pcs","provider":"distefan 3d print","version":"1.0","type":"link"}