These boat cranes have excellent detail to them, although they are just slightly larger than the kit provided one. Unfortunately, I broke both crane “arms” when I was cutting them off of the sprue so I ultimately had to use the kit provided cranes.

1/96 USN Winch
1/96 USN Winch: Enhance Your 1/96 Scale WWII Battleship or Cruiser Model
Immerse Yourself in WWII History with Distefan's Exquisite 1/96 USN Winch:
Supercharge the historical accuracy and realism of your 1/96 scale WWII battleship or cruiser model with Distefan 3D Prints' meticulously crafted USN Winch! This intricate replica captures the essence of these crucial deck winches used on iconic American warships, adding an unmatched level of detail and sophistication to your display. Imagine this winch, faithfully recreated from the original design, positioned on the deck of your model, ready to hoist anchors, handle cargo, or assist in mooring operations.
Unparalleled Detail Meets Customization Freedom:
- Museum-Quality Realism: Faithfully replicates the design of the real USN winch, ensuring historical accuracy for dioramas or ship models. Every detail, from the shape and size of the winch drum to the intricate details of the gears, handles, and other components, has been meticulously researched and reproduced to create a truly authentic miniature representation. This 1/96 scale model captures the essence of this essential piece of naval equipment.
- Premium Material: High Detail Resin Grey: Achieve stunning detail and a smooth finish with our high-quality grey resin. Perfect for showcasing the intricate features of this model and providing an ideal surface for painting and weathering.
- Unpainted for Creative Vision: This winch model arrives unpainted, providing a blank canvas for you to unleash your creativity and perfectly match the historical period and paint scheme of your project. Whether you're aiming for a pristine, freshly painted look or a heavily weathered appearance reflecting years of service at sea, the unpainted model allows you to achieve the perfect finish.
Additional Features:
- Perfect Fit for Popular Battleship Models: The 1/96 scale of this winch ensures seamless integration with a wide range of popular battleship and cruiser models, particularly those from the South Dakota and Iowa Class vessels. Whether you're building a model of the USS South Dakota, USS Massachusetts (BB-59), or another iconic WWII warship, this winch will add an extra layer of historical accuracy and realism to your project.
A Rewarding Project for Model Enthusiasts:
Adding this meticulously detailed USN Winch to your 1/96 scale model ship presents a rewarding challenge for any model enthusiast. The intricate details and realistic scale offer an opportunity to showcase your modeling skills and create a truly unique and historically accurate representation of this vital component of American WWII warships.
Order your 1/96 USN Winch today from Distefan 3D Prints and embark on a historical journey into the world of WWII naval combat!

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