{"product_id":"1-96-uss-ward-dd-139-hull-set","title":"1\/96 USS Ward (DD-139) Hull Set","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e1\/96 USS Ward (DD-139) Hull Set: The \"First Shot\" of the Pacific War\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eLay the definitive foundation for your naval masterpiece with the meticulously engineered \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"90\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e1\/96 Scale USS Ward (DD-139) Hull Set\u003c\/b\u003e. As a member of the storied \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"156\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eWickes\u003c\/i\u003e-class \"flush-deckers,\" the \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"190\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eUSS Ward\u003c\/i\u003e earned its place in history by firing the first American shots of World War II during the attack on Pearl Harbor. At this expansive \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"331\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e1\/96 scale\u003c\/b\u003e, this hull provides the staggering physical presence and architectural \"lines\" required for a museum-grade display or a high-end radio control (RC) conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eEngineering Precision \u0026amp; Naval Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eHigh-Fidelity \"Flush-Decker\" Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e In 1\/96 scale, the hull is more than a shape—it is a canvas of early 20th-century naval engineering. This set captures the \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"160\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eWickes\u003c\/i\u003e-class profile with \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"186\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eexquisite fidelity\u003c\/b\u003e, featuring the distinctive four-stack era shear lines and the integrated main deck surfaces. Every contour is rendered with architectural sharpness, reflecting the high-speed, slender design that allowed these destroyers to knife through the water at over 35 knots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eSubstantial Scale \u0026amp; Authentic Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Meticulously researched from original shipyard offsets to ensure a true-to-life representation of the \"Four-Stacker\" silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003eImpressive Physical Presence:\u003c\/b\u003e Measures a commanding \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"52\" data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e997mm in length\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"69\" data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e107.50mm in width\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"92\" data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e83.50mm in height\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003eIntegrated Deck Features:\u003c\/b\u003e Captures the fine details of the main deck and hull transitions essential for 1\/96 scale realism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003eHollowed Engineering:\u003c\/b\u003e Expertly designed to optimize material usage and reduce top-heavy weight—ideal for RC enthusiasts seeking a stable, buoyant platform—while maintaining exceptional structural stiffness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eDurable Material: Tough Resin White\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eTo ensure your \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"15\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eUSS Ward\u003c\/i\u003e project withstands the rigors of both the workbench and potential pond-side operations, this hull is crafted from professional \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"151\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eTough Resin White\u003c\/b\u003e, offering the ultimate balance of resilience and detail:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003eHigh Impact Resistance:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered for superior toughness and hardness, protecting your model during handling or transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003eUltra-Smooth Surface Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides a professional, non-porous base that drastically reduces sanding time, allowing you to move straight to specialized \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"154\" data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003eMeasure 1\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"167\" data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003eEarly War Gray\u003c\/i\u003e palettes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003eLong-Lasting Performance:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed to maintain its geometric integrity over time, ensuring your destroyer remains a centerpiece of your collection for years to come.\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-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003eAccurate 1\/96 Scale:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision-scaled for a massive and historically proportional presence among other 1\/96 scale naval subjects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003eMuseum-Quality Lines:\u003c\/b\u003e Captures the iconic flush-deck aesthetic with surgical precision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003eUnpainted Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides a blank canvas for your artistic vision. 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