{"product_id":"1-48-uss-pcf-aft-mk-17-mod-1-ring-mount","title":"1\/48 USS PCF Aft Mk.17 Mod 1 Ring Mount","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e1\/48 USN PCF Aft Mk.17 Mod 1 Ring Mount: Professional Swift Boat Detailing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eComplete the tactical profile of your Vietnam-era riverine combatant with the meticulously engineered 1\/48 Scale USN PCF Aft Mk.17 Mod 1 Ring Mount. Specifically designed for the stern deck of the Patrol Craft Fast (PCF)—the legendary Swift Boat—this specialized weapon station provided the primary anti-aircraft and heavy surface-support platform for the crew. It served as the structural foundation for the \"Ma Deuce\" .50 caliber machine gun or the iconic \"piggyback\" mortar-machine gun combination. At this precise 1\/48 scale, this replica captures the mechanical grit, training rail architecture, and industrial realism of the brown-water navy with museum-grade precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eEngineering Precision \u0026amp; Tactical Fidelity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eAt 1\/48 scale, the aft weapon platform is a high-visibility centerpiece that draws immediate attention. This component replicates the Mk.17 Mod 1 architecture with exquisite fidelity, rendering the structural nuances of the gunner's station with absolute technical clarity. Every detail is engineered with architectural sharpness to ensure a flush, seamless fit onto your companion hull.\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\"\u003e360° Rotational Architecture:\u003c\/b\u003e Faithfully captures the fine details of the training rail, lower gears, and locking pin structures, allowing you to depict your weapon system in any combat-ready stance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIntricate Platform Anatomy:\u003c\/b\u003e Recreates the non-skid surface textures, structural bracing, and elevated gunner's platform coordinates to give your assembly an authentic, mission-ready look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHistorically Accurate Blueprinting:\u003c\/b\u003e Meticulously researched from original naval shipyard blueprints to guarantee flawless integration onto the aft deck of 1\/48 scale PCF Mark I, II, or III models.\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 an intelligent hollowed approach to maximize material efficiency while remaining exceptionally lightweight—a critical asset for maintaining the proper center of gravity on radio-controlled (RC) hulls.\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 patrol craft's primary defensive station showcases the sharpest industrial textures under close inspection, this mount is 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 advanced resin handles micro-scale details—from the structural rivets on the base coaming to delicate mechanical hinges—with surgical precision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProfessional Smooth Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides a non-porous, ultra-smooth surface out of the box, requiring minimal sanding or cleanup before applying paint.\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 From the workshops of distefan 3d print, ensuring uniform consistency, dimensional stability, and an ideal foundation for high-performance scale model primers.\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\/48 Scale:\u003c\/b\u003e Specifically engineered for historically proportional integration with standard 1\/48 scale PCF maritime models and littoral combat dioramas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnpainted Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Arrives in a clean, raw grey finish, giving you complete artistic freedom to match specific historical references, localized camouflage measures, or deployment timelines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVersatile Weapon Support:\u003c\/b\u003e The definitive base platform for mounting aftermarket or custom 1\/48 scale M2HB machine guns, ammunition brackets, or 81mm mortar configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEcosystem Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully optimized for 100% compatibility with our complete line of 1\/48 scale PCF components, including the main deck, hull, and marine superstructure works.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eA Canvas for Brown-Water Artistry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eArriving in its raw finish, the Mk.17 Mod 1 Ring Mount serves as the ultimate starting point for advanced painting and heavy operational weathering techniques:\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 \"Market Time\" Look:\u003c\/b\u003e Apply your primary coat of traditional wartime grey or tactical green. The high-relief detailing around the training rails and base supports is perfect for dark enamel pin-washes, adding instant visual depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRealistic Operational Weathering:\u003c\/b\u003e Because these stern mounts were constantly handled during general quarters and exposed to brutal tropical environments, they are ideal for custom detailing. Add realistic metallic steel scuffs along the high-friction training tracks, apply grease-staining or grime to the rotation gear teeth, and paint subtle rust bleeds around the deck mounting rivets to achieve exceptional levels of authenticity and realism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Protosoon","offers":[{"title":"High-detail Resin Gray","offer_id":43949604798529,"sku":"SPINE3ZZXWVE2-M32982391-MAT16","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0054\/5243\/1429\/files\/1-48-uss-pcf-aft-mk-17-mod-1-ring-mount.jpg?v=1779104294","url":"https:\/\/distefano3dprint.com\/en-gb\/products\/1-48-uss-pcf-aft-mk-17-mod-1-ring-mount","provider":"distefan 3d print","version":"1.0","type":"link"}