1/96 USN Escort Carriers Watertight Doors Set (20pcs)

1/96 USN Escort Carrier Watertight Doors (20pcs): USS Bogue Class Edition

Seal the bulkheads of your "Jeep Carrier" with the meticulously engineered 1/96 Scale USS Bogue-class Watertight Door Set. Specifically designed for the narrow constraints of the CVE-9 class, these specialized doors are modeled to replicate the hardware found on the USS Bogue and her sisters. At the expansive 1/96 scale, these components provide the architectural sharpness and industrial realism required for a museum-grade "Atlantic Sub-Smasher" masterpiece.

Engineering Precision & CVE Fidelity

• Specialized "Narrow" Profile: Unlike the wider standard doors used on larger capital ships, escort carriers required space-saving solutions. This set is precisely engineered with a 7mm width, accurately reflecting the compact watertight doors used in the passageways and maintenance spaces situated just under the flight deck. These narrow dimensions ensure a historically correct fit for the thinner bulkhead sections of the Bogue-class superstructure.
• High-Fidelity Architectural Detail: Despite their smaller footprint, these doors are rich in detail. This set captures the nuances of US Navy CVE hardware with exquisite fidelity, featuring accurately rendered individual locking dogs, heavy-duty hinge straps, and reinforced coaming frames. Every door is rendered with architectural sharpness, transforming flat bulkheads into a functional, battle-ready hangar and command environment.
• Premium High Detail Resin: Crafted in professional-grade High Detail Resin Grey, these doors offer a level of surface smoothness and structural clarity that traditional plastic or photo-etch cannot match. This material is specifically chosen to maintain the 3D depth of the locking handles—a feature critical at 1/96 scale to achieve realistic shadows and highlights on your carrier's hangar deck or gallery walkways.

A Canvas for Naval Artistry

Unpainted for Total Customization: Arriving in a professional unpainted finish, these doors serve as a blank canvas for your historical vision. The resin surface is optimized for high-quality primers and specialized USN palettes:

• The "Hangar Deck" Look: Apply the standard Haze Grey or a light interior green/grey for the internal passageways.
• Realistic Weathering: The 1/96 scale is ideal for advanced techniques. Apply subtle rust-streaking from the hinge pins, "scuffing" on the raised coamings, and light grease-staining around the dog handles to achieve high levels of authenticity and realism.

Key Features & Specifications

• Accurate 1/96 Scale: Precision-scaled for a perfect fit with 1/96 scale Escort Carrier models and custom scratch-builds.
• Specialized Dimensions: 7mm Wide profile specifically for the narrow gallery and flight deck support spaces.
• Comprehensive 20-Piece Set: Provides enough components to significantly upgrade the primary upper-level door sections of the USS Bogue.
• Hollowed Engineering: Expertly designed to maintain a lightweight profile for easy adhesion to delicate vertical surfaces.
• Museum-Grade Detail: Captures individual locking mechanisms and structural frames with architectural clarity.

The Defining Upgrade for Your Bogue-Class Build

The 1/96 USN Escort Carrier Watertight Door Set is more than just a detail; it represents the industrial resilience of the ships that won the Battle of the Atlantic. Elevate your project with components that reflect the compact, functional reality of the USS Bogue.