1/96 USS Ward Props Guard Set

1/96 USS Ward Propeller Guard Set: Protecting the Wickes-Class Drive

Complete the lower-hull detailing of your historic destroyer with the meticulously engineered 1/96 Scale USS Ward Propeller Guard Set. As a high-speed Wickes-class "four-stacker," the USS Ward (DD-139) utilized these specialized external frameworks to shield her twin propellers from dockside damage and floating debris. This set captures the structural geometry and protective engineering of the ship’s propulsion system with museum-grade precision.

Engineering Precision & Tactical Fidelity

High-Fidelity "Stern Hull" Detail: In 1/96 scale, the propeller guards are essential visual anchors that define the mechanical complexity of the ship's aft section. This set captures the Ward’s guards with exquisite fidelity, featuring the accurately rendered supporting framework and structural bracing. Every line is rendered with architectural sharpness, reflecting the rugged steel construction required to protect the "business end" of a frontline destroyer.

Historically Accurate Wickes-Class Configuration: Meticulously researched to ensure a seamless, professional fit on your 1/96 scale model, specifically optimized for her 1941 defensive posture.

• Exact Scale Proportions: Faithfully reproduced to 1/96 scale for professional integration with large-scale maritime projects.
• Three-Dimensional Realism: Captures the fine details of the supporting framework, creating realistic shadows and mechanical depth against the hull.
• Hollowed Engineering: Expertly designed to maintain structural integrity while reducing weight and material usage, ensuring the components remain easy to integrate.

Premium Material: High Detail Resin Grey

To ensure your destroyer’s propulsion shields showcase the finest technical textures, this set is crafted from professional High Detail Resin Grey:

• Exceptional Feature Definition: The resin achieves stunning detail and a smooth finish, perfect for showcasing the intricate structural framework of the guards.
• Professional Foundation: Provided in a classic grey color, offering a non-porous base optimized for high-quality primers and specialized naval palettes.
• Superior Quality & Stability: Crafted from premium resin for optimal performance, aesthetics, and long-lasting durability.

Key Features & Specifications

• Accurate 1/96 Scale: Specifically engineered for perfect, historically proportional integration with massive 1/96 scale Wickes-class destroyer models.
• Museum-Grade Realism: Captures the unique industrial aesthetic of pre-war American naval technology with absolute technical clarity.
• Unpainted Finish: Arrives unpainted, providing a blank canvas for your artistic vision and custom weathering effects.
• Easy Integration: Designed for a seamless, professional-grade fit onto the stern hull of your 1/96 scale DD-139 assembly.

A Canvas for Naval Artistry

Unpainted for Total Customization: Arriving in its raw resin finish, the USS Ward Props Guard Set serves as the ultimate starting point for advanced weathering:

• The "Pearl Harbor" Look: Apply a base of Measure 1 (Dark Gray) or Measure 21 (Navy Blue). The high-relief detail is ideal for pin-washes, allowing dark oils to define the individual structural supports.
• Realistic Weathering: The 1/96 scale is the ideal playground for detailing. Apply realistic "anti-fouling" red to the lower sections and add subtle "salt-crusting" or metallic "scuffing" to the outer edges to achieve high levels of authenticity and realism.