HMS Peregrine

Description

This fast cruiser was used to connect England with the North American colonies and was generally referred to as one of the "runner class". She was built at the Deptford dockyard on the river Thames in 1700. She was later rebuilt and renamed the Caroline. When she was disposed of in the mid 18th century, the design was copied and used as a basis for the yacht Royal Caroline which was very similar in overall appearance.

The kit of the Peregrine features a double plank on frame hull construction, building plans with general details English instructions, lost wax brass castings, walnut and lime planking, wooden masts and spars, brass and walnut fittings, laser engraved details, rigging cord and silk flag. All sheet ply sections are laser cut for accuracy. Material for sails as shown are an optional accessory.

Scale 1:60   Overall Length: 925mm  Overall Width: 280mm  Height: 630mm