Description

About the Vessel

Flattie is a local slang, indicating a classic boat of Chesapeake Bay located on the north-east coast of the United States. A large number of these type of boats were constructed in the years ranging from 1880 to 1890. The flattie boats were mostly used during these years.

The result of a complex historical evolution, this fishing boat featured a V-shaped hull. She had a flat and wide deck with length between 5 and 9 meters.

Originally, the flattie boat was used to carry domestic products. However, it was later extensively utilized for the collection of crabs and oysters. This process of collecting was carried out after ploughing the depths using a short and strong net bag, pulled from the boat with the help of a cable.

She was very successful mainly among fishermen. The original Flattie ship was 9 meters long. She had a flat bottom on the front and had transverse edges.

This ship model kit is offered by Corel that offers historically accurate ship model kits containing the high-quality parts, cast metal fittings and photo-etched brass parts. Corel SRL was founded more than 40 years ago in Milan, Italy. Besides detailed wooden boat models, Corel provides high-quality fittings and materials too.

About the Model Ship Kit

• Scale: 1/25
• Height: 355 mm
• Length: 335 mm
• Mounting: 1/3
• Use of durable materials such as premium hardwood and glass fibre
• Designed by nautical experts, highest industry standards are maintained for construction and packing of ship models
• Ideal for home decor purposes and also it makes a perfect corporate gift
• Use traditional detailing. Replicas made by a team of seasoned craftsmen
• Extensive research complete with images shot from every possible angle helps our designing team decode fine details that are inherent to every famous boat