Nautical Riva Aquarama Special Model Boat, Natural Finish

Nautical Riva Aquarama Special Model Boat, Natural Finish
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Legendary leviathan. Like an albatross, it seemed nearly impossible that it could even take off, skimming waves at increasing speed, revving up its four engines. Inside staterooms, dining area, bunk beds. Boarding from a dock or using a shipOs tender, it was the 1930s epitome of class and luxury. That was leisure travel and luxury at the same time, never to come back in that measure. 57.5 x 80 x 14cm, 22.5 x 31.5 x 5.5"
Sandbaggers were super large cats. Extended bowsprits and booms allowed large sails, which meant speed. Sandbaggers were remarkably fast. They were nick-named for the ballast sand needed to prevent capsizing. Extreme sports started here...strikingly large cotton sails. Warm honey finished individual planked hull, moldings, deck details 121 x 23.5 x 79cm, 47.75 x 9.25 x 31.25"
Before the age of the carbon-fiber racers and the need to compete for the America's Cup, the prevailing dream was a mahogany built sailing cruiser. Elegant yet sturdy, able to deal with all kinds of weather. A classic cockpit, bronze portholes and fittings and a sensible rig. The Friendship is one of the most elegant and nostalgic wood cruisers from the 1930s. L. 47.24 in. x W. 9.84 in. x H. 45.67 in.
