Brigantine Phoenix 1787 Model Ship Kit – Master Korabel (MK0401P)

Description

About the Brigantine Phoenix

The Brigantine Phoenix was a 12-gun Greek built vessel that formed part of the Black Sea fleet in 1787. She became part of the fleet at a time when the war with the Ottoman Empire was brewing, and many Greek Corsair ships were bought to strengthen the Russian navy. The Brigantine Phoenix’s first contributed to defending the fleet during the Russian-Turkish war of 1787-1791. She was officially classified as a ‘cruising ship’ on Russian navy lists. In the summer of 1788, the ship was commissioned under the command of warrant officer Georgy Nikiforovich Benardaki, and set out to sea in search of enemy ships. On July 3rd of that year, she participated in the first battle between the Russian fleet and the ottoman empire. In 1790, the ship was used to transport supplies between Kherson and Sevastopol. Throughout the year, the Brigantine Phoenix participated in many missions, searching for enemy Turkish ships. In August 1790, she helped capture 10 Turkish ships and escorted them to Ochakov. She continued to serve the Russian navy, even sinking other enemy ships. Eventually by 1803, after being under the command of Lieutenant S. S. Karachinsky, the ship was dismantled.

Brigantine Phoenix 1787 Model Ship Kit

This wooden ship model kit makes use of double plank-on-bulkhead construction, with laser cut wood. The hull planking has been pre-shaped, which ensures that the shape and sturdiness of the hull, once built, will be long-lasting. The ship model kit includes  ready-to-use pear-wood blocks and deadeyes, cast metal fun barrels anchors, brass wire and photo-etched brass detailing. The silk-screen flags and sail cloth has also been included with detailed instruction. The sewn version of the sail set is available, but at an extra cost. Detailed instructions are included to ensure the assembly process goes smoothly.

Our Manufacturer

Manufactured in Russia, these model kits are designed to make assembly easier and more enjoyable than over. The high quality model ship kits use ‘state of the art’ design and manufacturing, reflected by laser cut technology to the smallest detail. In order to ensure the construction is as sturdy and life-like as possible, our manufacturer provides laser cut decks and individual hull planks. This model is not only enjoyable to built, but would make a beautiful addition to any collection.