Brand new vintage wwii reproduction 1/350 scale uss yorktown solid wood resin desk top display u. Uss yorktown, cv-10, is one of 24 essex-class aircraft carriers built during world war ii for the united states navy. She is named after the battle of yorktown of the american revolutionary war, and is the fourth u. Painstakingly built from philippine mahogany wood and resin composite materials, by the toys & models corporation’s (tmc), this uss yorktown model is an exact replica of the original, handcrafted with vigilance by master craftsmen. After it is sanded and puttied, skilled artists paint on the intricate details. Clear lacquer provides the finishing touch and long-lasting protection. This 1/350 – uss yorktown aircraft carrier model – the definitive version of the u. Navy – makes a great gift for any naval military buff or history fan. A short history about the uss yorktown aircraft carrier. Uss yorktown (cv/cva/cvs-10) is one of 24 essex-class aircraft carriers built during world war ii for the united states navy. Initially to have been named bon homme richard, she was renamed yorktown while under construction to commemorate uss yorktown (cv-5), lost at the battle of midway in june 1942. Yorktown was commissioned in april 1943, and participated in several campaigns in the pacific theater of operations, earning 11 battle stars and the presidential unit citation. The item comes from a non-smoking environment. Great customer service is my #1 priority! Kd web page design.The item “Navy USS Yorktown CV-10 Desk Top Display 1/350 WW2 Aircraft Carrier Ship Model” is in sale since Monday, June 04, 2012. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Transportation\Boats & Ships\Military\Models”. The seller is “bordi20″ and is located in Plano, Texas. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Philippines
- Country of Manufacture: United States
