For Additional Highly Detailed Pictures of This Model. Painstakingly built from Philippine mahogany wood and resin composite materials, by The Toys & Models Corporation’s (TMC), this German Navy Battle Bismarck 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 – German Navy Battleship Bismarck Model the definitive version of the WWII German Navy – makes a great gift for any naval military buff or history fan. A Short History about the German Battleship Bismark. The German battleship Bismarck is one of the most famous warships of World War II. The warship was named after the 19th-century German chancellor Otto von Bismarck. The Bismarck class battleships were a class of battleships built by Germany for World War II. The Bismarck class was reasonably well suited as a commerce raider, with a good operational range and sufficient speed to elude any pursuit. The wreck of Bismarck was discovered on June 8, 1989 by Dr. Robert Ballard, the oceanographer also responsible for finding the Titanic. The item comes from a non-smoking environment. Great Customer Service Is My #1 Priority! The item “German Battleship Bismarck Desk Top Display 1/350 War Ship WWII Navy Boat Model” is in sale since Wednesday, January 27, 2016. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Transportation\Boats & Ships\Military\Models”. The seller is “bordi20″ and is located in Fairfield, New Jersey. This item can be shipped worldwide.