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Model Shipways Philadelphia Gunboat 1:24 — Revolutionary War Model Kit 1776Build the oldest surviving American fighting vessel Launched in August 1776, the Gunboat Philadelphia is the oldest American fighting vessel in existencea rare survivor of the Revolutionary War. She served in the small American fleet commanded by Benedict Arnold on Lake Champlain and went down in battle on October 11, 1776, during the Battle of Valcour Island against the Royal Navy. The remarkable part? She settled upright in the cold lake water and
Build the oldest surviving American fighting vessel
Launched in August 1776, the Gunboat Philadelphia is the oldest American fighting vessel in existence—a rare survivor of the Revolutionary War.
She served in the small American fleet commanded by Benedict Arnold on Lake Champlain and went down in battle on October 11, 1776, during the Battle of Valcour Island against the Royal Navy. The remarkable part? She settled upright in the cold lake water and remained there until she was raised in 1935.
Today, the original Philadelphia is on permanent display at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C.—still bearing the story of the hit that sank her (including a 24-pound cannonball associated with her loss).
A Ship That Matters
Philadelphia and her sister craft were hurriedly assembled into what many historians consider the first American Navy. Their mission was clear: defend the Lake Champlain corridor—one of the strategic gateways that could determine the success or failure of the American Revolution.
These “gundalos” (also called gondolas) were purpose-built for shallow water. Although equipped with a square sail and topsail on one mast, she was mostly powered by oars (sweeps) for maneuverability where larger vessels couldn’t go
The Philadelphia carried serious punch for her size: one 12-pounder, two 9-pounders, and swivel guns
The Model Shipways Kit
This kit offers a unique, satisfying build—and it’s more approachable than many larger warships thanks to CAD-assisted, laser-cut basswood parts (multiple thicknesses from 3/32" to 1/8"). Fine basswood is also used for hull and deck planking.
A standout feature: the hull is planked inside and out—an unusual detail that makes the build especially rewarding and authentic.
Museum-grade detail, right in the box
A comprehensive set of fittings helps you build a model that’s accurate down to the last detail:
-Cast Britannia metal guns modeled after the original armament
-Correctly scaled brass nails, eyebolts, belaying pins, split rings
-Photo-etched brass sheet for crisp fine details
-Ready-to-use hardwood deadeyes, blocks, and bullseyes
-Six diameters of rigging line plus ample sail material
You also get everything needed to build with confidence:
-17-pages instructions Manual
-Six sheets of plans
-A parts list with identifiers
What's in the Box?
Watch Olha's Full Tutorial in her YouTube channel
Instructions - English
Parts List
Previous modeling experience helpful.
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★★★★★ 5
Nice sturdy shelf
Size: 3 Set 4-Tier, Planks Not Included, Size: 3 Set 4-Tier, Planks Not Included
I really love my shelf. It is nice and sturdy. I use it in my salon studio.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Used in our bakery/coffee shop
Size: 2 Set 5-Tier, Planks Not Included, Size: 2 Set 5-Tier, Planks Not Included
We ordered the 5 tier set to use in our bakery/coffee shop. We used eight 4’ planks and one 12’ plank along the top. Couldn’t be more pleased with how it turned out. Very easy to assemble and high quality for the price!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Better than expected, these are great looking and heavy duty
Size: 42inch Tall (NOT included wood planks), Color: Black
These are heavy duty, and just as pictured. They are beautiful.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great value extra storage
Size: 42inch Tall (NOT included wood planks), Color: Black, Size: 42inch Tall (NOT included wood planks), Color: Black
This was a Great storage option for a corner where we had no cabinets, it has very stylish hardware Storage Space it’s quality built it fits well it’s very easy to install. It came with screws. All the hardware, I’m going to put white dishes on the shelves with my coffee bar.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Quality pipes for a good price
Size: 42inch Tall (NOT included wood planks), Color: Black
This item is just as described. It is the pipe fitting portion of a 3 shelf unit. You must buy your shelving separately once the rails have been installed. Purchasing the pieces this way was much more cost-effective than separately buying each part from the hardware store, and all the pieces were clean and ready to be mounted unlike the pieces from the hardware store. It was moderately difficult to hang, since you are trying to keep everything very level. I imagine the distance between each rail will be a factor in how easy this is to level. The difficulty may have also stemmed from the fact that we were mounting it in a small toilet room and had little room to maneuver during the installation process. Still, it is a good product and we are considering purchasing a second one for another location in our home.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2019