Columbia Painted Medium 24 Inches Long – The Legendary America's Cup Defender The Columbia, originally built in 1899 by the renowned naval architect Nathanael Herreshoff, was the first America's Cup yacht to successfully defend the title twice, securing victories in both 1899 and 1901. Its dominance on the water and sleek design made it an icon of classic yacht racing. This model is meticulously handcrafted from cedar wood, mahogany, teak, and various other exotic woods.Each model is 100% handmade, built using the plank-on-frame construction method—similar to actual shipbuilding. Craftsmen spend hundreds of hours ensuring precision and historical accuracy. Details & Features: - Hull Design: The Columbia features a smooth, streamlined wooden hull with a natural varnished finish, showcasing the beauty of the mahogany and teak construction. The sharp bow and elegant curvature of the hull enhance its speed and grace on the water. - Masts & Rigging: The tall single mast is securely attached with intricate hand-tied rigging, supporting large, hand-stitched linen sails that reflect the yacht’s majestic presence. The rigging is precisely knotted to ensure historical accuracy. - Deck Accessories: The finely crafted wooden deck includes detailed hatch covers, a metal steering wheel, wooden benches, and cleats. The craftsmanship highlights the authenticity and charm of classic racing yachts. - Display Stand: The model comes fully assembled and is mounted on a solid wooden base with a brass nameplate, making it an elegant display piece for homes, offices, or yacht clubs. Note: Model arrives with the mast and sails folded down for easy shipping; all riggings are done, just need to raise the mast up and make some adjustments to straighten out the sails, assembly in minutes. Please take a look at the assembly youtube video here . Embrace the little challenge of bringing your model to life, just as sailors prepared their vessels for the open sea. This museum-quality model is perfect for classic yacht enthusiasts, America’s Cup fans, and collectors of historic sailing vessels. ✨ Own a piece of yachting history with the Columbia model—an elegant tribute to the golden age of competitive sailing!