The Rainbow, originally built in 1934 by the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company, was commissioned by Harold Vanderbilt to defend the America’s Cup. It successfully defeated the British challenger Endeavour, securing its place in sailing history. 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: - Hull Design: The sleek, narrow hull is painted in a rich dark mahogany finish with a black stripe along the waterline, perfectly replicating the elegance of the original Rainbow yacht. Its sharp bow and streamlined shape highlight the yacht’s racing heritage. - Masts & Rigging: The towering single mast is fitted with intricately hand-tied rigging, supporting a large, hand-stitched linen sail that captures the spirit of classic sailing yachts. The bowsprit extends forward, adding to the yacht’s aerodynamic design. - Deck Accessories: The deck is beautifully handcrafted with wooden planks and features metal cleats, hatch covers, and detailed winches. The wooden boom and steering wheel are carefully constructed to enhance authenticity. - Display Stand: The model comes fully assembled and is mounted on a solid wooden base with a brass nameplate, making it an excellent 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. Bring home the legendary Rainbow today and celebrate the golden era of competitive sailing!