{"product_id":"172-uss-ward-boat-skids-starboard","title":"1\/72 USS Ward Boat Skids Starboard","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e1\/72 USS Ward Boat Skids Starboard: Authentic Wickes-Class Deck Hardware\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eComplete the midships detailing of your historic \"four-stacker\" with the meticulously engineered \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"97\"\u003e1\/72 Scale USS Ward Boat Skids (Starboard Side)\u003c\/b\u003e. As a crucial element of the vessel's superstructure, these skids provided the structural framework to support and secure the lifeboats, ensuring they were ready for rapid deployment. At this substantial \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"349\"\u003e1\/72 scale\u003c\/b\u003e, this replica captures the industrial lattice and cradle geometry of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"433\"\u003eUSS Ward (DD-139)\u003c\/b\u003e with museum-grade precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eEngineering Precision \u0026amp; Tactical Fidelity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHigh-Fidelity \"Superstructure\" Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e In 1\/72 scale, secondary structural elements like boat skids define the technical density and \"busy\" profile of a WWII-era destroyer. This set captures the starboard-side assembly with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"224\"\u003eexquisite fidelity\u003c\/b\u003e, featuring accurately rendered support stanchions, cradles, and integrated mounting hardware. Every line is rendered with architectural sharpness, reflecting the specialized maritime engineering required for the lifeboat launching and retrieval systems of the early 20th-century US Navy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStarboard Side Specificity:\u003c\/b\u003e Meticulously designed specifically for the starboard side of the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"93\"\u003eUSS Ward\u003c\/i\u003e, ensuring historically accurate placement and a perfect fit against the ship's superstructure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExact Scale Proportions:\u003c\/b\u003e Faithfully reproduced to 1\/72 scale to replace simplified or over-scale kit parts with a sophisticated, historically correct structural suite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThree-Dimensional Realism:\u003c\/b\u003e Captures the fine details of the support cradles, creating realistic shadows and mechanical texture on your vessel’s boat deck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHollowed Engineering:\u003c\/b\u003e Expertly designed to maintain structural integrity while optimizing weight—a critical feature for maintaining the balance and stability of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"161\"\u003eRC-equipped models\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003ePremium Material: High Detail Resin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eTo ensure your destroyer’s lifeboat station showcases the finest technical textures, these skids are crafted from professional \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"127\"\u003eHigh Detail Resin\u003c\/b\u003e, offering an industrial-grade foundation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExceptional Feature Definition:\u003c\/b\u003e The high-quality resin achieves stunning detail and a smooth finish, perfect for showcasing the intricate structural joints and cradle supports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProfessional Foundation:\u003c\/b\u003e Available in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"38\"\u003eGrey or White\u003c\/b\u003e, providing a non-porous, ultra-smooth base optimized for high-quality primers and specialized naval gray palettes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSuperior Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e From the workshops of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"40\"\u003edistefan 3d print\u003c\/b\u003e, ensuring clean surfaces and dimensional integrity for a professional-grade finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAccurate 1\/72 Scale:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision-scaled for perfect, historically proportional integration with large-scale 1\/72 maritime assemblies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMuseum-Grade Realism:\u003c\/b\u003e Captures the unique industrial aesthetic of mid-century American naval technology with absolute technical clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnpainted Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Arrives unpainted, providing a blank canvas for your artistic vision. Customize with your preferred colors and weathering effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Definitive Upgrade:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides an essential component for modelers looking to enhance their \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"94\"\u003eWickes\u003c\/i\u003e-class project with superior structural detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eA Canvas for Naval Artistry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnpainted for Total Customization:\u003c\/b\u003e Arriving in its raw resin finish, the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"73\"\u003eUSS Ward Boat Skids\u003c\/i\u003e serve as the ultimate starting point for advanced weathering:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"First Shot\" Look:\u003c\/b\u003e Apply a base of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003eMeasure 1\u003c\/i\u003e (Dark Gray) or specialized pre-war \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"84\"\u003eOcean Gray\u003c\/i\u003e. The high-relief detail is ideal for pin-washes, allowing dark oils to define the individual structural supports and highlight the cradle junctions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRealistic Weathering:\u003c\/b\u003e The 1\/72 scale is the ideal playground for detailing. 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