{"product_id":"172-uss-ward-depth-charge-loaded-set","title":"1\/72 USS Ward Depth Charge Loaded Set","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e1\/72 USS Ward Depth Charge Loaded Set: Sub-Surface Warfare Detail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eEquip the stern of your historic Wickes-class project with the meticulously engineered \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"87\"\u003e1\/72 Scale USS Ward Depth Charge Loaded Set\u003c\/b\u003e. As the ship that fired the first American shot of WWII—successfully engaging a midget submarine outside Pearl Harbor—the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"253\"\u003eUSS Ward (DD-139)\u003c\/b\u003e relied on its depth charges as its primary anti-submarine strike weapon. At this substantial \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"364\"\u003e1\/72 scale\u003c\/b\u003e, this set captures the industrial silhouette and mechanical readiness of these legendary \"ash cans\" 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 \"Anti-Submarine\" Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e In 1\/72 scale, secondary weaponry like depth charges provides the essential technical density required to bring a destroyer’s deck to life. This set captures the Mark series charges with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"226\"\u003eexquisite fidelity\u003c\/b\u003e, featuring accurately rendered casings and fuse-setting mechanisms. Every structural line is rendered with architectural sharpness, reflecting the specialized engineering required for the high-pressure environments of underwater demolition.\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\"\u003eWickes-Class Specialization:\u003c\/b\u003e Specifically designed for historically proportional integration with standard 1\/72 scale \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"118\"\u003eUSS Ward\u003c\/i\u003e and related \"four-stacker\" destroyer models.\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 kit parts with a sophisticated, historically correct anti-submarine 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 depth charge fins and priming mechanisms, creating realistic shadows and mechanical depth on your vessel’s stern racks or K-gun projectors.\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 of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"147\"\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 stern battery showcases the finest technical textures, this set is crafted from professional \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"120\"\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 priming hardware.\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 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 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 Replaces simplified kit parts with a sophisticated, historically correct representation of the Ward's iconic weaponry.\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 Depth Charge Loaded Set\u003c\/i\u003e serves 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 \"Pearl Harbor\" Look:\u003c\/b\u003e Apply a base of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"41\"\u003eDull Black\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"55\"\u003eOcean Gray\u003c\/i\u003e. 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