{"product_id":"172-uss-ward-props-set","title":"1\/72 USS Ward Props Set","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e1\/72 USS Ward Props Set: Wickes-Class Propulsion Realism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eComplete the underwater profile 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 Props Set\u003c\/b\u003e. As the final link in the propulsion chain for the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"178\"\u003eUSS Ward (DD-139)\u003c\/b\u003e, these propellers provided the thrust necessary for the destroyer’s vital patrols at Pearl Harbor. At this substantial \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"315\"\u003e1\/72 scale\u003c\/b\u003e, this two-piece set captures the complex blade geometry and industrial hub design of the ship's twin screws with museum-grade precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eEngineering Precision \u0026amp; Marine 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 \"Running Gear\" Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e In 1\/72 scale, the propellers are a focal point of the lower hull, representing the power and movement of the vessel. This set captures the screws with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"189\"\u003eexquisite fidelity\u003c\/b\u003e, featuring accurately rendered blade pitch, thickness, and hub contours. Every line is rendered with architectural sharpness, reflecting the specialized maritime engineering required for the high-speed requirements of early 20th-century destroyer operations.\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\"\u003eHistorically Accurate Wickes-Class Configuration:\u003c\/b\u003e Meticulously researched to provide a definitive, true-to-life representation for your 1\/72 scale \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"147\"\u003eWickes-class\u003c\/b\u003e destroyer projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIntricate Component Detailing:\u003c\/b\u003e Captures the fine details of the blade edges and hub assembly, creating realistic mechanical depth beneath the waterline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExact Scale Proportions:\u003c\/b\u003e Faithfully reproduced to 1\/72 scale for seamless integration with large-scale maritime models.\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 significantly reducing weight—a critical feature for maintaining the hydrodynamics and motor load of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"180\"\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 Grey\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eTo ensure your destroyer’s running gear showcases the finest technical textures, this set is crafted from professional \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"119\"\u003eHigh Detail Resin Grey\u003c\/b\u003e:\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 sleek, hydrodynamic surfaces of the blades.\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 Provides a non-porous, ultra-smooth base in a classic grey color, optimized for high-quality metallic primers and specialized brass or bronze 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 Produced with high-quality resin to ensure optimal performance, durability, and a professional-grade finish for your collection.\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 Specifically engineered for historically proportional integration with standard 1\/72 scale USS Ward models.\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—from polished \"out-of-drydock\" bronze to sea-weathered and verdigris-stained.\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 or fragile kit parts with a sophisticated, historically correct propulsion set.\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 \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"55\"\u003eHigh Detail Resin Grey\u003c\/b\u003e finish, the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"90\"\u003eUSS Ward Props 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 \"Active Service\" Look:\u003c\/b\u003e Apply a base of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"43\"\u003eAntique Bronze\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"61\"\u003eBrass\u003c\/i\u003e. 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