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Wappen
Von Hamburg was commissioned by Admiral
Karpfanger, and she distinguished herself as a Convoy Escort Ship,
sinking several pirate ships during her short but successful career.
On October 10th, 1683 fire broke out on board in the port of Cadiz.
The magazine exploded killing Admiral Karpfinger and 22 others and
destroyed the ship.
Corel’s Wappen
Von Hamburg is a magnificent example of a 17th century German
fighting ship. Technical accuracy in Corel's plank-on-bulkhead kit
is superb, and materials are the finest available. All poplar,
walnut and other wooden parts are pre-cut. Fittings in gilded cast
metal, copper, brass, boxwood and walnut replicate every detail of
the original, including the 58 cannon she carried. The lower decks
of the finished model can be seen by lifting the upper deck
gratings. Plans and instructions, sail material, silk banners, and
wooden display cradle complete the kit.
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