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Historic Model Kits

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DaVinci Printing Press DaVinci Paddle Boat DaVinci Multi-Barrel Cannon

DaVinci Printing Press

Plastic model kit by Elenco
Leonardo da Vinci studied the Guttenberg printing press and finely-tuned it for greater efficiency. In his design, da Vinci used a handpress with an automatic system that moved the type-saddle forward and back along a tilted surface. His press used a double thread which would increase the travel of the press for each turn made of the lever.
The scientific genius of Leonardo da Vinci is brought to life through this snap-together replica and is taken from the pages of da Vinci's priceless and awe-inspiring notebooks. Made of plastic and requires no special tools. The educational instruction manual teaches how DaVinci's inventions have evolved into what they are today. Assembly required.

ELEX6104 - $23.95



DaVinci Paddle Boat

Plastic model kit by Elenco
In Leonardo da Vinci's time, nautical expedition was the most expedient method of communicating with the world. Da Vinci brought forth plans for a boat with large wheel-shaped paddles that would propel it through water. Da Vinci looked to nature when designing many of his inventions. He based the paddle boat on the shapes and movement of fish. The tapered prow allowed the vessel to maneuver easily. Sailors worked the pedals to turn the rotating paddles allowing the boat to move rapidly over water.
The scientific genius of Leonardo da Vinci is brought to life through this snap-together replica and is taken from the pages of da Vinci's priceless and awe-inspiring notebooks. Made of plastic and requires no special tools. The educational instruction manual teaches how DaVinci's inventions have evolved into what they are today. Assembly required.

ELEX6107 - $23.95



DaVinci Multi-Barrel Cannon

Plastic model kit by Elenco
Attempting to increase the firepower of a traditional cannon, Leonardo da Vinci designed the 12-barreled gun carriage in the fifteenth century. This cannon, which was designed to rest on a rolling cart, had a wider target area and also had the advantage of being able to be loaded at the same time it was firing
The scientific genius of Leonardo da Vinci is brought to life through this snap-together replica and is taken from the pages of da Vinci's priceless and awe-inspiring notebooks. Made of plastic and requires no special tools. The educational instruction manual teaches how DaVinci's inventions have evolved into what they are today. Assembly required.

ELEX6105 - $23.95




DaVinci Mechanical Drum DaVinci Catapult DaVinci Bombard

DaVinci Mechanical Drum

Plastic model kit by Elenco
Leonardo da Vinci's Mechanical Drum is a cart equipped with an amply sized drum. When pulled or set in motion the gears turn the two lateral drums which are fitted with peg cams. These pegs move ten sticks (five on each side) that in turn beats the drum. The pegs could be placed in various positions to alter the rhythm of the music.
The scientific genius of Leonardo da Vinci is brought to life through this snap-together replica and is taken from the pages of da Vinci's priceless and awe-inspiring notebooks. Made of plastic and requires no special tools. The educational instruction manual teaches how DaVinci's inventions have evolved into what they are today. Assembly required.

ELEX6101 - $23.95



DaVinci Catapult

Plastic model kit by Elenco
Leonardo da Vinci improved upon the already-established catapult design when he introduced his own vision the the age-old military launching device. This design uses a double leaf spring to produce a great deal of energy in order to propel stone projectiles or flammable materials over large distances. A hand crank on the side of the catapult was used to load the spring.
The scientific genius of Leonardo da Vinci is brought to life through this snap-together replica and is taken from the pages of da Vinci's priceless and awe-inspiring notebooks. Made of plastic and requires no special tools. The educational instruction manual teaches how DaVinci's inventions have evolved into what they are today. Assembly required.

ELEX6109 - $23.95



DaVinci Bombard

Plastic model kit by Elenco
To make the bombard or cannon more effective, Leonardo da Vinci designed projectiles that contained a quantity of mini gunpowder shots packed into petal-shaped iron pieces that formed a ball. After assembly, the cannonball was loaded into the barrel of the bombard and fired.
The scientific genius of Leonardo da Vinci is brought to life through this snap-together replica and is taken from the pages of da Vinci's priceless and awe-inspiring notebooks. Made of plastic and requires no special tools. The educational instruction manual teaches how DaVinci's inventions have evolved into what they are today. Assembly required.

ELEX6110 - $23.95




DaVinci Armored Car DaVinci Aerial Screw Confederate Field Artillery

DaVinci Armored Car

Plastic model kit by Elenco
Leonardo da Vinci's armored car was the precursor to the modern tanki ncorporated a turtle-shaped shell ringed with cannons. Inside eight men powered the tank by turning cranks. The sloped armor-plated roof kept the men safe by deflecting fire as they navigated through dangerous battles.
The scientific genius of Leonardo da Vinci is brought to life through this snap-together replica and is taken from the pages of da Vinci's priceless and awe-inspiring notebooks. Made of plastic and requires no special tools. The educational instruction manual teaches how DaVinci's inventions have evolved into what they are today. Assembly required.

ELEX6106 - $23.95



DaVinci Aerial Screw

Plastic model kit by Elenco
The Aerial Screw designed by Leonardo da Vinci was a precursor of the modern day helicopter. The device was designed to compress air in order to obtain flight. The device uses a screw-shaped sail to drill in the air just as a screw drills into other materials. It consisted of a platform mounted by a helical screw driven by a rudimentary system similar to rubber band-powered model airplanes.
The scientific genius of Leonardo da Vinci is brought to life through this snap-together replica and is taken from the pages of da Vinci's priceless and awe-inspiring notebooks. Made of plastic and requires no special tools. The educational instruction manual teaches how DaVinci's inventions have evolved into what they are today. Assembly required.

ELEX6102 - $23.95



Confederate Field Artillery

Plastic model kit by Lindberg
2 feet 6 inches long, 4 realistic in-action horses, additional figures and accessories included to creat super realism
Scale 1:16. Skill level 3. Glue and paint required (Not included).

LND70349 - $99.95

On Sale!$84.95




Concord Stagecoach Boston Lighthouse American Revolution British Infantry

Concord Stagecoach

Plastic model kit by Lindberg
Over 250 parts including 4 horses with harness reins, hitch chains, driver, shotgun rider and passengers. 2.5 feet Long
Scale 1:16. Skill level 2. Glue and paint required (Not included).

LND70351 - $99.95

On Sale!$84.95



Boston Lighthouse

1:66 Scale Boston Lighthouse 1716 kit from Constructo.
Kit features a lathe turned beechwood lighthouse tower, beechwood base stand, brass doors, windows, stanchions, handrails, roof crown, roof ribs and name plate.
Stands over 17 inches tall. Light bulb, switch and wires included. Paint included. Requires glue and 3 AA batteries (not included).

CNSY8650 - $137.99

On Sale!$109.99



American Revolution British Infantry

Includes 50 figures.
These figures stand approximately 1 inch tall in 1/72 scale. They come unpainted, and are molded in monocolored plastic. Use Model Master Acryl Figure Colors to paint and detail them.

IMX7200 - $10.00




American History Chuck Wagon & Prairie Schooner American History Alamo Defenders American Civil War Union Cavalry

American History Chuck Wagon & Prairie Schooner

Includes 1 chuck wagon, 1 prairie schooner, 2 drivers, 2 oxen, 2 horses, accessories.
These 1/72 scale figures are molded in monocolored plastic. Use Model Master Acryl Figure Colors to paint and detail them.

IMX513 - $11.00



American History Alamo Defenders

Includes 50 figures, including Travis, Bowie, Crockett.
These figures stand approximately 1 inch tall in 1/72 scale. They come unpainted, and are molded in monocolored plastic. Use Model Master Acryl Figure Colors to paint and detail them.

IMX509 - $10.00



American Civil War Union Cavalry

Includes 17 figures, 11 horses, 11 riders.
These figures stand approximately 1 inch tall in 1/72 scale. They come unpainted, and are molded in monocolored plastic. Use Model Master Acryl Figure Colors to paint and detail them.

IMX503 - $10.00




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