USS Gambier Bay
35023
Casablanca Class
Escort Carrier
CVE 73 USS Gambier Bay
$249.95
Blue Water Navy's kit of CVE73 measures 19
inches long. The hull is divided at the waterline to allow 
a choice of a full or waterline display. The main flight deck is divided at the
center expansion joint. All the fine detail that is expected in a kit of this
size is there. The flight deck is engraved so you can see the wood and tie down
slots. 16 aircraft are included in the kit. 8 TDF's and 8 FM-2's. The FM-2
even has landing gear that looks like the real thing. All the major deck
platforms are cast in resin. The various small parts are cast in pewter like
metal. An extensive photo-etched brass sheet is also included.
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