USS Lawrence Limited 36"

Ready for Immediate Display - Not a Model Ship kit 

Finely-crafted details and museum-quality features define these Limited Edition scale replica tall ship models of the USS Lawrence. Devoted attention to historical accuracy ensures that every detail on the USS Lawrence matches the original US Navy fighting tall ship of the War of 1812. As the centerpiece of a den, office or meeting room, or perhaps setting a patriotic nautical tone for a family living room or corporate boardroom, this Limited Edition tall model ship is certain to inspire with her indomitable spirit and patriotic history. 

36" Long x 11" Wide x 26" High (1:64 scale)

• Built from scratch over hundreds of hours by master artisans
• High quality woods include cherry, birch, maple and rosewood
• Individual wooden planks used in hull construction
• Meticulous painting accurately matches the real USS Lawrence
• Museum Quality features not available in other tall ship models under $3,000 or any kit
  • Real copper-strip plated hull (not painted on) like the actual USS Lawrence  (done to prevent shipworms from destroying the wood hull)
  • Accurate beakhead design and scrollwork
  • Increased detail of deck features, cannon carriages, painting and other features
• Extensive rigging features over 200 blocks and deadeyes
• Metal anchors weigh aside the bow
• Cannon carriages tied-down to deck to reduce recoil
• Other Amazing Details, including:
  • Planked deck with nail holes
  • Authentic scale lifeboats
  • Rudder chains, cannonball racks
  • Solid brass cannons and metal anchors
  • Additional deck details such as cannon balls, barrels, etc.
  • Masterfully stitched, heavy canvas sails hold shape and do not wrinkle
  • Taut rigging with varied thread gauge and color
• Limited production run only 25 of this tall ship model
• Certificate of Authenticity individually numbered and signed by HMS Founder and Master Builder Richard Norris
• Wooden display base features four arched dolphins
  • Pictured with marble base (available for purchase)
• Extensive research of original plans, historical drawings and paintings as well as actual photographs ensures the highest possible accuracy

The first USS Lawrence was one of two 493-ton Niagara-class brigs built at Erie, Pennsylvania, by Adam and Noah Brown under the supervision of Sailing Master Daniel Dobbins and Master Commandant Oliver Hazard Perry, for United States Navy service on the Great Lakes during the War of 1812.

She was commissioned in early August 1813 and quickly began operations with a voyage to Detroit, Michigan in search of the opposing British squadron. During the September 10, 1813 Battle of Lake Erie, Lawrence served as flagship for Perry until she was disabled by enemy fire. Perry then transferred to her sister-ship, the brig Niagara, from which he fought the battle to a successful conclusion.

In mid-1815, following the end of hostilities, Lawrence was sunk in Misery Bay on Presque Isle, PA in order to preserve her hull. Her submerged hulk was sold in 1825 and, except for a brief examination in 1836, remained underwater for five more decades.

In September 1875, her remains were raised, cut into sections and transported by rail to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where she was exhibited during The U.S. Centennial International Exhibition of 1876. Her remains were destroyed by a fire during that exhibition.