This model is uniquely identified by a serial number which is laser cut into the hull of your model. In this edition we are able to identify the production date of the model the material that we used on the model the craftsmen who worked on each area of the model the quality control person who inspected the model and also the professional packaging staff who packed your model for shipping. Every step of the process of building YOUR model ship is stringently monitored and supervised thus assuring you of a perfect museum quality wooden model ship that you will be proud to display. This Exclusive Edition Model Boat is of museum quality and comes fully assembled and ready for display. Features 100 percent hand built from scratch using a plank-on-frame construction method Copper-plated hull covered with fiberglass for reinforcement. Without this fiberglass the copper plates will fall off as time goes by Hundreds of hours is required to finish a model Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen Made of the finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop Dimensions are 38 inches L x 13 inches W x 32 inches H