{"product_id":"dusek-mamoli-d001-greek-bireme-wood-plank-on-frame-model-kit-395-mm-16-long-1-72-scale","title":"Dusek Ancient Greek Bireme 1:72 Scale","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eNot every famous warship carried thirty cannons. Some simply rammed you.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eMore than 2,500 years before Nelson, Trafalgar, or the USS Constitution, the Greek bireme ruled the Mediterranean. Long, lean, and astonishingly fast, it relied on 50 synchronized oarsmen and a bronze-clad ram capable of punching straight through an enemy hull.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eIt's one of history's earliest purpose-built warships. And it also happens to make one of the most distinctive wooden ship models you'll ever build.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eUnlike traditional square-rigged sailing ships, the Bireme has very little standing rigging. Instead, the project focuses on shaping a graceful hull, constructing the exposed rowing platform, installing dozens of oars, and bringing an ancient vessel to life with clean woodworking rather than endless knots.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eFor many experienced ship modelers, it's the perfect \"palette cleanser\" after finishing a complicated frigate.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eMain Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Different Kind of Ship Model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eIf you've already built a few sailing ships, the Greek Bireme feels refreshingly different. No towering masts. No maze of shrouds and ratlines. Just elegant hull lines, visible structure, and one of the most recognizable silhouettes of the ancient world.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstantial Walnut Planking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eThe timber supplied by Dusek is excellent. The laser-cut plywood fits accurately, and the walnut planking is noticeably thicker than what you find in many standard kits. Because the wood is so substantial, most builders find it easier to fair the hull with a sharp scraper or carving blade rather than sanding for hours—a technique that produces beautifully fair hull lines with surprisingly little effort.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Relaxing Intermediate Project\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eThis isn't a beginner snap-together kit, but neither is it a multi-year ship-of-the-line. The construction is straightforward, the rigging is intentionally simple, and most of the enjoyment comes from carefully assembling the rowing benches, shields, rudders, and distinctive twin banks of oars. It's the kind of project that rewards patience without becoming overwhelming.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding Display Value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eAt only about 15½ inches long, the finished model fits comfortably on a bookshelf or desk while still attracting attention.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eFew visitors know what a bireme is. Everyone asks.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003eBuilder's Bench Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003eExperienced modelers who have completed this kit shared a few helpful observations:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"24,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFairing the Hull:\u003c\/b\u003e The walnut planking is thick enough that scraping generally works better than aggressive sanding when fairing the hull.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStudy the Plans:\u003c\/b\u003e Spend a little time studying the full-size plans before beginning. The instruction booklet is clear enough, but somewhat concise, and the drawings answer most questions.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDetailing:\u003c\/b\u003e Thin CA glue works particularly well for attaching the delicate railings and smaller deck details.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"24,3,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinishing:\u003c\/b\u003e Several builders choose to stain or oil the walnut rather than paint the hull black, allowing the beautiful grain to remain visible while still achieving an authentic appearance.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,1,1,0\"\u003eDusek Ship Kits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKit Number\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,2,1,0\"\u003eD001\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScale\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,3,1,0\"\u003e1:72\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinished Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,4,1,0\"\u003e15.5 in (395 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinished Width\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,5,1,0\"\u003e7.3 in (185 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinished Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,6,1,0\"\u003e6.3 in (160 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,7,1,0\"\u003ePlank-on-Frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,8,1,0\"\u003eLaser-cut plywood, walnut strips, hardwood components, rigging cord, sail cloth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003eA Ship That Changed Naval Warfare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003eThe Greek bireme emerged during the 6th century B.C. and became one of the Mediterranean's most effective fighting ships. Powered by fifty oarsmen arranged in two staggered banks—twenty-five per side—it combined remarkable speed with exceptional maneuverability. A crew of marines stood ready to board enemy vessels once the bronze ram had done its work.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"31\"\u003eUnlike later sailing warships, the mast wasn't intended for combat. Before battle, the sail and much of the rigging were lowered so the crew could rely entirely on human power, allowing the ship to accelerate, turn, and strike with surprising precision.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003eSimple by later naval standards. Deadly in its own time.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"34\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"35,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003ePrecision laser-cut plywood keel and frames\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"35,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003ePremium walnut planking and stripwood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"35,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eHardwood components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"35,3,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eRigging cord and sail cloth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"35,4,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDetailed fittings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"35,5,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eTwo full-size plan sheets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"35,6,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eIllustrated multilingual instruction manual\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSAILS NOT INCLUDED: but available for purchase\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dusek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42957629653094,"sku":"D001","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/bireme02_1414427762_3b9cc303-b25b-4e6b-bde6-ab74a833d658.jpg?v=1759421219","url":"https:\/\/www.modelexpo-online.pro\/products\/dusek-mamoli-d001-greek-bireme-wood-plank-on-frame-model-kit-395-mm-16-long-1-72-scale","provider":"Model Expo Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}