USS Hartford

James Davidson
Hello All! I acquired this kit in 2019 at a convention. As with a lot of the older Aurora kits, the plastic sails are moulded (& heavy) and the hull is much thicker than later products. The detail is VERY good nonetheless, even the deck planking seems to fit scale. Hull is in 2 halves in dark grey plastic, the gunports & fenders will need some re-shaping (a bit thick) and the ratlines are just not realistic {i will replace with proper thread} but the rest is quite good. Included is an interesting decorated stand, 3 types of rigging line on cardboard spools, black almost scale chain and paper flag with decal nameplate. The plans are surprisingly good (for Aurora) with usable rigging diagrams,and of course advertisements(!) for other products. I will try to post Box art & plan file soon. Cheers!