Old Modern Handicrafts – B131, Zipper – Fast Hydroplane, 39 X 10 X 10 Inches – Multicolored

The Zipper, designed by John Hacker, was built 1934 as a 125 racing hydroplane class. This model comes FULLY ASSEMBLED and ready for display.

Master craftsmen handcraft these highly detailed wood models from scratch using historical photographs, drawings and original plan. They are built to scale with high-grade wood such as: western red cedar, rosewood, and mahogany. They are 100% hand built individually using plank-on-frame construction method and are similar to the building of actual ships. Each model requires hundreds of hours to finish and must go through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop.

This is a fantastic model built from western red cedar and mahogany. The hull is varnished with multiple layers to give it a glossy look. It comes with luxurious hand stitched leather seats, and gold plated fittings. Detailed gauges make this model authentic.

This model rests on a solid wood base. It’ll make a perfect gift for home or office decorator, boat enthusiast, or passionate collector.

History:

The Zipper, built in 1934, was considered a fast hydroplane of category 225. John Hacker designed this wonderful boat for the 125 racing class. Zipper had a 47-horse motor and overall weight of 750 pounds. She illustrated the sobriety and the elegance of the runabouts of competition of the 20s & 30s. Her hull was made to increase speed and to increase stability in tight turn. Since category 225 racing competition allowed only one person on board, the architect placed the cockpits one behind the other and the aft one can be easily closed for the competitions.