AMERICA'S CUP STARS & STRIPES RACING YACHT

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AMERICA'S CUP STARS & STRIPES RACING YACHT

  • SKU: SHPP-P33STRSNSTRPS-NR-NM
  • MPN: TS0075P


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AMERICA'S CUP STARS & STRIPES RACING YACHT

FULLY BUILT AND READY TO DISPLAY MUSEUM QUALITY SHIP MODEL 

  • Dimension approx.: 33″ (long) x 6.5″ (wide) x 16″ (high).
  • The model is already built.  THIS IS NOT A MODEL SHIP KIT

Stars and stripes is a racing yacht that participated in the America’s Cup. In 1987 and 1988 the yacht won the cup. It’s been in several races, until hurricane Irma hit and it took a lot of damage, almost sinking and is now in recovery. The America’s Cup, affectionately known as the Auld Mug, is a trophy awarded to the winner of the America’s Cup match races between two sailing yachts. One yacht, known as the defender, represents the yacht club that currently holds the America’s Cup and the second yacht, known as the challenger, represents the yacht club that is challenging for the cup. The timing of each match is determined by an agreement between the defender and the challenger. The America’s Cup is the oldest international sporting trophy.

Conner enlisted the help of designers Morrelli, Chance & Hubbart & MacLane, and aircraft manufacturer Scaled Composites. Two Stars & Stripes cats were built, one with a conventional soft sail (Stars & Stripes S1), and the second with a wing mast (Stars & Stripes H3) built by Scaled Composites. The wing masted boat proved to have superior performance, and so was used in the defense.

To no one’s surprise, Stars & Stripes dominated its match races with KZ 1, the challenger from New Zealand. Following the race the New Zealand team sued and initially won the America’s Cup trophy in a court case. The decision was reversed on appeal, and the San Diego Yacht Club retained the Cup.

After the 1988 America’s Cup, the wing masted catamaran was bought by Mexican yachtsman Victor Tapia and currently sails in Mexico. The soft sail yacht was bought by Steve Fossett and used to set speed records in various yacht races. The soft sail yacht suffered a dismasting during a Mackinac race which resulted in her being stored for several years. In 2015, Freddie Mills acquired the vessel and has re-rigged and re-commissioned her as a private racing yacht operating out of Newport, Rhode Island. In October 2017 Stars and Stripes was acquired by Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages in Key Largo to be used for day charters and racing.

AMERICA'S CUP STARS & STRIPES RACING YACHT
AMERICA'S CUP STARS & STRIPES RACING YACHT
AMERICA'S CUP STARS & STRIPES RACING YACHT
AMERICA'S CUP STARS & STRIPES RACING YACHT
AMERICA'S CUP STARS & STRIPES RACING YACHT
AMERICA'S CUP STARS & STRIPES RACING YACHT
AMERICA'S CUP STARS & STRIPES RACING YACHT
AMERICA'S CUP STARS & STRIPES RACING YACHT

 

 

PRODUCTS CRAFTED WITHOUT COMPROMISE, ANCHORED IN TRADITION

 

Elevate your collection with an exquisite display or RC‑compatible model, handcrafted with uncompromising precision by SavyBoat master artisans.   Built with traditional plank‑on‑frame construction, each model is built entirely from scratch using historical photographs, archival drawings, and original ship, yacht, or boat plans, ensuring a level of authenticity and craftsmanship worthy of the world’s finest collectors.

 

This same dedication to excellence extends beyond our models and into every SavyBoat product we sell—from apparel to accessories to home décor. Whether it’s a handcrafted model or a piece from our lifestyle collection, every item is designed with the same maritime heritage, premium materials, and timeless maritime style that define the SavyBoat name.

 

UNMATCHED AUTHENTICITY IN EVERY MODEL

Our models feature an extraordinary level of detail throughout, faithfully capturing the character of the real ship, yacht, or boat. Depending on the model, these features include:

 --- SOLID BRASS PEDESTAL MOUNTINGS, unlike most other companies who use simple lower-quality wood or brass-sleeved wood pedestals. 

                       PLEASE NOTE:  Though some pictured models may not show brass pedestals, brass pedestals are included as applicable with mounted models. 

 --- The finest woods throughout the model, such as Ebony, Rosewood, Blackwood, Mahogany, and Teak
 --- High‑quality fittings, trimmings, steering wheels, and propellers made of sculpted or cast metals
 --- Pre‑installed LED lighting on illuminated models (power supply not included) 
 --- Open die‑cut side hull windows—never painted, like found on other companies’ models 
 --- Precision true open die‑cut windows, doors, and portholes throughout ship superstructures
 --- Detailed lifeboats hung from launching davits

 --- Delicate railings on the forecastle, aft castle, and upper decks

 --- Complete rigging and stay‑lines on all masts and smokestacks
 --- Detailed interiors, complete with a realistic steering wheel, switches, and gauges
 --- Hand‑stitched plush seats made of genuine leather
 --  High‑gloss finishes with multi‑layered, micro‑sanded surfaces
 --- A specially developed multi‑layered paint system replicating the vessel’s true colors with remarkable depth

 --- RC‑compatible construction with epoxy‑lined hulls, pre-installed propeller shafts, and rubber assemblies.  ----  Due to the many ways our customers                  may power their RC models, our models do not come with propellers. 

---  Hatches open for easy RC equipment installation (motor and electronics not included).

 

Please note, as each model is hand-built by master craftsmen, slight variations in details and color may exist between pictures and models. 

 

CRAFTSMANSHIP BEYOND THE MODELS — APPAREL & LIFESTYLE GOODS

SavyBoat’s commitment to authenticity and craftsmanship extends into our apparel and lifestyle collections, designed for those who want to enjoy maritime heritage every day. 

 

Premium Apparel

Every garment is crafted with the same philosophy that guides our shipbuilding:

 --- Ultra‑soft, long‑staple cotton and performance wicking Poly-Blend fabrics
 --- Embroidery and prints inspired by historic ship insignias, pennants, navel, and other markings
 --- Precision‑stitched detailing mirroring the rigging and linework found on our models 
 --- Premium hats and outerwear featuring maritime textures, patterns, and ship‑inspired designs

 

Accessories & Collectibles

Our accessories are designed with the same level of refinement:

 --- Hand‑finished display cases to protect and highlight model beauty s
 --- Brass and stainless‑steel accents echoing the metals used in our model fittings
 --- Nautical‑themed décor pieces, including stands, plaques, and maritime desk accessories

 

CRAFTSMANSHIP YOU CAN SEE

Unlike other companies’ mass‑produced models carved from blocks, every SavyBoat hull is individually built plank by plank—an approach reserved for the finest bespoke replicas—ensuring accuracy, strength, and beauty. Models arrive assembled on a hand-polished solid‑wood base with pedestals and a nameplate.  Each model is assigned a unique serial number for added assurance that the model you purchased is a true SavyBoat model. 

 

Our apparel and lifestyle collection and accessories follow the same philosophy: premium fabrics, precision stitching, maritime‑inspired design, quality materials, and fittings that honor nautical heritage.

 

A TIMELESS GIFT FOR COLLECTORS & ENTHUSIASTS

A SavyBoat model is a striking centerpiece for any home, office, or gallery. It is an exceptional gift for maritime enthusiasts, interior decorators, and collectors who appreciate true craftsmanship at the highest level. Paired with SavyBoat apparel or lifestyle accessories, it becomes part of a complete heritage‑inspired collection—one that celebrates the art, history, and romance of the sea.

 

 


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