Billing Boats Monterey B522 Model Boat Kit

Billing Boats Monterey B522 Model Boat Kit Mediterranean Edition 
 
Even though this boat is known as a “Monterey,” the design of this craft originated in San Francisco Bay, California, (90 miles from Monterey). This boat was built at Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco and was given the nickname “Monterey”. The immigrant Italian or Sicilian craftsman in San Francisco Bay, patterned the “Monterey” after the Mediterranean Lateen Sail Felucca, with modifications to accept a gas engine, so this is a true California, USA creation! These boats were “built by eye,” no plans used, the craftsmen simply started with a general double ended design, with an ample beam, clipper bow, and built the remainder by eye. So, “All “Montereys” are alike, but no two are the same.” This 1928 version owned by Angelo Ghio, has all the characteristics of a true “Monterey,” as he chose the style of house; stem curvature etc. that he preferred. Several thousand of these boats were built from 1910 to 1950, they proved to be very sturdy (cedar planking) and reliable with much beauty for a work boat! A few are still in use, the “Monterey” boat is in its 77th year, (its 9th owner).

Scale 1:20
Length 49cm 
Beam 15cm 
Height: 21cm 

The Billing Boats kit of the Monterrey: plank on frame construction, laser cut plywood keel, frame components and decks, hull fittings in wood, brass and/or plastic, rigging cord in various sizes, Propshaft, rudder and propeller. Includes Full size plan sheets and an instruction manual with English Text. 

Billing Boats Level: Experienced