Model boat kit

Lightning

Kit by Dumas

The Lightning is a 19 ft one design sailing dinghy class.

Dumas' kit is a 1 in to the foot replica with laser cut balsa frames, mahogany planking and nylon sails, meant for free sailing or display. It is 19 in long and is not designed for radio control.

What building a Lightning actually takes

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Build logs

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Median months

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Builds of this boat

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