{"id":9201999282427,"title":"Artesania - 1\/12 Stage Coach - Legend of the Wild West","handle":"artesania-112-stage-coach-legend-of-the-wild-west","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1\/12 Stage Coach - Legend of the Wild West\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtesania 20345\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRelive the Wild West Adventure with the Concord Stagecoach\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep into the golden age of the Wild West with this model kit that captures the essence of the Concord stagecoach, a symbol of daring journeys and westward expansion. Ideal for collectors, modelers, and American history enthusiasts, this replica offers a unique building experience and a visually stunning result.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Role of Stagecoaches in Westward Expansion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the 1840s and 1850s, Concord stagecoaches were vital to westward expansion, linking isolated communities and facilitating the transport of mail, passengers, and goods over challenging routes. Before railroads took over in the 1870s, these stagecoaches were the primary means of overland transport, braving rough roads and bandit attacks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of the Concord Stagecoach\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin and Manufacturer (Abbot Downing Company)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Concord stagecoach, built by the Abbot Downing Company in Concord, New Hampshire, became an icon of 19th-century American transportation. Its robust and functional design made it essential for western routes, immortalized in cowboy tales and classic westerns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign and Unique Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConcord stagecoaches were renowned for their unique leather strap suspension (thoroughbraces), which absorbed shocks from rough terrains, offering relative comfort compared to European spring suspensions. With room for up to nine passengers on three cramped benches, and sometimes more on the roof, they also carried trunks and mailbags, often overloaded.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLife on Board and \"Riding Shotgun\" Anecdotes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStagecoach journeys were perilous, facing treacherous roads and bandit raids. This gave rise to the term \"riding shotgun,\" referring to the armed guard seated beside the driver to protect the cargo. This model kit recreates these historical details, transporting you to an era of bravery and danger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtesania Latina Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifficulty Level and Target Audience:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Artesania Latina Stage Coach 1848 kit, at 1:12 scale, is designed for intermediate modelers, collectors, and Wild West enthusiasts. It's perfect for those who enjoy westerns, historical modeling, or transportation history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials and Construction Techniques:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted with high-quality materials, this model combines solid linden wood, laser-cut plywood, photo-etched brass parts, and synthetic leather. The coach body features a simulated suspension and functional braking system, reinforced with metal parts for added durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilding Experience (Instructions and Support):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kit offers an engaging building experience with step-by-step video instructions and detailed paper plans. 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Ideal for collectors, modelers, and American history enthusiasts, this replica offers a unique building experience and a visually stunning result.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Role of Stagecoaches in Westward Expansion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the 1840s and 1850s, Concord stagecoaches were vital to westward expansion, linking isolated communities and facilitating the transport of mail, passengers, and goods over challenging routes. Before railroads took over in the 1870s, these stagecoaches were the primary means of overland transport, braving rough roads and bandit attacks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of the Concord Stagecoach\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin and Manufacturer (Abbot Downing Company)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Concord stagecoach, built by the Abbot Downing Company in Concord, New Hampshire, became an icon of 19th-century American transportation. Its robust and functional design made it essential for western routes, immortalized in cowboy tales and classic westerns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign and Unique Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConcord stagecoaches were renowned for their unique leather strap suspension (thoroughbraces), which absorbed shocks from rough terrains, offering relative comfort compared to European spring suspensions. With room for up to nine passengers on three cramped benches, and sometimes more on the roof, they also carried trunks and mailbags, often overloaded.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLife on Board and \"Riding Shotgun\" Anecdotes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStagecoach journeys were perilous, facing treacherous roads and bandit raids. This gave rise to the term \"riding shotgun,\" referring to the armed guard seated beside the driver to protect the cargo. This model kit recreates these historical details, transporting you to an era of bravery and danger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtesania Latina Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifficulty Level and Target Audience:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Artesania Latina Stage Coach 1848 kit, at 1:12 scale, is designed for intermediate modelers, collectors, and Wild West enthusiasts. It's perfect for those who enjoy westerns, historical modeling, or transportation history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials and Construction Techniques:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted with high-quality materials, this model combines solid linden wood, laser-cut plywood, photo-etched brass parts, and synthetic leather. The coach body features a simulated suspension and functional braking system, reinforced with metal parts for added durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilding Experience (Instructions and Support):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kit offers an engaging building experience with step-by-step video instructions and detailed paper plans. These guides ensure a smooth assembly process, even for modelers with moderate experience, making the journey as rewarding as the final product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded Parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kit includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Solid wood and laser-cut plywood parts for precise assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Photo-etched brass, cast metal, and synthetic leather for seats, curtains, and luggage covers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Brass decorations and decals for historical inscriptions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunctional and Decorative Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe model features functional wheels with movable axles, opening doors, stacked trunks and mailbags on the roof, and a whip evoking the overloaded stagecoaches of the Wild West. Interior details like curtains and padded seats add historical authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions of the Completed Model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements Without Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Length: 575 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Width: 200 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Height: 230 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}