VIRGEN DEL MAR, ATUNERO DEL CANTABRICO

This type of boat is characteristic of the Cantabrian coast and can be seen in all ports of the provinces of Guipúzcoa, Vizcaya, Cantabria, Asturias, and Galicia, with minor local variations.

The primary fishing methods employed are longline fishing and trawling. Although originally designed for tuna fishing, these boats have adapted to other fishing techniques over time.

A distinctive feature of these boats is their high bow, designed to counter the strong waves of the Cantabrian Sea. Coastal fishing in this region has evolved steadily since the beginning of the century. The design of these vessels has been adapted to meet the demands of purse seine fishing and advancements in navigational safety.

The brightly painted hulls are another unique aspect of these boats. This tradition serves not only to protect the wooden hull but has also become a ritual along the Cantabrian coast. Each port has its own unique color scheme, though the origin of this custom remains uncertain.

Features:
Traditional plank-on-frame construction
Laser-cut keel, frames, and superstructures
Fine cast metal accessories and many pre-fabricated small parts
Detailed step-by-step booklet with 44 pages and many color photographs
Brief multilingual text contributions, including German
Two 1:1 color photographs (~DIN A2)

Scale: 1:50
Length: 580 mm
Width: 132 mm
Height: 340 mm (without stand)

age recommendation: +14

WARNING! Not suitable for children under 36 months due to small pieces which may present a chocking hazard - DANGER OF SUFFOCATION !