1/350 'Oars' Photo-etched Detailing kit (Microdesign MD350213)

What Is It?

Enhance the realism of your Ship models with this photo-etched detailing kit. This kit is carefully designed to add authenticity and visual impact to your 1/350 scale ship models. This set provides a collection of precision-etched oars intended for boats, dinghies, whaleboats, and longboats—integral components of larger warships or commercial vessels. Constructed from 0.12 mm brass, these oars are not only incredibly detailed but also durable, ensuring that your smaller watercraft look just as realistic as the main ship. With easy assembly and a straightforward design, the MD350213 set is suitable for modelers of all skill levels. Each oar features fine engravings and slight relief to capture the shape and texture of real wooden oars. Whether you're depicting a Napoleonic-era ship-of-the-line, a 19th-century merchant vessel, or a modern naval cruiser with auxiliary boats, these brass-etched oars provide a significant upgrade over basic plastic parts.
Beyond their functional role as a means of propulsion, oars also contribute to the overall composition and storytelling of your model, highlighting the historical accuracy of onboard small craft. By using photo-etched oars from Microdesign, you ensure your dinghies, whaleboats, and longboats are faithfully represented, lending extra appeal to your final display.

Who Is It Intended For?

This detailing set is perfect for:

• Modeling Beginners looking to enhance their ship models
• Hobbyists seeking to add realistic details to their builds
• Collectors who value authenticity and detail

Benefits

1. Enhance Realism: Adds intricate oar details to your ship models, capturing the fine structure of real wooden oars
2. High-Quality Material: Made from durable 0.12mm brass for longevity and crisp detailing
3. Easy to Use: Designed with an initial difficulty level suitable for beginners
4. Versatile: Equip up to 13 small vessels (boats, dinghies, whaleboats, longboats)

Product Details

Kit Composition

• Photo-etching board containing finely detailed oars
• Oars suitable for various small craft such as boats, dinghies, whaleboats, and longboats

Applications

Ideal for enhancing:

• Russian Imperial Navy ship models
• Historical ship models requiring detailed oars
• Any 1/350 scale ship models with small auxiliary vessels

Historical Background

Oars have been an essential means of propulsion for small watercraft throughout maritime history. From ancient galleys of the Mediterranean to the whaleboats used by 19th-century hunters, oars allow vessels to maneuver independently of wind conditions. Wooden oars were typically handcrafted from sturdy, lightweight woods such as spruce or ash, chosen for their resilience and manageable weight. During the Age of Sail, small boats attached to warships and merchant vessels relied almost exclusively on oars when away from the main ship. Launches, cutters, and whaleboats all needed rowers for tasks such as ferrying goods, exploring shorelines, and even conducting raiding parties in naval engagements. As steam and diesel power advanced in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many larger vessels eventually integrated mechanized lifeboats, though oars remained a reliable backup. 

How to Use

Follow these simple steps to apply the detailing set:

1. Carefully remove the oars from the photo-etching board using a sharp blade or fine scissors.
2. Shape and adjust the oars as necessary using fine tweezers or a bending tool.
3. Attach the oars to your small vessels using a small amount of cyanoacrylate glue.
4. Paint the oars to match your model’s color scheme for a cohesive finish.

Why Choose Imodeller's Detailing Set?

• Precision Craftsmanship: Laser-etched for maximum detail, capturing the fine shape of real oars
• High-Quality Material: Durable brass ensures longevity and consistent form
• Easy to Use: Suitable for modelers of all skill levels
• Enhance Authenticity: Elevates your small craft from ordinary to exceptional

Order Yours Today!

Elevate your ship-building experience with this must-have set. Order the Microdesign MD350213 detailing set now and make your models truly exceptional!

Shipping Information

Item Location: USA

Fast Shipping: The item will be shipped immediately after payment.