The Simple|BASE line is designed to provide a good-looking and inexpensive alternative for displaying scale model naval aircraft. This display base for scale airplane models is a representation of the Imperial Japanese Navy wooden flight decks fitted to aircraft carriers built in the 1930s through to the end of the Second World War. This includes the decks of fleet, light, escort and training carriers. In general, IJN carrier decking was installed in the fore-aft orientation.
Each base is made from 6 mm thick wood-based materials to resist warping and is laser-engraved with aircraft deck tie-down fittings and planking. The Straight orientation base allows for placing the bases together.
Features
- Baltic Birch Plywood material
- Engraved Aircraft Deck T-eDown Fittings
- Engraved Deck Planking
- Scaled for 1/72, 1/48, 1/35 and 1/32 aircraft
- Options for Straight or Angled orientation
- Decks sold unfinished
- Wood is workshop sealed and sanded
Dimensions
| Scale | Type | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| 1/72 | Straight | 6.5" x 6.5" 165 mm x 165 mm |
| Angled | 6.25" x 6.25" 158 mm x 158 mm |
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| 1/48 | Straight | 9.75" x 9.75" 248 mm x 248 mm |
| Angled | 9.25" x 9.25" 238 mm x 238 mm |
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| 1/35 | Straight | 11.375" x 11.375" 288 mm x 288 mm |
| 1/32 | Straight | 11.375" x 11.375" 288 mm x 288 mm |
Finishing
- IJN deck planking is often seen in varying shades from new wood to weathered gray
- In some cases, deck planks were overpainted
- Deck tie-down fitting were of steel
- Check references for specific carriers and years is service
Guarantee
All Bases by Bill products are sold with a money-back guarantee if you are not satisfied for any reason.
This product is designed and manufactured in the United States.