Showcase your scale model naval aircraft with this cost-effective and visually striking Simple|BASE display base. Designed to replicate the wooden flight decks used on Imperial Japanese Navy aircraft carriers from the 1930s through the end of World War II, this base captures the look of fleet, light, escort, and training carriers. Featuring the historically accurate fore-aft plank orientation, it offers an authentic backdrop for any IJN aircraft build. Perfect for modelers seeking realism without breaking the budget.
Each carrier deck is made from 3 mm thick Baltic Birch or MDF and is laser-engraved with aircraft securing rails (aka: tiedown strips) and planking in an angled orientation.
Take the carrier deck and insert it flush into the hardwood holder and now you have a top-level presentation of your model that is sure to turn heads.
The holder is high-quality Wisconsin Cherry hardwood, with a routed inset to accept the carrier deck and finished with your choice of five stain colors. Holder is topcoat with a semi-gloss polyurethane. Please note that carrier decks are ready-to-finish.
Features
- Baltic Birch Plywood material
- Engraved Aircraft Deck Tie Down 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 | Holder Dimensions | Deck Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| 1/72 | 7.75" x 7.75" 196mm x 196mm |
6.5" x 6.5" 165 mm x 165 mm |
| 1/48 | 10.875" x 10.875" 276mm x 276mm |
9.75" x 9.75" 248 mm x 248 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.