In 1851, this "low back schooner" was the only foeign entry to challenge the cream of the British yachts and seamanship in a 53-mile race aroudn the Isle of Wight. Studying her before the race, one English yachtsman remarked, "If she is right, all of us are wrong." They were. America romped in 18 minutes ahead of her nearest competitor and brought home the Cup that still bears her name.

Our kits is of plank-on-frame construction, designed as an Admiralty-style model with its mahogany ribs exposed. Also provided is enough wood to complete the planking if you wish, brass and Britannia metal fittings, rigging line, plus cloth to make sails.