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The permanent base for our completed man-of-war is also an optional matter with the builder. The type illustrated is commonly used in museums and shows the hull lines to good advantage. Two posts, as detailed, support the keel, and 3-in. wood screws of small diameter are driven through the base, through the centerpost holes and into the hull. Supplementary supports of 1/8-in. polished brass rod are then screwed to the hull and base midships on each side to take any side strain. If the model is placed in a sealed glass case, a small dish of ordinary table salt should be set inside to equalize humidity and prevent dry-rot.
So ends the construction of our model - as proud a little ship as her glorious namesake. Possibly the building of this exceptional model has required more of your time than many simplified models, but, we have never yielded to a compromise of design or materials to save the few extra hours of work. She faithfully carries on the brave tradition of a brave old ship. Sail on, "Sovereign!"
Copyright, © 1933, by Popular Mechanics Company
