{"product_id":"uss-melvin-dd-680-fletcher-class-destroyer-scale-model-wwii-naval-collectible","title":"USS Melvin DD-680 Fletcher-Class Destroyer Scale Model – WWII Naval Collectible","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"478\"\u003eThis is a detailed scale model of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"228\"\u003eUSS Melvin (DD-680)\u003c\/strong\u003e, a Fletcher-class destroyer of the United States Navy. Known for her service in the Pacific during World War II, the \u003cem data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"354\"\u003eMelvin\u003c\/em\u003e earned 10 battle stars and is remembered as one of the legendary destroyers that played a vital role in naval operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eThe model features intricate craftsmanship, including gun turrets, torpedo tubes, lifeboats, radar mast, and deck structures, all painted in authentic naval gray with a red hull bottom. The ship sits on a display base marked with \u003cstrong data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"733\"\u003e\"USS Melvin DD 680\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an excellent presentation piece for collectors or naval history enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"855\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"855\"\u003eModel: USS Melvin (DD-680)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"891\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eClass: Fletcher-class destroyer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"913\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"913\"\u003eEra: World War II\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"989\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"989\"\u003eFeatures: Guns, torpedo tubes, radar mast, lifeboats, and detailed deck\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003eMounted on display stand with engraved nameplate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003eDimensions: 36' long, 4.5\" wide and 12\" high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003eCondition: Good vintage condition with light wear from display\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003eThis collectible ship model is perfect for naval memorabilia collectors, WWII history enthusiasts, or as a unique display for a maritime-themed décor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maupin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47300861427927,"sku":null,"price":720.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1501\/8628\/files\/104_5342.jpg?v=1760621193","url":"https:\/\/annapolismaritimeantiques.com\/en-au\/products\/uss-melvin-dd-680-fletcher-class-destroyer-scale-model-wwii-naval-collectible","provider":"Annapolis Maritime Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}