This is the 1/232 Scale Protected Cruiser USS Olympia Plastic Model Kit from Squadron Products by Encore Models. Suitable for Ages 14 & Up. FEATURES: Highly detailed plastic pieces molded in grey Premium edition Laser cut self-adhesive wood deck veneers Turned metal gun barrels Wood display base with nameplate 2-piece full hull, deck with fine raised plank texture, highly detailed superstructure, ship"s boats, comprehensive deck fittings Display stand Printed paper flag sheet Resin parts include screws and stern torpedo tube cap Anchor chain plus extensive photo-etch enhancements (including railings for all deck levels, pilot house, bilge keels, bow and stern crests, vertical ladders, inclined ladders, funnel trim, cable reels, skylight frames, superstructure doors, forward command platform Illustrated instructions INCLUDES: One plastic model REQUIRES: Assembly Hobby knife (RMXR6909) Plastic cement (HCAR3415) Sprue cutters (HCAR0630) Paint (Silver, Brass, Metallic Gray, FS27876 White, FS20371 Buff, FS33722 Wood Tan, FS27038 Black, FS10108 Mahogany, FS11136 Red, FS15044 Blue, Standard Navy Gray, Anti-Fouling Red) SPECS: Scale: 1/232 Length: approx. 17.8" (452.12mm) COMMENTS: Due to small parts that could cause a choking hazard please keep away from children 3 years of age and younger tlc 5/4/12