OcCre Golden Hind – accessible galleon kit with a strong historical story
OcCre Golden Hind is a wooden model kit in 1/85 scale that highlights one of the best-known ships from Elizabethan maritime history. OcCre describes the model as a spectacular reproduction of the galleon used by Sir Francis Drake, with a clear connection to the famous circumnavigation of the globe between 1577 and 1580.
For retailers, Golden Hind is an attractive model because it combines classic ship modelling with a story that is easy to communicate to customers. The ship’s connection to Francis Drake, the expedition from Plymouth and the voyage around the world gives the product a clear historical profile, well suited to assortments focused on wooden kits, ship models and giftable hobby products.
With 2370 parts and an estimated build time of around 170 hours, Golden Hind offers an engaging project with a strong visual reward. OcCre lists the difficulty level as easy, making the model a good step for hobby builders who want a more characterful galleon without moving into the most advanced kits. The finished length of 643 mm gives the model strong presence for both in-store display and online presentation.
Specifications:
- Manufacturer: OcCre
- Product name: Golden Hind
- Product category: Wooden model kit / ship model
- Scale: 1/85
- Length: 643 mm
- Width: 230 mm
- Height: 450 mm
- Number of parts: 2370 pcs
- Estimated build time: approx. 170 hours
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Target group: Hobby builders, history enthusiasts, collectors and gift buyers
- Assortment benefit: Historical galleon with a strong story and broad gift appeal
