As the name suggest, Riva Junior wooden speedboat model replica was designed to be the baby of the Riva, a multi-purpose motorboat for water skiing. According to Handcrafted Model Ships, The Riva Junior model was conceived to replace the basic Florida model.
The Riva Junior wooden speed boat model has overall dimensions 32 inches long, 13 inches wide and 11 inches high (1:7 scale). It features open design of the cockpit and sun deck and the white painted sides for ease of maintenance. The Junior comes as a fully assembled model. Simply take the model out of the box and it is ready for display.
All parts of Riva Junior model have sophisticated detailed fittings, trimmings, propellers, steering wheel, horns, etc. that are made from stainless steel and brass. It also has plush leather seats with fine stiching details, a dashboard that has realistic gauges/switches (not a sticker), and a cloth flag (Italian) like the actual speedboat. There are no plastic parts. Interestingly, it can be converted to remote control.
Handcrafted Model Ships offer Riva Junior with two different types of bases: a high quality, conditioned wood base or a shiny marble base with 4 metal dolphins that craddle the model perfectly. Free shipping in lower 48 States if you buy it via Amazon. (link)
