HM Badger 1777 – The first brig under the command of Horatio Nelson
The HM Badger was a small brig of the British Royal Navy, which was used for patrols, escort duties and coastal operations in the late 18th century. The ship gained particular historical significance through the young Horatio Nelson, who took command of the Badger in late 1778. It was his first independent official command of a ship and an important step on the path to his later career as one of the British Navy’s most famous admirals.
Unlike the large ships of the line, brigs such as the Badger were designed for versatile operations. Their comparatively small size and good manoeuvrability made them particularly suitable for tasks where larger warships could only be deployed to a limited extent. With its characteristic two-mast rig, the Badger represents an important class of vessel in the Royal Navy during the American War of Independence.
Highly detailed wooden model kit from Victory Models
The HM Badger model kit on a scale of 1:64 from Amati’s Victory Models series allows you to recreate this historic sailing warship as a sophisticated display model.
The hull construction consists of precision laser-cut wooden parts and is built using the traditional frame-and-planking method with double planking. This construction method allows for meticulous shaping of the hull form and a high-quality surface finish.
Particular attention has been paid to the model’s fine details. Photo-etched brass parts, numerous wooden and metal fittings, and the included rigging cord enable a detailed finishing of the ship. The brig’s characteristic rigging, with its two masts, gives the finished model its historic appearance.
The kit includes comprehensive assembly instructions and five detailed construction plans to assist with the build. A self-adhesive fabric flag completes the set. An MDF model plinth with two brass supports is included for the attractive display of the finished model ship.
With a length of 59 cm, the HM Badger offers numerous interesting details within a comparatively compact space. The kit is particularly suitable for model-makers with experience in building historical wooden ship models who enjoy precise planking, fine fittings and intricate rigging.
Technical specifications
Scale: 1:64
Length: 590 mm
Width: 236 mm
Height: 520 mm
