Description
Iconic 1903 Wright Brother Flyer Model by Old Modern Handicrafts (OMH)
The Old Modern Handicrafts (OMH) 1903 Wright Brother Flyer Model is a meticulously crafted, hand-built 1:10 scale wooden replica of the world’s first successful heavier-than-air powered aircraft. This historically accurate model celebrates the pioneering spirit of aviation and is perfect for collectors, aviation enthusiasts, and decor aficionados.
Key Features
- Measures approximately 24.5” wide x 47.5” long x 10.2” high, an impressive display size
- Constructed with a sturdy western red cedar frame ensuring durability and authentic appearance
- Features fabric wings stretched over the wooden frame replicating the original construction
- Detailed rigging faithfully recreated by hand to match the 1903 Flyer’s design
- 100% built to scale by hand according to the original Wright brothers’ plans
- Pre-built with no plastic parts, shipped ready to display
- Ships securely in 2-4 business days with careful packaging
Detailed Craftsmanship Honoring Aviation’s Pioneer Era
The 1903 Wright Flyer, often called Flyer I, marks the birth of controlled, sustained powered flight. Designed and built by Orville and Wilbur Wright, the Flyer completed four historic flights on December 17, 1903, near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. This achievement is recognized by the Smithsonian as the first successful heavier-than-air powered flight with a pilot aboard, initiating the pioneer era of aviation.
OMH master craftsmen have recreated this landmark aircraft at 1:10 scale with painstaking attention to detail. Using western red cedar for a sturdy frame and authentic fabric wings, this model reflects the Flyer’s original design, including intricate rigging. It’s a stunning tribute and an impressive display piece for any aviation collector or history enthusiast.
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