Description

Bluejacket We’re Here Model Kit

The “We’re Here” is a famous fictional fishing schooner featured in Rudyard Kipling’s novel “Captains Courageous,” published in 1897. The novel tells the story of a wealthy young boy named Harvey Cheyne who falls overboard from a luxury ocean liner and is rescued by the crew of the “We’re Here,” a Newfoundland fishing schooner.

The “We’re Here” is portrayed as a sturdy, hardworking vessel engaged in the dangerous and demanding work of commercial fishing in the North Atlantic. The crew is depicted as seasoned, skilled fishermen who teach Harvey the value of hard work, discipline, and camaraderie.

Although the “We’re Here” is a fictional schooner, it is emblematic of the many fishing vessels that plied the waters of the North Atlantic during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Schooners were popular choices for fishing vessels due to their speed, maneuverability, and ability to carry large catches of fish.

The character of the “We’re Here” and its crew has become iconic in nautical literature, representing the rugged and adventurous spirit of the fishing industry in the Atlantic Ocean. Rudyard Kipling’s portrayal of life aboard the “We’re Here” has captured the imagination of readers for generations, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of life at sea.

The Bluejacket We’re Here kit is a handsome, medium sized solid hull model and an excellent choice for the less experienced builder. The comprehensive instructions provide information for the more experienced modeler to add those telling details that mark the work of a creative craftsman.

Solid Hull Construction

Scale: 1/8″ = 1′
Length: 23″