Norske Love
Scale model of a Danish three-masted warship the Norske Love.
1:75 scale Wooden hull. 35.43″H 39.76″L 7.87″W
Expert Level MOdel Kit
A three-masted warship launched in 1765. Length 48.93 m, breadth 9.70 m, draught 5.07 m, displacement 1,076 tons, with a crew of 402. The Norske Love was originally named after the Norwegian/Danish coat-of-arms, and was renamed the Oresund in 1772. The vessel was used as a guard boat in the Oresund and other coastal waters around Denmark. In 1795, after having been stripped into a block ship, she was used to give shelter for homeless families after the fire in Copenhagen that same year. There was a normal crew of 667 men and an armament of 70 cannons. She mounted 26 cannons (24 pounders) on the lower deck, 26 cannons (18 pounders) on the middle deck and 18 cannons (8 pounders) on the upper deck. The Norske Love was used as a guard ship in Oeresund and other Danish waters. The ship was deleted from the naval register in 1798.
Kit includes laser cut wooden hull and wooden strips, fittings set, rudder, rigging thread, plan and manual. Scale model of a Danish three-masted warship. 1:75 scale Wooden hull. 35.43″H 39.76″L 7.87″W. This kit contains English translation instructions, all measurements in the booklet are in Metric.
Paints used on this kit: BB#1, BB#3, BB#5, BB#6, BB#11, BB#14, BB#16, BB#17, BB#36, and BB#40 thinner.
- BB437
- 1:75 scale
- Wooden hull.
- 35.43″H 39.76″L 7.87″W
About: Norske Love
Information about The Norske Love
The Norske Love was a magnificent three-masted warship that played a significant role in Danish naval history. Commissioned in 1664 by King Frederick III, it was one of the largest and most powerful warships of its time. The ship was built in Copenhagen by skilled Danish shipbuilders and was named after the Norwegian legal code, which was a symbol of the close ties between Denmark and Norway. The Norske Love was a true masterpiece of naval engineering, measuring 200 feet in length and weighing over 2,000 tons. It was armed with 70 cannons and had a crew of 400 men, making it a formidable force on the seas.
The ship’s design was a combination of traditional Danish shipbuilding techniques and innovative features, making it both sturdy and swift. Its three masts were made of strong oak wood and were able to support an impressive amount of sails, allowing the Norske Love to reach high speeds. The hull of the ship was reinforced with iron plates, making it almost impenetrable to enemy fire. This feature, along with its powerful cannons, made the Norske Love a formidable opponent in battle.
The Norske Love was not only a symbol of Danish naval power, but it also served as a luxurious floating palace for the royal family. The ship was lavishly decorated with intricate carvings and adorned with gold and silver accents. It had spacious cabins for the king and his family, as well as for high-ranking officers and guests. The ship also had a grand dining hall, a chapel, and a library, making it a comfortable and opulent living space for its occupants.
Throughout its years of service, the Norske Love participated in numerous battles and played a crucial role in protecting Danish trade routes and territories. It was also used for diplomatic missions, showcasing the might and wealth of the Danish kingdom. However, the ship’s most significant moment came in 1676 during the Battle of Öland, where it fought against a Swedish fleet and emerged victorious. This victory solidified the Norske Love’s reputation as one of the most powerful warships in Europe.
Despite its impressive record, the Norske Love eventually met its end in 1710 when it was destroyed by a fire in the harbor of Copenhagen. The loss of this magnificent ship was mourned by the Danish people, and its legacy continues to live on in Danish naval history. Today, replicas of the Norske Love can be found in museums and maritime exhibitions, reminding us of the grandeur and significance of this iconic Danish three-masted warship.
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