The Enterprise Model Yacht 60" H with Optional Personalized Plaque from Everything Nautical is the ideal collectible for any sailboat or yacht enthusiast. The Enterprise was designed to be the largest and fastest racing yacht of its time. It was designed by Nat Herreshoff and Starling Burgess who took great pride in creating the 80 foot long J-boat. This ship won a clean sweep of four races in 1930 to maintain the 80 year record of uninterrupted ownership of the America's Cup.
One of the key innovations of the Enterprise was its rig design. Burgess incorporated a very large boom, known as Park Avenue, which allowed for greater flexibility and the ability to curve the foot of the mainsail. This innovation gave Enterprise a significant advantage, as it improved the yacht's ability to adjust to various wind conditions and optimize its speed. When the America's Cup races took place, Enterprise proved to be an incredibly fast and well-engineered vessel. Under the skilled hands of Vanderbilt’s team, she sailed to victory and successfully defended the America's Cup in both 1930 and 1934, solidifying her place in history as one of the most iconic yachts of her time.
The Enterprise was celebrated not only for her performance on the water but also for her cutting-edge design. Her technological advancements set new standards in yacht racing and helped shape the future of competitive sailing. Today, she remains a symbol of innovation and excellence in the world of classic racing yachts.
This replica of the famous Enterprise is hand built by master craftsmen who use historical documents and photographs to create the ideal model. It features beautiful strips of real mahogany and teak wood along with handcrafted wooden ornaments and metal accents throughout. This model requires partial assembly. The boat is assembled, but sails, rigging, and masts are laid down, resulting in a smaller shipping box, which results in less expensive shipping.
This model yacht measures 46.9” L x 8.7” W x 50” H. Each replica takes hundreds of hours to complete and includes impressive accents such as a wooden boom, bunkers and metal railing. Every model of the Enterprise is situated on a sturdy wooden stand and includes a shiny metal plate engraved with “Enterprise 1930”. It makes an exceptional gift for any boating enthusiast or model ship collector. You can also choose to add the Enterprise to your own personal collection and display it with other pieces found in the Model Ships section of our website.
The Enterprise Model Yacht 60" H with Optional Personalized Plaque from Everything Nautical is a magnificent replica of one of the fastest racing vessels ever built. Be sure to place your order today!
