The Cutty Sark is a British clipper ship. Built on the Clyde in 1869 for the Jock Willis Shipping Line, she was one of the last tea clippers to be built and one of the fastest, coming at the end of a long period of design development which halted as sailing ships gave way to steam propulsion. The Airfix Cutty Sark gift set makes the perfect gift for fans of ships. There are approximately 220 pieces, 8 paints, 2 brushes and glue to make up a 1:130 scale model that imitates the famous Cutty Sark, a British clipper ship. The model makes a stunning piece to put on display in the home. Not suitable for children under 36 months - contains small parts which could be swallowed. Age range 8 years+.