A 16FT TO 1IN. SCALE WATERLINE MODEL OF NORWEGIAN TYPE 2 HUNT CLASS DESTROYER K.N.S ARENDAL (EX. H.M.S. BADSWORTH) AS DEPICTED IN 1946
modelled by E. Dyke, carved and laminated hull finished in red below the waterline and grey above, with detailed fittings and armaments as appropriate and depicted underway in a calm painted sea, contained on wooden display glass, with legend and plexiglass cover, overall -- 6½ x 19½ x 6in. (16.5 x 48 x 15cm.)

Badsworth was built by Cammell Laird in 1941 as one of 33 produced under the emergency building programme. Displacing 1050 tons, they were 2ft 6in. wider than the Type 1s, their Parsons gears turbines developed 27kts and they were crewed by 168 personnel. Sold to Norway in 1946 and named Arendal she was struck from the list in 1961.

Condition Report
Fine overall condition.

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.