{"product_id":"48118-very-fire-vf350919dx-uss-salem-ca-139-deluxe-kit-1350","title":"Very Fire VF350919DX USS Salem CA-139 Deluxe Kit 1\/350","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVery Fire VF350919DX USS Salem CA-139 Deluxe Kit 1\/350 – Plastic Ship Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nDiscover an exceptional ship model – \u003cstrong\u003eVery Fire VF350919DX USS Salem CA-139 Deluxe Kit 1\/350\u003c\/strong\u003e, representing the legendary heavy cruiser USS Salem (CA-139), part of the Des Moines class. This \u003cstrong\u003e1\/350\u003c\/strong\u003e scale kit is the perfect choice for both collectors and advanced modelers who appreciate the highest level of detail and a wealth of extras.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/350\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e plastic ship model kit with photo-etched add-ons and resin parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Operator:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States of America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eService Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold War (1949–1959)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nUSS Salem (CA-139) entered service in 1949 as the flagship of the 6th Fleet of the US Navy. It became renowned for its modern design—as the first cruiser in the world equipped with fully automatic main artillery. The vessel actively patrolled the Mediterranean Sea, taking part in many peacekeeping operations, and during its service became a symbol of American naval power in the Cold War era. After being decommissioned in 1959, it was preserved as a museum ship in Quincy, Massachusetts.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eDeluxe Version\u003c\/strong\u003e of this model by Very Fire stands out for its exceptional wealth of equipment. The kit includes not only perfectly reproduced \u003cstrong\u003eplastic parts\u003c\/strong\u003e, but also high-quality \u003cstrong\u003ephoto-etched sheets\u003c\/strong\u003e (PE), \u003cstrong\u003eresin components\u003c\/strong\u003e, precisely replicated metal gun barrels, and numerous details to help build realistic sections of deck, superstructure, and armament. Thanks to this, the model is one of the most accurately rendered heavy cruisers of the US Navy available in this scale.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRichly detailed sprues with intricate details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto-etched sheets (PE) – railings, ladders, armament details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResin parts for the most complex superstructure and fittings components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal barrels for main and secondary artillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear assembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nWe recommend this model to advanced hobbyists experienced in building complex ships—the reproduction requires precision and patience (difficulty level \u003cstrong\u003e4\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e). It is also ideal for US Navy history enthusiasts and Cold War ship collectors who expect the highest quality of detail and customization possibilities.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nChoose the \u003cstrong\u003eVery Fire VF350919DX USS Salem CA-139 Deluxe Kit 1\/350\u003c\/strong\u003e and add one of the most advanced masterpieces of American maritime engineering to your collection!\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Very Fire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722781118798,"sku":"VF350919DX","price":312.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/000c57cb174e5ef5ff9703c51266e158.jpg?v=1755546347","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.es\/en\/products\/48118-very-fire-vf350919dx-uss-salem-ca-139-deluxe-kit-1350","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}