{"product_id":"us-carrier-cv-3-saratoga","title":"Tamiya 1\/700 U.S. Carrier CV-3 Saratoga – Limited Edition with Pontos Photo-Etch Detail Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\nThis limited-edition release of the U.S. Navy’s CV-3 Saratoga pairs the already respected 1\/700 scale kit with a comprehensive suite of photo-etched detail parts crafted by Pontos Model of South Korea. The result is a model that offers a high level of authenticity—ideal for builders who enjoy patient, precise work and the satisfaction of adding fine metal details that transform the final presentation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Saratoga is depicted as she appeared during the Battle of Iwo Jima in February 1945. Four full sheets of photo-etch provide railings, anti-aircraft weapon enhancements, bridge detailing, and many other refined components. A pre-colored deck plate, dry transfers for deck markings, and brass detail pieces further elevate the realism. The kit also includes carefully molded Hellcat and Avenger aircraft to bring the flight deck to life.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nWith its asymmetrical starboard bulge faithfully reproduced and a clean one-piece flight deck stretching from bow to stern, this kit gives you space to explore meaningful craftsmanship at a manageable scale. For builders who appreciate accuracy, metal detailing, and historical subjects, this Saratoga edition offers a rewarding hands-on project.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50346053009655,"sku":"MH_TAM25179_HH","price":218.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0907\/3324\/8759\/files\/1d43752de8193007a0552e0cf078a065.jpg?v=1765377077","url":"https:\/\/checkout.miniaturehobbies.com\/products\/us-carrier-cv-3-saratoga","provider":"Miniature Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}