CASPIAN SEA MONSTER
CASPIAN SEA MONSTER
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Shipping policy
Shipping policy
Excluding Pre-Orders, all orders are shipped within 3 business days. We send all of our parcels using DPD who will provide updates via email or text with an hourly window so you can never miss a delivery.
Pre-Orders
Estimated shipping dates are provided for Pre-Orders. We will do our best to ship your pre-order before or on the estimated ship date, but please be aware the actual ship may be different due to production or shipping delays.
Order Tracking
Once your order starts fulfilment, a tracking # is provided by the shipping carrier. We will then update your order with the tracking information and email it over to you.
Shipping Rates
Next Working Day Delivery (order by 1pm) - £3.95
Free Express Next Working Day Delivery (order by 1pm) - Free on orders over £30
Northern Ireland Standard Delivery (order by 1pm) - £9.95
Free Express Delivery (order by 1pm) - Free on orders over £50
Refund policy
Refund policy
Returns
Our policy lasts 30 days. If 30 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.
To complete your return, we require a receipt or proof of purchase.
Please do not send your purchase back to the manufacturer.
There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted.
- Any item not in its original condition, is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error
- Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery
Refunds
Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. We will also notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund.
If you are approved, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within a certain amount of days.
Late or missing refunds
If you haven’t received a refund yet, first check your bank account again.
Then contact your credit card company, it may take some time before your refund is officially posted.
Next contact your bank. There is often some processing time before a refund is posted.
If you’ve done all of this and you still have not received your refund yet, please contact us at service@fountasia.com.
Sale items
Only regular priced items may be refunded, unfortunately sale items cannot be refunded.
Exchanges
We only replace items if they are defective or damaged. If you need to exchange it for the same item, send us an email at info@nkkz.co.uk for return details.
Gifts
If the item was marked as a gift when purchased and shipped directly to you, you’ll receive a gift credit for the value of your return. Once the returned item is received, a gift certificate will be mailed to you.
If the item wasn’t marked as a gift when purchased, or the gift giver had the order shipped to themselves to give to you later, we will send a refund to the gift giver and he will find out about your return.
Shipping
To return your product, you should email us service@fountasia.com for details.
You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.
Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary.
If you are shipping an item over £75, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance. We don’t guarantee that we will receive your returned item.
Description
Made in Ukraine
PROTOTYPE HISTORY
The Ekranoplan is a remarkable invention that combines the features of a glider, an airplane, and a boat into a single mechanism. This vehicle can fly over relatively flat surfaces such as deserts, fields, and water, utilizing air cushion effects generated by the airflow ascending off the surface.
In 1960s a most powerful and big machine was built. It was a secret soviet project named “KM”, a soviet trial to make a warship from rare biggest ekranoplan on planet. The model known as the "Caspian Sea Monster" underwent several test flights, but after a series of accidents, it was deemed impractical.
However, the audacity of the engineering concept laid out in the "Caspian Sea Monster" still captivates enthusiasts of large mechanisms and machines, inspiring designers to achieve new accomplishments.
The engineers at "Metal Time" didn't overlook this remarkable object and created a model based on the core concept of the "KM" project. This aircraft had ten jet engines, short wings, and distinctive features in its tail section. It was designed for flights over water surfaces and could glide during takeoff and landing. All these features were incorporated into the self-assembly model of the "Caspian Sea Monster."
FEATURES, BENEFITS
The self-assembly model "Caspian Sea Monster" comes with a platform on which the ekranoplan is placed. The platform can be detached, allowing the model to be used for various purposes, such as prototypes, installations, technological toys, and more.
Schematic jet engine turbines are positioned on the fuselage, nose, and tail sections of the model—eight in the front and two in the rear.
This configuration made the "Caspian Sea Monster" prototype a unique aircraft with no equal in the world.
The model is made from colorful stainless steel, giving it vibrancy, and making it a worthy interior decoration.
Distinctive features of the "Caspian Sea Monster" model include windows on the fuselage, wing geometry, and movable ailerons on the main wings and tail section.
Like all Metal Time assembly kits, the "Caspian Sea Monster" model is made from environmentally friendly stainless steel that is used in the food industry and approved for manufacturing consumer goods and toys.
The precise cutting of the kit eliminates the possibility of cuts during assembly. The parts are precisely aligned with each other, ensuring a smooth assembly process.
Pleasant tactile sensations, durability, and the aesthetics of matte metal distinguish steel parts favorably from wooden or plastic components used in other kits.
The convenient flat packaging made from recyclable eco-friendly cardboard combines compactness with the aesthetics of a prestigious gift.
Every purchaser of a "Metal Time" model receives a club badge, a thank-you postcard, and a unique number assigned to each model. Joining the "Metal Time" club provides additional opportunities for each customer.
"Caspian Sea Monster" Model - an excellent gift for enthusiasts of technical creativity as well as the aesthetics of complex metal structures. The colored components also transform the model into a wonderful and unusual toy.
This model will add uniqueness to your interior, as this distinctive piece will spark many questions from guests about its history. For young builders and future engineers, it will be a fantastic gift.
The "Caspian Sea Monster" can also find a worthy place in a child's room. Additionally, having the model in a professional setting will emphasize the owner's character originality and their knowledge of technological history.
The "Caspian Sea Monster" assembly model is designed for a wide range of users aged 14 and older.
Studying and assembling the model develop technical creativity skills, encourage the exploration of the history of science and technology, and provide a great activity for family leisure. Assembling the "Caspian Sea Monster" model will provide you with numerous creative moments while also requiring hands-on work. With its multitude of parts, assembling it is a rewarding task. However, the entire family will be able to take pride in the collective achievement. For interest clubs and friendly gatherings, it's an exciting and motivating activity.
The "Caspian Sea Monster" could become a part of your "Metal Time" collection, dedicated to aviation, military technology, and unique large machines. By studying the history of aircraft development, you will encounter many interesting and useful facts. Perhaps, assembling this specific model will awaken your inner builder's talents or serve as a push towards choosing an engineering profession.
Each of our models is assigned a unique serial number, turning them into collectible and exchangeable items. The "Metal Time" constructors' club is a growing community of passionate individuals engaged in construction.
Every model comes with the "Metal Time" club badge, signifying the owner's membership in a community of enthusiasts of technical creativity and unique examples of technology created throughout history.
The "Metal Time" loyalty program regularly offers pleasant surprises to the owners of our models.
WHAT IS IN THE GIFTBOX?
| Steel sheets, pcs | 4 |
| Pliers | YES |
| File | YES |
| Polishing cloth | YES |
SPECIFICATIONS
| Quantity of parts, pcs | 77 |
| Difficulty level, from 1 to 8 | 4 |
| Hours to assemble (average) | 5 |
| Model size (cm) | 25×10,5×7 |
| Model size (inch) | 9.84×4.13×2.76 |
| Features: |
This model is made from 100% recyclable material.
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