Stage Coach

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Description

Stage Coach

Relive the Wild West era with the Diligence Stage Coach model.

The assembly box contains: laser-cut walnut wood frame and accessories, three sheets of brass photo etchings, a complete set of decals for decorations, and a complete set of construction plans with all views of the model.

The kit also includes luggage and two Winchester-type rifles in wood and brass, along with faux leather for the seats and brass buckles for the luggage and straps. A realistic brass lock for the chest will add the finishing touch to this splendid model.

Product Details

Materials: Various materials
Wood
Model scale: 1:10
Equipment: Assembly instructions
Height: 27,80 cm.
Width: 18,70
Length: 69,50 cm.

Reference B1711,01

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An Icon of the Wild West

The Stage Coach is an iconic symbol of the Wild West era, representing the boldness and adventure of the pioneers who traveled through uncharted territories.

Stagecoaches were four-wheeled carriages, usually drawn by four horses, used for transporting passengers and goods before the advent of the railroad.

These sturdy coaches were essential for connecting distant towns and remote outposts, crossing the vast plains and treacherous mountains of the Wild West.

Origins and Evolution

Stagecoaches have a long history dating back to the 1600s in England, where they were managed by the General Post Office using the network of post stations.

These vehicles evolved over time, with new models providing a mixed service of mail and passengers. In 1813, Lewis Downing opened a manufacturing plant in Concord, New Hampshire, whose stagecoaches became the standard model adopted in the United States.

American stagecoaches, like the Concord model, became famous for their sturdiness and ability to handle difficult terrains.

Adventures in the Wild West

On the roads of the Wild West, the stagecoach was the primary means of transportation. The driver, known as Whipster, sat on the left while an armed guard, the Shotgun, sat on the right to protect passengers from bandit attacks.

Legendary companies like the Butterfield Overland Mail Company and Wells Fargo used these coaches to transport passengers and goods across the country.
The stagecoach not only connected cities but also bore witness to stories of courage and survival in the Wild West.

Decline and Legacy

In the latter half of the 19th century, with the advent of the railroad, the stagecoach began to disappear from major routes.

However, it continued to be used on secondary routes not served by the railroad until the 1920s, when it was finally replaced by motor coaches.

Today, stagecoaches are out of use but remain a romantic symbol of the Wild West, often used for tourist trips, allowing people to relive an era of adventure and exploration.