According the Historic Naval Ships Association, USS Cavalla was called "The Luckiest Ship in the Submarine Service" because of her outstanding performance during her service in the last few months of World War II.  USS Cavalla amazingly sank 34,180 tons of Japanese shipping. Her greatest sinking, during six war patrols, was the aircraft carrier Shokaku that had participated in the attack on Pearl Harbor.  Recognized for the  extraordinary services, she was invited to be present in Tokyo Bay in September 1945 for the surrender signing aboard USS Missouri.

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This USS Cavalla submarine model features plank-0n-frame hull.   All parts are wood and metal (absolutely no plastic.)  Note the realistic rust appearance that only true master builders can create.   The craftsman intentionally painted the model fairly rough to add realism to the submarine.  If you have seen  a real submarine you'll see they are not shine or perfectly painted like a superyacht.  

Dimensions:  52" long x 13" tall x 5" wide      $1,490     S & H is $90

Display case: http://modelshipmaster.com/products/accessory/displaycase.htm

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