A BUILDER'S HALF-BLOCK MODEL FOR THE S.S NUEVO ACUNA, BUILT BY H. MCINTYRE & CO., PAISLEY, 1885

the hull carved from ½in. laminated pine, with ebonised topsides, boxwood stringing and decks, brass deck rails, lined fittings, cutaway funnel and masts, mounted on two-tone display board with builder's specification plate below -- 10 x 43in. (25.5 x 109.5cm.)

Built by Hugh MacIntyre of Paisley, the 385 ton S.S. Nuevo Acuna was built for the Spanish company of Acuna & Son based in Almeria in 1885. Sold to new owners F. Escano of Manila in 1892 and renamed Escano, for some reason she was scuttled off Leyte prior to 27th April 1900 when en route from Malitbog for Pintuyan with a cargo of rice.

Condition Report

Restoration and some parts replaced including wheelhouse, helms, telegraphs, companionways, forward deck rails, aft mast, bitts, anchor winch and davit,

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.