Rocket, Flying Model Kit, Swift

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Bo-Mar Development Company

Summary

This is an unassembled Swift flying rocket model in its original retail package. Made by Bo-Mar, the body, fins and nose are made of Kraftboard. A streamer and shrouds are cloth. There is no parachute or motor.

G. Harry Stine, a pioneer in the field of model rockets, donated this artifact to NASM in 1973.

Credit Line

Gift of G. Harry Stine

Inventory Number

A19930637000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MODELS-Missiles & Rockets

Materials

Cardboard, Paper, Wood, Plastic, Rubber, Steel, Brass, Synthetic Fabric

Dimensions

Other: 1 x 8 3/4 x 3 3/4in. (2.5 x 22.2 x 9.5cm)

Country of Origin

United States of America

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Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv951942a40-202d-494d-92e5-903e18a41712

Record ID

nasm_A19930637000