Brand new 1/1100 scale diecast model of USS New Jersey (BB-62) Battleship (1944) die cast model by Diecast of Defense Collectibles. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Officially licensed product. Comes in plastic display showcase. This model does not have any openings. Manufacturers original unopened packaging. Dimensions approximately L-9.25 W-1.25 H-2 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel. It is a highly detailed and accurate model perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history. HISTORY ASPECTS:USS New Jersey (BB-62) an Iowa-class battleship was commissioned in May 1943 and became one of the most decorated battleships in U.S. history. Built for speed and firepower it was armed with nine 16-inch guns and a formidable array of anti-aircraft weaponry. During World War II New Jersey served as the flagship for Admiral William F. Halsey’s Third Fleet participating in major Pacific campaigns including