U.S.C.G. piece of History
A Collaboration of Kvichak Marine Industries (pronounced Kweejack) in Seattle and Marinette Marine Shipbuilding in Wisconsin.
A Commemorating Piece cut from what would be the aluminum used for the Hull of the 1st RBM built #45601, Launched in 2008 and stationed in Little Creek, VA
Weight is 1 lb 3.4 oz
Measurements are 6 x 4 x 1 inches approx.
Has Scratches
Personalized for Cmdr. Al J Bernard, U.S.C.G (Ret), an employee at Marinette Marine.
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The RBMs boat, if capsized (as happens in rough seas), is designed to quickly right itself. Pretty amazing stuff.
The USCG Response Boat - Medium (RB-M) is one of Vigor’s most well-known designs. Originally developed by Kvichak (now Vigor) in partnership with Camarc Design for high speed and high performance, its tactical handling, reliability and specialized mission capabilities have proven themselves in countless missions for the U.S. Coast Guard.
video of the Self Rigging Patrol Boat Built for the Coast Guard
https://youtu.be/jXF-TjOjD5k