No metal fastenings were used on the model. Ceiling planking is pear. Gundeck is framed and planked with cherry, while the spar deck, quarterdeck, poop, and forecastle deck are framed and planked with holly. Waterways and bulkheads are cherry. Cap rails are mountain mahogany.
Marquetry is black walnut and chestnut.
Deck fittings are applewood. Lilac ornamental carvings, of a conventionalized yellow marigold and two dolphins, are gilded with Rub 'n Buff Antique Gold. Window frames are black walnut. Panes are Kristal Kleer, a liquid modeling plastic especially formulated to simulate antique glass. Carved out basswood hull with lilac timbering and thwarts.