Aside from fixing the dome, very little preparation will be required. Speaking of assembly, WEM has removed a major hassle. The slotted superstructure components fit perfectly into one another, which makes preliminary construction very simple. Even the upper and lower hull line up well, although some sanding and filling will still be necessary. It is a barely noticible omission, but one that would be difficult to rectify.
Smaller parts are excellent as well, cast with only a minimum of flash.
Their quality is excellent, and the foremast looks sturdy enough to be rigged without fear of deformation. This is a good thing, because it is quite complex and would be a hassle to scratch build. WEM has even gone so far as to supply brass rod. It is used to fabricate the shafts and mast supports. Two sheets of etched brass are included, with everything necessary for the ultimate superdetailing job.