MV KALAKALA

Introduction about Gia Nhien Wooden Model Ships

Over 70 years of establishment and development, manufacturing wooden boat models has become a traditional profession of the Vietnamese craft village. Gia Nhien Company is one of the companies exporting handicrafts. Gia Nhien has a wealth of experience in hand-crafting. Currently, our company produces wooden boat models with many diverse models. We check every detail and color thoroughly before reaching the customer.

The wooden model ship is the entrepreneur’s choice. The wooden boat model is a symbol of success.

In feng shui, the boat is considered a symbol of success. The boat will overcome the storms and win in business and commerce. Therefore, the wooden boat model is always a feng-shui item that is very popular among business people and traders around the world

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MV KALAKALA

Boat specifications:

CODE	SIZE		PACKING VOLUME
CS0125P	93L x 19W x 34H (cm)	36,6L x 7,4W x 13,3H (inch)	0.10 m³

(Note: The above prices do not include VAT and shipping costs)

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HISTORY

The MV Kalakala was a famous ferryboat that operated in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. Here’s a brief history of this iconic vessel:

Launch and Design: The Kalakala was launched in 1935 and was originally known as the Peralta. It was built in Oakland, California, and was initially a ferry serving the San Francisco Bay area. The vessel’s unique design, often described as “Art Deco” or “Streamline Moderne,” set it apart from other ferries of its time. It featured a sleek, futuristic appearance with a streamlined hull and distinctive styling.
Conversion and Renaming: In 1935, the Peralta was purchased by the Puget Sound Navigation Company (known as the Black Ball Line), based in Washington state. The ferry was extensively renovated and renamed the Kalakala, a Chinook term that means “flying bird” or “bird with no wings.”
Service in the Pacific Northwest: The Kalakala became an iconic symbol of the Pacific Northwest and operated primarily in Puget Sound, connecting Seattle with various locations in Washington state. It was known for its unique appearance and was often called the “Silver Slug” due to its shiny aluminum skin.
Innovations and Upgrades: The Kalakala featured several innovations, including a rotating turntable mechanism at the bow that allowed it to load and unload vehicles more efficiently.

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