"You have to learn to compromise so that domestic harmony isn't disrupted too much!" Very wise words, Mike.
You're right to preserve your nation; I wish we could do it a tenth as well as you do.
However, Samba is an imported wood, it doesn't grow in Italy as far as I know.
Congratulations on your perfect Italian.

Hello Alessandro!
Thank you for your kind words, but I must admit that when I showed this to my wife... she wasn't very enthusiastic. She already has her hands full with my Mississippi paddle steamer because of its size!
Before I use my ships and prepare them for sailing, I blow them dry with a paintbrush nozzle. In return, I am allowed to vacuum and dust the room.
You have to learn to compromise so that domestic harmony is not disrupted too much!

>>> I don't know what the wood supply situation is like in Switzerland
@ Alessandro, didn't you know that we use storm-damaged wood to make chipboard? Joking aside, we have a wood shortage in the plywood sector here. That's why my wife and I visit the surrounding countries, combined with camping, where the warehouses are still well stocked . . .
Although our forests are lush . . . But if everyone were to cut down what they needed . .
Well, I don't feel like getting huge fines!

Ho finito di scrivere queste sciocchezze! Grazie per i tuoi consigli!
(I've finished typing this nonsense! Thank you for your tips!)
Your Michel-C.

Thanks so much, Jumpugly!

Aye! A beautiful site Alessandro! A right sharp looker she be!
👍😉

Mike, knowing your drawing skills, it will be very easy to shorten the pre-drawn boards with 45-degree cuts and grooves for inserting the PMMA or polycarbonate sheets, as well as shortening the base.
You could certainly draw it from scratch, but having it ready is much easier and saves time.

I don't know what the wood supply situation is like in Switzerland, but I think 20 mm x 20 mm boards should be easy to find.
As I mentioned, I've found Ayous (Samba) to be a lightweight wood (only beats balsa wood in terms of lightness, but balsa is unsuitable for this type of application) but it's strong and has a compact grain. It's easy to work with, doesn't splinter, and is surprisingly very affordable.

Do you have a wide selection of wood sizes and qualities in Switzerland?

The dimensions of my display case (116 x 72 x 40 cm) are at the limit for a 4 mm thick polycarbonate sheet, so it will definitely work well for a smaller display case.
Glass is much nicer and never gets damaged, but I would absolutely avoid it because it's extremely heavy and dangerous.

Another alternative... About two years ago I posted a blog (below) about the display case for my Wiesel. The case was simple to build, not too heavy and not expensive. One person can carry it (without the boat inside).

The Wiesel is 42" (107cm) L X 7" (18cm) W X 16" (41cm) H. I wanted the model to be removed through both sides, so the ends are hinged. The top has a Plexiglass panel as well allowing the room's light to illuminate the model.

Once I sketched out the sizes for everything I went to a local plastics supplier and the cut everything out of Plexiglas sheet.

The wood is nothing special, just a plain white wood that was later stained to a walnut finish. The Plexiglas panes were assembled inside the pieces and have no cement or sealant.

Got the info on the link below.

Lew

blogs/133707#133707

Mike, sorry, I forgot.
In addition to PDFs, I can also send you the entire drawing in DXF or DWG format, or any other format you prefer, if you're interested.

Hahahaha, thank you for your trust, I'm flattered.
It was a bloodbath, and with very little free time.
An experience not to be repeated, hahahahaha.
Jokes aside, if you really need the display case of that size, I can send you the plans for free.
If you don't have the program to open it, I can email you a long series of PDF files with plan, side, and perspective views, both general and detailed, with all the dimensions and measurements.
Let me know if you're really interested.

Hey Alessandro!
Can I order this from you with the dimensions?
Greetings from a hobbyist
Michel-C.

Thanks so much Jock, I'm really glad you like it.