Soviet Union Hydrofoil Boat Meteor Komet or Comet Type Ship Antique Pin Product Description : Soviet Union Hydrofoil Boat Meteor Komet or Comet Type Ship Antique Pin A pretty metal badge with a 3cm wide badge face and a safety clasp style fastener to the rear. The text on the pin reads 'METEOR' in Russian and depicts the ship of the same name. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND The Meteor ship type along with the Racketa were designed in 1960 in the Soviet Union as passenger hydrofoils. The meteor was a river boat and the similarly designed Raketa was for ocean use. In their day they were very luxurious and very fast. Many of these boats are still in service today. In Albania and the Netherlands for example Postage and Packing : The item will be sent by airmail from The Czech Republic. Please allow 3-4 days delivery time to Europe and up to 7 days worldwide. Enamel Pin Badge(s)$3.99 Payment Methods : I prefer payment by Paypal Direct Bank Transfer - details available on request No personal checks please. Warranty Terms :This pin is in the condition described above and as photographed. If you are in any way dissatisfied I will happily discuss any problems you have via email. I always strive to provide an excellent service.
