Wood Boutique Classic Plane Series: Spirit Of St. Louis

Released by the Sun-Star Stationery Co., these kits were made sometime between 1978 and 1985. Sun-Star Stationary first registered the official US trademark for the “Wood Boutique” brand name on December 28, 1979, noting that they began using it in commerce on July 16, 1978. The trademark was officially canceled in 1987. If a trademark is not used in commerce for 3 consecutive years, the law presumes you have abandoned it, which results in the trademark being canceled. Given that the trademark was lost in 1987, these kits could only have been produced as late as 1985.

These Wood Boutique models come from Japan, and are featured as part of the Stanley King Collection at the Smithsonian National Air And Space Museum. These are complete vintage balsa wood kits from a “dead brand” in unopened condition.

These came to us in a sealed case, however the boxes do show signs of wear due to age/storage. It is also important to note that the tape has started to dry out and fail on a few of these, we cannot guarantee that every box will have the tape intact. That being said these are complete and in unopened condition. Truly great pieces for their age!