JC Wings 1:72 RAF Supermarine Spitfire Mk. IXc Fighter, JCW72SPF002

Description: "Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few." - British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, commenting on the British airmen in the Battle of Britain The Spitfire is the most famous British aircraft of all time. Although less numerous than the Hawker Hurricane, it is remembered as the sleek, thoroughbred fighting machine that turned the tide during the Battle of Britain. The Spitfire was among the fastest and most maneuverable prop-driven fighters of World War II, serving in virtually every combat theater. Supermarine designer Reginald Mitchell created this small, graceful, elliptical-wing fighter with eight guns in the wings that were able to fire without being hindered by the propeller. The immortal Spitfire thus became not merely one of the best-performing fighters of all time, but also one of the best-looking. Although never employed as a long-range escort, the Spitfire was a champion in an air-to-air duel. Spitfires routinely dived at the speed of sound, faster than any of the German jets. A carrier-based version, called the Seafire, was a winner in its own right, serving valiantly on convoy routes during World War II. The Seafire 47 was even used in the early stages of the Korean War, before it was replaced by more modern jet aircraft. Pictured here is a 1:72 scale RAF Supermarine Mk. IXc fighter that was piloted by Pierre Henri Clostermann, who was attached to No.602 Squadron during July 1944. #JCW72SPF002 Dimensions: Wingspan: 6-inches Length: 5-inches Features: - Diecast construction - Accurate markings and insignia - Full complement of weapons - Interchangeable landing gear - Opening canopy with detailed cockpit - Comes with seated pilot figure Please note: We happily combine multiple sales into one order to reduce shipping charges. Please contact us first to determine the cost of shipping before proceeding to final checkout so we can clarify the procedure with you.

Price: 69.99 USD

Location: Wesley Chapel, Florida

End Time: 2023-10-16T21:26:11.000Z

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