Description: For sale is a brand new, unopened, collectible Calibre Wings 1:72 Aircraft CA721417 Grumman F-14A Tomcat Diecast Model USN VF-211 Fighting Checkmates, NG100, 1978 US Navy Fighter Squadron 211 (VF-211) Fighting Checkmates was the new designation given to Fighter Squadron 24 (VF-24) on March 9th, 1959. It traded its F-11F Tigers for F-8 Crusaders in July of that year. In 1961 VF-211 moved to NAS Miramar, which remained its home-base for the next 35 years. The Fighting Checkmates deployed to Vietnam seven times aboard the USS Hancock and once aboard the USS Bon Homme Richard. During this period, VF-211 pilots earned the title of "The MiG Killers," having downed eight enemy aircraft. The squadron transitioned to the F-14A Tomcat in 1975 and has been flying the F-18F Super Hornet since 2005.Please note: An optional display stand is available separately if you wish to display this model "in-flight".Calibre Wings' F-14s include many detailed features that set them apart from models from other manufacturers such as:Hinged/removable canopy with detailed crew figures, Interchangeble extended/retracted landing gear modules, Movable swing wings, Movable glove vanes, Movable horizontal stablizers, Hinged movable speedbrakes, Interchangeable open/closed engine nozzles, Jet intake covers, Wheel chocksThe model had been kept always in the BOX. It is completely unopened and NEVER displayed (not even for photographs).The model is shown at the pictures. Pure collector's item. IT IS COMPLETELY SEALED. BID WITH CONFIDENCE (see my other feedback from similar models). Comes from smoke/pet free environment. I will be happy to provide more Information if needed. Shipping is signed and tracked, and Packaging will be of the best quality. Thank you !!!! **Please check my other wonderful diecast models. You may find some of the most rare items.
Price: 226 USD
Location: ATHENS, default
End Time: 2024-11-16T17:10:54.000Z
Shipping Cost: 29.5 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: CENTURY WINGS
Vehicle Make: Grumman F-14A Tomcat
Vehicle Type: Military Airplane
Model: Calibre Wings 1:72 Aircraft CA721417
Aircraft Family: Grumman F-14A Tomcat
Theme: USN VF-211 Fighting Checkmates, NG100, 1978
Material: Diecast
Scale: 1:72
Features: Limited Edition, Personal Number Plate, Unopened Box
MPN: CA721417
Recommended Age Range: 14+
Vehicle Year: 1978