{"product_id":"corgi-aa32820-1-72-de-havilland-mosquito-b-mk-iv-raf-no-105-sqn-dk296-george-parry","title":"Corgi AA32820 1:72 de Havilland Mosquito B.Mk IV RAF No.105 Sqn DK296 George Parry","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA substantial and highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of a de Havilland Mosquito B.Mk IV operated by Royal Air Force No. 105 Squadron.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA32820 depicts aircraft DK296, associated with pilot D.A.G. “George” Parry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 105 Squadron became the first operational RAF unit to receive the revolutionary de Havilland Mosquito. Its crews demonstrated the aircraft's exceptional speed and range through precision bombing and daylight operations over occupied Europe, often relying on performance rather than heavy defensive armament for protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mosquito was constructed primarily from moulded wood, earning it the enduring nickname “The Wooden Wonder”. This unusual method of construction reduced dependence on strategically important metals while allowing the aircraft to be manufactured by companies with experience in furniture and woodworking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by two Rolls-Royce Merlin engines, the Mosquito combined the speed of a fighter with the range and payload of a medium bomber. Its adaptable airframe was eventually developed for bombing, photographic reconnaissance, night fighting, maritime strike and ground-attack duties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model recreates the aircraft in RAF green and grey camouflage with contrasting undersides, prominent national roundels and No. 105 Squadron markings. Its extensively glazed nose and cockpit reflect the bomber configuration, while the twin engine nacelles and slender wooden airframe capture the elegant appearance of the real aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited to only 1,100 pieces worldwide, this release is particularly appealing to collectors of early Mosquito operations and historically significant RAF aircraft. The model features heavyweight diecast construction, a large clear canopy with crew figures, rotating propellers, removable landing gear, detailed radiator and engine components and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFact Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corgi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aviation Archive Collector Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e AA32820\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e de Havilland Mosquito B.Mk IV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial:\u003c\/strong\u003e DK296\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilot:\u003c\/strong\u003e D.A.G. “George” Parry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force No. 105 Squadron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light bomber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCampaign \/ Event:\u003c\/strong\u003e Second World War operations over occupied Europe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force \/ United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,100 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-run limited edition release, authentic RAF No. 105 Squadron markings, green and grey camouflage, extensively glazed bomber nose and cockpit, integrated crew figures, twin rotating propellers, removable landing gear, detailed engine and radiator components and original presentation display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.75\" or 17.1 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\" or 22.9 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Near Mint (9\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall mark on the underside as shown by a red arrow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Near Mint (9\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome light general storage wear is present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe box remains in near mint condition overall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAny imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57722453000574,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_4627.jpg?v=1784797177","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa32820-1-72-de-havilland-mosquito-b-mk-iv-raf-no-105-sqn-dk296-george-parry","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}