{"product_id":"corgi-aa34313-1-72-focke-wulf-fw-190a-luftwaffe-1-jg-1-schiphol-1943","title":"Corgi AA34313 1:72 Focke-Wulf Fw 190A Luftwaffe 1.\/JG 1 Schiphol 1943","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA short-lived and legendary Defense of the Reich interceptor scheme.\u003c\/strong\u003e This highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast model by Corgi (AA34313) replicates the Focke-Wulf Fw 190A \"White 4\" operating with the Luftwaffe's 1. Staffel, Jagdgeschwader 1 (1.\/JG 1) out of Schiphol, Holland, in June 1943. Known famously as the \"Schachbrettmuster\" (checkerboard) marking, this striking scheme first appeared in the early summer of 1943 to visually identify I.\/JG 1's aircraft during high-stakes air battles over Western Europe. While 1.\/JG 1 opted for the bold black-and-white checkers replicated here, the markings lasted only a few months. Ironically, the design caused severe confusion in the air, leading other Jagdwaffe fighters to mistake them for similarly marked P-47 Thunderbolts of the USAAF's Eighth Air Force. This release immortalizes one of the most distinctive camouflage eras of the \"Butcher Bird.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for curators of Western Front air operations and WWII Luftwaffe heritage, this Aviation Archive Collector Series release serves as a definitive historical artifact. The 1:72 scale model is engineered with exceptional precision, featuring a solid metal tail and wings paired with simulated fabric-stretched control surfaces. A standout engineering highlight is the functional 12-bladed cooling fan inside the engine cowl that spins in unison with the main propeller. Complete with configurable landing gear subassemblies, accurate inner wing details and cannon barrels visible within the wheel wells, and spent shell casing vents, this premium model delivers a commanding presence on a custom metal display 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 AA34313\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focke-Wulf Fw 190A (\"Butcher Bird\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTactical Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e White 4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luftwaffe 1. Staffel, Jagdgeschwader 1 (1.\/JG 1)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCampaign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Defense of the Reich \/ Western Front\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Schiphol, Holland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 1943\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,200 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diecast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic black-and-white checkerboard engine cowl, 12-bladed engine fan spins in unison with propeller, open wheel well internal detailing, custom 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 4.75\" or 12.1 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWingspan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.75\" or 14.6 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Mint (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Mint (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\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":57505979498878,"sku":null,"price":82.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/corgi-aa34313-172-focke-wulf-fw-190a-luftwaffe-1jg-1-schiphol-1943-4146985.jpg?v=1780689396","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa34313-1-72-focke-wulf-fw-190a-luftwaffe-1-jg-1-schiphol-1943","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}