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Corgi Aviation Archive 1:72 Bristol Blenheim Mk.IV R3843 F Freddie Raf 18 Sqn Op Leg 1941 AA38409 - Corgi

Corgi Aviation Archive 1:72 Bristol Blenheim Mk.IV R3843 F Freddie Raf 18 Sqn Op Leg 1941 AA38409

Name: Corgi Aviation Archive 1:72 Bristol Blenheim Mk.IV R3843 F Freddie Raf 18 Sqn Op Leg 1941 AA38409
Brand: Corgi
Price: 80.0 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

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Condition

During Britain’s ‘Darkest Hour’, legless RAF pilot Douglas Bader became a symbol of defiance. Despite losing both legs before the war, he re-joined the RAF and played a key role in the Battle of Britain. On 9 August 1941, Bader’s Spitfire collided mid-air, leading to his capture by the Germans—one prosthetic leg lost in the crash. In a bold move, the RAF refused a German offer of safe passage to deliver a replacement. Instead, on 19 August, six Blenheim's and a force of Spitfires launched a raid, with Blenheim R3843 dropping Bader’s new leg by parachute. Though bombs weren’t dropped due to cloud cover, eight escorting Spitfires were lost.

Grading

Grading Criteria

Mint (10/10)
- As new, no visible flaws.

Near Mint (9/10)
- Very light signs of handling or display only.

Excellent (8/10)
- Light wear or a few tiny marks; displays very well.

Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear or small chips/rubs but still presentable.

Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear; better as a display/filler piece.

Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear or larger areas of paint loss.

Spares/Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage or missing parts.

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