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Corgi AA39210 1:72 Supermarine Spitfire Mk I RAF No.602 Sqn Sandy Johnstone

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Preowned - Mint (10/10)
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Description

A defining icon from the peak of the Battle of Britain. This highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast model by Corgi (AA39210) replicates the historic Supermarine Spitfire Mk I (L1004 / LO-Q), flown by Squadron Leader Alexander "Sandy" Johnstone, Commanding Officer of No.602 (City of Glasgow) Squadron, while operating out of RAF Tangmere, England, in August 1940. Having moved south from defensive duties in Scotland to join the main theater over Southern England, Johnstone led No.602 Squadron during its most legendary period. Under his command, the squadron went on to secure a remarkable combat record, claiming the second-highest toll of enemy aircraft during the battle. Finished in an authentic Early War dark green and earth brown camouflage pattern with historic sky undersides and squadron code letters, this model captures the spirit of the iconic "Few."

Ideal for curators of Battle of Britain history and early WWII fighter aviation, this Aviation Archive Collector Series release serves as a definitive historical artifact. The model is engineered for exceptional scale accuracy, featuring a solid diecast metal construction with a characteristic under-wing mounted pitot tube and offset radiator/oil cooler ducts below the wings. The all-metal horizontal stabilizers and rudder assemblies are intricately cast to feature simulated fabric-stretched control surfaces, paired with a detailed cockpit housing a pilot figure. Complete with a sleek metal presentation stand that replicates an in-flight attitude, this premium model offers a sophisticated display presence for collectors prioritizing rare combat provenance and elite fighter command legacy.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: AA39210

Aircraft: Supermarine Spitfire Mk I

Serial/Tactical Code: L1004 / LO-Q

Pilot/Commander: Squadron Leader Alexander "Sandy" Johnstone

Unit: RAF No.602 (City of Glasgow) Squadron

Location: RAF Tangmere, Sussex, England

Date/Period: August 1940 (Battle of Britain)

Scale: 1:72

Limited Edition: 1,500 pieces worldwide

Material: Diecast Metal

Special Features: Simulated fabric-stretched control surfaces, detailed radiator housing, custom metal in-flight presentation display stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 5" or 12.7 cm

Wingspan: 6.25" or 15.9 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Mint (10/10)


Box condition - Near Mint (9/10)

  • Very light wear only.

Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.

Any 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.

Condition

This model has sold. Its condition details have been removed because they described the specific item that was available. If another example becomes available, it will be inspected and listed with its own condition details and photographs.

Grading

Grading Criteria

Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.


Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.


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


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


Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.


Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.


Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.


Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.


If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.

For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.

Shipping

Dispatch & Tracking

Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.

If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.

Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.


UK Delivery

  • Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.

  • Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.

  • Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.


International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.

  • Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.

  • Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.

 

Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.

If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.


Import Duties & Taxes

For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.

Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.

If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.


We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.

Returns

Returns

You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.

Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.

We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.

To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.

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Description

A defining icon from the peak of the Battle of Britain. This highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast model by Corgi (AA39210) replicates the historic Supermarine Spitfire Mk I (L1004 / LO-Q), flown by Squadron Leader Alexander "Sandy" Johnstone, Commanding Officer of No.602 (City of Glasgow) Squadron, while operating out of RAF Tangmere, England, in August 1940. Having moved south from defensive duties in Scotland to join the main theater over Southern England, Johnstone led No.602 Squadron during its most legendary period. Under his command, the squadron went on to secure a remarkable combat record, claiming the second-highest toll of enemy aircraft during the battle. Finished in an authentic Early War dark green and earth brown camouflage pattern with historic sky undersides and squadron code letters, this model captures the spirit of the iconic "Few."

Ideal for curators of Battle of Britain history and early WWII fighter aviation, this Aviation Archive Collector Series release serves as a definitive historical artifact. The model is engineered for exceptional scale accuracy, featuring a solid diecast metal construction with a characteristic under-wing mounted pitot tube and offset radiator/oil cooler ducts below the wings. The all-metal horizontal stabilizers and rudder assemblies are intricately cast to feature simulated fabric-stretched control surfaces, paired with a detailed cockpit housing a pilot figure. Complete with a sleek metal presentation stand that replicates an in-flight attitude, this premium model offers a sophisticated display presence for collectors prioritizing rare combat provenance and elite fighter command legacy.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: AA39210

Aircraft: Supermarine Spitfire Mk I

Serial/Tactical Code: L1004 / LO-Q

Pilot/Commander: Squadron Leader Alexander "Sandy" Johnstone

Unit: RAF No.602 (City of Glasgow) Squadron

Location: RAF Tangmere, Sussex, England

Date/Period: August 1940 (Battle of Britain)

Scale: 1:72

Limited Edition: 1,500 pieces worldwide

Material: Diecast Metal

Special Features: Simulated fabric-stretched control surfaces, detailed radiator housing, custom metal in-flight presentation display stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 5" or 12.7 cm

Wingspan: 6.25" or 15.9 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Mint (10/10)


Box condition - Near Mint (9/10)

  • Very light wear only.

Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.

Any 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.

Condition

This model has sold. Its condition details have been removed because they described the specific item that was available. If another example becomes available, it will be inspected and listed with its own condition details and photographs.

Grading

Grading Criteria

Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.


Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.


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


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


Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.


Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.


Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.


Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.


If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.

For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.

Shipping

Dispatch & Tracking

Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.

If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.

Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.


UK Delivery

  • Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.

  • Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.

  • Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.


International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.

  • Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.

  • Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.

 

Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.

If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.


Import Duties & Taxes

For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.

Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.

If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.


We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.

Returns

Returns

You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.

Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.

We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.

To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.