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Corgi Aviation Archive 1:72 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Vb Diecast Model AA31934A


Limited Edition
771 of 1000
Pieces Worldwide

Condition

In Spring 1943, Squadron Leader Robert Bushell devised a daring escape plan from Stalag Luft III, a German POW camp believed to be escape-proof. After nearly a year of tunnelling, 76 airmen escaped on March 24, 1944, inspiring the 1963 film The Great Escape.

 

Among them, Bram Van Der Stok, the most decorated Dutch aviator, was the 18th man out and one of only three to reach freedom. Shot down in April 1942 while flying Spitfire Mk.Vb BL595, he crossed occupied Europe, re-joined the RAF, and flew over Normandy on D-Day. Post-war, he became a doctor and worked with NASA in the 1970s.

 

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.


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

 

Returns

- Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.

- Items must be returned in their original condition.

- Free UK customer returns.

- Non-UK customers are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe all items accurately to help you buy with confidence.

- Refunds are issued after inspection of the returned item.

For more information on returns, please visit our Returns Policy page.


If you need to return an item, please email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under “About & Help” in the top menu.

Condition

In Spring 1943, Squadron Leader Robert Bushell devised a daring escape plan from Stalag Luft III, a German POW camp believed to be escape-proof. After nearly a year of tunnelling, 76 airmen escaped on March 24, 1944, inspiring the 1963 film The Great Escape.

 

Among them, Bram Van Der Stok, the most decorated Dutch aviator, was the 18th man out and one of only three to reach freedom. Shot down in April 1942 while flying Spitfire Mk.Vb BL595, he crossed occupied Europe, re-joined the RAF, and flew over Normandy on D-Day. Post-war, he became a doctor and worked with NASA in the 1970s.

 

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.


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

 

Returns

- Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.

- Items must be returned in their original condition.

- Free UK customer returns.

- Non-UK customers are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe all items accurately to help you buy with confidence.

- Refunds are issued after inspection of the returned item.

For more information on returns, please visit our Returns Policy page.


If you need to return an item, please email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under “About & Help” in the top menu.