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Corgi Aviation 48805 1:144 Short Sunderland MK3 Southern Pacific ML868, 230 Sqn - Corgi

Corgi Aviation 48805 1:144 Short Sunderland MK3 Southern Pacific ML868, 230 Sqn

Condition
Grading
Returns

Condition

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

Model

This model is in good overall condition with the drawbacks being :

A couple of streaks of old glue residue is on the top of the fuselage.
A mark at the front of the cockpit and a couple of usage marks to the underside of the wing/tail section (black appearance).

Box

The box is in excellent condition for age with some usage wear.

Any imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading criteria below for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

Mint -- Perfect, as new.
Near Mint -- Almost perfect, minor imperfections.
Excellent -- Carefully used, small imperfections.
Good -- Noticeable use, visible imperfections.
Fair -- Major flaws, possible repaints.
Poor -- Very distressed, significant faults.

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.

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