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Corgi Aviation Archive 1:72 Gloster Meteor, No 500 Sqn, AA35001
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This 1:72 diecast model of Gloster Meteor F.8 WF714 commemorates one of the RAF’s most significant early jet fighters and the most successful variant of the legendary Meteor series. As the first operational jet aircraft to serve with the Royal Air Force—and the only Allied jet to see combat in WWII—the Meteor marked a new era in aerial warfare. Entering service in 1944, early Meteors joined piston-engine fighters to help intercept German V-1 flying bombs.
The F.8 variant, introduced in 1948, became the RAF’s principal single-seat day interceptor from 1950 to 1955. Powered by updated Rolls-Royce Derwent engines, it featured a redesigned fuselage, improved cockpit with ejection seat, and was armed with four 20mm nose-mounted cannons. WF714 was operated by No. 500 (County of Kent) Squadron, Royal Auxiliary Air Force, based at RAF West Malling, which transitioned from the F.3 and F.4 to the F.8 in 1952. WF714 suffered a landing accident while deployed at summer camp in Malta in 1953. No. 500 Squadron was disbanded shortly after, on 10 March 1953, ahead of the wider disbandment of RAuxAF flying squadrons in 1957.
This model comes prebuilt and includes display accessories and a stand, making it a perfect piece for collectors of early jet aviation and post-war RAF aircraft.
Specifications
Length - 6.75"
Width - 7.25"
Condition
The model is in mint condition.
The box is in excellent condition with some wear to the edges.
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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.
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.
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Corgi Aviation Archive 1:72 Gloster Meteor, No 500 Sqn, AA35001
Sale price£28.00 GBP
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- Condition
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Condition
This 1:72 diecast model of Gloster Meteor F.8 WF714 commemorates one of the RAF’s most significant early jet fighters and the most successful variant of the legendary Meteor series. As the first operational jet aircraft to serve with the Royal Air Force—and the only Allied jet to see combat in WWII—the Meteor marked a new era in aerial warfare. Entering service in 1944, early Meteors joined piston-engine fighters to help intercept German V-1 flying bombs.
The F.8 variant, introduced in 1948, became the RAF’s principal single-seat day interceptor from 1950 to 1955. Powered by updated Rolls-Royce Derwent engines, it featured a redesigned fuselage, improved cockpit with ejection seat, and was armed with four 20mm nose-mounted cannons. WF714 was operated by No. 500 (County of Kent) Squadron, Royal Auxiliary Air Force, based at RAF West Malling, which transitioned from the F.3 and F.4 to the F.8 in 1952. WF714 suffered a landing accident while deployed at summer camp in Malta in 1953. No. 500 Squadron was disbanded shortly after, on 10 March 1953, ahead of the wider disbandment of RAuxAF flying squadrons in 1957.
This model comes prebuilt and includes display accessories and a stand, making it a perfect piece for collectors of early jet aviation and post-war RAF aircraft.
Specifications
Length - 6.75"
Width - 7.25"
Condition
The model is in mint condition.
The box is in excellent condition with some wear to the edges.
Click the link below to see how we grade products :
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.
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.
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