Corgi US32213 1:72 P-51K Mustang USAAF 348th FG Mrs. Bonnie w/ Nose Art Panel
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The final victory of a Pacific Theatre Ace. This 1:72 scale diecast model by Corgi (US32213) recreates the North American P-51K Mustang "Mrs. Bonnie," flown by Lt. Col. William "Dinghy" Dunham, Deputy Commander of the USAAF 348th Fighter Group out of Ie Shima Island in August 1945. This aircraft was Dunham's mount when he secured his 16th and final aerial victory of the war, downing a Japanese Ki-84 over Kyushu on August 1, 1945. Part of the specialized Corgi Nose Art series, this highly collectible release features a beautiful bare-metal finish with distinctive Pacific theater stripes and includes a separate bonus diecast body panel showcasing the aircraft's pin-up nose art in large-scale detail.
Ideal for curators of WWII Pacific air war history and classic fighter aircraft, this Aviation Archive Collector Series release serves as a definitive historical artifact of the final months of World War II. The model is engineered for scale accuracy, featuring a detailed pilot figure, a crisp "bubble-top" canopy, and accurate under-wing structural detailing inside the wheel wells. This premium diecast metal model offers a sophisticated display presence for collectors prioritizing provenance and ace pilot legacy, making it a premier acquisition for any gallery dedicated to pioneer aerospace engineering and the 348th Fighter Group heritage.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive (Nose Art Series)
Model code: US32213
Aircraft: North American P-51K Mustang
Pilot: Lt. Col. William "Dinghy" Dunham (16 Victories)
Unit: 348th Fighter Group
Location: Ie Shima Island, Pacific
Date/Period: August 1945
Scale: 1:72
Limited Edition: 2,700 pieces worldwide
Material: Diecast Metal
Includes: Separate large-scale diecast nose art panel
Model Dimensions
Length: 5.25" or 13.3 cm
Width: 6.25" or 15.9 cm
Model Condition - Near Mint (9/10)
- Rubbing wear to the paint on one end of the wing
Box Condition - Excellent (8/10)
- Some wear to the edges and flexing to the back but generally excellent for the age
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.
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.
Holiday dispatch update
We are currently away on holiday until Friday, 2 October. Orders can still be placed as normal. Dispatch resumes on Monday, 5 October. Please see below for further general information.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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
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Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.
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Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.
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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.
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Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.
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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
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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The final victory of a Pacific Theatre Ace. This 1:72 scale diecast model by Corgi (US32213) recreates the North American P-51K Mustang "Mrs. Bonnie," flown by Lt. Col. William "Dinghy" Dunham, Deputy Commander of the USAAF 348th Fighter Group out of Ie Shima Island in August 1945. This aircraft was Dunham's mount when he secured his 16th and final aerial victory of the war, downing a Japanese Ki-84 over Kyushu on August 1, 1945. Part of the specialized Corgi Nose Art series, this highly collectible release features a beautiful bare-metal finish with distinctive Pacific theater stripes and includes a separate bonus diecast body panel showcasing the aircraft's pin-up nose art in large-scale detail.
Ideal for curators of WWII Pacific air war history and classic fighter aircraft, this Aviation Archive Collector Series release serves as a definitive historical artifact of the final months of World War II. The model is engineered for scale accuracy, featuring a detailed pilot figure, a crisp "bubble-top" canopy, and accurate under-wing structural detailing inside the wheel wells. This premium diecast metal model offers a sophisticated display presence for collectors prioritizing provenance and ace pilot legacy, making it a premier acquisition for any gallery dedicated to pioneer aerospace engineering and the 348th Fighter Group heritage.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive (Nose Art Series)
Model code: US32213
Aircraft: North American P-51K Mustang
Pilot: Lt. Col. William "Dinghy" Dunham (16 Victories)
Unit: 348th Fighter Group
Location: Ie Shima Island, Pacific
Date/Period: August 1945
Scale: 1:72
Limited Edition: 2,700 pieces worldwide
Material: Diecast Metal
Includes: Separate large-scale diecast nose art panel
Model Dimensions
Length: 5.25" or 13.3 cm
Width: 6.25" or 15.9 cm
Model Condition - Near Mint (9/10)
- Rubbing wear to the paint on one end of the wing
Box Condition - Excellent (8/10)
- Some wear to the edges and flexing to the back but generally excellent for the age
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.
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.
Holiday dispatch update
We are currently away on holiday until Friday, 2 October. Orders can still be placed as normal. Dispatch resumes on Monday, 5 October. Please see below for further general information.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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
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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