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Hobby Master 1:72 A - 4B Skyhawk VA - 106 Gladiators Carrier Diorama Set HD0002 - Hobby Master

Hobby Master 1:72 A-4B Skyhawk VA-106 Gladiators Carrier Diorama Set HD0002

Condition
Grading
Returns

Condition

The first US Navy A-4 Skyhawk entered service in the mid of 1950s to replace the A-1 Skyraider . VA-106 started as Strike-Fighter Squadron ONE ZERO SIX in January 1945 but became VA-106 "The Gladiators" in 1955. A total of 542 A-4B Skyhawks were manufactured, many of which were later modified and/or refurbished and sold to foreign countries.

The Skyhawk flew more missions than any other US Navy plane during the Vietnam War and because it was so nimble it was chosen by the US Navy aerobatic team the "Blue Angels".

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.

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- Refunds are issued after inspection of the returned item.

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