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Hobby Master HA7812 1:48 Spitfire Mk.IIa P7423/QV-Y, Arthur Blake 19 Sqn 1940
Pre-owned - Excellent (8/10)
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Description
Hobby Master HA7812 depicts Spitfire Mk II P7423 of RAF No.19 Squadron, linked to Arthur Blake at RAF Duxford during the Battle of Britain, dated September 1940. The reference highlights Blake’s FAA background and the “Admiral” nickname, along with a fast-moving combat record that included sharing a He 111, destroying two Me 109s, damaging an Me 110 and a Do 17 before his loss on October 29, 1940.
A strong choice for a Battle of Britain shelf, ideal for display if you like named-pilot Spitfires with a clearly documented combat story in 1:48.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Hobby Master
Scale: 1:48
Range: Air Power Series
Model Number: HA7812
Aircraft: Supermarine Spitfire Mk II
Operator: RAF
Unit / Markings: RAF No.19 Sqn, P7423
Pilot / Name: Arthur Blake
Location: RAF Duxford, England
Year / Period: September 1940 (Battle of Britain)
Notable Features: FAA-to-RAF transfer noted; “Admiral” nickname; combat record referenced
Dimensions
Length: 7.5"
Width: 9.25"
Condition
Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)
- There are some small spots of additional paint on the wings surface (topside) and general usage wear.
Box condition - Excellent (8/10)
- Some shelf wear to the edges.
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
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.
Shipping
Goods will be shipped next day after the order is placed.
You can stay updated on your tracking information by clicking Track Your Order here. Alternatively, this can be located via the top menu under 'Track Your Order'.
Please allow extra time for delivery during the busy Christmas period.
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- Free Express Tracked Delivery (Royal Mail Tracked 24 – 1 Business day)
For orders over £100. - Free Premium Delivery (DPD Tracked – 1 Business day)
For orders over £200. - Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2–3 working days) – £3.95
For orders under £100. - Royal Mail Express Tracked (1 business day) – £5.20
For orders under £100.
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Products are packaged very well to ensure secure delivery and a happy customer.
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Hobby Master HA7812 1:48 Spitfire Mk.IIa P7423/QV-Y, Arthur Blake 19 Sqn 1940
Sale price£78.00 GBP
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Hobby Master HA7812 1:48 Spitfire Mk.IIa P7423/QV-Y, Arthur Blake 19 Sqn 1940
Sale price£78.00 GBP
- Description
- Condition
- Grading
- Shipping
- Returns
Description
Hobby Master HA7812 depicts Spitfire Mk II P7423 of RAF No.19 Squadron, linked to Arthur Blake at RAF Duxford during the Battle of Britain, dated September 1940. The reference highlights Blake’s FAA background and the “Admiral” nickname, along with a fast-moving combat record that included sharing a He 111, destroying two Me 109s, damaging an Me 110 and a Do 17 before his loss on October 29, 1940.
A strong choice for a Battle of Britain shelf, ideal for display if you like named-pilot Spitfires with a clearly documented combat story in 1:48.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Hobby Master
Scale: 1:48
Range: Air Power Series
Model Number: HA7812
Aircraft: Supermarine Spitfire Mk II
Operator: RAF
Unit / Markings: RAF No.19 Sqn, P7423
Pilot / Name: Arthur Blake
Location: RAF Duxford, England
Year / Period: September 1940 (Battle of Britain)
Notable Features: FAA-to-RAF transfer noted; “Admiral” nickname; combat record referenced
Dimensions
Length: 7.5"
Width: 9.25"
Condition
Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)
- There are some small spots of additional paint on the wings surface (topside) and general usage wear.
Box condition - Excellent (8/10)
- Some shelf wear to the edges.
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
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.
Shipping
Goods will be shipped next day after the order is placed.
You can stay updated on your tracking information by clicking Track Your Order here. Alternatively, this can be located via the top menu under 'Track Your Order'.
Please allow extra time for delivery during the busy Christmas period.
UK Shipping
- Free Express Tracked Delivery (Royal Mail Tracked 24 – 1 Business day)
For orders over £100. - Free Premium Delivery (DPD Tracked – 1 Business day)
For orders over £200. - Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2–3 working days) – £3.95
For orders under £100. - Royal Mail Express Tracked (1 business day) – £5.20
For orders under £100.
Worldwide
International shipping is available are fully insured up to the total order value. Add items to your cart and enter your delivery address in the cart to see postage before checkout. If you buy multiple items, the cart will automatically combine shipping costs based on item weight.
Important Information for U.S. Customers
Due to changes in import procedures, a 20–30% import duties charge will be calculated at checkout.
This charge is collected upfront to cover the duties and taxes that must be paid to the courier before your order can be shipped.
Products are packaged very well to ensure secure delivery and a happy customer.
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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