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Hobby Master HA8205 1:48 Corsair Mk.II, 1836 Sqn, HMS Victorious, Sakishima 1945
Preowned - Excellent (8/10)
- Description
- Condition
- Grading
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- Returns
Description
The Vought F4U Corsair became one of the most distinctive carrier fighters of WWII, known for its power, ruggedness and unmistakable gull wing. This model depicts a Corsair Mk.II of No. 1836 Squadron operating from HMS Victorious during operations around the Sakishima Islands in May 1945, as shown on the box label and artwork. Ideal for a late-war Fleet Air Arm display shelf, desk setup, or a Pacific carrier-deck diorama, and a great choice for collectors who enjoy naval aviation and WWII carrier aircraft.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Hobby Master
Scale: 1:48
Range: Air Power Series
Model Number: HA8205
Aircraft: Vought F4U Corsair (Corsair Mk.II)
Operator: Fleet Air Arm
Unit / Markings: No. 1836 Squadron, HMS Victorious
Area / Theatre: Sakishima Islands (Pacific)
Year / Period: May 1945
Notable Features: Late-war FAA carrier subject, Sakishima operations markings
Condition
Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)
- The model is in excellent condition with only a small amount of paint loss to the underside of the fuselage (circled in red on the photos).
- Accessories have been checked and comes complete (fuel tanks do have some grey marks on the sides).
- A stock image of the plane fully built has been used for reference purposes only and is not the same model from the listing.
Box condition - Excellent (8/10)
- The box has some shelf wear but nothing major, has aged well and still looks clean.
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 (ParcelForce Express 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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Important Information for U.S. Customers
Due to changes in import procedures, a 20–30% import duties charge will be calculated at checkout.
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Products are packaged very well to ensure secure delivery and a happy customer.
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- 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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Hobby Master HA8205 1:48 Corsair Mk.II, 1836 Sqn, HMS Victorious, Sakishima 1945
Sale price£95.00 GBP
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Hobby Master HA8205 1:48 Corsair Mk.II, 1836 Sqn, HMS Victorious, Sakishima 1945
Sale price£95.00 GBP
- Description
- Condition
- Grading
- Shipping
- Returns
Description
The Vought F4U Corsair became one of the most distinctive carrier fighters of WWII, known for its power, ruggedness and unmistakable gull wing. This model depicts a Corsair Mk.II of No. 1836 Squadron operating from HMS Victorious during operations around the Sakishima Islands in May 1945, as shown on the box label and artwork. Ideal for a late-war Fleet Air Arm display shelf, desk setup, or a Pacific carrier-deck diorama, and a great choice for collectors who enjoy naval aviation and WWII carrier aircraft.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Hobby Master
Scale: 1:48
Range: Air Power Series
Model Number: HA8205
Aircraft: Vought F4U Corsair (Corsair Mk.II)
Operator: Fleet Air Arm
Unit / Markings: No. 1836 Squadron, HMS Victorious
Area / Theatre: Sakishima Islands (Pacific)
Year / Period: May 1945
Notable Features: Late-war FAA carrier subject, Sakishima operations markings
Condition
Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)
- The model is in excellent condition with only a small amount of paint loss to the underside of the fuselage (circled in red on the photos).
- Accessories have been checked and comes complete (fuel tanks do have some grey marks on the sides).
- A stock image of the plane fully built has been used for reference purposes only and is not the same model from the listing.
Box condition - Excellent (8/10)
- The box has some shelf wear but nothing major, has aged well and still looks clean.
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 (ParcelForce Express 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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