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Hobby Master HA8611 1:48 Hawker Hurricane Mk I 310 Sqn P3143 RAF Duxford 1940
Pre-owned - Excellent (8/10)
- Description
- Condition
- Grading
- Returns
Description
The Hawker Hurricane Mk.I was one of the RAF’s key fighters during the Battle of Britain, relied upon to meet the Luftwaffe at close range across southern England. This model depicts P3143, flown by Sgt B. Furst of No. 310 Squadron at Duxford in September 1940, as shown on the box label. Ideal for a Battle of Britain display shelf, desk setup, or an early-war RAF diorama, and a great choice for collectors who enjoy iconic WWII aircraft and squadron history.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Hobby Master
Scale: 1:48
Range: Air Power Series
Model Number: HA8611
Aircraft: Hawker Hurricane Mk.I
Operator: RAF
Unit / Markings: No. 310 Squadron, Duxford
Serial: P3143
Year / Period: September 1940 (Battle of Britain)
Notable Features: Battle of Britain subject, named pilot scheme (Sgt B. Furst)
Condition
Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)
- Prior to photographing, the model was factory sealed but we noticed a defect which is noted below.
- During storage, a small area of brown paint lifted from the metal just in front of the cockpit, leaving a small patch of bare metal visible.
- For transparency, the factory seal on the outer plastic tray was carefully opened so the area could be photographed clearly.
- The stand pack and antenna pack remain sealed. Aside from the paint lift noted above, the model would otherwise be mint.
Box condition - Excellent (8/10)
- For its age, the box remains in excellent condition with minimal wear.
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.
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.
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Hobby Master HA8611 1:48 Hawker Hurricane Mk I 310 Sqn P3143 RAF Duxford 1940
Sale price£75.00 GBP
- Description
- Condition
- Grading
- Returns
Description
The Hawker Hurricane Mk.I was one of the RAF’s key fighters during the Battle of Britain, relied upon to meet the Luftwaffe at close range across southern England. This model depicts P3143, flown by Sgt B. Furst of No. 310 Squadron at Duxford in September 1940, as shown on the box label. Ideal for a Battle of Britain display shelf, desk setup, or an early-war RAF diorama, and a great choice for collectors who enjoy iconic WWII aircraft and squadron history.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Hobby Master
Scale: 1:48
Range: Air Power Series
Model Number: HA8611
Aircraft: Hawker Hurricane Mk.I
Operator: RAF
Unit / Markings: No. 310 Squadron, Duxford
Serial: P3143
Year / Period: September 1940 (Battle of Britain)
Notable Features: Battle of Britain subject, named pilot scheme (Sgt B. Furst)
Condition
Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)
- Prior to photographing, the model was factory sealed but we noticed a defect which is noted below.
- During storage, a small area of brown paint lifted from the metal just in front of the cockpit, leaving a small patch of bare metal visible.
- For transparency, the factory seal on the outer plastic tray was carefully opened so the area could be photographed clearly.
- The stand pack and antenna pack remain sealed. Aside from the paint lift noted above, the model would otherwise be mint.
Box condition - Excellent (8/10)
- For its age, the box remains in excellent condition with minimal wear.
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.
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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