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Hobby Master HA8803 1:48 A6M2 Zero Fighter Type 21, 201st Naval Flying Group
Preowned - Near Mint (9/10)
- Description
- Condition
- Grading
- Returns
Description
Hobby Master HA8803 depicts the Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero-Sen/Zeke of the IJN 201st Naval Flying Group, coded I-102 and linked to Tetsunzo Iwamoto at Rabaul, New Britain in November 1943. What makes this one stand out is the direct association with Iwamoto and the Rabaul period noted, where the reference highlights his intensive combat record over the area.
A strong choice for a Pacific theatre display, ideal if you like named-pilot subjects and classic WWII Japanese aircraft in 1:48.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Hobby Master
Scale: 1:48
Range: Air Power Series
Model Number: HA8803
Aircraft: Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero-Sen/Zeke
Operator: IJN
Unit / Markings: IJN 201st Naval Flying Group, I-102
Pilot / Name: Tetsunzo Iwamoto
Location: Rabaul, New Britain
Year / Period: November 1943
Dimensions
Length: 7.5"
Width: 9"
Condition
Model Condition - Near Mint (9/10)
- Small defect to the paint on the leading wing edge (yellow paint) and a red mark along with a dark mark next to each other on the underside horizontal stabiliser.
- Comes complete.
Box condition - Excellent (8/10)
- Some shelf wear to the edges and front cover.
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 HA8803 1:48 A6M2 Zero Fighter Type 21, 201st Naval Flying Group
Sale price£92.00 GBP
- Description
- Condition
- Grading
- Returns
Description
Hobby Master HA8803 depicts the Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero-Sen/Zeke of the IJN 201st Naval Flying Group, coded I-102 and linked to Tetsunzo Iwamoto at Rabaul, New Britain in November 1943. What makes this one stand out is the direct association with Iwamoto and the Rabaul period noted, where the reference highlights his intensive combat record over the area.
A strong choice for a Pacific theatre display, ideal if you like named-pilot subjects and classic WWII Japanese aircraft in 1:48.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Hobby Master
Scale: 1:48
Range: Air Power Series
Model Number: HA8803
Aircraft: Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero-Sen/Zeke
Operator: IJN
Unit / Markings: IJN 201st Naval Flying Group, I-102
Pilot / Name: Tetsunzo Iwamoto
Location: Rabaul, New Britain
Year / Period: November 1943
Dimensions
Length: 7.5"
Width: 9"
Condition
Model Condition - Near Mint (9/10)
- Small defect to the paint on the leading wing edge (yellow paint) and a red mark along with a dark mark next to each other on the underside horizontal stabiliser.
- Comes complete.
Box condition - Excellent (8/10)
- Some shelf wear to the edges and front cover.
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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