{"product_id":"sky-guardians-europe-sge-72-002-003-1-72-fairey-gannet-xa454-264h-849-sqn-hms-hermes-1970-issues","title":"Sky Guardians SGE-72-002-003 1:72 Fairey Gannet XA454 264H 849 Sqn *ISSUES*","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSky Guardians Europe SGE-72-002-003 recreates Fairey Gannet AS Mk.4 XA454, coded 264H, while serving with No.849 Naval Air Squadron A Flight aboard HMS Hermes in May 1970. The 1:72 diecast model captures the Gannet's unmistakable contra-rotating propellers, folding-wing carrier profile and Royal Navy markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gannet AS Mk.4 was designed for carrier-based anti-submarine operations, combining search equipment and weapons capability within a robust airframe powered by the Armstrong Siddeley Double Mamba. No.849 Naval Air Squadron supported Royal Navy carrier operations, with aircraft and detachments deployed to extend the fleet's surveillance and maritime capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example is offered as a restoration-oriented display model. The principal broken components are included for a buyer who may wish to undertake careful repairs, while the aircraft can still form an interesting Fleet Air Arm or Royal Navy collection piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFact Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sky Guardians Europe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sky Guardians\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e SGE-72-002-003\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft \/ Variant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fairey Gannet AS Mk.4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Identity \/ Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e XA454 \/ 264H\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSquadron \/ Unit:\u003c\/strong\u003e No.849 Naval Air Squadron, A Flight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShip \/ Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e HMS Hermes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate \/ Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 1970\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Role:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carrier-based anti-submarine aircraft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm \/ United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diecast metal with detailed component parts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic Royal Navy markings, contra-rotating propellers, folding-wing detail, optional undercarriage and display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 7.25 inches \/ 18.4 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWingspan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 9 inches \/ 22.9 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Fair (5\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll noted condition points are shown with red arrows in the images for clear observation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWing edges:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green colouring is present around the areas that contact the blister tray. This may be transferred paint or wear exposing the undercoat, and the model would benefit from paint restoration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFuselage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The upper antenna has snapped; the detached piece is included in the accessory pack for potential repair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnderside:\u003c\/strong\u003e The arrestor hook has snapped; the detached piece is included in the accessory pack for potential repair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral surfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some further marks are present, although the broken parts and wing-edge paintwork are the main condition points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model remains suitable for display or as a restoration project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox Condition - Fair (5\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOuter box:\u003c\/strong\u003e Staining is present around all sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInner cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e One Velcro button has detached and is stuck to the opposing button, and one corner is torn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlastic tray:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tray has yellowed with age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting to make the noted condition points easy to assess. What you see is exactly what you will receive.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease review every image carefully, particularly the broken components and wing-edge paintwork, before purchasing. If you have any questions, please contact us.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sky Guardians Europe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57991099187582,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_8147.jpg?v=1792234504","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/sky-guardians-europe-sge-72-002-003-1-72-fairey-gannet-xa454-264h-849-sqn-hms-hermes-1970-issues","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}