{"product_id":"vought-f4u-1a-corsair-fighter-ace-ira-kepford-vf-17-jolly-rogers-bougainville-solomon-islands-1944-us-navy-1-72","title":"Vought F4U-1A Corsair Fighter Ace Ira Kepford VF-17 Jolly Rogers Bougainville Solomon Islands 1944 US Navy 1\/72","description":"This is a brand new 1\/72 scale diecast model of the Vought F4U-1A Corsair Fighter Aircraft \"Ace Ira Kepford, VF-17 Jolly Rogers, Bougainville, Solomon Islands\" (1944), made by Legion. The model features a detailed exterior, true-to-scale detail, and comes with a display stand. It does not have any openings and is made of diecast metal with some plastic parts for durability and a heavy, realistic feel. The model comes in the manufacturer’s original unopened packaging and measures approximately 5.5 inches in length with a wingspan of 6.75 inches. Highly detailed, it includes realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life aircraft. The F4U-1A Corsair flown by Ira Kepford, a 16-victory ace of VF-17 “Jolly Rogers,” was deployed to the Solomon Islands during the Bougainville campaign, providing combat air patrols, bomber escorts, and aggressive fighter sweeps against Japanese aircraft. The Corsair’s speed, climb rate, and six .50-caliber machine guns made it a dominant fighter, helping secure Allied air superiority and supporting ground operations. This 1 - 72 scale model faithfully captures the legendary aircraft with authentic markings and proportions, making it a highly detailed collectible for World War II aviation enthusiasts and admirers of U.S. Navy aces in the Pacific Theater.","brand":"2736","offers":[{"title":"navy","offer_id":43968941293628,"sku":"3541a147-568e-47f3-9fe5-ee2862f372b7","price":88.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0291\/4536\/6588\/files\/a098586f71474766875f5de425ab61fe.jpg?v=1770683081","url":"https:\/\/shop.simon.com\/products\/vought-f4u-1a-corsair-fighter-ace-ira-kepford-vf-17-jolly-rogers-bougainville-solomon-islands-1944-us-navy-1-72","provider":"ShopSimon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}