{"product_id":"vought-f4u-1a-corsair-fighter-marine-lucybelle-maj-gregory-pappy-boyington-vmf-214-black-sheep-vella-lavella-1943-1-72","title":"Vought F4U-1A Corsair Fighter Marine Lucybelle Maj. Gregory Pappy Boyington VMF-214 Black Sheep Vella Lavella 1943 1\/72","description":"This is a brand new 1\/72 scale diecast model of the Vought F4U-1A Corsair Fighter Plane \"Lucybelle, Maj. Gregory 'Pappy' Boyington, VMF-214, Black Sheep, Vella Lavella\" (1943), United States Marines, made by Legion. The model is made of diecast metal with some plastic parts, features true-to-scale detail with a detailed exterior, and comes with a display stand. It does not have any openings and comes in the manufacturer’s original unopened packaging. The model measures approximately 5.375 inches in length with a wingspan of 6.5 inches and includes realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation. Diecast metal and plastic construction provides durability and a heavy, realistic feel. The F4U-1A Corsair, flown by Maj. Gregory \"Pappy\" Boyington and nicknamed \"Lucybelle,\" was a key aircraft of VMF-214, the \"Black Sheep Squadron,\" operating from Vella Lavella in the Solomon Islands during 1943. The Corsair’s speed, firepower, and ruggedness made it a formidable adversary to Japanese Zero fighters, with Boyington personally claiming 28 victories and the squadron achieving 94 confirmed kills. This model faithfully captures the iconic aircraft and its squadron markings, making it a perfect collectible for aviation enthusiasts and a tribute to the daring exploits of Boyington and the Black Sheep Squadron during World War II.","brand":"2736","offers":[{"title":"blue","offer_id":43968974618684,"sku":"df0756a8-3f37-4eae-8b76-6e2f206dde3e","price":98.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0291\/4536\/6588\/files\/7968b03563374a52b19098e4dabf331b.jpg?v=1770683928","url":"https:\/\/shop.simon.com\/products\/vought-f4u-1a-corsair-fighter-marine-lucybelle-maj-gregory-pappy-boyington-vmf-214-black-sheep-vella-lavella-1943-1-72","provider":"ShopSimon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}