U.S. NAVY F6F-3 HELLCAT
This new 1944 U.S. Navy F6F-3 #2 of VF-27, from the USS Princetown (CVL-23), holds the standard counter-shaded Navy paint scheme. The Sea Blue on the top and white on the bottom were used to compromise between very dark clouds and bright clear skies when being viewed from below. The middle blue is used to blend the top and bottom colors together. This color scheme was maintained until March of 1944 when the Hellcats were painted Glossy Sea Blue all over. This airplane is a limited edition metal die-cast replica that measures approx. 11 1/2 inches in wing span, features rotating prop and rubber wheels, custom detail cowling, quality tampo graphics, hidden coin bank and folding wings! The large base stand is also included and has a plaque located on the base that displays the following:
U.S.
Navy
F6F-3 VF-27 Hellcat
USS Princetown (CVL-23)
1944
Historical Note: In 1942, the first production F6F-3 was airborne. The F6F-3 Hellcats were delivered to the Navy by January 16, 1943. By the end of the year, over 2500 Hellcats had been delivered and were in use. April of 1944 production of the F6F-3's was stopped with a total of 4,402 aircraft produced and delivered to the Navy for use!
Item Number: AA12501
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