Airfix 1:48 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Vb/Messerschmitt Bf109E Gift Set, Small

The Spitfire and Messerschmitt Bf109 engaged in numerous dogfights in the months and years following the Battle of Britain in 1940. This set includes the upgraded Spitfire Vb and its formidable foe, the Bf109E. The paint schemes featured are the Supermarine Spitfire Mk Vb of 249 Squadron, Malta, 1942, and the Messerschmitt Bf109E of 7/JG26, Sicily, 1941.

The contents of the set include 8 acrylic paints, 2 brushes, and Poly Cement. The Spitfire model measures 194mm x 234mm and has 90 pieces, while the Me109 model measures 183mm x 205mm and has 107 pieces.

Airfix Gift Sets are designed for more advanced modelers and include the necessary materials for assembly, such as glue, acrylic paints, and brushes. The skill level for this set is 3, where 1 is for beginners and 4 is for more experienced modelers. The total number of parts in the kit is 197.

This set provides an opportunity for enthusiasts to recreate the iconic aerial battles of World War II, capturing the essence of the clash between the Spitfire and Messerschmitt Bf109, two of the most renowned fighter aircraft of that era. Whether you're a seasoned modeler or new to the hobby, this Airfix Gift Set offers an engaging and immersive experience in the world of scale model building.

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