1/48 518-79 Lindberg Spitfire II British Pursuit - By Paul W. Lindberg
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
1950s rare 1st release with the early 'Round Script' logo on top and two sides as well as on the decals sheet. This model was far superior to it's contemporary, the Aurora 1/48 Spitfire. Features very fine raised panel lines and rivet detail, realistic fabric texture on the control surfaces, complete landing gear, pilot figure, rotating propeller and even a display stand. Molded in a beautiful high-gloss silver and clear plastic. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Lindberg is a company with a fascinating history The original 'Lindberg Line' stretches back to the 1930s when Paul Lindberg drew plans for famous modeling magazines and marketed his balsa wood 'stick and tissue' by urging dealers to carry the '...Complete Lindberg Line'. After the war, Lindberg and Olsen had a strong hand in early United States injection molded kit development. Please see the article located on this website about early USA plastic kit manufacturers.
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