Description

A tribute to a Medal of Honor recipient in the skies of Italy. This 1:48 scale diecast model by Hobby Master (HA8408) replicates the Republic P-47D Thunderbolt "Oh Johnnie" (#42-26785), flown by 1st Lt. Raymond Knight of the 346th Fighter Squadron, 350th Fighter Group, out of Pisa, Italy, in early 1945. This bubble-top airframe carries massive historical weight, representing the aircraft in which Lt. Knight performed a series of extraordinarily hazardous, low-level strafing missions against enemy airfields on April 24 and 25, 1945. His actions severely crippled retreating Axis air power, but tragically cost him his life on the final day when his heavily damaged fighter crashed, earning him a posthumous Medal of Honor.

Ideal for curators of MTO air operations and WWII history, this Air Power Series release serves as a definitive historical artifact of the Mediterranean theatre. The large 1:48 scale model is engineered for exceptional accuracy, featuring a detailed cockpit with an opening canopy, optional-position landing gear, wing-mounted bazooka rocket tubes, and a checkered tail fin. This premium diecast metal model offers a sophisticated display presence for collectors prioritizing provenance and hero pilot legacies, making it a premier acquisition for any gallery dedicated to pioneer aerospace engineering and the 350th Fighter Group heritage.

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Model Dimensions

Condition

Model Condition - Mint (10/10)

Box condition - Excellent (8/10)

• Minor wear to the edges and corners.
• Structurally sound.

Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.

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