{"product_id":"cobi-bricks-fairey-swordfish-executive-edition","title":"COBI Bricks Fairey Swordfish Executive Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eCobi Brick Set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e959pcs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured in the EU by a company with over 35 years of tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeet safety standards for children's products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully compatible with other brands of construction blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear and intuitive instructions based on drawings and icons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale 1:32\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel dimensions (L x W x H): 340 x 430 x 105 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild one of the most extraordinary aircraft of World War II and discover a story forever etched in the annals of naval warfare!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFairey Swordfish aircraft—unassuming biplanes with a distinctive silhouette—became the heroes of one of the most dramatic naval operations: the hunt for the battleship Bismarck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy building this model you will uncover a story of courage, naval combat tactics and one of the most dramatic clashes in the Atlantic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features of the Fairey Swordfish (HMS Ark Royal) set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel of the historic Fairey Swordfish aircraft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- a faithful recreation of the silhouette of this legendary British torpedo biplane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e959 elements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- a large, satisfying model in the classic 1:32 scale, providing many hours of engaging building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 figures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- allowing you to recreate historical scenes and enhancing the model's display:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Pilot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- wearing a faithfully recreated blue uniform and peaked cap. The figure features interchangeable headgear: a classic aviator helmet, essential for flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Navigator\/Bombardier and Gunner\/Observer \u003c\/strong\u003e- both figures wear classic, faithfully recreated attire, including aviator helmets and heavy flight jackets designed for aircrews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector's display stand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- a stable and elaborate base allowing you to impressively showcase the model in a dynamic position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector’s Plaque\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– A unique feature: a black plaque displaying the model name, scale and details regarding its participation in Operation Rheinübung—the mission during which the battleship Bismarck was sunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExecutive Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- This is a special, collector’s version of the Fairey Swordfish aircraft model from HMS Ark Royal. This exclusive edition includes the model itself, along with a black display plaque, an elaborate collector’s stand and three minifigures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Inspiration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– The set pays tribute to the famous air raid launched from the aircraft carrier HMS Ark Royal against the battleship Bismarck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplicated Armament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– The aircraft is armed with a replica of a 7.7 mm Vickers machine gun. Mounted beneath the fuselage is a brick-built torpedo—an 18-inch Mark XII. Designed for aerial deployment, it features reduced weight and explosive payload, yet is relatively fast once in the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Quality Prints\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Durable markings, applied directly to the bricks without the use of stickers, ensure the model retains its excellent appearance for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExecutive Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- This is a special, collector’s version of the Fairey Swordfish aircraft model from HMS Ark Royal. 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