Tomahawk Mk. IIB "Neville F. Duke" GA-F 112 Sqn. RAF Egypt 1941 in 1:72 scale
This is the Tomahawk Mk. IIB "Neville F. Duke" GA-F 112 Sqn. RAF Egypt 1941 in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master.
The Tomahawk Mk IIB “GA‑F,” flown by Pilot Officer Neville F. Duke of No. 112 Squadron RAF in Egypt during 1941, distinguished itself with one of the first shark-mouth nose arts in the North African campaign—a menacing emblem that became legendary across Western Allied and even Axis squadrons. Under Duke’s skilled control, the rugged Tomahawk, better suited to low-altitude desert combat than high-altitude dogfights, helped him notch three victories in nine days before being shot down—after which he survived and went on to become the Mediterranean theater’s top ace. Its combination of iconic livery, battlefield resilience, and an ace pilot’s prowess set GA‑F apart as a symbol of aggressive innovation and performance under pressure.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship
The Tomahawk Mk IIB “GA‑F,” flown by Pilot Officer Neville F. Duke of No. 112 Squadron RAF in Egypt during 1941, distinguished itself with one of the first shark-mouth nose arts in the North African campaign—a menacing emblem that became legendary across Western Allied and even Axis squadrons. Under Duke’s skilled control, the rugged Tomahawk, better suited to low-altitude desert combat than high-altitude dogfights, helped him notch three victories in nine days before being shot down—after which he survived and went on to become the Mediterranean theater’s top ace. Its combination of iconic livery, battlefield resilience, and an ace pilot’s prowess set GA‑F apart as a symbol of aggressive innovation and performance under pressure.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship
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