Superb Lockheed F-104A Starfighter by CDC Armour Collection (later Franklin Mint) in a special US Navy colour scheme. This was one of a small number of F-104s on loan from the USAF between 1958 and 1960 in order to conduct Sidewinder missile tests at the Naval Air Weapons Station at China Lake on the edge of California's Mojave Desert.

A substantial and heavy weight die cast metal model with some plastic parts.

A pre-owned model taken in as part of a larger collection of aviation items. This model spent some time in a glass display cabinet before being boxed and put into storage. The model is in fine condition except that the pitot tube on the nose is missing and would have to be replaced by a suitable part from a plastic kit or one fashioned from scratch for the more experienced modeller - this is reflected in the price. The original box is in excellent condition.

These larger Armour Collection / Franklin Mint pieces are getting hard to find now, this particular one especially so, they look impressive when displayed and would be a fine gift for an aviation enthusiast.

For transit the original box will be packed securely inside a bigger postal box.

SHIPPING OUTSIDE THE UK
Once packed up securely for international shipping this model will be quite large and heavy which will be reflected in the shipping charges. For the USA the shipping cost is likely to be over £60 and on top of that there may be import duties from US Customs - we have no control over these. For most north Europe locations expect around £25 shipping plus again possible import duties.

We have accounts with all the major couriers and we always check around these for every order to get the best deal as prices change frequently. If you are interested in this model please contact us first so we can give you a more accurate shipping cost before you order.