Our Supermarine Spitfire MK V model airplane is made of the finest grade materials which underwent stages of meticulous and careful sanding, carving and modeling to its original form. Our craftsmen and artisans ensure finely handcrafted Supermarine Spitfire MK V model airplane with precise blueprint details of the original airplane. The Supermarine Spitfire MK V model airplane’s paint scheme, markings and parts are extremely accurate and complete, reflecting the true original Supermarine Spitfire MK V model airplane. It also comes with a sturdy, durable base with a chrome steel support mounting rod. This top-quality Supermarine Spitfire MK V model airplane will surely mesmerize anyone who receives this elegant desktop display as a gift. Supermarine Spitfire MK V History: The Supermarine Spitfire is a single-seat fighter used by the Royal Air Force and other Allied countries during World World War II and through the 1950s. The first prototype first flew on March 5, 1936. The Spitfire was designed and produced by Supermarine subsidiary, Vickers-Armstrongs. The Spitfire saw service in World War II and in most theaters of war, in several roles and in many different variants. The Spitfire is often compared to its main adversary, the Bf 109, both were among the finest fighters at their time. The Spitfire Mk V was the most common type of Supermarine Spitfire with 6,487 built. One of the factors which contributed to the success of the Spitfire was that every single aircraft was flight tested before delivery. A total of 20,351 examples f all variants were built, including two-seat trainers and some Spitfires remained in service well into the 1950s. The Spitfire was the only British fighter aircraft to have continuous production before, during and after the Second World War. This model has measurements of: Span: 13 3/4" Len: 11 1/2" and Scale: 1/32