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• DESCRIPTION:
• Brand new 1/48 scale diecast model of Brewster F2A Model 239 "Buffalo" Fighter Aircraft "BW364, LeLv 24, flown by Warrant Officer Ilmari Juutilainen" (1942) Finnish Air Force "Air Power Series" die cast model by Hobby Master.
• Brand new box.
• Detailed exterior.
• True-to-scale detail.
• Includes pilot figure.
  
• Has opening canopy.
• Includes display stand.
• Officially licensed product.
• Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
• Dimensions approximately Length- 6.5, Wingspan- 8.75 inches.
• Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
• It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
• Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.
• HISTORY ASPECTS:
• The Brewster Model 239 "Buffalo," known in Finnish service as the BW series, was a significant fighter for Finland during World War II. BW364, flown by Warrant Officer Ilmari Juutilainen of 3/LeLv 24, gained particular fame during the Continuation War against the Soviet Union. Although the Brewster Buffalo had a poor reputation in other theaters, such as the Pacific, the Finns greatly improved its performance through modifications and by adopting effective tactics suited to their harsh winter environment. Finished in a striking winter camouflage scheme, BW364 symbolized the resilience and ingenuity of the Finnish Air Force.
• In March 1942, Warrant Officer Juutilainen, flying BW364, was already emerging as one of Finland's top aces. Despite being outnumbered and facing superior Soviet aircraft, Juutilainen utilized the Buffalo’s agility and solid armament to achieve remarkable success. During this period, the Finns often operated from makeshift snow-covered airfields, with Buffaloes like BW364 playing a crucial role in defensive operations over Finnish territory. The success of the Brewster Model 239 in Finnish hands can largely be attributed to pilot skill and intimate knowledge of local conditions, factors that turned the modest American fighter into a lethal adversary.
• Throughout the Continuation War, BW364 and its fellow Brewsters helped Finland maintain control of its airspace against overwhelming odds. Juutilainen himself would go on to become Finland’s highest-scoring ace, with a record that included many victories achieved in the Brewster 239 before he transitioned to more modern fighters later in the war. The story of BW364 and its pilot is a testament to the impact that tactical brilliance and pilot expertise can have, even when flying aircraft considered obsolete elsewhere. The Brewster 239, especially in its Finnish winter guise, remains an enduring symbol of courage and determination.
• This 1:48 scale model complete with its distinctive winter camouflage, offers collectors and historians an exceptional tribute to one of Finland’s greatest aviation stories. With finely detailed markings and historically accurate features, this replica captures the spirit of Ilmari Juutilainen’s legendary service, making it a must-have centerpiece for any World War II or aviation enthusiast.
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