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Century Wings 1:72 Wings of Heroes 001650 Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird Diecast Model USAF, #61-7955 Skunk Works, Edwards AFB, CA, 1985. Limited Edition 1000 Pieces Worldwide. Aircraft #61-7955 first flew on 17 August 1965. As one of the first SR-71s produced, it remained at Lockheed’s Palmdale production facility to serve as a flight test aircraft. During much of that time, it wore the famous Lockheed “Skunk Works” logo on its tail. Over the course of twenty years, it played a crucial role in testing and verifying new systems and configurations that were later applied to the rest of the SR-71 fleet. By early 1985, it had accumulated 1993.7 hours of flight time. However, due to numerous modifications, it would have required significant changes to be brought back to SR-71 standard. As a result, the aircraft was retired from active service and subsequently put on display at the Air Force Flight Test Center Museum at Edwards AFB, California, where it remains as an exhibit for visitors to see today. Designed as a long-range, strategic reconnaissance aircraft, The Lockheed SR-71 first flew on December 22, 1964. Nicknamed “The Blackbird, ” this highly-advanced aircraft was believed by many to be ahead of its time. It was capable of mach 3 and still holds the record for the fastest “air breathing manned aircraft” in the world. Its speed and ability to operate at high altitudes served as a defensive feature; when attacked by surface-to-air missiles, the pilot needed only to accelerate to avoid being struck. Only 32 SR-71’s were operated during its 34-year service history, and though 12 were destroyed in accidents none were lost to enemy attack. Century Wings’ 1:72 scale SR-71 includes the mission-capable SR-71A and training SR-71B variants. The models are constructed almost entirely of metal with only the smallest amount of plastic used in the manufacturing process. Crisply detailed panel lines and ultra-thin metal rudders and edges surround the airframe to reproduce this eye-catching speed demon. The sharply pointed shock cones protruding from the engine nacelles and the afterburner detail at the rear of the engine are accurately reproduced, and the correctly detailed set of landing gear and doors have been included as robust sub-assemblies that allow for quick and easy configuration for ground or in-flight display. Century Wings 1:72 Wings of Heroes. The Century Wings “1:72 Wings of Heroes” range presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Century Wings 1:72 diecast airplanes feature. Diecast metal construction with some plastic components. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details. Pad printed markings and placards that won’t fade or peel like decals. Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors. Selected moveable control surfaces. Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear. Presentation stand to display the aircraft “in flight”. Detailed removable pilot and crew figures. Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards. Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads. Many limited editions with numbered certificate of authenticity.

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This vintage USAF Plant 42 Fireman Badge is a rare find for collectors of militaria and challenge coins. The badge was made a division of Lockheed Martin based in Palmdale, California. It’s a unique piece of history that symbolizes the dedication and courage of the firemen who served at Plant 42. This badge is a must-have for collectors of original items and militaria from the current era (2001-now). It’s a great addition to any collection of challenge coins and is sure to be a conversation starter. Whether you’re a military history enthusiast or just appreciate rare and unique collectibles, this vintage USAF Plant 42 Fireman Badge is a treasure that you won’t want to miss.

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Please check out our other Military Challenge Coins as well. Coin: USAF Air Force SR-71 Blackbird. On one side and. The old school USAF logo on the other. Type: CNC machined coin. Gold Plated and Soft enamel. Size: 1 9/16ths inches. Country of Origin: Proudly made in the USA. We have several types of SR-71 Coins (we have this coin in Bright Gold & Antique Bronze under separate auctions) in stock with the old USAF Logo & new Hap Logo. Please check out our other Stealth Blackbird, F-4, F-22 & F-35 Coins as well as our Military Challenge Coins and Patches. We’re not happy until you’re happy! If something is wrong, let us know and we’ll make it right.

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If you have any questions or need more pics, please let me know. I’m more than happy to answer any questions or take more pics as needed.

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Keeps time but the top knob is stuck. Needs a good cleaning, the paint has fallen from hands.

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Original Marx 1961 The Marx-A-Copter. Very clean set/well cared for. Works extraordinarily well/view video. Needs balanced/modern D cells are heavier than in 1961. Extremely RARE parachute set! Exploding submarine works perfectly. NOS Marx Thundercaps included! Original instructions very good/creasing. Airport play mat very good-excellent. Marline airport building NEVER assembled. “4 foot long” box good. Box has bright graphics/age-storage wear. A fantastic blast from the past! Look at the super zoom photos and view video for a better description and/or ask questions. All sales are final. I hold the exclusive rights to all my images and texts, usage is not permitted. Thank you for looking! The item “Vintage Marx-A-Copter USAF Sikorsky Helicopter Vertibird Playset EX withBox Works” is in sale since Thursday, January 7, 2021. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Electronic, Battery & Wind-Up\Battery Operated\1970-1989″. The seller is “reanimationtoys” and is located in Lafayette, Indiana. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Uruguay.

• Theme: Marx-A-Copter
• Featured Refinements: Vertibird Toy
• Year: 1961
• Character Family: Vertibird
• Brand: Marx

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Very Good condition—paint is bright and shinny but dose have nicks and scratches—all metal—14 long—battery powered with bump and go action—has lighted gun and red noise cone—has been tested and work good—made in Japan. The item “USAF FIGHTER JET BATTERY OP VG CONDITION MADE IN JAPAN TESTED WORKS GOOD” is in sale since Monday, August 5, 2019. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Vintage & Antique Toys\Tin\Vehicles”. The seller is “webe-toys” and is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
• Year: 1959
• Non-Domestic Product: No

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Vietnam USAF SR-71 Habu OL-8 SQUADRON Sargent Uniform Shirt Patch Pant Skunk Works. Both pants and shirt have a few yellow paint marks and both have faded, original patches are stunning and shirt appears to be tailored in country. The item “Vietnam USAF SR-71 Habu OL-8 SQUADRON OD107 Uniform Shirt Patch Pant Skunk Works” is in sale since Friday, August 30, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\Vietnam (1961-75)\Original Period Items\Uniforms”. The seller is “silverymoonvintage55″ and is located in Alameda, California. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Bolivia, Gibraltar, Iceland, Luxembourg, Macao, Martinique, Paraguay, Uruguay.

• Branch: United States Air Force
• Date: 1971
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Named: Williams
• Unit: OL-8

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HAMILTON GCT 22J USAF 4992B MILITARY POCKET WATCH CHRONOMETER WORKS. See pictures for condition details. I’m unable to open case back it is closed super tight. Watch works and keeps time. All info I have is on the case back of the watch. The item “HAMILTON GCT 22J USAF 4992B MILITARY POCKET WATCH CHRONOMETER WORKS” is in sale since Saturday, September 14, 2019. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Watches, Parts & Accessories\Pocket Watches\Antique”. The seller is “alpha10080″ and is located in Woodhaven, New York. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Manufacturer: HAMILTON
• Model: 4992B
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Style: Military
• Movement: Mechanical (Hand-winding)
• UPC: Does Not Apply
• Year of Manufacture: 1920-Now
• Closure: Open Face
• Brand: Hamilton

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The size is 19.5 x 19.5 x 4 3/8 inches deep. The following information has been researched and compiled by the volunteers of the National Museum of World War II Aviation in Colorado Springs, CO. 100% of the proceeds from the sales of this item will be reinvested into the museum’s programs. We have several of these clocks available and will be listing them all over time. If you have additional requests for information, we will be happy to respond to messages within 48 hours. Your International clock is a vintage Minute Impulse Secondary Clock also called? Manufactured in the early 1940s by International Business Machines Corporation, better known today as IBM. The Endicott, NY plant that made it was built in 1906 and the building is still used by IBM today. Your clock is one of a lot discovered in old unopened wooden crates obtained by the museum in 2014. The clocks were made for the US Army Air Force (AAF), the successor to the Army Air Corps and the forerunner of today? S US Air Force. Serial numbers indicate they were made in 1942 and 1943. They were inspected, packaged and crated at the AAF? S 829th Specialized Depot (829 SP D) at Gadsden, Alabama, in July 1945, shortly before the end of WWII. Between manufacturing and crating, they may have been in service or in storage; we have no way of knowing for certain, but some do appear to show wear from use. Four clocks were packed per crate with each clock wrapped in brown paper and then sealed against moisture with tarred paper. Even so, after 70 years of slow oxidation the mechanisms had become inoperable. Museum restoration staff disassembled, cleaned and restored these to operating condition using all the original parts (unless broken or beyond repair). The 829th SP D inspection tag from its outer wrapper accompanies your clock. Minute Impulse Secondary Clocks. Invented around the turn of the 20th Century, secondary (slave) clocks were used in large institutions such as factories, schools and military bases that needed to show the same time in many locations at once. Large numbers of secondary clocks could be remotely controlled over wires by a master clock that might be located in a principal? S office for a school or a headquarters office for the military. Master/slave time systems are still in production using modern technologies. The impulse type of secondary clock is not a true clock; by itself, it cannot keep time. The minute-impulse clock received a pulse of current from its master clock each minute to advance the hands. Minute impulse clocks are sturdy and use no power save a small amount when advancing the hands. The basic design of your clock was first patented in 1928 by Clinton E. Larrabee and assigned to the International Time Recording Company, Ltd. One of the forefather firms that eventually became IBM. A master clock was a precision time-keeping device that, for your clock model, sent a 24-volt pulse over a pair wires each minute to advance all the hands of all its slave clocks (note that this model, 561-2CG, did not come with second hands). At five minutes to the hour, a temporary change occurred to the scheme to correct any clock that had missed one or more pulses. Note: we have placed a small jumper wire across the switch terminals. The switch is not used and the jumper prevents possible poor contact problems. S Clock Driver Unit. Museum staff designed and constructed a small clock driver unit powered by a? To provide master clock pulses so your clock can keep time. A fast-forward switch on the driver box can be used to advance the clock if it falls behind the actual time. Fast-forward advances the hands by 3 minutes per second and through 24 hours in just eight minutes. If your clock is close to a full 24 hours behind, you may find it easier to turn it off, let it fall a little behind actual time, and then fast forward to set it. A green LED lights when power is applied and it winks each time a pulse is sent to the clock. Some of these clocks also have a buzzer attached to the back of the case. These operate on 24 volts AC, but we have not provided a unit to power them. It does not matter which way the clock? S wires are attached to the screw terminals on the driver box; it is not polarity sensitive. The red wire goes to one terminal and the black and green wires to the other (note the original wire colors are faded by time). The construction of these antique clocks imposes some operating limitations. They cannot be reset by pushing the hands around because there is no way to open the front of the clock. Accessing the hands requires taking the case apart from the back. And the internal mechanism can only be advanced, not run backward; therefore, setting them sometimes requires a bit of patience, as befits a product of a simpler time. Finally, though the clocks sport a gray Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) hand, it is fixed in relation to the black hour hand; therefore, wherever Daylight Savings Time is in use, the GMT offset cannot be relied upon to be correct. Reading Your Serial Number. S serial number is on a label on the clock? The Model number on the label, 561-2CG, apparently refers only to the impulse mechanism because we have seen the same model number on several quite different-looking clock case designs. The Catalog number on the label apparently defined the actual case appearance. All sales are final. However, if your clock stops working, please contact the Museum. We will make every attempt to try to solve the problem. The item “IBM US Army Air Force 24hr Vintage Minute Impulse Secondary Slave Clock WORKS” is in sale since Saturday, July 13, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Clocks\Vintage (1930-69)\Wall”. The seller is “namowwiia” and is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Brand: IBM

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