Aircraft BuNo. 4687 from the USS Enterprise was flown by the Lt. Richard Best, commanding officer of the VB-6 Squadron. On June 4, 1942, while flying Black B-1 from Bombing Six, Best took part in two combat missions, and he is known for his efforts during the Battle of Midway.
Featuring special markings from Lt. Richard Best as he was part of the VB-6 Squadron, is this 1/72 scale, Hobby Master, die cast model of the SBD-3 Dauntless, as it served in the Battle of Midway. It includes realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, surface details, an opening canopy, a detailed cockpit interior, interchangeable extended or retracted landing gear, detachable ordnance loads, a detailed underside, and a display stand. Measures 5½" long and 7" wide.
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