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    Scramble the Toy Soldiers

    Just a few shots of my very small collection of Corgi Aeroplanes and different figures. All 1:32. It was fun playing with my new camera and the editing afterwards - enjoy a trip down memory lane. Recreation of a famous Life Magazine photo from 1940 - Pilot Officer Albert Lewis -...
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    BIG GUYS! Look here: Aero Pre War Irvin - Size 52"

    This is something for the BIG guys! I am selling my beloved Aero Pre War model Irvin. XXXL size (52") The reason is a upgrading in models - so I need the cash. Just ordered one of Jon's. And part of the deal with my wife was, that I got rid of some of my Irvins! I have given the jacket the...
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    ALC Irvin from the 70's

    This very early Irvin model from Aviation Leather Craft is from the beginning of the 70's. Well worn but still in a nice shape. The only thing worth mentioning is the loose seam at the lower part of the zipper. It can easily be repaired - or just let i be. The zipper works anyway. I do believe...
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    Sir Keith Park

    Statue of Sir Keith Park - and yours truly - in London. The statue is now standing at Waterloo Place - and about time too.
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    Flying Legends this year?

    Anybody planning to go to Flying Legends at Duxford saturday June 30 or sunday July 1? I'll be there saturday :) :) :)
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    Identify this aeroplane, please...

    Can anybody identify this plane? The picture was taken in Denmark in the mid 30's. I am certain the pilot is danish - but I have no idea of the type of plane. Any information would be a great help...
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    What is it, that kicks up these prices?

    Sold on ebay for £114,00. Well, it's a nice mug. Good for drinking you morning tea from. I know. I have one like it. Different maker though. (And mine only cost me £28.00) This one was EMPIRE WARE - and it was made in 1941. But what is it that kicks up these prices? Besides the auction itself...
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    RAF White Prestige Flying Suit from AERO?

    There is a rumor going around, that AERO, Scotland is planning to com up with a replica of the famous "RAF White Prestige Flying Suit" from the 30's. Should be hitting the streets in "beginning of 2012" Just thought some of you guys wanted to know...:)
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    Observations on Santa...

    Men goes through four stages in life: 1. They believe in Santa Claus. 2. They don't believe in Santa Claus. 3. They are Santa Claus. 4. They look like Santa Claus.
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    303 Polish Squadron - The Bloody Foreigners...

    Don't know if this has been posted before - from Channel 4 there is this amazing story of the Polish pilots fighting for Britain: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9VZqKUi9DIo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcYgUzm5pA0&feature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?NR=1&v=EBrEcW9-qJE...
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    Movember Mo - who's in?

    Well I am - in memory of my cousin, who died far too early of prostate cancer. And then I also get a chance to grow a mustache without my wife complaining :) Join the movement - make a difference: http://uk.movember.com/
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    R.I.P. "Tich" Palliser

    Just heard the sad news: "Tich Palliser" - one of The Few from Battle of Britain has just died. Tich flew with 249 Squadron and lived his last years in Australia. We will always remember them.
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    Impressive homage to RAF Bomber Boys

    Saw this link on VLJ - finally the Bomber Boys of RAF get their touching and very impressive documentary. I am definitely going to buy it when it comes out on DVD. http://www.intothewind.co.uk/#
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    P51 Mustang crashes at Flying Legends, Duxford

    http://www.cambridgefirst.co.uk/news/crash_at_duxford_air_show_1_958563 Thank goodness the pilot parachuted out and is OK. But I fear that sooner or later somebody might try to put an end to air shows. And what a shame!
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    White prestige flying / car racing suit from Greycar

    Just found this White Prestige Suite for racing cars back in the 30's. Thought it might interest other flyingbuffs: http://www.greycar.com/product.php?product_id=Overalls I know the official RAF prestige flyingsuit looked a bit different and even had leg pockets - but this one looks good too I...
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    Members in Uniforms Part 2

    Paddy used to have a collection - but why not start a new one? Heres my portrait. A photo taken a few days ago - and played around with on the Mac.
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    To all you flyboys and -girls:

    Merry christmas and a happy, highflying new year from Copenhagen.
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    RAF Ace Tom Neil talks about The battle of Britain

    http://news.bbc.co.uk/local/norfolk/hi/people_and_places/history/newsid_8984000/8984343.stm And there is even a picture of Albert Lewis in there too! :)
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    Overcoat from Magnoli

    Just found this rather fantastic overcoat from Magnoli - anybody done business or bought from them in the past? http://www.magnoliclothiers.com/chicago-overcoat-overcoats-p-209.html The coat is just the one I've been looking for for several years. Anybody of you know of other dealers/shops.
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    Avirex A2 with noseart

    Clearing out the closet, I stumbled over this Avirex A2 - which I have not used for years. It's a limited edition Nose Art jacket - bought in London many years ago. Has handwarmer pockets and great nose art on back. Size: 52" or XXL For sale at $ 325 + 50% of postage. PM me for futher...

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