About the kit: This is the 1972 issue of Hobby Craft Kit #HC1379, the F-86E Sabre "Korea Dog Fighter" in 1/72 scale. Molded in gray, this kit does require both paint and plastic cement. This kit features a detailed cockpit and landing gear, engraved panel lines, and authentic markings. Markings included in this kit are as follows: North American F-86E(M) Sabre Mk.2 Türk Hava Kuvvetleri (Turkish Air Force 1949-now),North American F-86E(M) Sabre Mk.4 Jugoslovensko Ratno Vazduhoplovstvo (Yugoslav Air Force 1945-1992), and North American F-86E-10-NA Sabre US Air Force (1947-now). This kit was made in South Korea by Hobby Craft.
About the plane: The F-86 Sabre is a fighter aircraft, originating in the United States, and manufactured by North American Aviation. First introduced in 1947, the F-86 Sabre is best known as the United States first swept-wing fighter. The F-86 Sabre could counter the MiG-15 in high-speed dogfights during the Korean War (1950-1953). The aircraft was considered one of the best and most important fighter aircraft in that war. Although it was developed in the late 1940s, the F-86 Sabre is also highly rated in comparison with fighters from other eras. Well into the 1950s, the Sabre continued as a front-line fighter in numerous air forces. The F-86 Sabre's primary users include: The United States Air Force, the Japan Air Self-Defense Force, the Spanish Air Force, and the Republic of Korea Air Force. Over 9,800 F-86s were manufactured during the years of 1947 through 1957, making it the most prolific jet fighter ever produced.
Did you know? On February 2nd, 1958 - a team of Pakistan Air Force F-86 Sabres called the "Falcons" set a world record at PAF Base Basroor by performing a loop while in a 16 aircraft diamond formation. The team was led by then, Wing Commander, Zafar Masud.