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1/48 Special Hobby - Gloster E.28/39 Pioneer (Squirt) "First British Jet"

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1/48 Special Hobby - Gloster E.28/39 Pioneer (Squirt) "First British Jet"The Gloster E. 28 39 Pioneer, also known as the Squirt, was the first British jet aircraft and the third worldwide to achieve powered flight. It emerged from Frank Whittles pioneering work on the Power Jets W. 1 engine, which began development in the late 1930s. Collaborating with Glosters chief designer George Carter and backed by the Ministry of Aviations E. 28 39 specification, two prototypes were built to validate jet propulsion in an aircraft.

The Gloster E.28/39 Pioneer, also known as the Squirt, was the first British jet aircraft and the third worldwide to achieve powered flight. It emerged from Frank Whittle’s pioneering work on the Power Jets W.1 engine, which began development in the late 1930s. Collaborating with Gloster’s chief designer George Carter and backed by the Ministry of Aviation’s E.28/39 specification, two prototypes were built to validate jet propulsion in an aircraft. The all-metal design featured a unique nose intake duct, short landing gear due to the absence of a propeller, and fabric-covered control surfaces, but lacked armament, pressurization, heating, and radio equipment. The first flight occurred on 7 April 1941, with official testing continuing through 1944 while engine improvements were ongoing. In 1944, the aircraft was upgraded with a more powerful W.2B engine and revised tail stabilizers, flying until 1945 before being preserved at London’s Science Museum.

This highly detailed 1/48 scale model kit of the Gloster E.28/39 Pioneer features two grey styrene sprues that form the aircraft's main structure, complemented by a clear sprue for the canopy to ensure an accurate and realistic cockpit representation. The kit also includes a fret of etched metal parts, adding fine detail and precision to areas such as cockpit instrumentation and external components. A comprehensive decal sheet provides markings for both prototype aircraft, allowing for accurate replication of their distinctive liveries. Designed for experienced modelers, this kit faithfully captures the pioneering jet’s unique design and historical significance.

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Color: Dark Grey, Size: 7 Seat, Color: Dark Grey, Size: 7 Seat
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Color: Dark Grey, Size: 7 Seat, Color: Dark Grey, Size: 7 Seat
This couch far exceeded my expectations. It was on sale for $750 when I purchased it which is a steal! The cushions are EXTREMELY soft and comfortable. Its appearance is very modern and saves up so much space! The height is perfect and it easily folds back to make it not like a day bed. Personally we leave it like this especially with a baby because it gives us a lot of room to stretch out and again SUPER COMFORTABLE. The fabric is phenomenal and very easy to clean! 10/10 definitely recommend! Would purchase again! The storage area is perfect for pillows and blankets as the ottoman can hold things as well as the chase WHICH can be accessed while the couch is in “day bed mode” as I say. Nothing but good things to report!
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Jazzie
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★★★★★ 5
Nice couch for the price
Color: Black, Size: 7 Seat, Color: Black, Size: 7 Seat
Nice and firm I was able to put it up by myself in about three hours. It is really cute The material is soft. I really like it. It was super easy to put together. It came in 4 different boxes, I was worried because people said they got the boxes on different days luckily, I got the whole couch the same day and put together that night. I’m happy with this purchase. Can’t wait to sit on it and watch TV. I just wanna give it a few days to let the seat cushions recover.
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Louisville, US
★★★★★ 5
Love the storage and pull-out
Color: Dark Grey, Size: 7 Seat, Color: Dark Grey, Size: 7 Seat
The size is great and fits nicely in the corner without feeling too bulky, but still has plenty of seating. The dark grey color looks clean in person and matches my space really well — not too light, not too dark. The pull-out part is honestly one of my favorite features. It slides out pretty smoothly and turns into a big lounging area or bed. I’ve already used it to relax and watch TV and it’s really comfortable. The storage compartment is also bigger than I expected — I can fit blankets and a few extra things in there easily, which helps keep everything more organized. Comfort-wise, I’d say it’s medium-firm. Not super soft like a cloud couch, but still comfortable enough for everyday use. The cushions seem to hold their shape pretty well so far. Assembly took a bit of time and it’s easier with two people, but overall it wasn’t too complicated. Once it’s set up, it feels pretty sturdy. If I had to nitpick, the cushions do shift a little after sitting for a while, so you may need to adjust them occasionally. But for the price, I think that’s pretty normal.
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very nice for the money
Color: Dark Grey, Size: 5 Seat, Color: Dark Grey, Size: 5 Seat
Very comfy. The color is perfect. The back pillows do shift when leaning against them but a throw pillow or two helps comfort. The material is soft. And it was fairly easy to assemble with 2 people.
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