Spitfires and Polished Metal: Restoring the Classic Fighter

Spitfires and Polished Metal: Restoring the Classic Fighter

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Book Description
Since their formation seven years ago, the British firm Historic Flying has restored ten World War II-era Spitfires to flying condition. This full-colour chronicle follows the company's history from formation to the present, providing a blow-by-blow account of all their rebuilds and the various Spitfires involved.

About the Author
Paul Coggan is the editor of Warbirds Worldwide and the historic aircraft consultant to Sotheby's auction house. Barry McKee is a leading photographer specializing in World War II-era aircraft.

Spitfires and Polished Metal: Restoring the Classic Fighter,Graham Moss,Barry McKee,Motorbooks International,0760307415,Aviation - Repair & Maintenance,Conservation and restoration,General,Historic Flying Limited,History,History - Military / War,Military,Military - Aviation,Military Science,Spitfire (Fighter planes)

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