Where (or what?) cool aero gift to get? WW2 Spitfire piece?

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Hi all,

Looking to get a gift for someone who did me a huge favour. They're a big plane and pilot nut and own 3 currently. I've noticed a signed P51 Mustang on their desk for example.

A while back I saw an article on ww2 plane bits (cylinders, control pieces etc..) mounted on plinths or bases, looked rather good. I tried to find via google but can't seem to find them again. Does this ring a bell with anyone?

Or any other ideas on a cool gift, value up to £1,000?

Thanks in advance.

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Big Bad Ben said:

TMB Art Metal made my wedding ring out of part of Concorde's vertical stabiliser. They also do bits (cufflinks and other, non-jewellery pieces) made out of Spitfires, Hurricanes and classic cars... Very pleased with their service!

Perfect! Thank you.

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robm3 said:

Big Bad Ben said:

TMB Art Metal made my wedding ring out of part of Concorde's vertical stabiliser. They also do bits (cufflinks and other, non-jewellery pieces) made out of Spitfires, Hurricanes and classic cars... Very pleased with their service!

Perfect! Thank you.

Just as an update I brought this piece off TMB Art:



It's the smaller spitfire model made from a spitfire engine



It was a little pricey but Chris Bennett was extremely helpful, especially as I'm in Oz and the piece had to go to the USA.

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gvij said:

Looks lovely. How much was it?

I don't wish to be elusive however the price is in the 2.5K-3.5K ballpark.

What sold me on it was it's authenticity, stunning simplicity and the craftsmanship that went into it. Unfortunately for me it was a gift so I don't get to enjoy it, but giving it was enough for me.

That said Chris has similar items priced at various prices due to minor imperfections in manufacturing. I'm in the UK next month so hoping to pop in and inspect some.