“Black Pony Bases” model aircraft stands are custom-designed using actual squadron insignia intended to be used in conjunction with model decal sets furnished by kit manufacturers and after-market decal suppliers.

Photos depict proprietary designs only and may be altered by the customer at time of purchase accompanied by a 2-3 day shipping delay for construction.

These complete model stands will accommodate  1:72/ 1:48/ 1:32/ 1:24 scale model aircraft and are also suitable as wall-mounted squadron plaques.

This base features the VF-84 "Jolly Rogers," originally established as VA-86 on 1 July 1955, it was immediately re-designated as VF-84 and disestablished on 1 October 1995. It was the third US Navy squadron to be designated as VF-84. The squadron was based at NAS Oceana and took the number but not the lineage of VF-84 the "Wolf Gang" and the insignia of VF-61 the Jolly Rogers.

This base measures 7" x 9 1/2" and is designed with a vertical orientation and is constructed from clear pine.

Bases in our collection are made of clear pine or from one of several sub-saharan African and South American hardwood options: Rosewood. Wenge, Canary, Lubinga, Zebrawood or Purpleheart.

Bases are individually hand-made using graphics printed on high-quality, durable vinyl. The model supports are 1/8” aluminum and machined to accept #8 flathead machine or wood screws or industrial strength magnets as attaching hardware allowing easy removal and adjustment of the aircraft. Holes are countersunk to provide a finished appearance.

The attaching hardware includes: (3) flat head wood screws, (2) flat head machine screws, (1) pre-formed aluminum support, an instruction sheet and (4) base cushions. Optional hardware includes an industrial-strength magnet set and lead weights (for balancing unassembled kit models internally.) These options are supplied at our dealer cost of $5.00. PLEASE SPECIFY REQUIREMENTS WHEN ORDERING. 

Customers may order the aluminum support in a variety of tones: Dark Gray Metallic, Silver Metallic, Gold, Flat Black or a custom matching color. PLEASE SPECIFY PREFERENCE WHEN ORDERING.

Latex cushions are included to protect the display surface and ensure cohesion. Additional emblems or images may be added to the bases to provide a custom appearance for a modest additional cost.

Larger base sizes are also available to accommodate additional artwork or images and up to three aircraft, depending upon model scales.

Kits are shipped unassembled with all attaching hardware and assembly instructions included.

Attaching hardware will accommodate both pre-assembled and unassembled model aircraft constructed from either plastic or solid wood.

Additional features may be added/ deleted from the example depicted by contacting us at any time during the purchasing process. We specialize in custom designs. 

Product quality is guaranteed without exception