Available is this surface magnet of a silver and black Sikorsky VS-44A powered by Pratt & Whitney R-1830 radial piston engines. The VS-44A, "Escambia", was a large four-engined flying boat built in the United States in the early 1940s by Sikorsky Aircraft. Based on the XPBS-1 patrol bomber, the VS-44A was designed primarily for the transatlantic passenger market, with a capacity of 40+ passengers. Escambia has been restored and is displayed at the New England Air Museum in Windsor Locks, CT. Magnet measures approximately 4 inches long by 1-1/2 inches wide by 1/8 inch thick. Please review all images and ask questions before bidding or buying. Don’t miss your chance to add this rare piece to your collection or to give as a unique gift for that special someone.

* THE FINE PRINT ***********************************************************

Everything is sold as-is. All items are vintage in normal-use condition unless otherwise noted in the description.  Pictures are actual images of the piece(s) for sale. Be sure to read description completely and examine images thoroughly. It has been described to the best of my ability.  If any questions, please ask before committing to the purchase. While knowledgeable on many things I sell, I am not an expert. If the description has incorrect or missing information don't hesitate to let me know- polite input is kindly welcomed ;-)

* SHIPPING INFORMATION ************************************************

Shipping is through USPS, Priority Mail or 1st Class Mail and sometimes FedEx.  Purchased items are carefully & securely packed and shipped immediately upon payment. Shipping upgrades and additional insurance available upon request and corresponding cost.

* RETURN POLICY ***********************************************************

Communications are met with an honest and sincere effort to achieve a fair resolution in a polite manner. Full refunds given an item was wrongly described or misrepresented. Most conflicts happen because the buyer did not completely read the description, examine all the pictures or ask questions before purchasing.  For issues beyond my control, I will still strive for a reasonable solution.

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Should an item show up damaged from shipping, the following is required: 1) Pictures of the damaged item while still in the shipping container and packing- peel back or remove packing enough to reveal item damage (along with any visible shipping box damage).  2) A picture of the entire shipping label. All this proof is required before USPS will consider a damage claim.  Proof of the item sale and cost is easily provided but is also why pictures are needed to compare to the original transaction and pictures. Shipping costs are never refunded by the USPS (except if item is lost in transit).