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Retired handyman Rikki Scott, 76, builds stunning three-quarter scale Spitfire replica in his Torquay garage over three years, amazing neighbors with his craftsmanship and dedication.
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Retired handyman, 76, builds life-size replica Spitfire in his garage

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Last updated: 2024/07/05 at 10:44 AM
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Rikki Scott with his spitfire which he built himself. (Picture: Jam Press)
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A retired handyman had built a life-size replica of a Spitfire in his garage.

Rikki Scott built the iconic version of the WW2 fighter plane using the instructions for an Airfix model.

Neighbours in his residential street were stunned after a three-quarter scale replica of a Mark V Spitfire appeared on a drive.

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The 76-year-old spent three years making it by hand.

Retired handyman Rikki Scott, 76, builds stunning three-quarter scale Spitfire replica in his Torquay garage over three years, amazing neighbors with his craftsmanship and dedication.
Rikki Scott with his spitfire which he built himself. (Picture: Jam Press)

He constructed it in his single-car garage in Torquay, Devon.

It carries the insignia of the RAF Polish squadron.

He told What’s The Jam: “The plane is based on the plane flown by a Polish fighter pilot.

Retired handyman Rikki Scott, 76, builds stunning three-quarter scale Spitfire replica in his Torquay garage over three years, amazing neighbors with his craftsmanship and dedication.
Rikki Scott spitfire. (Picture: Jam Press)

“It took me about three years but I worked on it less in the winter months because it’s cold in the garage.

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“It was a real labour of love.”

Neighbour and retired pilot Barrie James, 88, saw it while was passing.

“I was astounded to see the Spitfire on the drive,” he said.

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Retired handyman Rikki Scott, 76, builds stunning three-quarter scale Spitfire replica in his Torquay garage over three years, amazing neighbors with his craftsmanship and dedication.
Rikki Scott spitfire. (Picture: Jam Press)

“It is an outstanding machine that has been skillfully crafted.

“I’m a pilot so I loved seeing the Spitfire built by Rikki.”

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