Lieutenant Karl Wendell Richter 1967

1/11 scale bronze painted pilot holding his helmet

The resin figure painted with bronze is a depiction of Lieutenant Karl W Richter wearing a "Thud Cap" holding his helmet before his final mission. Karl Richter was an officer in the United States Air Force and an accomplished fighter pilot during the Vietnam War. At the age of 23 he was the youngest pilot in that conflict to shoot down a MiG in air-to-air combat.  Details such as his flight suit with various patches are present to give the figure a touch of what Richter looked like.  On the base, his name along with some of the patches worn are included to help tell Richter's story.  Lieutenant Richter's brpnzed figure is a stunning addition to any room, whether in the game room, living room, or office.