• Brand new 1/8 scale model of Neil Armstrong "Apollo 11 Commander - First Man On the Moon" Polyresin Statue "Statue Series" model by Hobby Master.
• Brand new box.
• Detailed exterior.
• True-to-scale detail.
• Officially licensed product.
• Dimensions is approximately 9 inches tall.
• Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
• It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of history.

HISTORY ASPECTS:
Neil Armstrong, as commander of Apollo 11, made history on July 20, 1969, when he became the first human to set foot on the Moon. Born in 1930, Armstrong was a decorated U.S. Navy pilot before joining NASA as an astronaut. His journey to the Moon was the culmination of the Space Race, a period of intense rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union. After launching from Kennedy Space Center on July 16, Apollo 11 traveled over 238,000 miles to the Moon, where Armstrong and Lunar Module Pilot Buzz Aldrin descended to the lunar surface while Command Module Pilot Michael Collins remained in orbit.
As Armstrong stepped onto the Moon’s surface, he famously declared, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." His words marked a defining moment in human history, symbolizing not only American achievement but also the potential for global cooperation in space exploration. Armstrong and Aldrin spent over two hours exploring the lunar landscape, collecting rock samples, and setting up scientific instruments, including a seismometer and a retroreflector for laser-ranging experiments. The successful mission fulfilled President John F. Kennedy’s 1961 challenge to land a man on the Moon before the decade’s end and safely return him to Earth.
Apollo 11's triumph had a lasting impact, inspiring future generations of astronauts and scientists. The mission's success paved the way for subsequent lunar landings, leading to further exploration of space and advancements in technology. Armstrong remained an influential figure in the aerospace community, advocating for space exploration and scientific discovery until his passing in 2012. His legacy endures as a testament to human ingenuity, bravery, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge beyond our world.
This 1:8 scale polyresin statue of Neil Armstrong captures the historic moment when he first set foot on the Moon, wearing the iconic Apollo spacesuit complete with mission patches and life-support equipment. A must-have for space enthusiasts and collectors, this finely detailed figure commemorates one of humanity’s greatest achievements. Display it proudly as a tribute to Armstrong’s legacy and the pioneering spirit of space exploration.