WW2 Spitfire ‘Merlin’ Engine

Photo above shows a camshaft part fitted to a Merlin engine.

Cam prior to cleaning and polishing.

Close-up of cam prior to cleaning and polishing.

Cam degreased & polished prior to electroplating.

Close-up of cam degreased & polished prior to electroplating.

Completed cam in 22 carat gold plate.

Close-up of completed cam in 22 carat gold plate.