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Models have been along periodically since childhood.
Although not Eduard's finest model, it is still the best model in the market. Quite a few areas require filling the seams and re-scribing the fine panel lines. Nonetheless, the model is well detailed and captures the characteristic Hawker [...]
A gem from Kinetic. The kit has good fit of parts and fine details that in turn, invite a delicate weathering practice.
THE tank. Dragon's Tiger I production variants with Zimmerit application.
The new tool Airfix Vulcan is superior in every respect (unfortunately, also for the price) to the original issue dated back in 1983. The build is straight forward. However, the massive model size poses challenges along the build. Your [...]
Tamiya's F-35A is a complex and delightful build. Engineering is good like you may expect from Tamiya. The fit of parts is tight and you may need to exert pressure on some joints to avoid the application of putty.
The model was purchased [...]
A short lived version of the Voodoo. The parts do not quite fit together. But, overall it looks like a Voodoo.
Tamiya's counterpart is superior with respect to details, fit of parts and surface texture. Yet, Revell's economic option looks equally good when completed.
I chose the olive drab overall finish to represent Lou IV and leave out any blue [...]
My candidate for the best looking tank model ever.
Models of originally single seat fighters/bombers converted to tandem seats may have more appeal. The A-10 follows the path. Hobbyboss' N/AW A-10A is a good model. The optional extended flaps and air brakes add much to the dynamics of the [...]
