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Models have been along periodically since childhood.
In its brief operational role, the small fighter made a lasting impression thanks to its revolutionary design.
Of the four models presented here, one is Tamiya's and the rest are Dragon kits. Both are very good kits. Yet, I had to replace [...]
A little gem from Dragon.
A long time ago I acquired a two-model deal. The first model (Eduard's Mirage) quickly found its way to the display shelf. I used the Polish swordfish scheme decal of the Mig model on an Eduard model and the model found it way to the shelf [...]
Two models by Meng and Zvezda. The latter has the rear fuel tanks installed. Both models are complex to build yet, the results are well worth the effort. Meng's model is better engineered and has workable tracks although the natural sag of [...]
This is a very well designed model. The building experience is much like Wingnut Wings models. The surface areas are crisp with good fabric rendition. Instructions are detailed, but not confusing. You may want to go back and forth through [...]
These are 3 models representing the tank in the French army service.
It is my favorite Tamiya armor model.
It has superb engineering, plenty of details and workable tracks. Most importantly, it looks realistic when completed.
Two models of 3 makes. The one is Trumpeter and Hobbycraft kit bashed. The second is the more recent Airfix kit. The Airfix kit is superior to the other kits. However, the wing fold mechanism is basic In all, both kits look cool when [...]
During the 1967 and 1973 wars the Israeli Defense Force obtained sufficient numbers of T-54 and T-55s to equip several battalions. Ample spares were available from the tanks that could not be restored to operational condition. Many of [...]
The combination of the giant AT-T mover and a large radar dish make an imposing and realistic looking model. The building process is straight forward. I was tempted to paint the model with the attractive 3 tones Russian camouflage scheme. [...]
After 20 years since it appeared, Roden's excellent Felixstowe hold its ground. The early and late F.2A are depicted here. I used AIMS decals for the red ship. Rigging is elaborate, but thanks to stiff coper wires from coated cables, the [...]
