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Models have been along periodically since childhood.
Over the years, I built close to 1000 models.
I want to share my excitement from this great hobby with the images presented here.

1/35 PzKpfw Nb.Fz Panzerkampfwagen Neubaufahrzeug

Tha German Panzerkampfwagen Neubaufahrzeug (new construction vehicle) was used mainly for propaganda purposes back in 1935. Of the five tanks produced, three arrived to Norway in 1940 to support the ground forces. Only one made it to the [...]

1/48th Focke wulf 190D-9

The counterpart of the British Tempest not only in performance, but also with a resolute stance which is well retained in the 1/48th model. Yet, maximum effect is achieved if the radiator flaps are in the open position. I present here four [...]

Trumpeter 1/35 Bruckenleger IV

Although it looks like another innovative project the German bridge laying tank was far from new and also proved un successful. By the time of its inception the Allies had similar tanks in service. During initial trials it failed to meet [...]

1/48 Heinkel He-162A Volksjaeger

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 [...]

Dragon 1/35 Sd.Kfz.10/4 & 5

A little gem from Dragon.

Rescue from the shelf of Doom: Academy's Mig 21

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 [...]

1/35 T-90A

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 [...]

Copper State Models 1/32 Caudron G.III

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 [...]

Tamiya 1/35 Char B1 Bis

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.

1/48 Hawker Sea Fury

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 [...]