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Moson Model Show 2014 – Part 4 (1/48 and 1/32 Props)

Here's even more examples of the wonderful modeling on display at the Moson Model Show. This section shows a selection of propeller-era aircraft in 1/48 and 1/32 scales. To be continued...

Moson Model Show 2014 – Part 3 (1/48 and 1/32 Biplanes)

Our coverage of the Moson Model Show continues with a collection of biplane aircraft in 1/48 and 1/32 scales. Make sure to check all the other parts of the series.

Moson Model Show 2014 – Part 2 (1/72 scale aircraft contd.)

More photos of 1/72 and smaller scale aircraft on display at the 2104 Moson Model Show. Watch this space for more coverage from the show today.

Moson Model Show 2014 – Part 1 (1/72 and 1/144 scale aircraft)

Reporting live from the 2014 Moson Model Show which opened this morning. Here is the overview of 1/72 and 1/144 aircraft models on display at the event. Watch this space for many more photos from the show.

iModeler March Awards

Throughout Europe, this time of the year is full of anticipation and excitement with many spring modeling shows competing for attention and an airshow season about to commence soon. I'm writing these words on a plane towards Moson Model [...]

How-to: Weathering With Pin Washes, Streaking and Fading

(link) Here's a useful 12-minute video tutorial on applying Pin Washes for Panel Lines, Streaking and Fading. [by Genessis Models via Youtube]

Mojo restoration – Tamiya 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf 109E-3

It's time to call this one ready. The Bf 109E is my first completed kit in almost three years, a period when my modeling had been falling victim to other commitments in life. Although I'm the one who started iModeler, little did I know [...]

iModeler February Awards

Without further delay, here is the roundup of iModeler's February submissions. There were a total of 75 articles added during the month, which prompted no less than 980 readers' comments. As usual, we're awarding the iModeler Best in Show [...]

The Unforgettable Airfix Box art by Roy Cross (video)

(link) Something for Valentine Day - a selection of pictures from a book that will transport you to those glory days...

Model of the Year 2014 – 12 Plastic Kits that Define the Shape of the Hobby Industry

Held every February in Nuremberg, Germany, Spielwarenmesse is the world’s leading fair for the toy and hobby industry with about 2,800 exhibitors from 60 nations. One of the highlights in the hobby section of the show is the announcement [...]