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1/48 Hasegawa F6F-5P conversion

by Dan DeSilva on November 16, 2012 · in Aviation — 8 Comments

I wanted to do a Hellcat in these markings ever since I saw the photo in a Hellcat reference, the Model Graphics book on the Hellcat. When I found out that Superscale put decals out for one of these VF-84 aircraft, I went ahead with it. I [...]

Lindberg 1/200 Snap Fit Space Shuttle..

by Jim Watts on November 15, 2012 · in Aviation — 4 Comments

Yes another Lindberg, a kit that took a bit of work, as it's got the boosters moulded to the external tank, but a bit of sawing, filling, refining and scratch-building and she came close enough for me. I know the digital image is wrong the [...]

My 1/32 Republic F-105D Thunderchief – “Alice’s Joy”

by Adam Dormer on November 15, 2012 · in Aviation — 4 Comments

I submit for your consideration my Trumpeter (mostly) 1/32 Republic F-105D Thunderchief. "Alice's Joy" was Col. Jack Broughton's ride when he was the Vice Wingie at the 355 TFW at Tahkli, Thailand circa 1967. Having read all of [...]

Monogram (Revell Germany) 1/48 He-111H-22

by Dan DeSilva on November 15, 2012 · in Aviation — 11 Comments

Here is my 1/48 Revll Germany He-111H-22. I got it second hand from a good internet model friend in England. I had not really considered doing a doodlebug carrier, until I found out what this kit included. When I saw an aeromaster sheet [...]

Gene Simmons – Polar Light Figure

by Marko Rouvinen on November 15, 2012 · in Figures — 2 Comments

My Gene Simmons figure from Polar Lights, not the best kit but it looks like The Demon. Enjoy Kiss is my all-time favorite band; www.kissarmysweden.net, yes I am a big fan.

1/48 Tamiya P-47D

by Rick Wilkes on November 14, 2012 · in Aviation — 5 Comments

This is my latest completion, and second Tamiya Thunderbolt. I didn't achieve the transparent look on the grey that I was aiming for, but it will have to do..lol The only issues I have with the kit are the oversized hub on the Hamilton [...]

Japanese 4×4 Light Vehicle Type 95 Kurogane

by Marko Rouvinen on November 14, 2012 · in Armor — 8 Comments

Tamiya 1:48 Kurogane The model is a typical Tamiya, just to build. It is missing some details, but there are certainly photoets to detail with if you want.

Airfix 1/72 Bird Dog

by Jim Watts on November 14, 2012 · in Aviation — 6 Comments

The Airfix Bird dog in the scheme of a NZ owned aircraft ZK-NAM. I replaced the ill fitting cokpit roof clear parts, and removed the horrible ejector pin marks on the tail and wings, but left everything pretty much as in the box. Used [...]

Do you like Shermans?

by Stevie Gibson on November 14, 2012 · in Armor — 4 Comments

I do. I used to hate them. I thought they were very ugly and brutish. I do love T-34s and thought they look very sleek and streamlined. Upon building my first sherman, I fell in love with them too and am in the process of building approx [...]

Nieuport Ni-17 1/48 – Eduard

by DAVIDE PONTICELLI on November 13, 2012 · in Aviation — 4 Comments

This is a Ni-17, N.1887, Stg. Edward Hinkle, Esc. N124 Lafayette, Western front, Spring 1917 This Nieuport has enjoyed a career in service relatively long flight into the U.S. in the French Air Force. Joined the Lafayette Squadron in [...]