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The Germans used the Ju 88C-6 as a Tag Zerstorer (Day Destroyer) in the Eastern Front. The fake bomber windows were painted to lure enemy fighters into head on attacks. The effectiveness as well of the fate of the depicted 4. Staffel/KG [...]
Probably, the most mass produced aircraft in a characteristic camouflage scheme.
One of the best kits ever produced.
This is a well know kit with all its well know vices. The only thing I did to improve the fit of the interior was to do a bit of sanding around the wheel wells. I then glued the fuselage together and then glued the interior to the top of [...]
The old ESCI/ERTL Phantoms do have some nice qualities about them, nicely scribed surface details and a correct shape however the cockpit is a comparative disaster with poor fitting panels, decals for instruments (which aren't even [...]
This is the first issue of the Eduard D.VII, released in 2005. I purchased this kit when it was first released and waited 19 years to build it, what a mistake that was. It’s a fantastic kit. I should’ve built it a long time ago. [...]
Not much to say except I love these little Tamiya 1/48 scale Tamiya armor kits, although the tracks were confusing on this one, other than that I built her in 12 hours. This is a fun camo pattern to do.
Had this kit in the stash for a long time (yes, this is the old one), waiting for the courage to build it. Horror stories preventing me to...
Well, it's not an easy kit but it's doable.
Finding a photo of the real one (see attached) was [...]
At first glance, the Junkers F.13 shown here appears to be completely unspectacular in the standard Junkers factory colours of black and silver: an appearance that in no way suggests the intricate political and economic background against [...]
Many things are to be considered when determining if something is 'good.' Quality of the product, ease of use, support base from the manufacturer, and fulfillment of enjoyment. The Wingsy 1/48th scale Mitsubishi Ki-51 is certainly a good [...]