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21 August, 2019

Barracuda Studios has a whopping twelve new products across 1/72, 1/48., 1/32 and 1/24 scales, of which we will Preview six today. These include a Sea Fury Engine Front and Spinner set, Ta 152 and Hawker Hunter wheels, and a stunning pair of 1/24 scale WWII RAF armourer figures. You can find all the details and photos on the Preview page. These are all available from Barracuda Studios' website right now.
Jon Bryon presents a big new Feature Article on his Great Wall Hobby 1/48 scale T-33A Shooting Star. 42 images, including progress photos, are included.
Tonight I review three Aerocraft Models' 1/48 scale upgrade sets for the new Airfix Hunter - Flaps, Ailerons & Speed Brakes; Four Corrected Wing Pylons and Brass Undercarriage. Images of the resin and brass parts are included.

20 August, 2019

Tonight I Preview the forthcoming Eduard 1/48 scale P-51D-5 Mustang early filletless version, which is due out in October. Images of the new filletless fuselage, box art and the six marking options are included. We'll have more about this kit upon its release.
I have re-posted Graham Carter's review of Valiant Wings' Gloster / A.W. Meteor book. Eight images are included.
In the Gallery, Roland Sachsenhofer builds a second Pilot Replica 1/48 scale Saab J29 Tunnan, this time as Yellow F. 18 images and a description are included.
The 48ers is offering a 10% discount over the next 3 days (till Thursday midnight 22 August 2019 GMT) across the entire store by simply using the discount code AUD10OFF before checking out.

19 August, 2019

On Missing-Lynx, I review Tamiya's 1/35 scale Archipelago-spec Japan Ground Self Defense Force Light Armoured Vehicle. 18 images of the plastic, die-cast metal, foil, decals, multi-media hardware and box top are included.

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

16 August, 2019

Tonight I review Model Monkey's 1/32 scale Bristol Beaufighter Dihedral Tailplanes (late). Four images are included.
Roland Sachsenhofer presents a new article on his Hasegawa 1/48 scale Hurricane Mk.II in unique King Cup finish. 19 images are included.

15 August, 2019

David Couche reviews Eduard's 1/48 scale BRASSIN B43-0 Nuclear Weapon w/ SC43-3/-6 Tail Assembly. 12 images of the resin and photo-etched parts, decals, instructions and packaging are included.
Tonight I examine Hi-Decal Line's 1/48 and 1/72 scale T-33A decals. Images of the instructions and the decal sheet are included.
Roland Sachsenhofer presents a new article on his Hobby Boss 1/72 scale Sukhoi Su-47 Berkut. 13 images are included.
Valiant Wings Publishing has announced that their next new title, Airframe Detail No 7 - The Henschel Hs 123 - A Detailed Guide is now available to pre-order for just £13.95 from their website.
Eduard has advised that their Limited Edition 1/48 scale P-51D Chatanoog Choo-Choo kit has now sold out. You still might find one via shops or online retailers though. Eduard will be releasing the next version of their 1/48 scale P-51D Mustang, this time a D-5 with and without the fin fillet, in October. Stay tuned for more on this kit.

14 August, 2019

Tonight I review the high end Infinity Two in One airbrush from Harder & Steenbeck. 14 images plus a test spray with the 0.15mm and 0.4 mm nozzles / needles are included.

13 August, 2019

Tonight I review Harder & Steenbeck's Evolution Silverline Solo airbrush. Nine images plus a test-spray are included.
Valiant Wings Publishing announces that the reprinted Airframe & Miniature No 10 – The de Havilland Mosquito Pt 2 (Fighter, fighter-bomber and night fighter) is due in early September. For a limited period they are offering both Mosquito Parts 1 and 2 as a special bundle to anyone ordering direct from their website - £34.90 for both books plus P&P, saving £3.00 overall.

12 August, 2019

In the Gallery, Hans Peter Tschanz presents his ICM 1/32 scale Bucker Bu 131 Jungmann. 19 images are included.
On Missing-Lynx, I review Tamiya's latest ICM rebox, the 1/35 scale German Armoured Railway Vehicle P204(f) with Tamiya figures and accessories. 17 images of the ICM and Tamiya parts, decals and box top are included.
Luke Pitt examines Pen & Sword Books "Tank Destroyer Achilles and M10" by Dennis Oliver. Images of the front and rear covers plus five sample spreads are included.

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

9 August 2019

Revell's new 1/32 scale Messerschmitt Me 262 A-1/A-2 single seater has just arrived. In tonight's Squadron ScaleWorkshop I unbox and offer my first impressions of this new kit. What a week!

In the Gallery, Tolga Ulgur presents 35 images and a description of his Hasegawa 1/32 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-10 "White 43".
Graham Carter reviews Azur-FRROM's 1/72 scale Belgian Roundels Up To 1940 decals. An image of the decal sheet is included.
And while we're speaking of Belgium, I incorrectly attributed the nationality of Daco in this week's F-104G video. Daco is, of course, based in Belgium. My apologies to Danny for the error.

8 August, 2019

Tonight I present a detailed written review on the brand new Tamiya 1/48 scale Lockheed P-38F/G Lightning. 40 images of the kit's plastic and multimedia parts, masks, decals and future box top are included. Please note that this is a pre-production test shot and the colour of the plastic is likely to be different.
At the IPMS USA Nationals, Radu Brinzan has spotted Wingnut Wings' newest announcement - a 1/32 scle Fokker Dr.I. We'll have more information on this in the coming days. Wingnut Wings will also be relesing a 1/32 scale HP O/100 along with their O/400. Good times!

7 August, 2019

In this golden week for aircraft model releases, Kinetic's all-new 1/48 scale F-104G Luftwaffe Starfighter has also arrived at HyperScale's office. In tonight's video, I unbox and offer my first impressions about the kit. The model is available for purchase right now from Lucky Model at just USD$39.99 plus shipping.

Graham Carter reviews Blackbird Models' 1/72 scale Argentine Avros. Images of the decals, the instructions and a mode finished in one of the schemes is included.
The 48ers has added three new product lines: ANYZ from Germany, Rafalik from Czech Republic as well as Temp models from Russian Federation totalling 4,000 modern aircraft accessories and aftermarket products in stock!

6 August, 2019

Continuing coverage of our remarkable run of new releases, tonight I present my detailed text and image review of the brand new Eduard 1/48 scale P-51D-5 Chattanooga Cho Choo. 40 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, photo-etched fret, decals and box top are included.
More information has come to light about my suggestion that the new Tamiya 1/48 scale P-38F/G can be built as a P-38H straight from the box. In short, it cannot! It turns out that there are a number of subtle differences between the P-38G and H:
- The internal rear canopy bracing was not a feature on the H. The rear canopy was a completely clear unit.
- The turbocharger intake on the side of the boom just under the wing trailing edge on each outboard side; the H model intake was identical to the later J & L version’s longer and pointier rear end
- A different instrument panel would have to be used for the H as there were differences from the F panel in the kit.

Thanks to Tom Cleaver and John Clements for this information.

5 August, 2019

A test shot of Tamiya's all-new 1/48 scale P-38F/G Lightning has just arrived! In tonight's Squadron ScaleWorkshop I unbox and offer my first impressions about the kit.

On Missing-Lynx, Andrew Judson reviews Haynes Publishing's new "Samurai Warrior Operations Manual". Images of the front and rear covers plus five sample spreads are included.
Blast Models has annouced four new releases available now from Blast Models' website:
- BL35359K ROAD WORK SAFETY EQUIPMENTS - 2 TYPES w/ DECALS
- BL35360K HYDRAULIC CONNECTORS 60 PCS VARIOUS SIZE/TYPE
- BL35362K HOME PLASTIC CASES
- BL35367K ALUMINIUM CASES - 11 PCS

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2 August, 2019

Eduard's brand new 1/48 scale "Chatanooga Choo-Choo" Limited Edition P-51D-5 Mustang has just landed on my doorstep. In tonight's Squadron ScaleWorkshop I unbox and offer my first impressions about the kit. As a bonus, I also explore the sprues from the forthcoming early D-5 kit without the tail fillet, due for release in October.

Roland Sachsenhofer presents a new article on his Pilot Replica 1/48 scale Saab J29 Tunnan. 16 images, including progress photos, accompany Roland's text.
Tonght I review Eduard's BRASSIN 1/72 scale B-25 wheels. I have included photos of the resin wheels, the instructions, packaging and the Airfix kit wheels for comparison.
Graham Carter examines the newest Philedition book, Fighter Leaders Volume VII RAF, RAAF, RCAF, RNZAF & SAAF in WWII. Images of the front and rear cover plus five sample spreads are included.
Valiant Wings Publishing has announced some reprint news. Airframe & Miniature No 10 - The de Havilland Mosquito Pt 2 (Fighter & Fighter-Bomber Versions) will be back in early September. This is now available to pre-order from their website
We have just received some news from Wingnut Wings: "We are very pleased to announce that our next new release will be a new version of our very popular Hannover Cl.II (which sold out in January 2016). 32079 Hannover Cl.II (Early) is now available for pre-order with shipping from September-October 2019. Pre-order deposit payment in full with 100% refund available upon request up to 23 September 2019 (NZ time). 32079 Hannover Cl.II (Early) should also be available from your regular preferred Wingnut Wings supplier."

1 August, 2019

In the Gallery, Tolga Ulgur presents 37 images and a description of his ProModeler 1/48 scale A-26B Invader.
David Couche reviews Detailing Scale Model Aircraft (2nd Edition). Images of the cover and 10 sample pages are included.
Graham Carter examines Blackbird Models' 1/72 scale Supermarine Seafire Part One. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.
I have made a few corrections to the review of Red Roo Models' 1/72 scale RAAF Ventura conversion. This conversion is also available in 1/48 scale.
Albatros Productions has announced that Windsock Datafile 83 - Gotha G.I has been reprinted just in time for the release of the Wingnut WIngs kit. This book is available now for just £8.95 plus postage.

31 July, 2019

Graham Carter examines Blackbird Models' 1/72 scale Operation Torch Part 3. Images of the cover and the decal sheet are included.
Valiant Wings Publishing has announced that Airframe Extra No 10 - The Battle of Midway is now on press and will be delivered ton Monday 5 August.

30 July, 2019

Tonight I review Revell's 1/72 scale Douglas C-54D Thunderbirds Platinum Edition. 22 images of the plastic parts, the four photo-eched frets (three in colour), decals and box top are included.
Graham Carter examines Blackbird Models' 1/72 scale "RAF 1945-1950 Part 1" decal set. Images of the decal sheet and the instructions are included.
Remi Schackmann presents a new article on his Special Hobby 1/72 scale Casa 212 "Tail Art". 40 images of the model under construction and completed are included.

29 July, 2019

James Hatch reviews Wingnut Wings' amazing 1/32 scale Gotha G.1. 73 photos of the kit parts, decals, instructions, box top and more are included.
In the Gallery, Antoine Huyghe preents six images and a description of his 1/48 scale Airfix Curtiss H-81-A2 from the P-40B kit.
On Missing-Lynx, Brett Green reviews Bronco's 1/35 scale Canadian Cruiser Tank Ram Mk.II Early Production. 30 images of the plastic, photo-etched and soft copper parts, decals and box top are included.

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

26 July, 2019

Jim Bates reviews Reed Oak's 1/72 scle 3D printed Mosquito Pilot. Even if this is not your scale or subject, take a look at this stunning figure. It is hard to believe that it really is 1/72 scale.
Graham Carter examines the new book, "Mirage 2000 Under The Skin". An image of the cover plus four sample spreads are included.
By now most of you will know that Tamiya's big announcement is a brand new 1/48 scale P-38F/G Lightning. In fact, the P-38H is externally identical to the P-38G so the kit is even more versatile than the title suggests. You can see more information about the kit on the Tamiya USA website. I am hoping that we will have a kit to show you in the next week or two.
In more new release news, Lucky Model has the brand new 1/48 scale F-104G Starfighter in stock and ready to ship. The price is a very reasonabvle USD$39.99 plus shipping. We're hoping to see this one on the desk at HyperScale soon too. Good times!
Sprue Brothers is celebrating their 15th anniversary with various promotions the entire month of July! This week's special is: Additional 15% Off All Eduard items (model kits, PE, paint masks, Brassin, BigSin, BigEd and Look - Over 7,000 different in stock items to chose from!)

25 July, 2019

Jon Bryon treats us to a big new Feature Artice covering his Kitty Hawk 1/48 scale Lockheed F-94C Starfire. 41 images are included with plenty of progress shots.
Tonight I review Euro Decals' 1/32 scale McDonnell Douglas F-15C Oregon ANG Special. This ambitious decal set includes no fewer than four decak sheets, three of which are large A4 sized. Six images of the decals, the instructions and the cover are included.
David Couche examines CMK's 1/32 scale IAR-80 wheels and 1/72 scale Harrier GR.Mk.7A control surfaces. Images of the resin parts and the instructions are included.
'Time Takes Its Toll' is fantastic new book (358 pages!) featuring the aircraft at the Pima Air and Space Museum in Arizona, USA is now available to download from our digital provider, pocketmags.com. It's just £19.99 and is packed with masses of fabulous colour photos showing numerous aircraft types as they slowly oxidise in the desert environment. Download now using PayPal: https://pocketmags.com/modellers-reference-library-magazine

24 July, 2019

Graham Carter reviews Eduard's 1/72 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-8. 23 images of the kit's plastic and colour photo-etched parts, decals and box top.
Hans Peter Tschanz presents nine images of his Trumpeter 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 109 F-4 in Swiss markings in the Gallery.
The 48ers announces that all AirDOC Decals, AOAdecals as well as Wingman Models products are available now for pre-order with a 15% discount until July 28th 23:59:00 GMT.
Doolittle Publishing has a great subscription offer for all its plastic magazine titles. Take out a new subscription or renew an existing one (print only) to Tamiya Model Magazine, Model Airplane International, Model Military International or Military Illustrated Modeller for two years (24 months) and receive £28 worth of some rather clever, bendy modellers' masking tape that you can form curves with! Too good to miss! Renew online or call now! +44(0)1525 222573: GMT UK office hours.

23 July, 2019

I have posted five images and a description of my newly completed Revell 1/32 scale Messerschmitt Me 262 B-1a/U1 night fighter.
Graham Carter reviews Azur FRROM's 1/72 scale Dassault Super Mystère B.2 ‘Early’. Eleven mages of the plastic parts, decals and box top are included.
Tonight I examine Red Roo Decals' 1/48 scale Avro Ansons 71 Squadron RAAF and 1 Air Observer's School Mid WWII. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decals are included.
Stay tuned for a big announcement from Tamiya later in the week!

22 July, 2019

In the Gallery, Pedro Rocha presents six images and a description of his Hasegawa 1/48 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-5 finished using Exito Decals.
On Missing-Lynx, Luke Pitt reviews Nuts & Bolts Vol. 42 - Einheitsdiesel l.gl.Lkw., off.mit Einheitsfahrgestel full l,Lkw The standard 6 x6 cross – country lorry of the Wehrmacht by Holger Erdman. An image of the cover plus eight sample spreads are included.

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

19 July, 2019

Jack Mathews presents a very handy article for all biplane builders - "A Simple and Versatile Biplane Assembly Fixture". Nine images of building the jig support the descriptive text.
David Couche reviews Start-Verlag's 1/48 scale "Spezial-Decals “Mit Der Kamera an der Front” Als Kriegsberichter bei der I.(J)/LG 2 und dem JG 77". Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.
Spencer Pollard has let us know that there are just 25 copies of his limited-run magazine, "Cold War Modeller No. 3" . There'se also a handful of "How To Build…Tamiya’s F-14A/D Tomcat" still available too.

18 July, 2019

50 years ago, Apollo 11 was on its way to the moon. Tom Conte presents his tribute with three model builds of the Apollo 11 astronauts' earlier rides in 1/72 scale.

Dead Design has sent Preview information and images of their latest resin accessories, vacform canopies and masks in 1/72 and 1/48 scales. More than 100 images are included.

17 July, 2019

Stefano Marchetto presents his up-detailed Special Hobby 1/48 scale Douglas D-558-1 Skystreak, including a scratch-built engine on display. Seven images are included.
David Couche reviews Brengun's 1/72 scale Lockheed C-130E/H Engine Set. Eight images of the set's resin parts, packaging, instructions and a comparison with the kit parts are included.
Tonight I examine Iliad Design's 1/48 scale Cessna L-19/O-1 Bird Dog decal set. Images of the decals, the instructions and the cover are included.

16 July, 2019

Tonight I review Eduard's 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-4 Weekend Edition. 22 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals, marking schemes and box top are included.
David Couche examines Brengun's 1/32 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 D-9 Interior Set. Four images of the photo-etched parts, packaging and instructions are included.
In the Gallery, John Martincevic presents 14 images and a description of his Dragon 1/48 scale Junkers Ju 188 E Racher.

15 July, 2019

Peter Chiang has made a video of the National Airfix Aeronautical Model Engineering Competition 2019, which was held at the Singapore Air Force Museum from 20 – 22 June 2019.
Jorge Moreya reviews AZ Models' new 1/72 scale Fiat CR. 32 bis Hungarian Service kit, including images of this kit and comprison shots of the old Supermodel kit.
We have been advised that UMM-USA has stock of the Kazan Models 1/48 scale F-14 Wing Box Set as reviewed last month on HyperScale.
On Missing-Lynx, Cookie Sewell presents three new reviews:

ICM's 1/35 scale "Stalin & Co" figure set

Miniart's 1/35 scale Oil and Petrol Cans 1930s-1940s

MiniArt's 1/35 scale Soviet Ammo Boxes with Shells

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

12 July, 2019

Tonight I review the new Revell 1/32 scale Bucker Bu 131 D Jungmann including 15 images of the plastic parts, decals and box art are included.
David Couche examines Master Models' 1/72, 1/48 and 1/32 scale gun barrels and pitot tubes for A-1 Skyraider kits. Seven images of the brass parts, instructions and packaging are included.
Furball Aero Design has sent Preview information on fiive new, updated and re-released decal sets.

11 July, 2019

Andrew Garcia presents a big new article on his Modelsvit 1/48 scale Curtiss XP-55 Ascender.
David Couche reviews Aerocraft's 1/48 scale Spitfire Mk.I and Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-6 lost wax brass undercarriage sets for the Tamiya kits. Five images of the brass parts are included.
I examine Exito's 1/48 scale decal set, "Luftwaffe Ground Attackers" Vol. 1. Images of the cover, the decal sheet and the frameable artwork are included.

10 July, 2019

John Miller reviews Eduard's 1/72 scale Fockker D.VII (OAW) ProfiPACK. 23 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, decals, marking guide, box top and five reference photos are included.
In the Gallery, Fabrice Fanton presents 31 images and a description of his largely scratch built improvement on the Hawk / Testor 1/48 scale Laird Solution.
Barracuda Studios has sent Preview images and information on their RAF Groundcrew Assembling 3" Rocket in 1/24 scale.

9 July, 2019

David Couche reviews Eduard's BRASSIN 1/48 scale Bf 109 G-6/U4 engine for Tamiya. 22 images of the resin nd photo-etched parts, instructions and box top are included.
Tonight I examine Xtradecal's 1/72 scale de Havilland Dominie/Rapide in Civilian Service. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.
In the Gallery, Pat Donahue presents 12 images of his Eduard 1/72 scale Grumman F6F-3 Hellcat.

8 July, 2019

Tonight I review Xtradecal's 1/48 scale RAF Tornado GR.4 Retirement Scheme decal sheet. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are incuded.
On Missing-Lynx, Al Bowie reviews Bronco's 1/35 scale British Army ATV Quad Bike and Trailer with Soldiers. 22 images of the plastic parts, including the figures, vinyl tyres, photo-etched fret and bax top are included.
Andrew Judson examines Meng's big brand new 1/35 scale Russian Air Defense Weapon System 96K6 PANTSIR-S1. 30 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, decals and box top are included.
Andrew also reviews Meng's 1/35 scale replacement resin wheels for their PANTSIR-S1 kit. Images of the packaging and the resin wheels are included.

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

5 July, 2019

Tonight I review ICM's new 1/48 scale Dornier Do 217 N-1 Night Fighter. 23 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals and box top are included.
David Couche examines Red Roo Models' 1/72 scale RAAF Lockheed Ventura Conversion Set. 18 images of the resin parts, decals, instructions, marking guide and box top are included.
In the Gallery, Tolga Ulgur presents 40 images and a descrription of his Tamiya 1/32 scale North American P-51D-10 Mustang, "Old Crow".

4 July, 2019

Roland Sachsenhofer presents a new article on his RS Models 1/48 scale Fokker D XXIII. 15 images are included.
David Couche reviews Eduard's BRASSIN 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-6 Radio Compartment for the new Tamiya kit. 15 images of the resin, photo-etched parts and instructions are included.
Tonight I examine Xtradecal's 1/72 scale de Havilland Dominie/Rapide in Military Service. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.

3 July, 2019

The big beautiful Airfix 1/24 scale Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat has landed at Hannants - in stock and available to order now!
David Couche reviews Special Hobby's 1/48 scale Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Vc "Overseas Jockeys”. 30 images of the plastic, resin and photo-etched parts, decals, marking guide and instructions are included.
I examine Xtradecal's 1/72 scale RAF Tornado GR.4 / GR.4A Special & Retirement Schemes, including images of the decal sheet, cover and instructions.
Valiant Wings Publishing has announced that Airframe & Miniature No 13 - The Supermarine Spitfire Pt 2 (Griffon-powered) is now on press. Pre-ordered copies should be mailed out on Monday July 8th, and the book may be ordered from the Valiant Wings website.

2 July, 2019

Jennings Heilig presents a new Reference Feature: F4U Corsair Ammunition Containers - A Conundrum Explained. Eight reference photos, five illustrations and detailed text is included.
On Missing-Lynx, Al Bowie reviews Ryefield Model's 1/35 scale M4A3E8 Sherman “Easy Eight”. 23 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, decals and box top are included.

1 July, 2019

On Missing-Lynx, I present seven images and a description of my Tasca / Asuka 1:35 scale Sherman III with Resicast's Deep Wading conversion.

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

28 June, 2019

Ken Szeto presents a new Feature Article on his Nakajima Ki-84 Hayate with Cat Pilot. 13 images are included.
Tonight I examine Xtradecal's 1/48 scale de Havilland Tiger Moth Pt.3 - Overseas Operators. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decals are included.
David Couche examines Valiant Wings Publishing's "North Africa Campaign", Airframe and Miniature No.9. Images of the cover and eight sample pages are included.
Sprue Brothers is celebrating its 15th Anniversary, and they have posted a video of their past and present operations.

27 June, 2019

Tolga Ulgur presents 28 images and a description of his Hasegawa 1/32 scale Curtiss P-40K Warhawk in the Gallery.
I review Euro Decals' 1/72 scale Panavia Tornado GR.4/4A decals, including images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet.
We have been advised that UMM-USA has stock of the Kazan Models F-14 Spine Detail Set as reviewed earlier this year on HyperScale.

26 June, 2019

David Couche reviews the brand new Airfix 1/48 scale Supermarine Spitfire FR Mk.XIV, including 19 images of the kit's parts, decals, marking schemes and box top.
I examine Xtradecal's 1/48 scale de Havilland Tiger Moth Pt. 2, Civil Schemes. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.

25 June, 2019

Jon Bryon presents a big new Feature Article on building and foiling the "classic" Monogram 1/48 scale F-80C Shooting Star. 40 images, including plenty of progress photos, are included.
David Couche examines Exito Decals' 1/48 scale Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk Vb / VIII / IXe “Sexy Spitfires”. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.

24 June, 2019

Tonight I review Xtradecal's 1/72 scale HS Buccaneer S.2 Collection Pt.2. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.
We have Preview images and information on Aerocraft Models' 1/48 scale Triebflugel brass undercsrriage set.
On Missing-Lynx, I review the brand new Ryefield Models 1/35 scale Volkswagen Type 82E (labelled German Staff Car Type 82E on the box presumably for trademark reasons). 15 images of the kit's plastic, photo-etched and vinyl parts, decals and box top are included.

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

21 June, 2019

John Miller presents a new Feature Article on Czech Models' 1/48 scale Ryan FR Fireball. 20 images accompany John's detailed text.
Tonight I review Kazan Model Dynamics' 1/48 scale F-14A/B/D Wing Box Set. Eight images of the resin and photo-etched parts, instructions and box top are included.
I also examine Xtradecal's 1/48 scale de Havilland Tiger Moth Pt. 1, FAA, RAAF, RNZAF & SAAF. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.
The 48ers announce that ANYZ as well as OzMods products are now available for Pre-Order @ 15% discount while the Fightertown Decals, ResKit as well as WandD Studio products are on 10% discount until June 26. Check out their website for more details.
Also, the latest publications from EagleAviation is now available. The Under The Skin series of books is designed for modellers and aviation enthusiasts and provide a wealth of detail regarding the plane on focus.

20 June, 2019

David Couche reviews Special Hobby's 1/72 scale Dassault Mirage F.1C/C-200 ‘Armee de l’Air’. 26 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals, marking guide, instructions, box art and two reference photos are included.
In the Gallery, Tolga Ulgur presents his Hasegawa's 1/32 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-9 conversion. 40 images are included.
We have Preview images and information on Hi-Decal Line's forthcoming 1/72 and 1/48 scale T-33A Shooting Star decals.
Valiant Wings Publishing has notified us that their tenth title in the Airframe Extra series covering The Battle Of Midway. Publication is scheduled for release in late July. Images and more details, plus pre-order information, are available on Valiant Wings' website.

19 June, 2019

Tonight I review Kinetic's 1/48 scale F-16XL-2 two-seater experimental fighter. Eleven images of the kit's new plastic parts, marking guide, decals and box top are included.
...and while we are talkng about experimental fighters, Roland Sachsenhofer presents a new article on his Hasegawa 1/72 scale Grumman X-29A. 14 images accompany Roland's text, including a number of construction shots.
David Couche examines Werner's Wings' 1/48 scale UH-1D/Hs in Vietnam and Beyond decals. Eight images of the cover, the instructions and the decals are included.
Horizon Models is holding their annual sale. They are packaging up their most popular kits with great prices and free international postage until the end of June. Check Horizon Models' website for more details.

18 June, 2019

Tonight I review Eduard's 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-10 WNF / Diana ProfiPACK. Images of the new plastic and photo-etched parts, decals and box top are included.
David Couche examines Iliad Design's two 1/48 scale decals sets - MiG-19 / Shenyang J-6 and MiG-21F-13. Images of the decal sheets, covers and instructions for both sets are included.
Liveries Unlimited has sent us Preview information and 23 images for their forthcoming Boeing 737 & Il-28ZA Beagle decals.
GWH has also sent decal artwork for their forthcoming 1/72 scale F-14D Tomcat. I gave added this to the Preview page.

I have archived the What's New entries from January to May 2019. These may be found, along with all the other What's New archive pages dating back to 2008, at the bottom of this page. Earlier entries may be found in the Indexes.

17 June, 2019

In the Gallery, Rod Bettencourt presents nine images and a description of his Dragon 1/32 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-3.
I examine Hi-Decal Line's 1/48 scale Il-28 RT / U Beagle / Mascot decals. Images of the instructions and the decal sheet are included.
On Missing-Lynx, Graham Carter reviews Hauler's 1/72 scale Haubitze M. 17(t). Three images of the completed model are included.
I was lucky enough to be visiting Puckapunyal Tank Museum on the way back home to Sydney last Monday when an M113 APC and MRV were being moved around. Tonight's Squadron ScaleWorkshop video follows the vehicles on the move in the yard at Pukka.

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

14 June, 2019

Today's Squadron ScaleWorkshop video takes a look at military models in competition at the Australian Model Expo last weekend. View full screen to get the full benefit of the high definition images.
In the Gallery, Paul Sched presents four images and a description of his Academy 1/72 scale Boeing KB-29P Tanker.
David Couche reviews two Brengun 1/48 scale Luftwaffe Antenna Sets including reference photos, images of the photo-etched parts and the instructions.
Tonight I examine Hi-Decal Line's 1/48 scale Il-28 Beagle decals. Images of the instructions and the decal sheet are included.

13 June, 2019

I'm back from the Australian Model Expo in Melbourne, and in today's Squadron ScaleWorkshop video we take a look at aircraft models in competition. This is a selection from a total of greater than 840 models on the tables - another big show!
We have some photos of test shot sprues from Wingnut Wings' forthcoming 1/32 scale Handley Page O/400 abd Lancaster kits taken at the Australian Model Expo last weekend.
Tonight I review Xtradecal's 1/72 scale HS Buccaneer S.2 Collection Pt.1. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.

10 June, 2019

I've been at the Australian Model Expo this weekend and will be taking a few days to get back to Sydney. I'll be back with regular updates from Thursday with news and photos from the show.

7 June, 2019

Tonight I review Eduard's PROFIPACK new tool 1/48 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-8. 23 images of the kit parts, photo-etch, decals, marking schemes and box top are included.
Tim Nelson presents a big new Feature Article on his AB Model 1/72 scale Farman F.62 Goliath Civil Version. 28 images are included.
David Couche examines Valiant Wings Publishing "The Messerschmitt Bf 109 Late Serie", Airframe and Miniature No.11 by Richard A. Franks. Images of the cover plus a bunch of sample pages are included.
After almost seven years, the next edition of Spencer Pollard's limited-run magazine, "Cold War Modeller No. 3" is finally set to return. We have Preview information and nine sample spreads from the new issue.

6 June, 2019

The 48ers announces that for the next 7 days, the following product lines are all at 10% off: Amigo Models / Advanced Modelling, Furball Aero Design as well as Montex. Check out their website for more details.

5 June, 2019

David Couche reviews Brengun's 1:72 scale Rutan Quickie, including 15 images of the kit parts.
I'm heading down to Melbourne for the 2019 Model Expo this weekend at Sandown Park Exhibition Centre. I'll look forward to catching up with local HyperScale visitors there.

4 June, 2019

Tonight I present five images and a description of my Eduard 1/48 scale Hawker Tempest Mk.V Series 2 in the Gallery.
David Couche reviews Sword's 1/72 scale U-125A JASDF Air Rescue kit. 19 images of the plastic parts, decals, instructions, marking guide and box top are included.
Luke Pitt examines Eduard's BRASSIN 1/48 scale 60lb Rockets for the Tempest. Three images are included.

3 June, 2019