2 August, 2012

• We have Preview images and information of UMM-USA's new cutter and airbrush guide. Five images are included. John should have these available at the IPMS USA Nationals in Florida too.

...and for all of those travelling to the IPMS USA Nationals, have fun... wish I was there too!

1 August, 2012

• Alan Price presents two images of his Azur 1/72 scale Sud Aviation Vautour IIN in the Gallery.

• Ken Bowes reviews three new ejection seats in 1/48 scale from PJ Productions. Six images are included.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews the new e-book, "German Seaplane Fighters of WWI" by Jack Herris. Three sample images from the book are included.

• We have 14 preview images and information on Sword's four newest releases - two seat Harriers and P-40K / Kittyhawk Mk.IIIs

31 July, 2012

• John Shum presents his 1/48 scale Academy "What If" Malaysian F-15C Eagle in the Gallery.

• Doug Nelson reviews Aerotech's 1/32 scale Supermarine Spitfire prototype K5054 full multimedia kit. Images of the resin, photo-etched and vacform parts, plus the decals and box top, are included.

• And while we're on the subject, Mark Davies examines 3D Kits 1/72 scale Spitfire Mk.IXc/e conversion. Four images of the kit's plastic parts and the instructions are included.

• The Hobby Company Limited has sent images of the forthcoming 1/72 scale Italeri Short Sunderland, including sprue shots and the photo-etched parts. A Preview page has been posted.

30 July, 2012

If you have sent email to the usual HyperScale address of editor@hyperscale.com in the last few days, it might not have been delivered as someone is spoofing this address for Spam email. While we try to identify the source of the problem, would you please use the email address btgreen@optusnet.com.au instead.

• Mark Davies reviews Grunthwaite Miniatures' 1/72 scale RN Officers in Oilskins, FAA Pilots, RAF Airmen & NCO Pilot (All Early War). Images of the figure sets, both painted and unpainted, are included.

• We have Preview information on Valiant Wings next book in their new Airframe Album series, "The Heinkel He 219 ‘Uhu’ - A Detailed Guide Of The Luftwaffe’s Ultimate Nightfighter". An image of the cover is included.

• On Missing-Lynx, Cookie Sewell brings us three new reviews:

  • Dragon's 1/35 scale 3.7 cm Flak 43 Flakpanzer IV “Ostwind” - Smart Kit

  • Dragon's 1/35 Scale Pz.Kpfw. 38(t) Ausf. S mit Fuel Drum Trailer - Smart Kit

  • cyber-hobby.com's 1/35 scale Sd.Kfz. 181 Pz.Kpfw. VI Ausf. E Otto Carius Tiger I Mid-Production Battle of Malonovka - Dragon Zimmerit

• Alpine Miniatures has three new releases that are available nowy:

• 35142 German Motorcycle Driver (1/35) - MSRP $18.00 USD

• 35143 German Motorcycle Trooper (1/35) - MSRP $18.00 USD

• 35144 German Motorcycle Set 2 figures (1/35) - MSRP $34.00 USD

For more info and images, check out Alpine's website.

• MMiR #57 has just been released. You can see the cover and a list of contents right now on Ampersand Publishing'a website. Alllied-Axis No. 28 is also available now. Once again, details are available on the website.

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target"

27 July, 2012

• Tonight I review Eduard's all-new 1/72 scale Messerschmitt Bf 110 E, including observations about building the model. 39 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, decals, box top and of the model under construction are included.

26 July, 2012

• On Testor's ScaleWorkshop, Frank Cuden has a description and three images of his Italeri 1/48 scale A-24B Banshee..

• Rodger Kelly reviews Skunkmodels Workshop's 1/48 scale US Navy NC-2A Mobile Electric Power Plant. Ten images of the kit's plastic parts, box top, marking plan and decals are included.

• Phil Parsons examines S.B.S. Model's 1/48 scale MiG-19 PM correct nose for Trumpeter kit. Images of the resin parts, the packaging and instructions are included.

24 July, 2012

• I have five photos and a description of my latest model in the Gallery - Monogram's 1:48 scale Heinkel He 111 backdated to a Battle of Britain H-1.

• I also review Xuntong Model's 1/48 scale Tupolev Tu-2T, including 34 images of the kit's plastic parts, marking options, decal sheet and box top.

• Kirk Olsen returns with Tamiya's 1/48 scale Kawanishi N1K1 Kyofu (Rex) in an waterborne scene.

23 July, 2012

• Kirk Olsen presents Tamiya's 1/48 scale J2M Raiden overlaid on a factory background in the Gallery.

• James Fahey reviews Pheon Models' decals for the Pfalz D.XII in 1/32 & 1/48 scales. Images of the decal sheets and instructions are included.

• On Missing-Lynx, we have six new reviews from Cookie Sewell:

  • Trumpeter's 1/35 scale Soviet SU-152 Late

  • Dragon's brand new 1/35 scale Sd.Kfz. 3a Maultier Half-Track - Smart Kit

  • Trumpeter's 1/35 scale Russian T-62 BDD Model 1984 (Mod. 1972 Modification)

  • Dragon's 1/72 scale Sd.Kfz. 260 Kleine Panzerfunkwagen

  • Dragon's 1/35 scale figure set, British Expeditionary Force France 1940

  • Dragon's revised 1/35 scale Sd.Kfz. 184 Elefant Kursk 1943 - Premium Edition

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

20 July, 2012

We have received details of the forthcoming Memorial Service from Dr Charles Metz's from Molly Metz and Becky Metz Mavon:

"Thank you so much for your kind emails, thoughtful texts, heartfelt cards, beautiful flowers, touching posts, warm hugs, loving thoughts and so much more. We appreciate knowing how our dad touched your lives -- we feel your love and know that this loss is not ours alone. It is clear that, even to the last minute, dad lived with grace and dignity and love in his heart.

Please help us remember, celebrate and honor Charles Metz and his life well lived:

Memorial Service
Monday, August 27th at 11:00 a.m.
Rockefeller Chapel at the University of Chicago
Reception to follow."

Here is a link to a Eulogy to Charlie that appeared this week in the Chicago Tribune.

19 July, 2012

• Roland Sachsenhofer presents 12 images and a description of his Hasegawa 1/72 scale Ki-49 Donryu “Helen" in the Gallery.

• Mark Davies reviews Eduard's 1/72 scale F6F-5N Night Fighter ProfiPACK. Eleven images of the box top and new parts are included.

• Brad Fallen examines Bombshell Decals' new 1/48 scale A-26 Invader markings, "A-26 Invader Invading Esquire Girls Parts I, II & III". Images of the covers and the decal sheets are included.

• On the occasion of Swann-Morton's 80th Anniversary, Joe Brown from ADH Publishing has written up a brief history of the company from its origins to the products of today. The link will open a 1 MB PDF file.

18 July, 2012

• Timothy Holwick presents eight images Hasegawa's 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 F-4/Trop in the Gallery.

• Mark Davies reviews Brengun's all-new 1/72 scale Bachem Ba 349 A Natter, including a comparison with the Heller kit and 20 images.

• Rodger Kelly examines a selection of new self-adhesive camouflage masks from J's Work. Images of some of the 1/72 and 1/48 scale F-16 schemes and the masks themselves are included.

• Jay from MasterCasters has sent images and information about three new releases - wheel and exhaust sets for 1/48 scale Spiteful and Bf 509; and 1/72 scale Ju 88 wheels.

17 July, 2012

• Tonight I review Meng's 1/72 scale Mansyu Ki-98, including 12 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals and box top.

• Maurizio Di Terlizzi presents a new Feature Article on his 1/48 scale Monogram UH-1C helicopter. Eleven images of the model are included.

• Mark Davies examines Radial Engines & Wheels 72's 1/72 scale Pratt & Whitney R1340 Wasp (Geared). Three images of the resin engine and the packaging are included.

• The Airfix Group Build Forum continues to thrive. Check out some of the inspiring builds of old and new kits.

16 July, 2012

• Maurizio Di Terlizzi has sent Preview information and images about a new 1/32 scale Fiat G.59 conversion from Tail Boom. Maurizio has included reference photos and images of the model under construction and completed.

• On Missing-Lynx,I review Meng's all-new 1:35 scale Merkava Mk.3D Early. 38 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals and box top are included.

• I also review Spencer Pollard's "Workbench Miniatures" Modern Skip Set. Five images of the resin parts, the packaging and two skips built by Spencer are included.

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target"

13 July, 2012

• Francesco Del Greco presents a new construction article on his Academy 1/48 scale P-38E Lightning with 88 images of the model, both complete and under construction.

• Mark Davies reviews Eduard's BRASSIN 1/72 scale R-2800-10 Engine for Eduard's F6F Hellcat. Images of the resin and photo-etched part plus the packaging are included

• Brad Fallen examines RB Productions' 1/48 scae Romanian Messerschmitt Bf 109 E Part 1. These are also available in 1/72 and 1/32 scales.

• Meng Models has launched a brand new website. Their Facebook and Twitter pages are also now available for joining:
  https://www.facebook.com/pages/MENG/195290177250981 and https://twitter.com/mengmodel

12 July, 2012

• Doug Esson presents a new Feature Article on Eduard's 1/48 scale Fokker Dr.I, including 21 images.

• Phil Parsons reviews AERO Line's 1/48 scale Warsaw Pact Pilot, including five images of the resin parts and packaging.

• We have seen some outstanding work on HyperScale's Plastic Pics Forum lately. Check it out!

11 July, 2012

• Dieter Wiegmann presents 29 images of his build of the first test shot of Revell's forthcoming 1/32 scale Heinkel He 219. This model should be available in shops around September.

• Kirk Olsen brings us three images of his 1/72 scae Dornier Do 217 N-2 conversion based on the Italeri kit.

• Mark Davies reviews Red Roo Models' 1/72 scale Boomerang Enhancement Set for the Special Hobby Kit. Five images of the resin parts are included.

• Rob Baumgartner examines Windsock Datafile 152 - Albatros D.V/D.Va at War Volume 2 by Colin Owers, including an image of the cover.

9 July, 2012

• Mark Davies reviews Red Roo Models' 1/72 scale Aerosmith Aviation Services Dart-Stang full kit. Images of the plastic and resin parts, plu the box top are included.

• On Missing-Lynx, Marcus Nicholls has wasted no time building Tamiya's forthcoming 1:35 scale Elefant. Four images of his model have been posted to the Gallery. This model will be featured in Issues 202 and 203 of Tamiya Model Magazine International.

• I also review Tamiya's 1:35 scale German Heavy Tank Destroyer Elefant and the optional self-adhesive zimmerit set. 33 images of the kit parts are included.

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

6 July, 2012

• Scott L. Gruszynski presents eight images and a description of his Dragon 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 110 D-3 in the Gallery.

• Phil Parsons examines Eduard's 1/48 scale "MiG-21MF/BIS in Indian Service". 31 images of the kit parts, the two colourful deca sheets, the marking schemes and box top are included.

• David Veres reviews a new book entitled "CANADAIR Scoopers (Les Bombardiers d’eau)". An image of the cover is included.

5 July, 2012

• I am terribly sad to report that Dr. Charles Metz passed away today. Charlie was a regular visitor and an essential participant in HyperScale's Forums from almost day one. He was erudite and enthusiastic, with a broad range of interests and an encyclopaedic library. Charlie brought the disciplines and talent from his lifetime career in academia to this hobby, much to the benefit of many HyperScale visitors over the years. He was generous, lightning fast and reliable with any requests for information. I will treasure my memories of this true gentleman, and I wish to convey my deepest sympathy to Dr. Metz's family and many friends. Charlie, the world was a better place wherever you trod, and your footsteps will linger long after you have moved on. You will be sorely missed.

4 July, 2012

• Gordon Zammit presents nine images of his three 1/72 scale Academy and Special Hobby Hawker Typhoon and Tempest kits in the Gallery.

• Pedro Chiappe's latest artwork is entitled "Emil in Belgrade".

• Brad Fallen reviews RES-IM's 1/48 scale Radio Equipment for Messerschmitt Bf 109 G. Images of the parts, including photos of the conversion test-fitted to the Hasegawa and Revell-Monogram kits, are included.

• Squadron has sent Preview images and information on their new 1/32 scale A-4M Skyhawk cockpit for Trumpeter's kit.

3 July, 2012

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Eduard's 1/72 scale Nieuport Ni.23 Weekend Edition, including images of the kit's plastic parts, decas, marking scheme and box top.

• Brad Fallen examines Euro Decals' 1/72 and 1/48 scale "Messerschmitt Emil Part One". Images of the decal sheets, the cover and the instructions are included.

• Freightdog Models has sent Preview images and information on their two latest releases - a 1/72 scale weapons set for the Airfix A-4B/P Skyhawk; and an updated 1/48 scale decal sheet - "Brits Abroad part 1". Images of both releases are provided on the Preview page.

2 July, 2012

• Phil Reeder presents eleven images of his Airfix 1/48 scale Westland Lynx HAS.3 conversion in the Gallery.

• Mark Davies reviews Sword's new 1/72 scale Reggiane Re.2002, including 20 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals, camouflage schemes and box top.

• Ken Bowes examines Fairy Hobby's 1/48 scale Chinese PLA Pilot 1960’s-70’s and 1/72 scale Modern Russian Pilot figures. Five images of the resin figures are included.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Windsock Worldwide Vol.28, No.2 - March/April 2012, including an image of the cover.

29 June, 2012

• David Wilson conducts a Q & A with Wingnut Wings' Richard Alexander in a new Feature Article. Richard has also provided 15 images of early test shot builds.

• Mick Evans reviews Eduard's 1/48 scale Limited Edition Sukhoi Su-27UB Flanker, including 21 images of the kit's plastic parts, resin and photo-etch, decals and box top.

• Brad Fallen examines the initial batch of decals from Fundekals, including markings for a Spitfire, a P40N Warhawk, P-51D Mustangs and stencils. Images of the covers and decal sheets are included.

28 June, 2012

• On Missing-Lynx, Steve Zaloga has a new article on OKB Grigorov's 1/72 scale Obiekt 279 Heavy Tank. Three images of the model, under construction, completed and in a composite scene, are included.

• I review Kinetic's new 1/35 scale Self-Propelled Howitzer M109A2. Twelve images of the kit parts, decals and box top are included.

• I also have 46 images of armour models and a description of my recent trip to the recent 2012 Melbourne Model Expo.

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target"

27 June, 2012

I lost a day across the International Date Line, but I am back!

• Tim Holwick presents a description and 15 photos of his 1/48 scale Academy MiG-21PF.

• Mark Davies reviews Platz's 1/72 scale Lockheed T-33 “US Bicentennnial 1976”, including 14 images of the kit's parts, decals and box top.

• Mick EvansOn Missing-Lynx, examines two new updates from Masetro Models: a 1/48 scale SAAB 37 Viggen Ram Air Turbine (RAT) and a 1/48 scale SAAB JA37 Viggen Engine and Tail Section. Images of the resin parts are included.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Luftwaffe Im Focus No. 19, including images of the front and rear covers.

• I have archived the March to May 2012 "What's New" entries. You can find the link to all the archived "What's New" pages at the bottom of this page.

25 June, 2012

I had a great time at the Squadron EagleQuest XXI show at the Embassy Suites Hotel near Dallas Fort Worth Airport over the last few days. Thanks to Mike McMahon, the team from Squadron, and to the EagleQuest comittee for their welcome and hosplitality. I will be posting a report on the show plus a Gallery of photos upon my return.

• Mark Davies reviews Sword's 1/72 scale Mitsubishi J2M5/6 Raiden Type 33/31 including 24 images of the kit's plastic and resin parts, marking options and decals, and box top.

• Rodger Kelly examines Ad Hoc Publications' "Barracuda - From the Cockpit No.16" by Robert McCandless. Images of the covers and sample pages are included.

21 June, 2012

• Brad Fallen reviews Eduard's 1/48 scale Focke-Wuf Fw 190 A-7, including images of the kit's box top, plastic and photo-etched parts, decals and marking options.

• Pedro Chiappe presents artwork of 611 Squadron RAF crew and a Spitfire Mk.IX in the Gallery.

• Rodger Kelly examines Afterburner Decals' 1/48 scale Super Hornet Upgrade Set. Images of the cover, the decals and the instructions are included.

20 June, 2012

I have arrived in Texas ahead of Squadron EagleQuest XXI from Thursday 21 June to Saturday 23 June at the Embassy Suites DFW Airport Outdoor World Hotel. While I am there I will be presenting a few sessions, including a HyperScale Q&A. More information is offered on the registration form, available by following this link. I'll look forward to catching up with old friends and meeting new modellers.

• Alan Price present two images of his 1/72 scale AZ Models MiG-17 in the Gallery.

• Mark Davies reviews Azur-FRROM's 1/72 scale "Spanish Vildebeest", including images of the kit's plastic resin and photo-etched parts; decals, colour schemes and box top.

• Rob Baumgartner examines MMP Books' "North American A-36A Apache", including images of the cover and three sample spreads.

• Rodger Kelly reviews Afterburner Decals' 1/48 scale F-15 C/D Eagle 65th Aggressor Squadron. Images of the cover, the instructions and the two decal sheets are included.

19 June, 2012

• Mark Davies reviews Sword's 1/72 scale Supermarine Seafire Mks.III, XV & XVII kits, including 29 images of the kits' plastic and resin parts, decals,marking guides and box tops,

• Brad Fallen examines Squadron Signal Publications' P/F-80 Shooting Star in Action. Images of the cover plus six sample pages are included.

• Burl Burlinghame advises that the second issue of Pacific Modeleer is available for free download at the iTunes Book store. This issue is mostly concerned with Pearl Harbor Vals.

18 June, 2012

• Ted Taylor has a new article describing his Revell 1/25 scale International Lonestar 6x4 tractor unit on his HobbyVista Ted's Modelworks website. 29 images are included.

• Rob Baumgartner examines Taurus Model's 1/48 scale Le Rhone 9J, Mercedes D.I and Oberursel Ur.II engines. 18 images of the boxes, resin and photo-etched parts are incuded; plus some photos of completed models.

14 June, 2012

• Hi all. I haven't forgotten about you - just been laid up with the flu for the last couple of days. Regular programming will recommence shortly!

11 June, 2012

• Marcus Nicholls presents five images of his just-completed Tamiya 1/48 scale Il-2 Shturmovik in the Gallery.

• Brad Fallen reviews A.Z. Models' 1/48 scale Heinkel He 70 “Blitz” over Spain, including 23 images of the kit parts, decals, box top and marking options.

8 June, 2012

• Yufei Mao has advised that Fairy Models' 1/48 scale Su-27 Flanker Family Vacform Canopies as reviewed on HyperScale in April are now available for order again via email to haneto0801@hotmail.com

7 June, 2012

I am just back in Sydney after a 30+ hour return trip from Canada. I would like to express my sincere appreciation to everyone from IPMS Edmonton for their fantastic hospitality at the 17th Western Canadian Regional Model Contest and during the rest of my stay. You'll be reading more about this in the coming days and weeks.

• The Australian Model Expo will be held this coming long-weekend, 9 - 11 June 2012, at the Sandown Entertainment Centre, Springvale Road, Sandown, VIC. Full details of the competition, public entry times and traders that will be in attendance can be found by following this link.

• Brad Fallen reviews Eduard's 1/48 scale Brassin Messerschmitt Bf 110 E/F/G Wheels. Images of the resin parts plus comparison photos with the kit parts are included.

• We have Preview information and images of five new releases from Barracuda Studios, all available for order now. These are resin variations on 1/32 scale P-51 Mustang wheels and tyres.

5 June, 2012

• Alan Price presents two images of his 1/72 scale Zvezda Junkers Ju 88 A-4 in the Gallery.

• Rodger Kelly reviews Xtradecals' 1/48 scale "Yanks with Roundels Part 1 - Martlet/Wildcat, Hellcat, Avenger, Corsair", including images of the cover, decal sheet and instructions.

• Rodger also examines Wheelliant's 1/32 scale F-16CG/CJ Fighting Falcon Weighted Wheels (Good Year Production). Images of the resin parts and the instructions are included.

4 June, 2012

It looks like the cutover to the new server is complete, so it will be back to regular updates:

• Rodger Kelly reviews Wheelliant's 1/32 scale F-16I Sufa Weighted Wheels (Michelin Production). Images of the resin parts and the instructions are included.

3 June, 2012

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2 June, 2012

• HyperScale, Missing-Lynx and all of their associated websites are about to move to a new server. All content has already been copied to the new server, and we will be transferring the domain names in the coming days. For the period of the transfer - anywhere from a couple of days to the end of the week - I will not be posting new updates in order to keep the content the same on both the new and old servers. Please note that this move should not result in any change to functionality to either the main site or the Forums.

1 June, 2012

• Jon Bryon presents a new Feature Article on building Classic Airframes' 1/48 scale Avro Anson C.1 in Royal Navy markings. 24 photos accompany Jon's detailed text.

• Ken Bowes reviews Iliad Design's 1/48 scale decals, "Milestone Phantoms". Images of the cover, the decal sheet and the instructions are included.

• Mark Davies has made some revisions to the text of yesterday's review of four new 1/72 scale Spitfire Mk.VII and Mk.VIII kits from A.Z. Models.

• And for our Canadian (and north-western US) visitors, don't forget that the 17th Annual Western Canadian Regional Model Contest will be held tomorrow. I'll be looking forward to seeing some of HyperScale's visitors there.

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