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29 February, 2012

Larry Davis has sent an image of his 1/32 scale HobbyBoss F-84E Thunderjet converted to an F-84G.
Mark Davies reviews OzMods' new 1/144 scale F-86D Sabre Dog, including images of the plastic parts, box top, instructions and decals.
Asao Shirai has made a couple of videos on making your own vacform canopies. The YouTube videos are entirely in Japanese, but you should still pick up some hints and tips. The first video may be viewed by following this link, and here is the second.

28 February, 2012

Jean Marc Berthe has sent artwork of a P-26 Peashooter for the Gallery.
Pablo Herrera presents seven images of his 1/48 scale Airfix Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-3 in the Gallery.
Mark Davies reviews Maestro Models' 1/72 scale photo-etched SAAB J21A & R Detail Sets. Images of the frets and instructions plus several reference photos are included.
Squadron has sent information and an image of their new True Details 1/48 scale PV-1 Ventura propeller assembly.

27 February, 2012

Prolific aviation author Larry Davis has sent two images of his 1/32 scale Kinetic F-86F Sabre in South African markings for the Gallery.
Cookie Sewell examines Revell's 1/110 scale “Everything is Go!”, Atlas Booster with Mercury Capsule, due for re-release during 2012.
We are continuing to see some great models from HyperScale's visitors on the Plastic Pics Forum. Check 'em out, and post some of your own!

24 February, 2012

Mark Davies reviews Eduard's new 1/72 scale F6F-3 Hellcat "Weekend Edition", and airs his thoughts on relative value compared to the other Hellcats in this scale.
Rob Marsh presents his 1/48 scale Tamiya F4U-1D Corsair in a scene entitled "Out to Pasture". Three images are included.
Rodger Kelly examines Lifelike Decals' 1/48 scale "Nakajima Ki-44 Shoki Part 3". Images of the cover, instructions and the two decal sheets are included.
Burl Burlingame tells us that IPMS Hawaii has revived its newsletter, Pacific Modeleer, and is making it available to all in a modern format. The latest issue is available in iBook format, free from the Apple iBook store. Just search there for "Pacific Modeleer." Apparently it performs really well on iPads, not so well in other formats, but it's a toehold. They hope to publish 10 times a year, all free via iBook downloads.

23 February, 2012

Phil Parsons reviews Eduard's Brassin 1/48 scale MiG-29 Exhaust Nozzles and Early Seat. Images of the resin parts plus a comparison with the Academy nozzle is included.
Mike Williams presents three images of his 1/48 scale HobbyBoss F3H-2 Demon in the Gallery.
Mark Davies examines Balkan Models' 1/72 scale decals, "Balkan Hueys". Images of the cover, the instructions and the decals are included.

22 February, 2012

I have posted four images and a description of my 1/32 scale Hasegawa Messerschmitt Me 163 to the Gallery.
Mark Davies examines Hussar Productions' colourful 1/72 scale B-24 Assembly Ship decals, including eight images of the cover, instructions, decal sheet and masking sheet.
Mick Evans reviews eleven new E-Resin update sets for Revell's 1/32 scale Mirage IIIE. Images of all the resin parts are included.

21 February, 2012

Paul Coudeyrette presents 15 images of his upgraded 1/32 scale Revell Dassault Mirage IIIE in the Gallery.
Mark Davies reviews Hussar's 1/72 scale B-24 Liberator and Lancaster resin tyre sets. Images of both sets of tyres plus a reference photo are included.
Rob Baumgartner examines SAM Publications' Aviation Guide #3, "The I.A.R. 80 & I.A.R.81" by Radu Brinzan. Images of the cover and two sample spreads are included.
Pete Mossong has updated the Lockheed Ventura pages of his HobbyVista reference website "Royal New Zealand Pacific WWII" with new content including the new Xtradecals sheet, Malcolm Laird's re-released Ventura sheets, and a quicky review of the new Revell kit.

20 February, 2012

Steve Zaloga makes a welcome visit to aircraft modelling with his 1/72 scale Revell Junkers Ju 88 A-4 in an illustration titled "Ju 88 A-4 Over Sicily".
Brad Fallen reviews Trumpeter's 1/32 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-4, including 38 images of the kit parts, decas, colour schemes and box top.
On Missing-Lynx, I review Tamiya's 1/35 scale British BSA M20 Motorcycle with Military Police Set, including eight images of the kit parts, decals and box art.
Kirk Olsen's latest submission is four composite images of his 1/35 scale Dragon E-100 in the Gallery.
Cookie Sewell examines Zvezda's new 1/35 scale T-90 Russian Main Battle Tank, including images of the box art and a completed kit.

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

17 February, 2012

I finished Eduard's new 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-1 yesterday afternoon. I have uploaded a description and ten images of the model, including three photos of the completed kit.

16 February, 2012

Tonight I present five images and a description of my new Revell 1/72 scale Handley Page Halifax B.Mk.II Series 1. This model will feature in Issues 11 and 13 of Military Illustrated Modeller magazine.
While we are on the subject, we have five Preview images and information about Freightdog Models 1/72 scale Halifax improvement parts.
Mark Davies reviews AML's 1/72 scale Spitfire Mk.I "A" Pattern Camouflage Masks, including images of the cover, instructions and the masks themselves.
In breaking news, we have just received a Press Release revealing that Revell Germany has been acquired by the US hobby conglomerate, Hobbico, Inc. You may see the Press Release in its entirety by following this link.

15 February, 2012

Louis Chang presents eight images of Hasegawa's 1/48 scale P-38G Lightning in the Gallery.
Mark Davies reviews Balkan Models' 1/144 scale decals, "Yugoslav AF Roundels, Flags & Numbers". Images of the cover, instructions and the decal sheet are included.
We have Preview images and information from Sword on four new 1/72 scale Seafire kits, due for release at the end of this month.

14 February, 2012

On Plastic Pics, I have posted some photos and a description of progress so far on Eduard's 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-1 kit.
Roy Sutherland has sent images and information on the latest 1/32 scale BarracudaCast accessories for Tamiya's P-51D Mustang. Images of all the resin and multimedia parts are included. These are all available now from Barracuda Studios. Great for that last-minite Valentine's Day present!
Louis Chang presents nine images of his 1/48 scale Tamiya Mitsubishi G4M1 Betty in the Gallery.
Brad Fallen reviews Kagero Monographs 47 – Messerschmitt Me 262 Schwalbe Vol.II, including images of the cover and eight sample pages.
Mick Evans examines Maestro Models' 1/48 scale J29 Tunnan Photo-Etched Detail Set for the AZ Model Kit. Images of the resin parts and the packaging are included.

13 February, 2012

Bill Schurr presents six images of his 1/32 scale Tamiya P-51D Mustang in the Gallery.
Glen Porter reviews U-Boot Im Focus Edition No. 7 from Start Verlag. An image of he magazine's cover is included.
Mick Evans examines Maestro Models' 1/48 scale RB28 AIM-4D Falcon for SAAB J35F/J Draken. Images of the resin parts and the packaging are included.
On Missing-Lynx, Steve Zaloga brings us an article and five images of his new 1/35 scale Bronco M24 Chaffee "Early Production, US Army".
Brett Green reviews Inside the Armour's 1/35 scale Covenanter Mk.I/II/IV, including images of the kit's resin and turned metal parts.
Tim Bumb's latest artwork is a British Valentine tank.
Cookie Sewell examines Trumpeter's new 1/35 scale Russian BTR-60PB APC. Images of the cover art and colour schemes 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"

10 February, 2012

Today I review Eduard's brand new 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-1, including 35 photos of the kit's plastic parts, colour and nickel-plated photo-etch, decals, marking schemes and box top.

9 February, 2012

Alan Price has sent two images of his 1/72 scale Valom Bristol Brigand for the Gallery.
Phil Parsons reviews Trumpeter's 1/72 scale Chinese J-20 Mighty Dragon. Images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, plus the box art and decals are included.
Mick Evans examines Maestro Models' 1/48 scale SAAB J37 Viggen RAT Ram Air Turbine. Images of the resin parts and the packaging are included.
Shesto has sent Preview information and an image of their new Modelcraft vices.

8 February, 2012

Yrjo Knuuttila presents a short Feature on his colourful 1/48 scale Revell-Monogram B-24D Liberator Assembly Ship. Nine images are included.
Jim Rotramel reviews the debut decals from Furball Aero Design – "Screamn' Demons", F3H-2/F3H-2M Part 1 in 1/48 scale. Images of the decal sheets, cover and instructions are inclued.
Mick Evans examines Maestro Models' 1/48 scale resin F-18 Hornet Seamless Air Intakes. Images of the four resin parts and the packaging are included.

7 February, 2012

Andy Brown presents seven images and a description of his 1/48 scale Tamiya P-51D Mustang finished in Guatemalan markings.
Mark Davies examines Maestro Models' 1/72 scale SAAB JAS 39C/D Gripen Conversion. Images of the resin pars and the packaging are included.
Rodger Kelly examines Lifelike Decals 1/48 scale "Nakajima Ki-44 Shoki Part One ". Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.
The new 1/144 scale Forum is proving to be very popular. Check out the latest entries, and don't forget to post photos of your 1/144 scale projects, either complete or in-progress.

6 February, 2012

On Missing-Lynx, I review Kinetic's brand new 1/35 scale M-ATV, including 32 detail images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, decals and box top.
Andy Brown presents nine images and a description of his 1/48 scale Tamiya P-51D Mustang finished in Haitian markings.
Rodger Kelly examines Lifelike Decals 1/48 scale "Nakajima Ki-44 Shoki Part Two ". Images of the cover, the instructions and all three decal sheets are included.
I have added more information to the Alley Cat Vampire Preview page. This concerns the future releases of Vampire Mk.1 and T.11, and export variants.
Kirk Olsen's latest composite image is an M26 Pershing and an Sd.Kfz. 7 in the Gallery.
Cookie Sewell reviews cyber-hobby.com's 1/35 scale Pz.Kpfw. III (3.7 cm) Ausf. F “Operation Seeloewe” -Smart Kit. An image of the box top is included.
Alpine Miniatures has three new releases that wil be available for shipping from Monday:
- 35133 SS Panzer Crew Kursk #1 (1/35) - MSRP $18.00 USD
- 35134 SS Panzer Crew Kursk #2 (1/35) - MSRP $18.00 USD
- 35135 SS Panzer Crew Kursk Set 2 figures (1/35) - MSRP $34.00 USD
For more info and images, you can visit Alpine's website.

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

3 February, 2012

Thomas Muggli presents five images of his second Italeri 1/72 scale F-5E Tiger II in Swiss colours.
Rodger Kelly reviews newcomer Düsenjäger's first kit, a 1/48 scale NC-1A APU-Tug Late Version. Images of the kit's resin and multimedia parts, the instructions and an assembled model are included.
Floyd Werner reviews Life Like Decals' 1/32 scale "P-51 Mustang Part 2". Images of the four decal sheets, cover and instructions are included.

2 February, 2012

Rodger Kelly reviews Life Like Decals' 1/32 scale "P-51 Mustang Part 1". Images of the four decal sheets, cover and instructions are included.
We have updated information and images of the new 1/48 scale de Havilland Vampire family from Alley Cat. In addition to the FB.5, Alley Cat now offers a Mk.3 and an FB.9. Five boxings are available now from A2Zee Models' website.

1 February, 2012

I am pleased to announce HyperScale's brand new 1/144 scale Group Build and Picture Posting Forum, sponsored by Minicraft. Not surprisingly, the subject of this Group Build is 1/144 Scale Kits. Let's see your construction photos as you build your 1/144 Scale kits from all eras, and of any subject, military or civil. We'll look forward to seeing photos of models that you have already built too. You can find the new Forum to the left in the Forum Sidebar (if you don't see the link there, try hitting the "Refresh" button on your browser), or by following this link.
I also spent a bit of time yesterday cleaning up the HTML on a few other Forums, fixing anomalies like incorrect meta tag titles and making the 1/72 scale Group Build Forum window open with the sidebar like all the other Forums.

31 January, 2012

Mark Davies presents a big new Construction Feature on his Hasegawa 1/72 scale Grumman Tarpon II (Avenger). 13 images are included.
Rodger Kelly reviews Brengun's 1/48 scale P25 USN Carrier Deck Fire Engine Upgrade for Skunk Models' kit. Images of the fret and the instructions are included.
Freightdog Models has sent information on some re-issued Pegasus decal sheets in 1/72 and 1/48 scale to commemorate Pegasus 30th Anniversary. An image of the current release is included.

27 January, 2012

Rodger Kelly reviews S.B.S. Models' 1/48 scale A6M2 and A6M3 cockpit sets for Hasegawa's kits. Images of the resin, photo-etched and acetate parts plus the instructions are included.
Hannants has sent Preview images of the instructions and decal sheet from the next Xtradecal release in 1/72 scale for the Revell Halifax.
Following a spate of Spam postings on HyperScale's Ship Chat and Car Chat Forums, and unanimous support for taking positive action, I have introduced a login requirement for those Forums. This should end these annoying postings. If you already have a Network 54 login with HyperScale Group Membership (i.e., you can already post to Plane Talking), this login will work in the other HyperScale Forums too. If you are logged in on Plane Talking, you will stay logged in for the other Forums too.

26 January, 2012

In the Gallery, Maumejean Jluc brings us six images of his 1/32 scale Zoukei-Mura's J7W1 Shinden.
Rodger Kelly reviews two new 1/48 scale F-14A/D Tomcat photo-etched update sets from A.M.U.R. Reaver. 24 images of the parts and instructions are included.
Cookie Sewell examines Revell's re-issued 1/48 scale Apollo Lunar Spacecraft Buzz Aldrin Rocket Hero Edition. An image of the cover is included.

24 January, 2012

Rodger Kelly examines Mushroom Model Publications' new book, "Victory Air Displays" by Pavel Kloucek and Bohumil Kudlicka. Images of the front and back covers are included.
Cookie Sewell reviews Revell's re-issued 1/48 scale Mercury / Gemini capsule set. An image of the cover is included.
MPM has sent images and information on the latest Special Hobby and Azur releases plus forthcoming plans that include a 1/48 scale Firefly family. 16 images of box art are included.

23 January, 2012

Rob Baumgartner reviews Wingnut Wings' 1/32 scale Rumpler C.IV Early Version, including 33 images of the kit parts, decals and boxtop, plus several photos of Rob's test-fitting of the cockpit and engine parts.
Ivan Aceituno brings us a new article on his 1/48 scale HobbyBoss F-105G Thunderchief. 31 images, including progress photos, are included.
AIMS has sent images and information about forthcoming releases including a 1/32 scale Ju 188 conversion and decals for Korean War USAF and SAAF Mustangs, also in 1/32 scale.
On Missing-Lynx, Kirk Olsen's latest composite image features a Dragon 1/35 scale Tiger II and Brummbar in an urban setting.
Cookie Sewell reviews two new releases from Dragon:

Dragon 1/72 scale Pz.Kpfw. III Ausf. L Late Production

Dragon 1/72 scale Pz.Kpfw. III Ausf. N DAK

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

20 January, 2012

Tonight I review Revell's all-new 1/72 scale Junkers Ju 88 A-4, including 26 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals and (slightly crushed) box.
Rodger Kelly examines Kagero's new book in their SMI Library series, North American P-51D/K Mustang and Cavalier F-51D Conversion. 14 images of the cover, sample pages and the decal sheet (with markings supplied in 1/72, 1/48 and 1/32 scales) are included.

18 January, 2012

On Testor's ScaleWorkshop, Artur Domanski presents 22 images of his 1/24 scale Airfix Mosquito FB.VI, painted using Model Master enamels.
Glen Porter reviews the new Airfix 1/72 scale Fairey Swordfish. 18 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals and box top are included.
Phil Parsons examines Eduard's 1/48 scale Brassin MiG-21MF/SMT Exhaust Nozzle, MiG-21 Seat Early and MiG-21SMT Interior. 35 images of the resin parts and instructions are included.

17 January, 2012

Tonight I review Kinetic's new 1/48 scale A-6E Intruder, including 32 images of the kit parts, decals and box top.
Mario Riccioni presents an article and ten images of his 1/32 scale Wingnut Wings Se.5a Hisso.
Brad Fallen examines Kagero Topdrawings 12 - Messerschmitt Bf 109 A-D models by Mariusz Lukasik, which includes decals for five aircraft in 1/72, 1/48 and 1/32 scales. Images of the book cover, decals and sample pages are included.
Valiant Wings has told us that anyone pre-ordering ‘The Focke-Wulf Fw 190D and Ta 152-A Complete Guide To The Luftwaffe’s Last Piston Engine Fighters’ by Richard A. Franks before March 15 will get the chance to win one of 11 superb kits as follows: Zoukei-Mura Ta 152 in 1/32 scale (1 to be won) Eduard Fw 190D-11 ‘Weekend’ in 1/48 scale (5 to be won) Hobbyboss Ta 152C-1 in 1/48 scale (5 to be won). Place your order and you will be entered automatically.

16 January, 2012

Tonight I review Great Wall Hobby's brand-new 1/48 scale Douglas TBD-1 Devastator, including 37 images of the kit's plastic, photo-etched and white metal parts, painting masks, decals and box top.
On Missing-Lynx, Kirk Olsen presents a composite image of his 1/35 scale Dragon Panther II in the Gallery.
Luke Pitt examines Model Victoria' full 1/35 scale kit of the Carro Veloce C.V.33. Images of the resin and photo-etched parts, the figure, decals and box are all included.
Cookie Sewell reviews two forthcoming releases from Dragon. A poster of the kit parts plus images of the completed models accompany Cookie's review text:

Dragon's 1/35 scale Jagdpanzer IV L/70 (V) Aug 1944 Production w/Zimmerit

Dragon's 1/35 scale leFH18/40/2 (sf) auf G.W. Pzkw. III/IV

...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 January, 2012

Tonight I review six new NATO and Soviet Hex cardboard airfield bases available in 1/144, 1/72, 1/48 and 1/32 scales from Noy's Miniatures. Images of the bases are included.

12 January, 2012

Brad Fallen reviews Eduard's 1/48 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 F-8 "Weekend Edition". Images of the kit's plastic parts, decals and box top are included.
Rodger Kelly examines Thundercals' 1/48 scale release, ""P-47D Razorback Thunderbolts Pacific Theatre of Operations Part 2". Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are all included.
The most popular Testor's ScaleWorkshop video, with more than 335,000 views, is presented this week. This is Testor's ScaleWorkshop "Messerschmitt Bf 109 E Runup", originally posted in 2007.

11 January, 2012

Mario Riccioni presents a new article on his 1/32 scale Trumpeter Messerschmitt Bf 109 F-4 and Hasegawa Kittyhawk Mk.III entitled "Desert Duelers". 16 images of the models are included.
Glen Porter reviews R.V. Aircraft's 1/72 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 D-11, including images of the kit's plastic and resin parts, photo-etch, decals and box top.
Rodger Kelly examines Thundercals 1/48 scale debut release, "P-47D Razorback Thunderbolts Pacific Theatre of Operations Part 1". Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are all included.
We are continuing to see some great models from HyperScale's visitors on the Plastic Pics Forum. Check 'em out, and post some of your own!

10 January, 2012

Rob Baumgartner reviews Eduard's new 1/48 scale Fokker D.VII (MAG) Weekend Edition. Images of the kit's plastic parts, colour scheme, decals and box top are included.
Christianto E.P. is back with his Revell boxing of Hasegawa's 1/32 scale big-tail Focke-Wulf Fw 190 D-9. Seven images have been posted to the Gallery.

9 January, 2012

Roger Brown presents a new Feature Article on building and painting his 1/48 scale Airfix Spitfire Mk.Ia, finished in the markings of Sqn Ldr Brian Lane DFC.
Rob Baumgartner examines Windsock Worldwide Vol. 27 No. 6, including an image of the cover. This issue includes a full build of the Wingnut Wings FE.2b.
Valiant Wings Publishing has announced their third title in the Airframe & Miniature series, "The Focke-Wulf Fw 190D & Ta 152 – A Complete Guide To The Luftwaffe’s Last Piston-Engine Fighters" by Richard A. Franks. A Preview page with more information and an image of the cover have been posted to a Preview page.

6 January, 2012

Alexandre Vidigal presents ten images of his 1/48 scale Tamiya Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-4/7 Trop plus a reference photo in the Gallery,
Mark Davies reviews eight recent aircraft accessory and upgrade sets in 1/72 scale from Brengun. Images of all the photo-etched and resin parts are included.
Squadron has sent images and information on two new True Details upgrades for Great Wall's 1/48 scale P-61A/B kits - a propeller assembly and a complete cowling and propeller upgrade including correct cylindrical reduction gear and new magnetos. Images of both upgrades are included. These are both available now from Squadron.
We have Preview images of their newest 1/72 scale decal sheet, Yanks with Roundels, that are now available from Hannants. Images of the decal sheet and two instruction pages are included.
Kagero has sent information and images of two new books - Luftwaffe Over the Far North Pt. 1 and Arado Ar 196.

5 January, 2012

Dario Giuliano presents seven images of his Academy 1/72 scale P-40E finished as an RAF Kittyhawk Mk.Ia in the Gallery.
Mark Davies reviews three ejection seats plus a helicopter Search and Rescue figure set from PJ Productions. Images of the cover cards showing the painted products are included.
The second most popular Testor's ScaleWorkshop video, with more than 160,000 views, is presented this week. This is Testor's ScaleWorkshop #40b - "Painting Model Aircraft Interiors Part Two - Cockpits", originally posted in 2006.

4 January, 2012

Rob Baumgartner reviews Wingnut Wings' 1/32 scale FE.2b Early Version, including images of the new plastic parts, marking options, decal sheets and four progress photos of Rob's own model.
On Testor's ScaleWorkshop, Frank Cuden brings us three images and a description of his newly built old 1/48 scale Hawk Bearcat finished in Testor's, Pactra and Floquil paints.
Damian Coburn presents a big article and some historical background on his Airfix 1/72 scale Canberra B(I)8. 15 images are included.
We have a list of Airfix's planned 2012 fortcoming releases, including 26 images of all the newly tooled kits and accessories The list includes an entire new range of 1/48 scale military vehicles, figures buildings and accessories.

3 January, 2012

Robert Taylor makes a return to modelling with three Hasegawa 1/32 scale FAA Hellcats. 35 images plus a description are included in this new Gallery entry.
Glen Porter reviews Airfix's new 1/72 scale Mitsubishi A6M2b Zero, including 15 images of the kit parts, decals, colour scheme and box top.
On Plastic Pics we are seeing plenty of summaries of models built during 2011. I have posted my own "2011 in review" too, with the 13 models that I built last year, for those who might be interested too.

2 January, 2012

We kick off 2012, HyperScale's 15th year, with my final build of 2011 - Eduard's 1/48 scale Heinkel He 280 V3. Eight images and a description of this model are included.
Dieter Wiegmann has sent 21 images of his brand-new 1/48 scale Revell PV-1 Ventura finished in a colourful octopus scheme.
Mark Davies reviews five recent aircraft accessory and upgrade sets in 1/48 scale from Brengun including a 1600 lb US bomb, Luftwaffe wheel chocks, replacement flaps for Tamiya's P-47 kits and control surfaces for the ICM MiG-3. Images of all the photo-etched and resin parts are included.
On Missing-Lynx, Kinetic has sent three Preview CAD images of a second forthcoming 1:35 scale MRAP kit, this one with a full interior, to be released during 2012. These have been added to the Preview page. We will have more information on this kit and its release date in the coming weeks.
David Hay from Firestorm Models has sent images of three 1/35 scale figures in a new range, "Callsign". Information on other future releases is included too.

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

30 December, 2011

Roland Sachsenhofer presents 13 images and a description of his 1/48 scale HobbyCraft YP-59 Airacomet in the Gallery.
Mark Davies rounds up nine of Brengun's new 1/144 scale accessories and kit sets, including images of the resin and photo-etched parts.

29 December, 2011

Andy Brown presents 25 images of his 1/48 scale Hasegawa F-104G Starfighter in the Gallery.
Brad Fallen reviews Mushroom Model Publications book and decal series debut – "Camouflage and Decals Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-10 and G-14". Images of the cover, the decals and four sample pages are included.
The third most popular Testor's ScaleWorkshop video, with more than 140,000 views, is presented this week. This is Testor's ScaleWorkshop #40a - "Painting Model Aircraft Interiors Part One - Wheel Wells", originally posted in 2006.

27 December, 2011

Vitor Sousa presents a big Construction Feature on building HobbyBoss' 1/72 Lynx and Black Cat helicopter kits. 45 images are included.
Floyd Werner reviews the debut title from Vintage Eagle Publications, "Captured Eagles German WWII aircraft captured by the Allies, Volume 1" by Roger S. Gaemperle. Images of the cover, a sample page and several profiles from the book are included.
AIMS has sent Preview information and images on their forthcoming 1/48 scale He 177 & Ju 52 Decals and Junkers Ju 88 scribing templates.
We are continuing to see some fantastic work on Plastic Pics recently. Check out the Forum for some impressive models from HyperScale's visitors, or post photos of your own projects.

26 December, 2011

We have received 23 photos of the sprues from Great Wall Hobby's forthcoming 1/48 scale TBD-1 Devastator. I have updated the Preview page with these.
Rodger Kelly reviews Arawasi's latest publication, "The Eagles of Manchukoko, 1932-1945: An Illustrated History of the Civilian and Military Aviation". Nine images including the cover and various sample pages accompany Rodger's text.
On Missing-Lynx, I review Tamiya's brand new 1/35 scale Israeli M51, including 14 images of the kit contents plus three photos of my model under constructon and completed.
Tim Bumb's latest artwork in the Gallery is entitled "Desert Crusader".

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

Christmas Day, 2011

Wishing all of HyperScale's visitors a very Merry Christmas and a safe holiday season. We'll still be around over this period, so check in on Monday for our next update.

23 December, 2011

I have posted four images and a description of my new 1/32 scale Eduard Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-4/B to the Gallery. A detailed article on this model appears in the current issue of Military Illustrated Modeller, Aircraft Edition.
Phil Parsons reviews Eduard's 1/48 scale MiG-21MF in Czechoslovak Service Limited Edition. Images of all the new schemes, decals, photo-etch, box top and cial lapel pin.
Yellow Wings Decals has a big sale on now. Follow this link to check out the details.

20 December, 2011

Tonight I review Eduard's 1/48 scale MiG-21BIS, including images of all the new plastic and photo-etched parts, decals and box top.

19 December, 2011

Roland Sachsenhofer presents nine images and a description of Flashback's 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Me 163 A.
Brad Fallen reviews Vingtor Decals' 1/32 and 1/48 scale Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc – North Weald Wing/132 Wing, RAF. Images of the cover, and of both scale's decal sheets are included.
On Missing-Lynx, Britt Taylor Collins presents a Tamiya 1/35 scale Tiger I Ausf. E in a scene entitled "Predator's Perch".
Jamie Haggo brings us four images of his 1/35 scale Tamiya T-55 in the Gallery.
Cookie Sewell reviews Dragon's forthcoming 1/35 scale 25-pdr Field Gun Mk. II w/Limber & Crew - Smart Kit. An image of the box art, a poster showing detail from the kit plus three reference photos are included.
The new website for Inside the Armour is now up and running. Take a look for the latest news on new and forthcoming releases.y

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

16 December, 2011

The latest Aircraft Edition of Military Illustrated Modeller is out now, and I have posted a Preview page with some photos and details of the contents. MIM Issue 009 may be ordered online right now in electronic and print versions, and is also available on UK newsstands today.
From now until midnight on Sunday, December 18th, Barracuda Studios is having a Holiday Thank You sale. All orders, both domestic and overseas will be shipped postage free until Sunday at midnight Pacific Standard Time. It's our way of saying thanks to all of our customers for their support for the last 3 years. Sale includes all products currently available on the Barracuda Studios website.
Norman Gruss presents five images of his 1/48 scale HobbyBoss Focke-Wulf Ta 152 C-0 in the Gallery.
Brad Fallen reviews Vingtor Decals' 1/48 scale Royal Norwegian Air Force Training and Support Aircraft 1946 – 1958. Images of the decal sheet, instructions and front cover are included.
We have some Preview information and an image of Shesto's Lightcraft Task Lamps.

15 December, 2011

Tom Conte presents a new Feature Article on his scratch built 1/72 scale "Jake's Jeep", (almost) America's first jet aircraft! Three images accompany Tom's historical and construction text.
Brad Fallen reviews Freightdog Decals' 1/48 scale "Keeping the Peace Pt.1 – RAF, RAAF and RCAF", with markings for two Mustang Mk.IVs, two Spitfires and a Tempest; plus resin carburettor louvres for the Mustangs. Images of the two decal sheets, instructions and the resin louvres are included.
Andrew Steinbeck examines Maestro Models' 1/72 scale photo-etched ladder sets for J32 Lansen and JAS39 Gripen kits. Images of the frets and the instructions are included.
The fourth most popular Testor's ScaleWorkshop video, with more than 100,000 views, is presented this week. This is Testor's ScaleWorkshop #34 - "Post-Shading for Scale Models", originally posted in 2005.

14 December, 2011

Timothy Holwick presents not one but two of Trumpeter's 1/48 scale P-40B kits in the Gallery. 16 images are incuded.
I have posted a wildly off-topic but in season piece on my most recently completed paint job... a reconditioned Chistmas soldier dog - scale unknown.
David Veres reviews another Harpia Publishing new release, Arab MiGs Volume 2 - Supersonic Fighters: 1958–1967. An image of the book's cover is included.
Andrew Steinbeck examines Max Decals' 1/72 scale "Irish Air Corps 1922-1952". Images of the cover, the two decal sheets and the instructions are included.

13 December, 2011

In the Gallery, Ayhan Toplu brings us 16 images of his 1/48 scale Trumpeter MiG-3.
David Veres examines the recent release from Harpia Publishing, "African MiGs Volume 2 Madagascar to Zimbabwe - MiGs and Sukhois in Service in Sub-Saharan Africa". An image of the book's cover is included.
Andrew Steinbeck reviews Illiad Designs' 1/72 scale decals, "Strange Hurricanes". Images of the cover, decals and the instructions are included.
Paul Fisher has sent information on forthcoming releases and a few older kits leaving the Fisher Model and Pattern range in a Preview page.

12 December, 2011

Ayhan Toplu presents nine images of his 1/48 scale HobbyBoss Focke-Wulf Ta 152 C-0 in the Gallery.
"Bondo" Phil Brandt reviews Anigrand huge new 1/72 C-133A Cargomaster, including images of all the resin and metal parts, decals and box top.
Squadron has sent Preview information and images of the latest decal releases from SuperScale for 1/32 scale P-51D Mustangs and 1/48 scale A-37 Dragonflies.
I have archived HyperScale's "What's New" entries from June to September 2011. You may access this archive and all the others back to 2008 from the links at the bottom of the page. All other content may be found in the Indexes.
On Missing-Lynx, Cookie Sewell reviews a number of new and recent releases:
- cyber-hobby.com's 1/35 scale German 3t 4x2 Cargo Truck w/2cm FlaK 38 - Smart Kit Five images of a completed model are included.
- Dragon's 1/35 Scale Sd.Kfz. 10/5 w/Armored Cab fuer 2 cm Flak 38. Six images of a completed model plus a poster image are included.
- Dragon's 1/35 scale s.IG.33 auf Fgst.Pz.Kpfw. III(Sfl).
- cyber-hobby.com's 1/35 scale Sd.Kfz. 10 Ausf. A 1940 Production - Smart Kit.
- Dragon's 1/72 scale Neubau-Fahrzeug Nr. 3-5

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

9 December, 2011

Andrea Hohne presents seven images of his Azur 1/32 scale Caudron C.741C.1 in the Gallery.
Mick Evans reviews Kinetic's 1/48 scale F-16A/B NSAWC Adversary. 17 images of the kit parts, decals and box top are included.
Glen Porter examines two 1/72 scale decals sets from Vingtor - "Royal Norwegian Air Force Training and Support Aircraft 1946 – 1958" and "North American F-86F Sabre 336 & 338 Sqn. Royal Norwegian Air Force". Images of the cover, instructions and decals for each set are included.
The fifth most viewed Testor's ScaleWorkshop video is presented this week. This is Testor's ScaleWorkshop #4b - Preshading, originally posted in 2002.

8 December, 2011

Today I review Wingnut Wings' brand new 1/32 scale FE.2b Late Version. 32 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, decals and box top are included.
Alexandros Angelopoulos presents 19 images of his 1/32 scale Eduard Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-3 in the Gallery.
We welcome Jean-Marc Berthe back to the Gallery with his latest artwork, a P-51 Mustang Racer from Reno in 1969.
Brad Fallen examines Freightdog Decals' 1/32 scale "Silver Merlins" Limited Edition decal release. Images of the decals and the instructions are included.
Valiant Wings Publishing has a Christmas offer on their Airframe & Miniature series. Order the Me 262 and Typhoon books together before the end of January and get 10% off the overall recommended retail price. This bundle is a main featured product on the Valiant Wings home page.

7 December, 2011

Great Wall Hobby has just announced its next 1/48 scale aircraft kit release - a TBD-1 Devastator. We have a photo of the box art on a Preview page.
Paul Coudeyrette presents 14 images of his 1/32 scale Hasegawa P-47D Thunderbolt in the Gallery.
Ross Ferro reviews Kagero's book, Messerschmitt Bf 109 in North Africa, which includes decals for eight subjects in the scales of 1/32, 1/48 and 1/72. Images of the book's cover, six sample pages and the decal sheet are included.
MasterCasters has sent us images and information on their new Jaguar and Demon wheels, and Martin Baker Mk.2 ejection seat, all in 1/48 scale.

6 December, 2011

I have written a report on last week's visit to Auckland, New Zealand, and the Meet and Greet at Modelair's Newmarket shop. 20 images from the visit are included.

5 December, 2011

Rodger Kelly reviews Kagero's book, Polish Spitfires, which includes decals for eight subjects in the scales of 1/32, 1/48 and 1/72. Images of the book's cover, six sample pages and the decal sheet are included.
UMM-USA has sent information and images for a number of new tools and materials including round and flat lead wires, lead sheet, a micro-mitre box for the JLC saw and a wire bending tool. A Preview page has been posted with the images and information.
Pablo Angel Herrera presents six images of his 1/48 scale Pegasus Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-4 in the Gallery.
Joe Brown from ADH Publishing has posted a 50 minute video, the full talk from IPMS ScaleModelword at Telford with Scott Hards interpreting for Mr Kunihiro Suzuki, owner of Finemolds.
On Missing-Lynx, Steve Zaloga presents a new article on his 1/35 scale Brach Model resin kit BM 073 Selbstfahrlafette fur 7.5cm PaK40 auf Somua MCG S307(f). Five images are included.
Brett Green reviews the new Tasca 1/24 scale Zundapp KS.750 motorcycle and sidecar, including 12 images of the kit's plastic and multi-media parts, decals and box top.
Tim Bumb's latest artwork is entitled "Merkava".

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

1 December, 2011

The four newest kit releases from Wingnut Wings have just gone on sale on their website:
- 32014 - FE.2b Early
- 32025 - FE.2b Late
- 32023 - Rumpler C.IV Early
- 32037 - Rumpler C.IV Late
The prices are USD$89.00 each including worldwide shipping. We will have more information on these new kits in the coming days.
On a related subject, we have a Preview image of the cover from Windsock Worldwide 27/6 Special Collector's Edition featuring Wingnut Wings' brand new Fees and Rumplers.
Jean Francois Micheletti presents five images of Eduard's 1/48 scale Polikarpov I-16 Type 10 in the Gallery.
Is it a book with decals or is it decals with a book? I don't know really, but Rodger Kelly examines Kagero's Red Series Pacific Mustangs Part One, booklet and decals, available in 1/72, 1/48 and 1/32 scales.
The sixth most viewed Testor's ScaleWorkshop video is presented this week. This one is Testor's ScaleWorkshop #32 - Applying Rivets to Scale Models, originally posted in 2005.

30 November, 2011

Rob Baumgartner reviews Eduard's 1/48 scale Spad XIII Early Version ProfiPACK tonight. Images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts plus markings schemes, decal sheet and box top are included.
Aldo Chetcut presents eight images of his 1/72 scale Heinkel He 177 A-02 conversion based on the venerable Airfix kit.
Rodger Kelly examines Impact Decals most recent 1/48 scale release, VMF(AW) - 531/VMFA-531 Grey Ghosts Part 1 F3D Skyknight, F4D Skyray and F-4B/N Phantoms 1958 – 1978. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheets are included.
RS Models has sent images of eight new and forthcoming releases. These have been posted to a Preview page.
We are continuing to see some fantastic work on Plastic Pics recently. Check out the Forum for some impressive models from HyperScale's visitors, or post photos of your own projects.

29 November, 2011

Christian Lehmann presents nine images of his 1/48 scale Heinkel He 219 A-2 backdated from the Tamiya kit.
Phil Parsons reviews Eduard's 1/48 scale MiG-21SMT/MT Weekend Edition.
Brad Fallen examines RB Productions' 1/32 scale Romanian King Michael Cross Insignia decals. Images of the decal sheet and the associated Hurricane masking sheet are included.
And a reminder for our New Zealand visitors that I will be attending a "Meet and Greet" event at Modelair's Auckand shop tomorrow (Wednesday) from 11.00 am until 2.00 pm to help celebrate their 10th anniversary at the Newmarket location.

28 November, 2011

I have posted an Editorial piece on the approach to moderating HyperScale's Discussion Forums.
On Missing-Lynx, I review Showcase Models Australia's new 1:35 scale Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicle. 12 images of the kit 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.

25 November, 2011

Rodger Kelly reviews the new book "How to Build Tamiya's 1:32 P-51D Mustang" from ADH Publishing. The book features models by Mark Glidden, Roy Sutherland and myself. Images of the cover plus 17 pages are included.
Joel Rawson presents an article on Wingnut Wings' 1/32 scale SE5A. Nine images are included.
Tonight I review 14 new instrument dial and cockpit placard decals from Aircale Decals, available in 1/48, 1/32 and 1/24 scales. Images of all the decal sets plus examples of the markings used on three of my models are included.

24 November, 2011

Squadron is running a 24-Hour "Black Friday" Sale starting at 10:00pm (American CST) on November 24 and ending at 10:00pm (CST) on November 25. You can visit Squadron.com anytime during those 24 hours to see what the big deal is!
For our New Zealand visitors, I will be attending a "Meet and Greet" event at Modelair's Auckand shop on Wednesday 30 November from 11.00 am until 2.00 pm to help celebrate their 10th anniversary at the Newmarket location. Stay tuned for more news about other guests at the function. The address is 12 Kent Street, Newmarket. I look forward to catching up with HyperScale's Kiwi visitors next week!
In tonight's Testor's ScaleWorkshop video, Joe Brown from ADH Publishing interviews Roy Sutherland, who talks about his forthcoming Barracuda Studios resin upgrades for Tamiya's 1/32 scale P-51D Mustang, and his new book "Thunderbolts of the Hell Hawks". If you cannot view the video below, just follow this link to see it direct on YouTube.

Hanspeter Tschanz presents eleven images of his Hasegawa 1/32 scale Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IIa.
Ken Bowes reviews Linden Hill Decals' recent release, "The Rook - Global Su-25s Part 1", available in both 1/32 and 1/48 scales. Images of the instructions, cover and two decal sheets are included.

23 November, 2011

Tonight I review Italeri's all-new 1/48 scale Hawker Hurricane Mk.I. 28 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, decals, box top and reference book cover are included.
Paul Coudeyrette presents 16 images of his 1/32 scale Canadair CL-13 Sabre based on the Hasegawa kit.
Ken Bowes examines Linden Hill Decals 1/48 scale "Brothers in Arms 3" for MiG-21 M, MF, R and S subjects in Warsaw Pact service. Seven images of the decal sheets, cover and instrucitons are included.

22 November, 2011

Axel Grundmann brings us eight images of his Roden 1/48 scale Pilatus PC-6 Porter in Australian Army colours.
Mark Davies reviews Czech Master Resin's three brand new 1/72 scale Supermarine Scimitar kits plus the opttional wing fold set. 38 images of the kits' box, resin and photo-etched parts, decals and marking schemes are included.
Rob Baumgartner examines Windsock Datafile 148, AMC DH1/DH1A by Colin Owers. An image of the cover is included.

18 November, 2011

Joe Brown from ADH Publishing shot a few videos while he was at ScaleModelworld, the IPMS UK Nationals at Telford last weekend. The first of these, Testor's ScaleWorkshop No. 90, is an interview with Scott T. Hards, CEO of HobbyLink Japan, who discusses the 2011 earthquake, its effect on HLJ, his attempt to save his Bandai Saturn V rocket, and more.

17 November, 2011

Tonight I review Eduard's new 1/72 scale F6F-5 Hellcat, including 17 images of the kit parts, the decals and box top.
Marcel Meres presents a new Construction Feature on his Revell 1/72 scale Focke-Wulf Flitzer. 12 images of the model both under construction and complete are included.
Ken Bowes examines the new book "Scooter! The Douglas A-4 Skyhawk Story" by Tommy H. Thomason. Images of the cover and two sample pages are included.
The seventh most viewed Testor's ScaleWorkshop video is presented this week. This one is Testor's ScaleWorkshop #4a - Painting with the Aztek, originally posted in 2002.

16 November, 2011

Paul Coudeyrette presents 19 images of his 1/32 scale Trumpeter A-10A Thunderbolt II in the Gallery.
Ken Bowes reviews Jake Melampy's new book, The Early Viper Guide - The F-16A/B Exposed. Images of the cover and five sample pages are included.
Kagero Publishing has sent Preview information and cover art on three new releases - Japanese Heavy Cruiser Tone, and Me 262 and Fokker Dr.I in their 3D Series

15 November, 2011

Sprue photos and a couple of buildup shots of Revell's forthcoming 1/72 scale Handley-Page Halifax B.Mk.II Series One have been forwarded by Marcus Nicholls from Tamiya Model Magazine. These images have been posted to a Preview page.
In the Gallery, Yukio Minagawa presents six images of Trumpeter's 1/32 scale F4U-4 Corsair finished in racer colours.
Ken Bowes reviews three new decal sheets from Montex for Polish Air Force MiG-21 MF, Mi-24D/W and MiG-23MF subjects. These are available in 1/72, 1/48 and 1/32 scales. Images of all the covers, instructions and 1/48 scale decal sheets are included.
Rob Baumgartner examines Windsock Worldwide Vol. 27 No. 5, including an image of the cover.

14 November, 2011

On Testor's ScaleWorkshop, Alexey Sulla presents 11 images of his 1/48 scale Monogram A-26 Invader.
Ken Bowes reviews Freightdog Models' refreshed decal release in 1/72 scale, "Gods of Sea and Fire The Neptune and Vulcan in RAF Service". Images of the new subject and both decal sheets are included.
Rob Baumgartner examines Windsock Datafile No. 149, "Rumpler C.IV at War" by Ray Rimell. An image of the cover is included.
On Missing-Lynx, I review Kit Form Services 1/24 scale Ferret Mk.2./3. 19 images of the kit parts are included.
Pedro Chiappe presents his artwork, "Infantry Regiment Grossdeutschland in Barbarossa, Summer 1941", in the Gallery.
Andrew Judson examines the latest title from Landser Books, "German Army Grenadier 1944-45" by Stephen Andrew. An image of the cover plus three sample spreads 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"

Remembrance Day, 2011

Philip De Keyser finishes his Eduard 1/48 scale P-40N as an RNZAF Kittyhawk Mk.IV. 19 images are included in this new Gallery entry.
Rob Baumgartner examines Windsock Worldwide Vol. 27 No.4, including an image of the cover.
We have Preview images and information on six new 1/32 scale decals sheets from Pheon Models for the Silver Wings Gloster Gladiator and Hawker Hart kits. Pheon will have samples of the decals on hand at Telford this weekend.
And for all of those attending ScaleModelworld at Telford this weekend, have a great time!
We have been seeing some extraordinary work on Plastic Pics recently. Check out the Forum for some impressive models from HyperScale's visitors, or post photos of your own projects.

10 November, 2011

Andrea Hohne presents five images of his 1/32 scale Hasegawa Nakajima Ki-44-II Shoki in the Gallery.
Ken Bowes examines the new book from MMP, Polish Wings 14: Mi-14PL, Mi-14PS, Mi-14PL/R by Mariusz Kalinowski. Images of the cover and four sample pages are included.
The eighth most viewed Testor's ScaleWorkshop video is presented this week. This one is Testor's ScaleWorkshop #9 - Panel Line Washes, originally posted in 2002.

9 November, 2011

The last in Dieter Wiegmann's trifecta of forthcoming releases is Revell's 1/72 scale Eurocopter NH90 NFH. Twelve images are included.
Marcus Nicholls has sent 24 Preview photos of the contents of the new Zoukei-Mura 1/32 scale A-1H Skyraider. Marcus has already started cutting parts off the sprue for a future article in TMMI. Now that will be worth seeing.
Mark Davies reviews the new Platz 1/72 scale RQ-4N naval Global Hawk in "What-If" US Navy markings. 15 images of the kit box top, parts and decals are included.
Freightdog Models has sent Preview information and images of their new releases including a 1/72 scale SR.53, a Spirfire PR.XI conversion with Post-War Danish decals, a counter-factual Hawker P.1130 conversion, a multi-media conversion to produce a Grumman Avenger ECM.6 and a 1/48 scale Blue Max Sopwith Comic night fighter. All of these new releases will be available at ScaleModelworld in Telford this weekend.
The current topic on Theme Pics, "Now on my Workbench",. is still going strong. Show us whatever you are working on at the moment, whether it is finished or now. We'll look forward to seeing your latest projects here soon!

8 November, 2011

Jamie Haggo presents three images of his new 1/48 scale Italeri Hawker Hurricane Mk.I in the Gallery.
Dieter Wiegmann is back with 20 images of the forthcoming Revell 1/72 scale Airbus Military A400M. This is one big model!
Mark Davies reviews all three of Platz's 1/144 scale N1K2-J Shiden-Kai releases. 17 images of the kits' box tops, colour schemes, decals and plastic parts are included.
Ken Bowes examines NBM21/PLATZ's 1/72 scale Mitsubishi F-2A Tsuiki Airbase 8 Wing 6 Squadron 50th Anniversary decals. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decals are included.

7 November, 2011

Dieter Wiegmann presents 12 images of Revell's brand-new 1/72 scale Halifax B.Mk.II Series 1, due for release soon. This is an all-new tool kit that has nothing in common with older Halifax releases.
A2Zee Models has announced the release of two all-new 1/48 scale Alley Cat multimedia Vampire FB.5 kits. Limited quantities will be available next weekend at ScaleModelword, the IPMS UK Nationals in Telford. We have images of the box art, the marking schemes and the kit contents on a Preview page.
A2Zee will also have the two latest boxing of their 1/48 scale Tucano kit on hand at Telford, with six colourful new 2011 schemes between them. A Preview page has also been posted for this kit.
In yet more A2Zee news, a 1/48 scale Vickers Vimy will be released around January 2012. A test shot will be at Telford next weekend.
On Missing-Lynx, Inside the Armour has sent information and 17 imags of their new 1:35 scale multimedia Covenanter Mk.I/II/IV.
Brad Fallen presents an article on his 1/48 scale Tamiya Crusader Mk.I. 15 images are included.
Pedro Chiappe presents his artwork, "Luftwaffe Troops in the Battle of Kiev, 1941", in the Gallery.

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

4 November, 2011

Mick Evans reviews Skunkmodels Workshop's 1/32 scale NC-8A Mobile Electric Power Cart. Two complete carts are included in each set. Images of the plastic parts, decals and box top are included.
Mark Davies examines three new decal sets from LPS Hobby for 1/72 scale Messerschmitt Bf 110 C/D/E models. Images of the covers, the instructions and the decal sheets are included.

3 November, 2011

Andre Dorion brings us nine images of his 1/32 scale Trumpeter A-7E Corsair II, enhanced with the Zactoman correction set, in the Gallery.
Mark Davies reviews Platz's 1/144 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 D-9. Two full kits are provided in the one box, and Mark has photos of all the plastic parts, decals, marking schemes and box top.
The ninth most viewed Testor's ScaleWorkshop video is presented this week. This one is Testor's ScaleWorkshop Video #7 - Decal Tools and Techniques, originally posted in 2002.

2 November, 2011

Phil De Keyser presents 19 images of his 1/48 scale Eduard Bell P-39 Airacobra.
Mick Evans reviews Skunkmodels Workshop's 1/48 scale French Weapons Set, suitable for the Mirage 2000 and others. Images of the box top, the plastic parts and decals are included.
Brad Fallen examines five recent white metal undercarriage releases from Scale Aircraft Conversions. Images of the parts and the packaging are included.
I have published the final results from the Great Models Webstore customer survey conducted in September.

1 November, 2011

Mick Evans reviews Skunkmodels Workshop's 1/48 scale USN Nimitz Deck with Jet Blast Deflector and Catapult. 12 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts plus decals and box top are included.
Roland Sachsenhofer presents 16 images of his 1/32 scale Hasegawa Junkers Ju 87 G-1 Stuka in the Gallery.
Bob Bartolacci brings us 20 images of Tamiya's 1/32 scale Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc.
I must apologise for the appearance of pop-up ads on HyperScale's Forums in the last several hours. It seems that Network 54 could not process my credit card overnight, my time. As a result, they cancelled the Premier option, which blocks ads and adds features. As soon as I woke this morning I saw the problem and changed the credit card details. Sorry for any inconvenience or temporary blindness from the flashing ads!

31 October, 2011

Thomas Mugglu presents a new Feature Article where he builds not one, but three 1/72 scale Swiss F/A-18 Hornets from the Academy and Hasegawa kits. Ten images of the models under constructuon and complete are included.
Levent Temel presents 14 images of his 1/48 scale Eduard Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-5 Weekend Edition in the Gallery.
Large Scale Planes has sent an image and information on a 1/32 scale replacement engine cowling designed for Trumpeter's F4U Corsair kits.
On Missing-Lynx, Kinetic has sent 12 Preview images of their forthcoming 1:35 scale M-ATV (MRAP). These have been added to the Preview page. We will have more information on this kit and its release date in the coming weeks.
Kinetic's next release will be an M109A2 Self-Propelled Howitzer, due for release around February 2012. We have box art of this forthcoming kit on a Preview page.
I review Fighting 48th!'s fabulous new 1/48 scale multimedia British Cruiser Tank A34 Comet. Ten images of the kit's box top, parts and decals are included.

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

28 October, 2011

Dana Bell presents "Kingfisher Addenda" - an update to his book OS2U Kingfisher (Aircraft Pictorial #3, Classic Warships Publishing, Tucson, 2010*) with new information and 20 wartime images.
Pierre Giustiniani presents six images of his Eduard 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 110 D in the Gallery.
Mark Davies reviews Czech Master Resin's 1/72 scale Schliecher ASH25 & ASH25M/Mi kits. 20 images of the kits' parts and decals are included.
Big Bill Schwarz has provided seven images and a short description of his brand new 1/48 scale Pegasus Models EZ Snap Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-4.

27 October, 2011

Mark Davies reviews Skunkmodels Workshop's 1/72 scale MQ-9 Reaper Unmanned Aerial Vehicle. This release offers two complete kits in the one box. Mark's review includes 12 images plus a reference video.
Pierre Giustiniani presents nine images of his Zvezda 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 F-2 in the Gallery.
More than 90 Testor's ScaleWorkshop videos have been uploaded since April 2002, and even some of the older ones continue to be popular today. For the next ten weeks I will be posting a countdown of the Top 10 most-watched Testor's ScaleWorkshop videos. Today's video is the tenth most viewed, Testor's ScaleWorkshop Video No.5 - Masking Model Aircraft. This was originally posted in 2002.

Dave Klaus has just posted some interesting aircraft research information and photos to his Fine Art of Decals website. Worth a look!

26 October, 2011

On Testor's ScaleWorkshop, Chip Jean brings us a new Feature Article on his pair of Airacobras - Eduard's 1/48 scale P-39D Profipack & P-39Q Weekend Edition. 15 images are included.
Mick Evans presents a new article on his Kinetic 1/48 scale Belgium Air Force F-16A Block 20 MLU "Tiger Meet 2009". Nine photos of the completed model are included.
Brad Fallen reviews the debut title from Vintage Eagle Publications, "Captured Eagles German WWII aircraft captured by the Allies, Volume 1" by Roger S. Gaemperle. Images of the cover, a sample page and several profiles from the book are included.
Brad also examines Vintage Eagle's associated decals covering four Luftwaffe aircraft from the book. Images of the cover, the decal sheet and the rub-down transfer sheet are included. These are available in both 1/32 and 1/48 scales.

25 October, 2011

We have three photos of Ian Robertson's impressive 1/32 scale Pacific Coast Models Focke-Wulf Ta 152 C-1 in the Gallery.
Jean Francois Micheletti presents eight images of his Special Hobby 1/48 scale Polikarpov I-15 Chato in the Gallery.
Martin Reid reviews the book "Spitfire! The Experiences of a Battle of Britain Fighter Pilot" by Brian Lane. An image of the cover is included.
We have Preview images and information on the new 1/32 scale decals from Southern Expo, "Hornchurch v Luftwaffe Battle of Britain 70th Anniversary" Parts 1 & 2. Eleven images of the covers, innstructions and decal sheets are included.

24 October, 2011

We are settled back in Sydney now after the Meet and Greet at Brookhurst Hobbies in California last weekend. I have posted some photos and a description of the event to the Reference Library. Thanks to Henry Tremblay for hosting the event, to Roy Sutherland and Mark Glidden for joining me for the book signings, and for all of those who attended for making it a great afternoon.
Timothy Holwick presents 11 images of his 1/48 scale Hasegawa P-40N Warhawk, plus two wartime reference photos.
Mick Evans reviews Sierra Hotel Models' 1/48 scale S-3 Viking GE TF-34 Engine Inlets for ESCI kits and later re-boxings. An image of the resin parts is included
On Missing-Lynx, I have posted four photos and a brief description of my Bronco 1/35 scale Hotchkiss H39. A detailed article on this model will appear in Issue 68 of Model Military International magazine, available in early November.
Jack Lee presents four images of his Dragon 1/35 scale M4A3(76)W Sherman in the Gallery.
Tim Bumb's latest artwork is a Sherman tank entitled "Waiting for the Bad Guys".
I review the newest book from the Oliver Publishing Group, Workhorse: The Panzer III In North Africa by Claude Gillono. Images of the front and back covers and three sample spreads are included with the review.

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

19 October, 2011

Glen Porter reviews the new Special Hobby 1/72 scale CA-12 Boomerang, Early Version. 12 images of the model's plastic parts, decals and box top are included.
The current topic on Theme Pics, "Now on my Workbench",. is still going strong. Show us whatever you are working on at the moment, whether it is finished or now. We'll look forward to seeing your latest projects here soon!

17 October, 2011

Tonight I review the new 1/32 scale Pacific Coast Models Spitfire Mk.XIVc. 20 images of the kit's plastic, resin and photo-etched parts, decals and box top are included.
On Missing-Lynx, Steve Zaloga presents his 1/35 scale 4.7cm(t) Panzerjager auf 35R(f) based on the old Hellr kit with elements of the Ironside conversion and a lot of scratch building. Six images accompany Steve's text.

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

14 October, 2011

Frank Dargies concludes his series on building his superdetailed Revell 1/72 scale Type VIIC as U-564. 43 images of the model under construction and completed, inside and out, accompany Frank's article.
Phil Parsons reviews KP Models' 1/48 scale Sukhoi Su-25 UB/UBK, upgraded with resin and photo-etched parts plus colourful new markings. 37 images of the kit's plastic and multimedia parts, decals and box top are incuded.
Mark Davies examines three new 1/72 scale decal sheets for P-47D Thunderbolts from LPS Decals. Eleven images of the covers, instructions and decal sheets are included.
Lucky Model has announced that the next Kinetic releases will be a 1/48 scale F-16A/B NSAWC Adversary at the end of October and a 1/48 scale A-6E Intruder due in early December. We have an image of box art for the Intruder on a Preview page.

...and I will look forward to catching up in person with modellers in the Los Angeles / Orange County area at the meet-and-greet at Brookhurst Hobbies this Saturday, 15 October, from 3:00pm. Brookhurst Hobbies also have stocks of the new Mustang book, and they are taking orders online for signed copies.

12 October, 2011

Tonight I review Kinetic's brand new 1/48 scale Grumman C2A Greyhound. 44 images of the kit parts, decals and box top are included.
Mick Evans presents a short article on his 1/48 scale Airfix BAC TSR.2. 20 images are included.
Mark Davies examines Mark 1 Ltd Baker's Dozen Set Fairey Swordfish Colours & Markings book and decals, available in either 1/48 or 1/72 scales. 10 images of the cover, several sample spreads and the decals are included.
Ultracast has announced that their new 1/32 scale WWII USAAF Fighter Pilot figure sculpted by Mike Good is now available from their website. This will be a perfect companion to Tamiya's magnificent P-51D Mustang.

11 October, 2011

Aryur Oslizlo presents 19 images of his 1/32 scale Tamiya Spitfire Mk.IXc in the Gallery.
Southern Expo's new decal release, "Hornchurch vs. Luftwaffe - Lean Into France", available in 1/48 and 1/72 scales, is reviewed by Brad Fallen. Images of the decal sheet, cover and instructions are included.
We have a Preview image of the cover from Windsock Worldwide Vol.27 No.5, which features Ray Rimell's build of the brand new 1/32 scale Pfalz D.XII. An image of Ray's model is included too.
Great Wall Hobby has made a formal response regarding the problem with the nose of their new 1/48 scale P-61 kit. You can see the response by following this link. Eight CAD and marking images from the forthcoming release, L4806 P-61A Black Widow "Glass Nose", are included.
John Vojtech has posted a 10 minute video of his remarkable, award winning 1/72 scale B-2 "Spirit of Missouri" to YouTube. Check it out!
I am also pleased to welcome John's company, UMM-USA, as a sponsor of the Airfix Group Build Forum.

10 October, 2011

I am pleased to report that stocks of our newly printed book, "How to Build Tamiya's 1:32 scale P-51D Mustang", have now arrived at ADH Publishing's office. Pre-orders are being shipped now, and those who have not ordered yet may do so on the ADH Publishing website for £11.95. The book features an exhaustive step-by-step illustrated assembly section, full builds of the kit by Mark Glidden and myself, plus a guide to super detailing the cockpit and wheel wells by Roy Sutherland. The 80 page book also includes reference photos, profiles and lists of available accessories, decals and references.
If you are in the Los Angeles area next Saturday, Roy Sutherland, Mark Glidden and myself will be at Brookhurst Hobbies, Garden Grove, from 3:00pm for a meet-and-greet and informal book launch. Check out Brookhurst Hobbies' website for more details. We'll look forward to seeing you there!
Ted Taylor has a big new article on building his Italeri 1/35 scale MAS 568 4a serie Italian Torpedo Boat on his "Ted's Modelworks" HobbyVista website. 23 images are included.
For those building the new 1/72 scale Airfix Hawk 81 (P-40B) as reviewed by Glen Porter on Friday, Xtradecal has a decal sheet with 12 RAF plus 1 USAAC marking options due for release next month. We have five images of the instructions showing each of the options.
On Missing-Lynx, I review Tamiya's 1/35 scale BT-42 Finnish Army Assault Gun, including 12 images of the kit's parts, decals and box top.

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

7 October, 2011

Paul Coudeyrette's latest addition to the Gallery is the HobbyBoss 1/32 scale F-84E converted to an F-84G Thunderjet. 15 images are included.
Glen Porter reviews the new 1/72 scale Airfix Hawk 81-A-2 (P-40B) including a surface detail comparison with some other recent Airfix releases. 16 images of the kit parts, decals, marking scheme and box top are included.
Michael Hickey brings us ten images of Hasegawa's 1/48 scale Grumman F-14A Tomcat.
Rodger Kelly examines eight new Japanese Tail Code decal sheets in 1/72 and 1/48 scales in Aviaeology's Colours and Codes series. Eleven images of the decals and the instructions are included.
We have Preview images and information of five new 1/72 scale releases from Sword.

6 October, 2011

In the Gallery, Stéphane Guerréro presents six images of his 1/72 scale Azur Potez 630.
Rodger Kelly examines the third and final from the current batch of Eagle Cals' new P-51D Mustang decal releases, available in 1/32, 1/48 and 1/72 scales. Images of the cover, both decal sheets and the instructions are included.
New model company MUSTHAVE! Models has provided the information and images of their debut release, a 1/48 scale Curtoss Mohawk Mk.IV.

5 October, 2011

Stéphane Guerréro returns, today with his entirely scratch built 1/72 scale S.N.C.A.C. NC.470 seaplane. Ten images have been posted to the Gallery.
Harvey Low presents four images of his 1/72 scale MPM Mitsubishi Ki-21 Sally in the Gallery.
Rodger Kelly reviews EagleCals new 1/32 scale decals, P-51D Mustang Part Two. Images of the cover, both decal sheets and the instructions are included.
We have a Preview image and information on Freightdog Models' reprinted and updated 1/72 scale decal sheet - Gods of Sea and Fire - The Neptune and Vulcan in RAF Service.
The 1/72 scale Group Build is going strong, and you still have plenty of time to participate even if you have not started your project yet. Check out some of the progress and completed models so far.

4 October, 2011

Alan Price has sent two photos of his 1/72 scale Revell B-17G Flying Fortress for the Gallery. This model will appear in a future issue of Model Airplane International magazine.
Oliver Peissl presents 19 images and a description of detailing his 1/32 scale Eduard Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-1.
Rodger Kelly reviews EagleCals new 1/32 scale decals, P-51D Mustang Part One. Images of the cover, both decal sheets and the instructions are included.

3 October, 2011

Stéphane Guerréro has made his own resin conversion parts and decals to convert the Heller 1/72 scale Amiot 143 kit into an Amiot 150 BE (or M) seaplane. Nine images of the model, the resin parts and the decals are in the Gallery.
Rob Baumgartner reviews the latest publication from Aeronaut Books, "Tumult in the Clouds - the Aviation Art of Russell Smith". An image of the cover plus nine sample page spreads are included.
On Missing-Lynx, I have posted five images and a description of my Vulcan 1/35 scale Vickers Mk.VI B Light Tank Mk.VI B. A detailed article on this model will appear in Issue 67 of Model Military International magazine, available on 6 October.
Mark Woods presents his artwork of a Land Rover Defender WMIK, Salonika Company, 7 Rifles, Helmand Province, 2010.
Cookie Sewell reviews two recent releases:
- Miniart's 1/35 scale Valentine Mk. VI Canadian Built, Early Prod. 20 images of the sprues, a completed kit and the box art are incuded.
- Dragon's 1/35 scale Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. J Last Production - Smart Kit. Nine images of a completed kit, a poster of the kit parts and the box top are included.