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26 February, 2016

Roland Sachsenhofer presents 15 images and a description of his reworked and detailed Supermodel 1/72 scale Blohm und Voss Bv 138 C.
Brad Fallen reviews Eduard's 1/48 scale Bristol F.2b Fighter ProfiPACK. 30 images of the kit's plastic and phto-etched parts, decals, marking guide and box top are included.
Mark Davies examines Brengun's 1/72 scale US Navy Oxygen Cart. Seven images of the resin and photo-etched parts, decals, instructions and packaging are included.

25 February, 2016

Brad Fallen reviews Special Hobby's 1/48 scale Walrus Mk.I ‘Air Sea Rescue’. 46 images of the kit's plastic, resin and photo-etched parts, decals, instructions and box top are included.
Mark Davies reviews PJ Productions' 1/72 scale R.P.K. Tank, including images of the resin parts, the box top and the instructions.
Peter Ermel presents five images of his Revell 1/48 scale B-17G Flying Fortress in the Gallery.

24 February, 2016

Mark Davies reviews Eduard's 1/72 scale MiG-15UTI Weekend Edition, including nine images of the kit parts, decals, marking schemes and box top.
Mick Evans examines "Goodyear GA-28A/B Convoy Fighter - The Naval VTOL Turboprop Tailsitter Project of 1950", available in print or as a download. Images of the front cover and three profiles are included.
Clark Duan presents six images of his Revell 1/72 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-10 in the Gallery.
Valiant Wings Publishing has announced that Airframe Album No 9 - The Arado Ar 234-A Detailed Guide To The Luftwaffe’s Jet Bomber by Richard A. Frank - is now available to pre-order from their website.

23 February, 2016

We have Preview images and information on Fisher Model and Pattern's new 1/32 scale Meteor T.7 conversion, available to order right now.

22 February, 2016

Frank Mitchell presents a new Feature Article on his totally scratch built 1/32 scale Sud-Est SO-8000. 15 images of the model under construction and complete are included.
Brad Fallen reviews Delta One's 1/32 scale decals, "Croatian Air Legion Bf 109 G-6 on the Eastern Front 15 (Kroat)./JG 52". Images of the cover, the seven options and the decal sheet are included.
Mark Davies examines PJ Productions' 1/72 scale Mirage IIIE/5F Weapons Set. Ten images of the resin parts, the cover and the instructions are included.

19 February, 2016

Tonight I present five images and a description of my completed Zvezda 1/48 scale Petlyakov Pe-2 in the Gallery. This is a fabulous kit - exquisitely detailed, with world-class surface textures and almost perfect fit.
Mark Davies reviews Eduard's 1/144 scale Spitfire Mk.IXC/E "Naši se vracejí" Quattro Combo. 19 images of the kit parts, marking schemes, decals and box top are included.

18 February, 2016

Spencer Pollard has also just finished the new Airfix 1/72 scale Shackleton MR.2. We have four images of this model plus a description in the Gallery.
Mick Evans reviews G.W.H.'s 1/48 scale Israeli Air Force F-15I Ra’am, including 14 images of the new parts, decals, marking schemes and box top.
Mark Davies examines Xtradecals' 1/72 scale de Havilland Mosquito FB.Mk.VI/B.VI/B.XX/T.III decal release. Eight images of the instructions, decal sheet and cover are included.
Wingnut Wings has announced two new accessory releases: Item No. 132E0001 200-230hp Benz Bz.IV engine and Parabellum machine gun sprues (US$14.00 - this is the engine & Parabellum machine gun sprues from the Junkers J.1, LVG C.VI and DFW C.V kits), and Item No. 132E0021 100-120hp Daimler-Mercedes D.1/D.II engine & accessory sprue (US$17.00 - this is the engine sprue and wheel, radiator and armament sprue from the Albatros B.II Early kit). These, along with other re-stocked items, are available online from Wingnut Wings' website.

17 February, 2016

Spencer Pollard brings us four images and a description of the forthcoming Revell 1/72 scale Avro Shackleton AEW.2.
Mick Drover reviews Eduard's 1/48 scale Mirage IIIC Weekend Edition, including 21 images of the kit parts, decals, marking schemes, instructions and box top.
Mark Davies examines Xtradecals' 1/72 scale Junkers Ju 87 B/K/R Stuka decal release. Eight images of the instructions, decal sheet and cover are included.

16 February, 2016

Mick Evans reviews Kinetic's 1/48 scale Super Etendard / Super Etendard Modernise. 25 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, decal, marking schemes and box top are included.
Mark Davies examines Xtradecal's 1/72 scale "BAC Strikemasters Worldwide" decals, including nine images of the cover, the instructions and decal sheet.
In the Gallery, we have 16 photos of Michael Casort's 1/48 scale Hasegawa A-7D Corsair II.

15 February, 2016

Mark Davies reviews Brengun's 1/144 scale Avrocar VZ-9 "What-If?" kit. Images of the resin and photo-etched parts, box top, instructions, decals and a completed model are included.
Mick Evans examines Aviaeology's 1/24 scale Typhoon Mk.I Early National Markings and Airframe Stencil Data decals. Images of the covers and decals are included for both sets.
We have Preview images and information on AIMS forthcoming 1/48 scale Junkers Ju 88 A-5/C-2/C-4/D-2 decal sheet designed for the new ICM kit. We'll have more information closer to release.
In the Gallery, Martyn Fox has five images and a description of his Airfix 1/48 scale Spitfire Mk.Vb.

12 February, 2016

Squadron is holding a Presidents' Day Sale that will run through Tuesday, February 16th at noon (CST). You will receive 15% OFF the cart and the coupon code is: SQPRES15.
Tonight I review Eduard's 1/48 scale SBD-5 Dauntless Limited Edition. 27 images of the plastic and resin parts, colour and brass photo-etch, decals, marking schemes and box top are included.
Mark Davies examines Brengun's 1/72 scale US Navy Tow Bar, including images of the resin and photo-etched parts, packaging and instructions.
In the Gallery, Frank Fischer presents his artwork of a Dassault Rafale.

11 February, 2016

Jeff Thomsen brings us his Fonderie Miniature's 1/48 scale F11F-1 Tiger in the Gallery.
Mark Davies reviews Yahu Models' 1/72 scale Caudron C.714 detail set. Images of the multimedia parts, the packaging and instructions are included.
Andrew Judson's Specmodels retail website is now open for business, offering specialised military and figure models and accessories.
Yesterday I referred to Luca Bossi's Grace as 1/32 scale. It is actually 1/48 scale.

10 February, 2016

Luca Bossi presents 12 images of his Hasegawa 1/48 scale Aichi B7A2 Ryusei Kai (Grace) in the Gallery.

9 February, 2016

In the Gallery, Luca Bossi presents his 1/32 scale Pacific Coast Models Macchi C.205 Veltro III Serie. 15 images of the model under construction and complete are included.
Mark Davies examines Brengun's 1/144 scale Tie Down Points (Cross Type) US Aircraft Carrier. Images of the packaging and the photo-etched fret are included.
Brad Fallen reviews Barracuda Studios' Mossie Mouse Mat. An image of the 1/1 scale mouse mat is included.

8 February, 2016

Clark Duan presents his Hasegawa 1/72 scale J-15 Flying Shark in the Gallery.
On Missing-Lynx, Cookie Sewell reviews Orochi Model's 1/35 scale M3A3 Bradley CFV - Standard Edition. An image of the box art is included.

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5 February, 2016

Today's new Squadron ScaleWorkshop video is my examination of the Swann-Morton Retractaway Handle and No.10A Blades. To view the 6 minute 4 second video, simply click the play button on the screen below, or double click to view on YouTube with the option of HD and full screen.

Mark Davies reviews Brengun's 1/144 scale MD-3 USN Fire Tractor, including 11 images of the resin and photo-etched parts, decals, instructions, packaging and a completed model.
In the Gallery, Anis El Bied presents his Tamiya 1/48 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-8/R2.

4 February, 2016

Tonight I review Zvezda's 1/48 scale Petlyakov Pe-2, including 24 images of the kit parts, decals and box top.
Brad Fallen examines Valiant Wings Publishing's Airframe Extra No.1, "D-Day to VE Day - The Air Battle over Europe". Images of the cover and several sample spreads are included.
Mark Davies reviews ten new 1/72 scale Ready-To-Fit Instrument Panels from Yahu Models. Images of all the panels and instructions are included.

3 February, 2016

Tonight I review G.W.H.'s 1/144 scale Handley Page Victor K.2 Tanker. Images of the kit parts, decals and box top are included.
Mark Davies examines Yahu Models' 1/72 scale F4U Corsair Seat & Seatbelts. Images of the multimedia parts, instructions and packaging are included.
In the Gallery, Jeff Thomsen presents a photo of his colourful Trumpeter 1/32 scale Bearcat.
For our Sydney visitors, this Sunday is APMA's annual swap n sell market Q Store to be held at the Hornsby War Memorial Hal.l Doors open at 10am to the public and close about 1pm. For further details, please go to the APMA website.

2 February, 2016

Tolga Ulgur presents 32 images of his Tamiya 1/48 scale P-47D Thunderbolt Razorback in the Gallery.
Mark Davies reviews Brengun's 1/72 scale 50 Gallon British Drop Tank, including images of the resin and photo-etched parts, the packaging and instructions.
Illawarra Plastic Modellers' Association has a new website. It may be found at http://ipmamodels.net.

1 February, 2016

In the Gallery, Christian Lehmann presents 24 images and a description of his Tamiya 1/48 Bf 109 E Diorama "Coming Home".
Brad Fallen examines Kagero Publishing Japanese Fighters in Defense of the Homeland, 1941-1944, Volume 1.
Mark Davies reviews Brengun's 1/72 scale SG-38 Schulgeiter PE Detail Set for AZ Models. Images of the photo-etched parts, packaging and a model in progress are included.
Alpine Miniatures has four new releases that are available now:
- 35208 Tiger Commander Tunisia (1/35) - MSRP $18.00 USD
- 35209 DAK AFV Commander (1/35) - MSRP $18.00 USD
- 35210 DAK AFV Commander Set 2 figures (1/35) - MSRP $34.00 USD
- 16032 101st Airborn "Screaming Eagles" (1/16) - MSRP $60.00 US
For more info and images, check out Alpine's website.
Ampersand Publishing is now taking pre-orders for three new books:

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29 January, 2016

Roland Sachsenhofer presents a new Feature Article on his Tamiya 1/48 scale Heinkel He 219 A-7. 14 images of the completed model are included.
Mick Evans reviews Thundercals' 1/48 scale decals, P-47D Razorback Thunderbolts - Pacific Theatre of Operations Part 4. Images of the marking schemes and the decal sheets are included.
Mark Davies examines Brengun's 1/144 scale Hellcat Drop Tanks. Images of the resin parts, photo-etch, instructions and packaging are included.

28 January, 2016

Mark Davies reviews Brengun's 1/72 scale Grunau Baby IIb PE Detail Set for AZ Models’ Kit. Images of the photo-etched parts and foil, instructions and packaging are included.
Mick Evans examines Fantasy Printshop's 1/32 scale decals, Hawker Hunter in UK Service Pt. 1 Single Seat Variants, including images of the cover and the three decal sheets.

27 January, 2016

Sasha Miloshevic presents a Feature Article on his Hobby Boss 1/48 scale MiG-17F, including 14 images of the assembled kit.
Mick Evans reviews EagleCals decals, Mosquitos Mk. IV B.Mk.IV / PR.Mk. IV, available in 1/32, 1/48 and 1/72 scales. An image of the cover is included.
Mark Davies examines Eduard's BRASSIN 1/72 scale F-4J Phantom wheels, including images of the resin parts, masks, instructions, packaging and CAD diagrams.

26 January, 2016

James Hatch reviews Jasmine Model's 1/48 scale photo-etched F6F-5 Hellcat model. Images of the photo-etched frets, resin parts, instructions and the completed model are included.
G.W.H. has sent box art for their forthcoming 1/48 scale T-33 Shooting Star kit, which will be released in March. The box art has been added to the Preview page.
Tonight I examine Xtradecal's 1/48 scale EE/BAC Lightning T.4/T.5 release, including images of the decal sheet, instructions and the cover.
In the Gallery, Chris Mansfield presents two images of his Tamiya 1/48 scale Fw 190 A-3 in captured US markings.

25 January, 2016

Tonight I review Xtradecal's 1/48 scale EE/BAC Lightning T.5, including images of the decal sheet, instructions and the cover.
On Missing-Lynx, Inside the Armour Publications’ has announced their second book release: ‘Scratchbuilding Masterclass’. The book will be printed in February but ITAP is inviting people to express interest in buying when it prints by emailing them at info@insidethearmour.com with the subject ‘scratchbuilding pledge’. No money will be taken until the book is ready to ship.

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22 January, 2016

Today's new Squadron ScaleWorkshop video is my review of the new Eduard 1/72 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-8 Royal Class Quattro Edition. To view the 7 minute 21 second video, simply click the play button on the screen below, or double click to view on YouTube with the option of HD and full screen.

Tonight I review Xtradecal's 1/48 scale EE/BAC Lightning T.4, including images of the decal sheet, instructions and the cover.
Mark Davies examines Brengun's 1/144 scale Lavochkin La-5, La-5F & La-5FN PE Detail Sets & Canopies. Images of the photo-etched parts on the fret and in action are included.
Julian Shawyer presents four images of his Tamiya 1/48 scale A-1H Skyraider in hypothetical Fleet Air Arm markings.
We thought we had sold out of the 'How To Build the Airfix 1:24 Hawker Typhoon Mk.Ib' book, but this week Marcus Nicholls found a few more boxes in ADH Publishing's store room. If you missed out on the print edition of this book, place your order now before they really run out! As it is in very limited supply, the book is not on the ADH Publishing website, so please phone on UK +44 (0)1525 222573 to order with a credit card, or email to; enquiries@adhpublishing.com

20 January, 2016

James Hatch reviews Wingnut Wings' new 1/32 scale Albatros B.II, including 63 photos of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, woodgrain and marking decals, marking guide, instructions and box top.

19 January, 2016

Mark Davies reviews Brengun's 1/72 scale Blohm & Voss BV 40R, including images of the kit's plastic, resin and photo-etched parts, plus marking guide and box top.
Mick Evans examines Fantasy Printshop's 1/32 scale decals, Hawker Hunter in UK Service Pt. 2 - Twin Seat Variants. Images of the three big decal sheets and the cover are included.
Richard Spreckley presents five images of his Hobby Boss 1/48 scale Tornado F.3 in the Gallery.

18 January, 2016

Barracuda Studios is celebrating eight years in business with a Eighth Anniversary Sale! The sale begins tonight, Monday January 17th, at 12:01a.m. and will come to an end on Sunday January 24th at 11:59p.m. For orders of $35.00 and over, you will get 15% off at checkout. For orders of $100.00 and over, you will get 20% off at checkout. All products on the website are on sale. Note that for overseas orders only, there is a discount code that you can enter at checkout to get an additional $5.00 off to help even the playing field shipping wise between domestic and international orders. Please note the discount code is for orders outside of the USA only. It's Barracuda Studios' way of saying thanks for your patronage and support over the last eight years.

Mark Davies reviews BarracudaCast's 1/72 and 1/32 scale British WWI Wicker Seats No Belts. Ten images of the seats are included.
Adam Longenecker presents five images of his Tamiya 1/48 scale P-51D Mustang in the Gallery.
Valiant Wings Publishing has announced details of their first title of their 2016 programme - Airframe Detail No 4-The Supermarine Swift. They are also also now offering Airframe & Miniature No 2 - The Hawker Typhoon and No 4 -The Hawker Tempest as a two book bundle at the reduced price of £32.95, a saving of £3.95 on both books.
On Missing-Lynx, Cookie Sewell reviews three new releases:

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14 January, 2016

We have six images of Ruben Torres Borrego's Encore 1/48 scale OA-37B Dragonfly in the Gallery.
Mick Evans reviews Valiant Wings Publishing's "Arado Ar 196 A Detailed Guide to the 'Eyes of the Kriegsmarine'" by Richard A. Franks. Images of the cover plus five sample pages are included.
Mark Davies examines PJ Productions' 1/72 scale Ground Crew figure set. Images of the resin figures and the packaging are included.

13 January, 2016

Tonight I review Kinetic's 1/48 scale Su-33 Flanker-D, including 38 images of the plastic and photo-etched parts, decals and box top.
In a related item, I also review Dream Model's 1/48 scale Su-33 PE Update & J-15 Conversion Sets. Images of the resin, photo-etch, decals and printed content are included.
In the Gallery, Pablo Angel Herrera presents seven images of his Hasegawa 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-4/B.

12 January, 2016

Fernando Rolandelli presents his Revell 1/72 scale Tornado IDS in a new Feature Article with 16 images of the model complete and under construction.
Brad Fallen examines Valiant Wings Publishing's "The Bristol Blenheim - A Detailed Guide to the RAF's First Modern Monoplane Bomber" by Richard A. Franks. Images of the covers and several sample spreads are included.
Mark Davies examines PJ Productions' 1/72 scale Cargo Pod. Images of the resin part, the packaging and the instructions are included.
We have Preview images and information on the forthcoming 1/32 scale T-28B/D Trojan from Kitty Hawk. 15 CAD, box top and marking guide images are included.

11 January, 2016

In the Gallery, we have 29 images and a description of Tolga Ulgur's Hasegawa 1/48 scale P-40N Wathawk.
Brad Fallen reviews Wings of the Black Cross Special No.1, Messerschmitt Bf 110. Images of the covers and several sample spreads are included.
Mark Davies examines PJ Productions' 1/72 scale Matra R-530 missile. Images of the resin parts, the packaging and the instructions are included.
On Missing-Lynx, Luke Pitt reviews Nuts & Bolts Vol. 35 - Bussing’s Schwere Pz. Spahwagen Part 1 schw.Pz. Spahwagen (Sd.Kfz.232) (8-Rad) & schw.Pz. Spahwagen (Sd.Kfz.232) (8-Rad). Images of the cover plus seven sample spreads are included.
I have added a couple of photos to my Tamiya M4A3E8 "Easy Eight" Gallery to show the new Tamiya European Theatre crew figures.

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8 January, 2016

Tonight I review Sword's 1/48 scale E.E. (BAC) Lightning T.4 and T.5 kits. 18 images of the kit's plastic and resin parts, decals and box tops are included.
I also review Xtradecals' 1/48 scale de Havilland Mosquito T.Mk.III, B.Mk.IV, FB.Mk.VI including images of the decal sheet, instructions and the front cover.
In the Gallery, we have 29 images and a description of Tolga Ulgur's Tamiya 1/48 scale P-51B Mustang.
Jon Bius has compiled Edgar Brooks' Spitfire Notes from email correspondence and posted them on his website in PDF format. You can download the notes direct from Jon's website.

7 January, 2016

James Hatch reviews Silver Wings' 1/32 scale PZL P.11c including 44 images of the resin parts, photo-etched, turned brass, decals, marking schemes and box top.
In the Gallery, Christos Papadopoulos presents 14 images and a description of his Tamiya 1/32 scale Spitfire Mk.IXc in Hellenic Air Force colours.

6 January, 2016

Christos Papadopoulos presents 15 images and a description of his Trumpeter 1/32 scale F4U-1D Corsair with aftermarket details in the Gallery.
Mick Evans reviews LifeLike Decals' 1/48 scale "Republic P-47 Thunderbolt Parts 7 & 8", including images of the subjects and the decal sheets.
Mark Davies examines Phileditions' book, "RAF, Dominion & Allied Squadrons At War: Study, History and Statistics No.131 (County of Kent) Squadron 1941-1945". Images of the cover plus five sample spreads are included.

5 January, 2016

Kevin Martin presents seven images of his 1/72 scale Airfix Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-4 in the Gallery.
Mick Evans reviews LifeLike Decals' 1/48 scale "North American Mustang Part 3", including images of the subjects and the decal sheets.
Mark Davies examines Phileditions' book, "Squadrons! Number 1 – The Supermarine Spitfire Mk.VI ", including an image of the cover and four sample spreads.
Mick Drover reviews DACO Products' 1/48 scale F-16A/B/C/D Reinforcement Plates. Images of the cover and of the self-adhesive vinyl sheet are included.

4 January, 2016

Tonight I present a Gallery of the 21 models that I built in 2015.
I examine Xtradecal's 1/72 scale Douglas C-54 Skymaster Collection, including images of the decals, the cover and the instructions.
On Missing-Lynx, Cookie Sewell reviews two new releases:
- Takom 1/35 scale Kit No. 2029; T-14 Armata Russian Main Battle Tank
- Meng Model's 1/35 scale 9A52-2 Smerch Russian Long-Range Rocket Launcher

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1 January, 2016

Welcome to HyperScale's 19th year online!

Dieter Wiegmann kicks off 2016 with eight images of Revell's forthcoming 1/72 scale F4U-4B Corsair in the Gallery.
Brad Fallen reviews Wingnut Wings' 1/32 scale AEG G.IV Late Version, including 35 images of the kit parts, decals and box top.
Tonight I examine Xtradecals' 1/72 scale A.W. Whitley B.Mk.V / GR.VIII decals, including images of the decal sheet, cover and instructions.
I have archived HyperScale's What's New entries from June to November 2015. 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.

New Year's Eve, 2015

The replacement computer arrived yesterday and the transfer is now complete. Normal updates will resume tomorrow. Thanks for your patience and wishing all a Happy New Year!

28 December, 2015

I am hoping to have HyperScale updates back to normal later this week. I have been buried under an avalanche of technical problems since upgrading my Mac to the newest operating system last week, and I still cannot access email on this computer (as well as a number of key applications not working). I have a plan to rebuild to a new computer that should be here later this week (the original new computer had a hardware problem and has to be returned). Lots of fun here... without going into more detail, if you are a Mac user, I recommend that you don't upgrade to OS X El Capitan unless you absolutely cannot avoid it!

On Missing-Lynx, I have posted five images and a description of my Tamiya 1/35 scale M4A3E8 "Easy Eight" Sherman.

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21 December, 2015

Floyd Werner presents a new Feature Article on building Kitty Hawk's new 1/48 scale AH-1Z Viper. 28 images of the model are included.
Roy Sutherland has put together a seat painting tutorial on his Barracuda Studios blog. Well worth a look!
Mark Davies examines Brengun's 1/144 scale MD-3 USN Tow Tractor & USN Tow-Bar, including 15 photos of the resin and photo-etched parts, decals and packaging.
On Missing-Lynx, Andrew Judson reviews three 1/35 scale replacement gun barrels for Leopard Leopard 1 and 2A4 from Leopard Workshop. Images of the packaging, the resin and metal parts are included.
Al Bowie examines another two replacement barrels from Leopard Workshop for Leopard L7 and 2A5/2A6.

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18 December, 2015

Tonight I present my new Construction Feature on Eduard's 1/72 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-8 with 23 captioned photos.
Mark Davies reviews Brengun's new 1/72 scale Letov S-16 Bomber/Reconnaissance Plane, including 18 images of the kit's plastic, photo-etched and acetate parts, decals, marking guide and box top.
Jerry Boucher's latest artwork in the Gallery depicts a Fairey Swordfish at Taranto.
Lucky Model now has the Kinetic 1/48 scale Su-33 in stock and shipping.
Wingnut Wings has advised that their new Albatros B.II (Early) and DH.9 Ninak (Post-War) are now in stock and shipping.

16 December, 2015

Mark Davies reviews Eduard's 1/72 scale Avia B.534 III. serie, including images of the marking options, the SUPERFABRIC harness straps, decals and box top.
Tonight I present four images and a brief description of my Fine Molds 1/72 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-6 in the Gallery.
Mark also examines Xtradecals' 1/72 scale RAF & RN Update 2014-15 Part 1. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.

15 December, 2015

Tonight I present four images and a brief description of my Eduard 1/72 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-8 in the Gallery. I will be posting a more detailed build report on HyperScale in the coming days.
HobbyLink Japan is holding their Happy Holidays Sale until 6:00 pm Monday afternoon, December 21st (all Japan Standard Time, UTC + 9). Happy Holidays Sale discounts apply only to in-stock special sale items ordered and charged during the campaign period.
Yellow Wings Decals is also holding its annual Holiday Sales event from the 15th of December to January 15th. Their website will be offering 20% off all stock during this period.

14 December, 2015

Luke Pitt reviews Eduard's 1/48 scale Gladiator Limited Edition including 14 images of the kit's plastic parts, colour photo-etched fret, marking schemes, decals and box top.

11 December, 2015

Barracuda Studios has a new series of announcements for Shackleton Upgrades, Spitfire Cockpit Snapshots, Guardian, Tracker and Mosquito Wheels, RAF Fighter Pilot, in various scales. We have images and information on the Preview page.
Brad Fallen reviews Eduard's 1/48 scale SPAD XIII Weekend Edition, including 34 photos of the kit's plastic parts, decals and box top.
Mark Davies examines Xtradecal's new 1/72 scale release, "RAF BAC Jet Provost T.5", including images of the cover, the instructions and decals.
Rod Bettencourt has sent two images of his Hasegawa 1/48 scale F-14A Tomcat for the Gallery.

10 December, 2015

James Hatch reviews Kitty Hawk's brand new 1/32 scale OS2U Kingfisher. 56 images of the kit parts, decals, marking schemes and box top accompany Jim's detailed examination.
Mark Davies examines PJ Productions' 1/72 scale MATRA AS-37 Martel Missile, including images of the resin parts, the instructions and the packaging.
We have two images of Rod Bettencourt's Monogram 1/48 scale F-102A Delta Dagger in the Gallery.
Maurizio di Terlizzi has sent five Preview images and information about his latest 1:1 scale multimedia kit - a British Spitfire Cannon Armed Spade Grip.
Wingnut Wings has announced two forthcoming releases - Kit No. 32061 1/32 DH.9a 'NINAK' (Post War) US$119 (stock expected mid-December) and Kit No. 32046 1/32 Albatros B.II (Early) US$119 (stock also expected mid-December).

9 December, 2015

Mick Evans reviews Kinetic's 1/48 scale AMX-T/1B Two-Seater Trainer. 30 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals, schemes and box top are included.
Rod Bettencourt's latest Gallery entry is his Hasegawa 1/48 scale F-16C Block 25.

8 December, 2015

Tonight I review Eduard's 1/72 scale Fw 190 A-8 BRASSIN Cockpit, Exhausts and Wheels plus Fabric Seat Belts & Photo-Etch for their new Wurger kit. I have already started building the kit, so the review includes photos and insights into assembly.
Roland Sachsenhofer presents a description and 12 images of his Hasegawa 1/32 scale Ki-44 II Otsu in the Gallery.

7 December, 2015

Mick Evans reviews Hussar Productions' recent book, Fighting Units in Color No.5 "56th Fighter Group Part 1. Kings Cliffe Kindergarten – Halesworth Heyday". This title includes decals for seven Thunderbolts in 1/72, 1/48 and 1/32 scales. An image of the cover, a sample page and the decal sheet are included.
Rod Bettencourt presents two images of his Hobby Boss 1/48 scale FB-111 in the Gallery.
On Missing-Lynx, Cookie Sewell examines two new kit releases:
- UM Military Technics 1/35 scale 76.2mm Gun Model 1902/1930
- Miniart 1/35 Scale Red Army Drivers

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4 December, 2015

Tonight I review Kinetic's new 1/24 scale P-47D Thunderbolt "Razorback". 43 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals, marking options and box top are included.
Brad Fallen examines Eduard's BRASSIN 1/48 scale Spitfire 30 Gallon Slipper Tank. Images of the resin and photo-etched parts, instructions and packaging are included.
Rod Bettencourt's latest Gallery entry is a Hasegawa 1/48 scale F/A-18F Hornet.
Errata. In a recent review, Mark Davies suggested that SBS Model's 1/72 scale SAAB Gripen wheels were too small. Subsequent information indicated that, in fact, SBS's wheels are the correct size. The review text and conclusion has been revised to reflect this new information. We apologise for the error.

2 December, 2015

Alyssa Sklarski reviews AMK's new 1/48 scale MiG-31BM/BSM Foxhound, including 27 images of the kit parts, decals, instructions and box top.
Mark Davies examines Brengun's 1/72 scale multimedia A/S32A-32 Spotting Dolly. Images of the resin and photo-etched parts, decals and packaging are included.
Rod Bettencourt presents three images of his Hasegawa 1/32 scale Junkers Ju 87 D-8 Stuka in the Gallery.
For the information of our Australian visitors, the inaugural annual Sydney Model Show will be held on 2 and 3 April 2016 at Blacktown NSW. More information will be posted to their Facebook page as the even draws closer.

1 December, 2015

Jim Hatch reviews Zoukei-Mura's 1/32 scale Focke-Wulf Ta 152 H-0, including 54 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals, marking schemes, masks, instructions and box top.
Mark Davies examines Eduard's 1/72 scale BIG SIN detail for for the Eduard Avia B.534. Eleven images of the resin and photo-etched parts, instructions and packaging are included.
Rod Bettencourt presents two images of his Hasegawa 1/72 scale P-3C Orion in the Gallery.
Valiant Wings Publishing is holding a Free Shipping Sale. Order any of the Airframe & Miniature, Airframe Album and Airframe Detail books and get free shipping (excludes duo bundles). Offer starts Tuesday December 1st and finishes Sunday December 6th.