22 August, 2011

• On Missing-Lynx, Steve Zaloga presents six images and a description of his 1/48 scale scratchbuilt and kitbashed amphibious Sherman, the T6 Device.

• Tim Bumb's latest artwork is a PaK 40 7.5cm gun in a piece entitled "Hit and Run".

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

21 August, 2011

• We are at the 2011 Scale Models Expo and IPMS New Zealand Nationals this weekend, and I have just posted a report and 85 photos of scenes from the show, and aircraft and armour models on display.

• Also from the show, Wingnut Wings' surprise release was a 1/32 scale Pfalz D.XII, which may be built as the early or late version. More photos and images are included in the show report, and a full review will be posted in the coming days. The kit will be available on Wingnut Wings' website by early October..

19 August, 2011

• Michael Hickey presents 12 images of his Kinetic 1/48 scale F-16C Block 52+ in Hellenic Air Force markings.

• Dave Wilson reviews Brengun's 1/48 scale Heinkel He 162 update set for Dragon's kit. Six images of the set's resin and photo-etched parts plus the instructions are included.

• Rodger Kelly examines Yellow Wings Decals' "Curtiss P-36A, 1938-39 20th Pursuit Group Barksdale Field, Louisiana. Group Commander’s Aircraft". Images of the decals, the instructions and the cover are included.

• Glen Porter reviews the Kagero book, Super Drawings in 3D No.10 "The Heavy Cruiser Prinz Eugen". An image of the cover is included.

• We have Preview images of two new decal sheets from Freightdog Models - 'Silver Merlins' & 'Keeping the Peace'. These include some interesting options for Tamiya's 1/32 scale Mustang and Spitfire kits, and a wider selection in 1/48 scale too.

18 August, 2011

• Squadron is currently running a 48 hour sale, with 25% off your entire order (excluding shipping and pre-sale items). Check out Squadron's website for more details!

17 August, 2011

• Tonight I review Great Wall Hobby's brand new 1/48 scale Northrop P-61A Black Widow. 40 images of the model's plastic and photo-etched parts, decals and box top are included.

16 August, 2011

• Dave Johnson presents three images of Tamiya's 1/32 scale Spitfire Mk.XVIe, which appears in a big article in Issue 5 of Military Illustrated Modeller. magazine

• Eric Duval is back with his other model from the Eduard "Dual Combo" box, a 1/48 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 D-11. Ten images are included.

• David Veres reviews AIRlife's new book by Neil Robinson, "Operation ‘Overlord’: June – September 1944, Volume 1 (RAF & Commonwealth Air Forces)". An image of the cover is included.

• Rodger Kelly examines Yellow WIngs Decals' 1/48 scale "Curtiss P-36A - 1938-39 35th Pursuit Group 77th Pursuit Group Squadron Commander's Aircraft". Images of the covers, the decal sheet and the instructions are included.

15 August, 2011

• Eric Duval presents ten images of his 1/48 scale Eduard Focke-Wulf Fw 190 D-13 "Weekend Edition" in the Gallery, painted with the Testor Aztek airbrush.

• Phil Parsons reviews Eduard's 1/48 scale MiG-21MF Weekend Edition, including 42 images of the kit's box top, plastic parts, decals and instructions.

• Rodger Kelly examines F-4Dable Models "Born in the USA! U.S. built aircraft of the TUDM (Part 1): F/A-18D Hornet", available in both 1/48 and 1/72 scales. Images of the cover, the instructions, decal sheet and reference photos are included.

• 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.

• On Missing-Lynx, Al Bowie reviews Vulcan Models' new 1/35 scale Light Tank Mk.VIb. 20 images of the kit parts, decals and box top are included.

• Richard Woods' new artwork this week is a crew member from a self propelled sIG or PAk within a Jager Regiment.

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

12 August, 2011

• Tonight I review Eduard's brand-new 1/72 scale Grumman F6F-3 Hellcat, including 32 images of all the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, decals and box top, plus a reference photo of the elusive Hellcat "grin".

• Wingnut Wings has announced that they will will be attending the Scale Models Expo/IPMS(NZ) Nationals in Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand on 20-21 August 2011. As well as displaying examples of many of their upcoming models they will have exclusive pre-release sales of a brand new model which is having its world premiere at this most prestigious New Zealand model show. The subject of the new model will be kept under wraps until the doors open at 10am on Saturday morning. Limit 1 per customer. Only while stocks last. Actual release and and website sales will be in late September-early October 2011. For more information check out http://www.wingnutwings.com/ww/news

• I will be crossing the ditch to attend the IPMS(NZ) Nationals next weekend too, so I will have photos, videos and news from New Zealand as well.

• Paul Fisher has sent images and information on the next releases from Fisher Model and Pattern which include a reissue and revision of the big 1/32 scale Sea Fury (now with open cowl and bock tread tyres), Zuni rockets, F-105 wheels in 1/32 scale and more. Check the Preview page for more details.

11 August, 2011

• Thomas Muggli presents a Construction Feature on his 1/72 scale Italeri Northrop F-5E Tiger II. Eight images of the model are included.

• Dennis Rossko brings us a new Feature Article on his 1/48 scale MPM Heinkel He 177 A-5 "Hi-Tech" edition. 12 images are included.

• Mark Davies reviews Xtradecals' Spitfire Mk.Vb decals, available in 1/72, 1/48 and 1/32 scales. Images of the decal sheet and instructions are included.

• Rob Baumgartner examines Windsock Worldwide Vol. 27 No.3, including an image of the cover.

10 August, 2011

• "Bondo" Phil Brandt presents a big Construction Feature on his fictional but feasible 1/48 scale North American N.R.-349. 15 images are included.

• Rodger Kelly examines Afterburner Decals' 1/32 scale East Coast Superbug CAGs Part 1: F/A-18E/F. Eight images of the decals, the cover and instructions are included.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Windsock Datafile 147, RAF FE2b at War by Paul Hare. An image of the cover is included.

9 August, 2011

• Paul Coudeyrette's latest Gallery is twelve images of Dragon's 1/32 scale P-51D Mustang.

• Rodger Kelly reviews the book and decal combination, Kagero Top Colors 24 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.XVIe. Images of the cover and the decal sheet plus sample pages are included.

• Floyd Werner examines Lifelike Decals' 1/32 scale offering, Supermarine Spitfire Mk.XVIe Part 1. An image of the cover is included.

• We have Preview images and information on Silver Wings' forthcoming 1/32 scale Fairey Flycatcher.

8 August, 2011

• Levent Temel presents 14 images of Eduard's 1/48 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-8 "Weekend Edition" in the Gallery.

• Brad Fallen reviews Xtradecals' "P-51D Mustang Mk.IV in RAF, RCAF and RAAF service", available in 1/32, 1/48 and 1/72 scales. Images of the decal sheets and the instructions are included.

• Mark Davies examines the Mark 1 Dozen Set book and decals for the Messerschmitt Me 210 / 410, available in both 1/48 and 1/72 scales. Sample pages from the book plus an image of the decal sheet are included.

• On Missing-Lynx, we have Preview information and CAD images of Kinetic's debut military vehicle, a new M-ATV (MRAP) in 1:35 scale, due for release in Novermber 2011.

• Richard Woods' new artwork this week is a StuG crew member.

• Pat Johnston joins Lu Rodriguez as a new Moderator of the Missing-Lynx 1/48 scale Forum. I am sure that Pat's magnificent work in this scale will be known to most of you, and it is a pleasure to welcome him to this new role.

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

5 August, 2011

• I finished my Tamiya 1/32 scale P-51D Mustang this week, so the Gallery has been updated with two new images (one as the title image, another at the bottom of the page) and commentary. Decals are a new release by Xtradecal, by the way. This model, along with others by Roy Sutherland and Mark Glidden, will be described in detail in the forthcoming ADH Publishing book, "How to Build Tamiya's 1/32 scale P-51D Mustang". This will be available for pre-order very soon. Stay tuned!

• Arne Badent's latest artwork is a Seafire Mk.XV in homage to TinTin.

• Rodger Kelly reviews Afterburner Decals' 1/48 scale West Coast Superbug CAGs Part 1: F/A-18E / F / EA-18G. Images of all three decal sheets plus cover and instructions are included.

• Rob Baumgartner examines Windsock Worldwide Vol.27, No.2 - March/April 2011, including an image of the cover.

4 August, 2011

• Bill Dedig presents a new Construction Feature on Encore Models' 1/48 scale F-102A Delta Dagger. Eleven images are included.

• Dario Giuliano brings us eight images of his 1/32 scale Eduard Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-1 in the Gallery.

• Rodger Kelly reviews Iliad Designs' 1/48 scale decals, Milestone Phantoms. Images of the decal sheet and instructions are included.

• We have Preview information and an image of Shesto's Lightcraft Magnifying Solutions, including a nifty set of magnifying glasses.

• In Adelaide, South Australia, the 10th Annual Aviation Scale Model Display & Competition will be held on 27 - 28 August, 2011. For more information, please visit their website by following this link.

3 August, 2011

• Ted Taylor has wasted no time building the new Airfix 1/72 scale Vickers Valiant BK.MK.1 in a new article on his "Ted's Modelworks" HobbyVista site. 15 images of the model, under construction and complete, are included.

• Mark Davies reviews Valom's 1/72 scale Dassault MD 450 Ouragan. 18 images of the plastic and multimedia parts, the decals and boxtop are included.

• We have more Preview images and information from Barracuda Sudios, this time for new 1/48 and 1/72 scale BarracudaCals decals for P-51D Mustangs and F4U Corsairs. These will also be available at the IPMS USA Nationals in Omaha.

• Colin from Freightdog Models has also sent a Preview image of the revised "Brits Abroad Part II" decal set in 1/72 scale.

• I have fixed a problem with the thumbnail gallery in Greg Conterio's La-5F article from yesterday. You should now be able to see the rest of the photos.

2 August, 2011

• Gregory Conterio presents a new Feature Article on his 1/48 scale Vector Resin Lavochkin La-5F. Eleven images of the completed model are inclued.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Roden's new 1/32 scale Nieuport 24 bis, including 19 images of the kit parts, decals and box top.

• Roy Sutherland has announced the impending release of four resin updates and two decal sheets for Tamiya's 1/32 scale P-51D Mustang from Barracuda Studios. Images of the decal sheets are included on the Preview page.

• Rodger Kelly examines Iliad Designs' 1/72 scale decIliad Design Item No. 48022 - Milestone Phantomsals, "More Stars in the Sky" (as in Hollywood stars). Images of the cover, the decals and instructions are included.

• Mark Davies reviews Mark 1 Ltd Dozen Set Saab JAS 39 Gripen Colours & Markings book and associated decals, available in 1/48, 1/72 or 1/144 scales.

1 August, 2011

• Andrea Hohne presents eight images of his 1/32 scale Revell Arado Ar 196 A-3 in the Gallery.

• Rodger Kelly examines Afterburner Decals' 1/48 scale East Coast Superbug CAGs Part 1: F/A-18E/F. Eight images of the decals, the cover and instructions are included.

• Glen Porter reviews Mushroom Model Publications Orange Series No 811, Gloster Grebe and Gamecock. An image of the cover is included.
  

• On Missing-Lynx, Bill Watt reviews Tristar's new 1/35 scale Panzer IV/70(A) Sf.Kfz. 162/1. Eleven images of the kit parts and box top are included.

• Richard Woods' artwork this week is a crew member from a SiG or PaK in a Jager Regiment.

• David Doyle's latest book from Squadron Signal Publications, "K5(E) Railgun Detail in Action", is now available from Squadron. More details are available by following the link.

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

29 July, 2011

• Ed Kinney brings us eight images of his 1/48 sale Kinetic EA-6B Prowler with Skunkmodels Workshop's deck equipment as well.
  

• Dave Wilson presents a new Feature Article on Wingnut Wings' 1/32 scale Hansa-Brandenburg W.2. Nine images of the completed model are included.

• Phil Parsons reviews Werner's Wings' 1/35 scale Blackhawk Medevac Interior detail set. Seven images of the resin parts, box top and instructions are included.

• Rodger Kelly examines Carcal Decals' 1/48 scale S-2 Trackers Around the World, including 17 images of the individual schemes and the decal sheets.

27 July, 2011

• Roland Sachsenhofer presents 12 images of his 1/32 scale Eduard Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-1 in the Gallery.

• Brad Fallen reviews Werner's Wings' 1/32 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 V-14 conversion, including 15 images of the resin parts, decals and box art.

• Rob Baumgartner examines Mushroom Model Publications' French Wings No.2, Nieuport-Delage Ni-D 29 & Ni-D 62 Family. Images of the cover and a sample page are included.

• Valiant Wings Publishing has announced the ten lucky winners of the Hawker Typhoon book pre-order prize draw:

  • Guenter Scheuren - Germany
  • Philippe Letailleur - France
  • Michael Wood – Canada
  • Romano Fanconi – Switzerland
  • Francisco Manuel Rodriguez Ortiz – Spain
  • Martin Bendsoe – Denmark
  • Marc Dalton-Brockwell – England
  • Douglas Teetzel – USA
  • David Johnston – Canada
  • Andre Dorion – CanadEach wins either one of five 1/48 scale Hasegawa car door Typhoon kits or one of five 1/72
  • CMR Typhoon NF.1b kits.

Thanks to Hobbylink Japan and CMR for supplying the draw prizes.

26 July, 2011

• Ed Kinney builds not one, but two of Trumpeter's 1/48 scale F-100D Super Sabre kits in a short new Feature, "A Pair of Huns". 14 images are included.

• Paul Momot presents his artwork of a P-51D Mustang entitled "Jyst Hangin' Around".

• Calum Gibson reviews Platz's 1/144 scale A-4E Skyhawk “VMA-211 Wake Island Avengers”. Images of the two kits, decals and box top are included.

• Mark Davies examines Balkan Models' 1/72 scale decals for Yugoslav AF Roundels & Flags and Numbers. Images of covers and the decal sheets from both sets are included.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Windsock Datafile 146, Pfalz D.XII at War. An image of the cover is included.

• We have Preview images and information on Afterburner Decals next batch of releases due for release at the 2011 IPMS USA Nationals, including images of all five covers and the decal sheets.

• Because flood waters continue to disrupt traffic on Interstate 29 near Omaha, the 2011 IPMS Nationals website has suggestions for those who planning to use I-29 to drive to Omaha from the north and south. Traffic from the east and west on I-80 is not affected and all roads are open between Omaha's airport, Eppley Airfield, and the rest of the city. See http://www.ipmsusa2011.org/index.cfm?mode=news for the specific information.

25 July, 2011

• Mike Rinaldi presents a detailed and lavishly illustrated tutorial entitled "Oil Paint Rendering - an Introduction". 31 captioned step-by-step images accompany Mike's text. Although this article is posted on Missing-Lynx, it has plenty of relevance to aircraft modellers too.

• Also on Missing-Lynx, we have a big Constructon Feature by Rob Schaepe on Great Wall Hobby's 1/35 scale Krupp 12.8cm Pak 44 Anti-Tank Gun. Eleven images are included.

• Missing-Lynx welcomes Richard Woods with his artwork of an officer of 11 Pz Div, 1943.

• Cookie Sewell reviews a number of new releases:

  • cyber-hobby.com 1/35 scale Sd.Kfz. 10 w/3.7 cm PaK

  • Dragon's 1/35 Scale King Tiger Henschel Turret Last Production w/Transport Track

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

22 July, 2011

• Thomas Muggli presents a new Construction Feature on Revell's 1/72 scale Hawker Hunter F. Mk. 58 finished in striking Swiss markings. Six images of the model are included.

• Arne Badent brings us his newest artwork of a Dornier Do 17 Z-2 Flying Pencil from the Battle of Britain.

• Luke Pitt reviews the new 1/48 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 189 A-1 Uhu Night Fighter from Great Wall Hobby. Images of the new parts, decals and box top are included.

• Mark Davies examines the five debut offerings from new company, "Radial Engines and Wheels 72". Images of the five releases are included.

• Eli Raphael has sent Preview information and images of the new 1/32 scale Zotz decals for Trumpeter's Harrier GR.7 and II Plus kits.

• Phil Parsons has reviewed Kiwi Decals' 1/144 scale release for Air Asia A320 Airbus kits. Images of the decal sheet and instructions are included.

• BTW, Andreas from AirDOC has clarified that the price for their Ju 87 Stuka book reviewed earlier in the week is Euro 16.95 for the standard edition, and Euro 29.95 for the special edition signed by Lt. Wilhlem Noller, holder of the Knights Cross. I have made this change to the review.

21 July, 2011

• Alex Angelopoulos presents ten images of his 1/32 scale Hasegawa Focke-Wulf Fw 190 D-9 in the Gallery.

• Jerry Boucher brings us another new artwork, this time a Messerschmitt Bf 109 F-2.

• Tonight I review the new Airfix 1/72 scale Vickers Valiant, including 12 images of the kit parts, decals and box top.

• James Fahey examines Pheon's two decal releases for Wingnut Wngs' 1/32 scale Pfalz D.IIIa kit. Images of the decal sheets and the instructions are included.

• David Veres reviews the new book from Air Britain, Texans and Harvards in Latin America by Dan Hagedorn. An image of the cover is included.

19 July, 2011

• Jerry Boucher presents a new artwork of Messerschmitt Me 262 A-1a (W.Nr.111690) flown by Oblt. Fritz Stehle.

• Roland Sachsenhofer presents 14 images of his 1/72 scale MPM de Havilland Sea Vixen in the Gallery.

• Mark Davies reviews the new Azur serie FrRom 1/72 scale Vickers Vildebeest Mk.III. 21 images of the kit's plastic and multimedia parts, decals and box top are included.

• Jennings Heilig has a limited quantity of interesting decals for a Spitfire from the movie, "The Battle of Britain". Jennings has sent a description and some images of these decals, which are available in 1/72, 1/48 and 1/32 scales.

• Rob Baumgartner examines AirDOC's new book, Junkers Ju 87 Stuka Part Two - The D Variant by Manfred Griehl. Images of the front and rear covers are included.

• Those who are planning to fly to the 2011 IPMS National Convention in Omaha should visit the convention website, and read the latest news which has information about ground transportation between Omaha's Eppley Airfield and the LaVista Convention Center, site of the convention and about 20 miles from the airport.

18 July, 2011

• Dieter Wiegmann presents 20 images of Revell's forthcoming 1/72 scale Junkers Ju 88 A-4 built from the very first test shot.

• Roy Sutherland has sent images and information on the next releases from BarracudaCals, P-51D Mustangs available in 1/32, 1/48 and 1/72 scales. A new set of F4U Corsair decals in 1/72 scale will also be available.

• On Missing-Lynx, Steve Zaloga presents six images and a description of his Dragon 1:35 scale Imperial Japanese Navy Type 2 Ka-Mi amphibious tank.

• Glen Porter reviews Revell's 1/72 scale 8.8cm Flak 36 Plus Kommandogerat 40, Sd.Ah.52 and Sd.Ah. 202 trailer. Ten images of the box art and kit sprues 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"

15 July, 2011

• I have made more progress on Tamiya's 1/32 scale P-51D Mustang this week, so the Gallery has been updated with four new images (one as the title image, with the three other new images at the bottom of the page) and commentary. This model, along with others by Roy Sutherland and Mark Glidden, will be described in detail in the forthcoming ADH Publishing book, "How to Build Tamiya's 1/32 scale P-51D Mustang". More details will be posted closer to publication.

• Mike Williams presents a short Feature on his brand new 1/48 scale Airfix Seafire F.XVII. 14 images of the model under construction and complete are included.

• Mark Davies reviews Valom's new 1/72 scale Bristol Buckmaster T.1, including photos of the kit parts and an analysis of accuracy. 20 images are included in total.

• James Fahey conducts a comparison between three brands of 1/32 scale WWI Five Colour Lozenge decal - D.B. Decals, Wingnut WIngs and Pheon Models. Twelve images support James' analysis.

13 July, 2011

• Chris Wauchop brought his breathtaking 1/32 scale Zoukei-mura Focke-Wulf Ta 152 H-1 around yesterday. We have three photos of the model in the Gallery today. A big article on this model will feature in the fifth issue of the newest magazine from ADH Publishing, "Military Illustrated Modeller".

• Gregory Conterio presents a Feature Article on his 1/72 scale F-101A Voodoo conversion based on Hasegawa's kit. Nine images of the completed model are included.

• Mark Davies reviews six new 1/72 scale accessories from Aires for F-16I SUFA, F-22A Raptor & ACES II . Images of all the multimedia parts are included.

• We have Preview images of Hussar's forthcoming 1/32, 1/48 and 1/72 scale decals for Pacific P-51D Mustangs, available online from AirConnection.

• Mick Evans examines the recent release from Stackpole Books, "The Men Who Killed the Luftwaffe".

12 July, 2011

• Paul Coudeyrette has already finished HobbyBoss' 1/32 scale F-84E Thunderjet. 12 images are included in this new Gallery.

• Glen Porter reviews HobbyBoss' 1/72 scale Hawker Seahawk FGA.6. 12 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals and box top are included.

• Rob Baumgartner examines Eagle Editions' "Wings of the Black Cross Number 7" by Jerry Crandall, including images of the book's front and rear covers.

• Mark Davies reviews six of the latest aircraft accessories and diorama accessory kits from Brengun in 1/72 and 1/144 scales.

• Valiant Wings' new book, The Hawker Typhoon - A Guide To The RAF's Classic Ground-Attack Fighter by Richard A Franks, is now available may be ordered from www.valiant-wings.co.uk

• Ray Rimell from Albatros Productions has launched a Blog to keep readers up to date between Windsock Worldwide issues.

11 July, 2011

• On Testor's ScaleWorkshop, Frank Cuden brings us three images of a striking 1/48 scale Canadian P-51D Mustang built using Tamiya's kit plus Testor and Floquil enamels.

• Rob Baumgartner examines Wingnut Wings 1/32 scale decals, "Wooden Wonders", for Wingnut Wings' Albatros D.Va. Images of the instructions and the two decal sheets are included.

• Mark Davies reviews a new 1/72 scale Meteor Mk.3 resin seat and vacform canopy from Pavla. Images of both the sets are included.

• I received a unexpectedly large number of responses to my reviewer request last week. I have now decided on a short list of new reviewers, based on their area of specialisation amongst other things. I did not get a chance to respond personally to all the emails, but thanks to everyone who indicated their interest.

8 July, 2011

• I have been neglecting my HyperScale updating duties over the last few days because I have been distracted by Tamiya's 1/32 scale P-51D Mustang. What a breathtaking kit! I should have the fuselage sealed up tomorrow, but in the meantime I have posted a Gallery of six photos of some of the work so far.

7 July, 2011

• Mark Davies reviews ten recent 1/72 scale modern UK figure and accessory sets from AirFRAME. 16 images and an analysis of all the releases are included.

• We have Preview information and an image of Shesto's Rotacraft Miniature Power Tool Solutions.

6 July, 2011

• Ted Taylor has a detailed article on building Revell's forthcoming 1/32 scale Heinkel He 111 P-2 to his HobbyVista "Ted's Modelworks" site. 33 images are included.

5 July, 2011

• The Doctor is in! Frank Mitchell is back, this time with his 1/32 scale X-S Models Pond Racer. Seven images of the model, both complete and under construction, are included in this new short Feature.

• Rafe Morrissey reviews Master Details' 1/32 scale P-47 Thunderbolt separate tail surfaces for Hasegawa's kit, as well as an introductory abrasive set. Images of the resin parts and the tools included in the abrasive set are included.

• Rob Baumgartner examines Mark 1's Dozen Set books on the Fieseler Fi 156 Storch and Messerschmitt Me 210/410. Images of the covers and the decal sheets (each with 12 marking options), plus a summary of the profiles are included.

• We have Preview images and information on the debut decal release in Kagero's new Red Series, "Pacific Mustangs". These are available in 1/72, 1/48 and 1/32 scales.

• Ted Taylor has reviewed Ad Hoc Publications' "From the Cockpit - Supermarine Swift #14" By Nigel Walpole on his HobbyVista "Ted's Modelworks" site.

4 July, 2011

• Good news for Android device users - ADH Publishing's maazines, including Tamiya Model Magazine, Model Airplane International and Model Military International, are all now available in Android format. To download an issue or subscribe, just follow the above links.

• Emmanuel Pernes brings us ten images of Airfix's new 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-4/B in the Gallery.

• Mark Davies rounds up and evaluates 18 of the newest 1/72 scale accessories and updates from Quickboost. Images of all the resin parts are included.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews two new EagleCals decal sheets for Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-6 and the Ta 152 H, available in 1/32, 1/48 and 1/72 scales. Images of the cover and the decal sheets are included.

• The 2011 IPMS National Convention announces that a group of re-enactors will visit the convention on Saturday, August 6, dressed in mostly in German and American WWII uniforms but also going as far back as those worn in the American Civil War. The re-enactors plan to bring an Sd.Kfz 251 half-track, some Sd.Kfz 222 scout cars, Jeeps, an M20 half-track, an M3 White half-track and a 45mm Russian anti-tank gun.

• On Missing-Lynx, we have three images of Luke Pitt's 1/48 scale kitbashed Tamiya and HobbyBoss T-34/76 in the Gallery.

• Tim Bumb's latest artwork is a Panther being inspected by British troops entitled "What Have We Here?"

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

29 June, 2011

• Great Wall Hobby will release an all-new 1/48 scale Northrop P-61A Black Widow by the end of July. We have images of the box art and CAD illustrations. Thanks to Guido Hopp for the information.

27 June, 2011

• Today I review Tamiya's forthcoming 1/32 scale North American P-51D Mustang, including 77 images of the kit's plastic and multimedia parts, decals, masks and box art. The best Mustang kit in any scale? We have a winner!

• We have exciting news for modern aficiandos too. Kinetic Model Kits has just announced a forthcoming 1/48 scale C-2A Greyhound, due for release in September. The kit is available for pre-order now from Lucky Model.

• I will be away from my desk for most of the rest of this week (not building the Mustang unfortunately), so updates will be sporadic.

24 June, 2011

• I have just been advised that the server hosting company will be doing some maintenance tomorrow, and the servers may be off the air for up to two hours on Saturday from 1:00 AM – 3:00 AM US CDT. I apologise for any inconvenience.

23 June, 2011

• Mick Evans reviews Trumpeter's 1/32 scale Sukhoi Su-25 Frogfoot A. 57 photos of the plastic parts, photo-etch, five decal sheets and box top are included.

• It appears that a few bugs crept into the What's New page HTML over the last few days, mainly I think due to its size. I have now archived the entries from October 2010 to the end of May 2011, and fixed the other coding problems so the page should load properly. The archived content may still be accessed at the bottom of the page. The links for yesterday's reviews were playing up too, but they are both working fine now:

  • Valom's 1/48 scale Antonov An-2 Colt.

  • Pavla's 1/72 scale ejection seat and canopy for the new Airfix 1/72 scale F-86E/F Sabre kits.

22 June, 2011

• Mick Evans reviews Valom's 1/48 scale Antonov An-2 Colt. Four of the boxings are discussed in this review, which includes mages of the box art(s), plastic and multimedia parts.

• Mark Davies examines Pavla's 1/72 scale ejection seat and canopy for the new Airfix 1/72 scale F-86E/F Sabre kits. Images of the resin seat and vacform canopy are included.

21 June, 2011

• Hannants has sent Preview images and information on their soon-to-be-released 1/32 scale Xtradecal sheet for six Mustang IVs, just in time for the new Tamiya kit. The same subjects will also be available in 1/48 and 1/72 scales.

• Piotr Dmitruk brings us a new Feature Article on his 1/72 scale Classic Plane (Modellbaustudio Rhein-Ruhr) EXTRA 300. 16 images are included.

• In the Gallery, Ron Denning presents three images of his 1/32 scale scratch built Lunar Module.

• Mark Davies reviews no less than eight new details sets for A-Model's 1/72 scale Vampire Mks. I and 6 from Pavla. Images of all the resin and vacform parts are included.

• Mick Evans examines Carcal Models' 1/48 scale decals for Skunkmodels' General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper UAV. Images of the cover and the decal sheet are included.

• Also, just a note about the new Special Hobby banner above, that Hawk 75 kit is actually 1/32 scale (although the previous banner said 1/72).

20 June, 2011

• Olivier Barles presents 20 images of his 1/32 scale Hasegawa Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-6 in the Gallery.

• Mark Davies reviews Owl Decals' "Night Fighter Experts" decal sheets in 1/72 and 1/48 scales. Images of the covers, instructions and decal sheets are included,

• Glen Porter examines Mushroom Model Publications latest Polish Wings title, "Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IX 1942-1945". An image of the cover is included.

• On Missing-Lynx, Steve Milstone-Turner presents seven images of his 1/35 scale Dragon Panther Ausf. G in the Gallery.

• Stephen Armstrong brings us four images of his 1/35 scale Dragon Karl Morser.

• Saul Garcia reviews LionMarc's 1/35 scale Skoda UV vz. 34 37mm Barrel for Panzerkampfwagen 35 (t). Images of the resin and metal parts as well as two reference photos are included.

• Cookie Sewell examines several new releases:

  • Trumpeter's 1/35 scale Russian Voroshilovets Tractor

  • Trumpeter's 1/35 scale Soviet B-4 M1931 203mm Howitzer

  • Bronco's 1/35 scale YW-531C Armored Personnel Carrier

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

16 June, 2011

• We have some sample pages and information on Issue 3 of Military Illustrated Modeller magazine. This second Aircraft Edition features detailed builds by Ian Robertson, Chris Wauchop, Dave Aungst, myself and more. This issue is due on UK newsstands today, and may also be ordered online right now.

• We have Preview images and information on Sword's new 1/72 scale Spitfire PR. Mk.IV and PR. Mk.IV Trop kits.

• Michael Scott has transcribed his interview with Roy Sutherland, the creator of Cooper Details and Barracuda Studios, and and posted it to his website. You can read the interview by following this link.

15 June, 2011

• We have Preview images of the 2011 IPMS Nationals Decal Sheet, Yankee Station MiG Killers, provided in 1/72 and 1/48 scales. This will be presented to all registered attendees at the Nats, and will be available afterwards from Sprue Brothers.

• Aleksandar Andric brings us a Construction Feature on his 1/72 scale Dornier Do 17 Ka-3, converted from the RS Models kit. 22 images of the model, under construction and complete, are included.

• Ron Denning presents five images of his 1/32 scale scratch built Martin PBM-3D Mariner in the Gallery.

• Mark Davies reviews Resin Art's two new 1/48 scale F-111 replacement wheel sets. Images of the F-111A/D/E/F and F-111 C/G wheels are included.

• Mick Evans examines OH Models' 1/32 scale decal release, "Foreign Spitfire Mk.IXc/e Part 1". Images of the cover and the decal sheet are included.

• For our UK visitors, Margate’s Big Event featuring the Airfix Air Show takes place on this weekend, Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 June. The Avro Vulcan bomber and the Red Arrows display team will be the main stars of the Airfix Air Show. The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight will be returning to the area again, while the Tigers parachute team will be jumping into the sea off Margate Main Sands. There is plenty of family fun on the ground too, with bands, food, a fairground and much more. Additional information is available on the Airfix webiste.

14 June, 2011

• Alan Sannazzaro presents a new Feature Article on Williams Brothers' 1/72 scale C-46 Commando. Eleven images are included.

• Jon Bryon brings us a Construction Feature on his Academy 1/48 scale Spitfire Mk.XIVe, built using the DACO resin replacement nose and update set. 34 images are included.

• Mark Davies reviews four new 1/144 scale aircraft updates and accessories from BrenGun. Images of the parts are included.

• Rodger Kelly examines Model Alliance's recent 1/48 scale decal release, "RAF Coastal Command Post-War Part 1", which is also available in 1/72 scale. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.

• Gary Madgwick from Aviation Workshop has sent Preview images of the next batch of decal and accessory releases from AIRframe, the new name for Model Alliance products.

• The current topic on Theme Pics, "Invasion Stripes", is proving quite popular. Check out the latest models from HyperScale's visitors or add some photos of your own!

13 June, 2011

• Raul Corral presents a Feature Article on his 1/48 scale Tamiya P-51B entitled "Heavy Weathering a Big Mac". 22 images are included.

• Mark Davies reviews nine new sets of undercarriage legs from Scale Aircraft Conversions, and offers a thoughtful discussion on the pros and cons of white metal landing gear.

• Mick Evans examines Max Decals' 1/48 scale release, Irish Air Corps 1922-1956, which includes 14 subjects. Images of the instructions are included.

• On Missing-Lynx, Cookie Sewell reviews a number of new kit releases:

  • Commander Models' 1/35 scale M2A1 Medium Tank

  • Academy's 1/35 scale M1151 Enhanced Armament Carrier

  • Dragon's 1/35 scale Sherman M4A3(75)W - ETO

  • Dragon's 1/72 scale Kfz. 69 6 x 4 Towing Vehicle with 3.7 cm PaK 35/36

  • Dragon's 1/72 scale Sd.Kfz. 223 Liechte Panzerspaehwagen 1+1

• Tim Bumb's latest artwork is a Panzer II.

• Alpine Miniatures has three new releases for June, 2011:

• 35120 Michael Wittmann 1944 (1/35) - MSRP $16.50 USD

• 35121 Balthasar "Bobby" Woll (1/35) - MSRP $16.50 USD

• 35122 Tiger Aces in Normandy 2 figures (1/35) - MSRP $32.00 USD, and

• 16013 WW2 British S.A.S. Commando (1/16) - MSRP $50.00 USD

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

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

10 June, 2011

• Jerry Creager presents a new Feature Article on building Roden's 1/32 scale Siemens Schuckert D.III. Ten images are included.

• Martin Hatala brings us 12 images of his 1/32 scale Revel (Hasegawa reboxed) Focke-Wulf Fw 190 D-9 in the Gallery.

• Tonight I review Freightdog Models 1/48 scale release, "Post-War Seafires Griffon Engined". Perfect timing for the brand new Airfix Seafire Mk.XVII, but also with options for the Mk.XV and FR.46 / 47.

• Rob Baumgartner examines the new title from Aeronaut books, "Jean Navarre - France’s Sentinel of Verdun and the first French fighter pilots". An image of the cover is included.

• Mick Evans reviews PT Decals' 1/32 scale "L’Armee de L’Air/Aeronaval NC 900, MS.500, SBD-5, FF-5, P39Q, D.520". Images of the cover and the decal sheet are included.

9 June, 2011

• "Bondo" Phil Brandt presents a new article on building Anigrand's big 1/144 scale Lun Erkanoplan. 32 images of the model, both completed and under construction, are included.

• Alan Sannazzaro brings us a short Feature on his 1/72 scale MPM Wellington Mk.II. Seven images are included.

• Ken Bowes reviews Mark 1's Dozen Set books and decals, "Lockheed T-33 Thunderbird" and "SAAB JAS39 Gripen". Sample pages from the books and images of the decal sheets, which are available in multiple scales, are included.

• Mick Evans examines Iliad Designs' 1/48 scale decal sheet, "Camouflaged B-29s". Images of the cover and the decal sheet are included.

8 June, 2011

We have a slightly belated new topic on Theme Pics - "INVASION STRIPES". Show us your Allied aircraft in any scale wearing black and white invasion stripes for D-Day and beyond. We'll look forward to seeing your stripy models!

• Andrea Hohne has sent eight images of Peter Lauerbach's 1/32 scale Revell BAe Hawk T.1A, finished using Xtradecal markings.

• Mark Davies reviews Czech Master Resin's 1/72 scale de Havilland Sea Vampire Prototype & F.20 kits. Images of the kit parts, decals and box tops are included.

• Ken Bowes examines two decal sets for F-14s from FCM - Sundowners Part 2 in 1/72 scale and VF-114 Aardvarks in 1/144 scale. Images of the covers, decal sheets and instructions are included.

• Mark Proulx reviews Aviaeology's debut book, "Early Canadian Military Aircraft Acquisitions, Dispositions, Color Schemes & Markings Vol. 1". Imagesof the covers plus 16 sample pages are included.

7 June, 2011

• Atilla Aydemir presents 22 images of his 1/48 scale Eduard Focke-Wulf Fw 190 D-9 in the Gallery.

• Paul Coudeyerette's latest Gallery entry is 12 images of his 1/48 scale Revell F-89D/J Scorpion.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Wingnut Wings' two latest 1/32 scale decal releases for their Pfalz D.IIIa kit. Images of the cover sheet and the decals themselves are included.

• Mark Davies examines the revised and updated book, Classic Warbirds #12 The ANZACs. Images of the cover plus four sample pages are included.

• We have Preview information and images on the latest SuperScale International decal releases for 1/48 scale A-6 Intruders and 1/72 scale B-17 Flying Fortresses.

6 June, 2011

• EagleQuest 2011 is almost upon us again. EagleQuest XX will run from June 23 to June 25, with special guests including noted researcher and prolific author David Doyle, Marcus Nicholls from Tamiya Model Magazine International and Ken Schofeldt of Badger Airbrush fame. You can also meet Matthew Wells, Mike Kirchoff, Mike Mummey, Jef Verswyvel and more. I was lucky enough to attend this show last year, and I had a great time - highly recommended! For more information and to register, just follow this link.

• Tonight I review the third in Japo's Luftwaffe Over Czech Territory 1945 series, "Messerschmitt Me 262s of KG and KG(J) Units". This book includes decals for eleven Me 262s in either 1/72 or 1/48 scales. Images of the cover, sample spreads and the decal sheet are included.

• On Missing-Lynx, Steve Zaloga brings us five images and a description of his 1/35 scale Italeri Semovente 47/32.

• Al Bowie reviews Tasca's new 1/35 scale M4A3E8 Sherman “Easy Eight” (Korean War). Eleven images of the kit parts, the box top and the decals 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"

3 June, 2011

• Lucky Model is celebrating eight years of busines with a big sale. Lucky Model invites you to join their celebration and take advantage of the best deals, Anniversary discounts, and free worldwide airmail shipping program.

• Floyd Werner has sent Preview information and images of his 1/32 scale Werner's Wings Messerschmitt Bf 109 V-13 and V-14 conversions. Images of the master parts are included.

2 June, 2011

• Fernando Rolandelli presents a new Construction Feature on his 1/48 scale Spitfire PR.ID (PR.IV) conversion based on the Special Hobby Mk.VC. 19 images are included.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Eduard's 1/48 scale Albatros D.III Oeffag 253 Weekend Edition, including images of the box top and decals.

• Mark Davies rounds up and evaluates ten of the newest 1/72 scale accessories and updates from Quickboost. Images of all the resin parts are included.

• David Doyle's newest book from Squadron Signal Publications is now available - F4U Corsair Walk Around. This title is available for just USD$17.06 directly from Squadron or, in the UK, £16.99 online from ADH Books.

1 June, 2011

• Valiant Wings has announced that anyone ordering the forthcoming book, "The Hawker Typhoon - A Complete Guide To The RAF's Classic Ground-Attack Fighter" by Richard A. Franks before July 10th will have a chance to win one of five Hasegawa 1/48 Hawker Typhoon kits or one of five CMR 1/72 Hawker Typhoon NF.1b kits. Orders may be placed online at www.valiant-wings.co.uk or by phone or fax on +44 (0) 1234 273434

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