SS Rex Ocean Liner - With ScaleDecks Wood Deck - Italian Line / Mid To Late 1930s
Resin Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Mint
$669
Finally, the Pride of the Italian Line in 1/350 scale! The SS Rex is from the same team that brought you the 1/350 SS Normandie Ocean Liner. This four year project is a 100% new model and represents the Rex in her glory years of the mid 1930s. All design work was done in CAD by Ken Friend, a master modeler, designer and builder of experimental engines and test equipment and an engineer who specialized in CAD/CAM/CAE Systems Management and Implementation. All of the smaller parts are printed on ultra-high resolution 3D SLA resin printers. These parts meet and often exceed what is possible with injection molded plastic. Only the larger parts (hull, deck pieces and funnels)are cast resin. These are pressure-cast from de-aired molds to minimize air bubbles. The Italian Line advertised that "The Southern Route Is the Lido Deck Route." By virtue of avoiding the stormy and cold North Atlantic, travelers experienced a true outdoor lifestyle. The Rex was intentionally designed for this. For this model, extensive research and time was spent capturing the exact look of the colorful 1st and 2nd Class Aft Pool Areas- from the changing room & showers, grab rope on the pool, pool slide, stairs & diving boards, tables with umbrellas, recessed (covered) 1st Class Restaurant/Lounge and more. Because of the superior performance of 3D Printing, over 90% of the usual PE (photoetched) metal parts are now 3D printed resin. This is a vast improvement as they are no longer flat, but are true to the shape of the prototype. This also makes for a nearly complete model "out-of-the-box." Includes a real wood deck from Scaledecks. NOTE: railings are the only parts not included with the model shown. They are not required to complete the kit, however 1/350 railings are sold by a vast number of aftermarket sources. I will refer all buyers to the sources that I believe work the best with the kit. more info >
Amodel Miasischev M-50A Bounder - Supersonic Soviet Bomber, 1/72, 72016
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$210
Rare and the only 1/72 scale injection-molded kit ever made of this giant Russian Supersonic Bomber. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. From the website nuke.fas.org comes this descriptions: OKB Myasishchyev began working on the supersonic intercontinental bomber M-50 in 1956. The aircraft was intended to be equipped with and the supersonic long-range M-61 cruise missile, also developed by OKB Myasishchyev. The bomber had a strategic strike capability due to its range of 10,000 km plus the 1000 km range of the missile. The M-50 had forward trailing triangular wings, a wing span of 35.1 meters and a length of 57.5 meters. Powered by four "16-17" engines developed by P.F. Zubets, two engine pods were mounted outboard on the wings and two less powerful engines at the tip of the wings. The prototype was constructed in 1959 and made the first flight on 27 October 1959. As engines the which were supposed to equip the airplane were at that time not yet available, on the prototype version two VD-7 engines and two VD-7g were used. In this configuration the demonstrated a speed of Mach 0.99. The second M-50, designated the M-52, carried the Zubets engines around which the aircraft had been designed. The engine installation was modified, and a second tailplane was added to the top of the fin. In December 1960, N. S. Khruschev, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union (CPSU) made a speech at the Supreme Soviet session in which he proclaimed the inexpedience of the further development of military aircraft. The Soviet leader, fascinated by the triumph of Russian space technology and exploration, directed that all the tasks formerly executed by the combat aircraft be performed by guided missiles of various types. The Council of Ministers and the CPSU Central Committee issued a joint decree terminating work on new aircraft. The first victims of the decree were the Lavochkin and Myasischev aircraft design bureaus. They had to fully reorganize their work. V. Myasischev was appointed director of TsAGI. He was very disappointed at the fact that only a few of his M-50 and M-52 long-range supersonic bombers were produced. In 1960 development of the M-50 bomber was halted when OKB Myasishchyev was dis-established. Surprisingly little is known about the Bounder. One writer commented that it was "an outstanding failure which revealed an embarrassing lack of understanding of the problems of high-speed flight."
Adams USMC Winnie the Whale LVT(A)(4), 1/40, K157-149
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$135
Very rare 1958 high-quality model and the original issue from Adams. Features working bogies, flexible tracks, crew of two, four soldiers and more. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. The box displays better than the 'very good+' grade but is rated as such because there is a small, narrow litho tear on the left short side. These molds must have had a very interesting history. The molds were cut in the late 1950s, either at Adams or by one of Revell's contractors. It appeared to be part of the Adams/Revell 1/40 line but only Adams issued the kit. UPC (Universal Power Master) had use of these molds in the 1960s are perhaps the early 1970s; however, the molds were probably in Japan as most if not all the UPC production occurred there. Around this point, SNAP plastics of Hillside, New Jersey acquired this kit along with many of the other ex-Adams military molds. While the UPC issues say 'Made in Japan' the SNAP issues say nothing of the origin of the manufacture; so perhaps they were made in New Jersey. Things get even more interesting with the Life-Like issue. How Life-Like came across the molds is unfortunately unknown but it may have been in a bulk-purchase of molds from SNAP since there were in the same general part of the country. This is simply conjecture, however.
Heller TWO DH-89 Dragon Rapide With Aerofile Decals For Air France Or Olley Air Service, 1/72, 80345
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$54
SALE!! Includes two kits in one box. Both kits are Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Includes mint condition Aerofile DH-89A Dragon Rapide Decals for Air France and Olley Air Service. With markings and paint guide. The Heller decals are for for Air Couriers Ltd 'G-AKNY' and 6 Air Observer Squadron, Grande Bretagne 1940.
Matchbox TWO McDonnell F-101F / RF-101B / CF-101B Voodoo - USAF (2) and RCAF, 1/72, PK-411
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$38
SALE!! Includes two models in one box. NOTE: these models have very minor and 'professional' quality subassembly as follows: Kit #1: (1) set of exhaust halves; (2) lower intake fences to lower wing root intakes. There is no other assembly. Inventoried complete with all parts, decals and instructions present. Kit #2: (2) sets of exhaust halves; speed brakes to fuselage (closed position) and (2) lower intake fences to lower wing root intakes. There is no other assembly. Inventoried complete and includes decals and instructions. These kits from 1982 feature parts and markings to build all listed versions. Contains decals for F-101F 'Happy Hooligans' 178 FIS of the North Dakota ANG in 1973 (natural finish), RF-101B 192 TRS Nevada Air National Guard, 1972 and CR-101B No. 409 'Night Hawk' Sqn 1970.
Revell B-25 Mitchell Bomber The Flying Dragon - Air Power Issue, 1/64, H136-100
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$48
1961 hardbox and part of Revell's 'Air Power' issue sporting the original 'S' kit box artwork. Inside, the airplane is from the original 1950s 'S' molds and even has the original decal artwork for The Flying Dragon. Well molded and features rotating turrets and propellers, pilot, copilot and bomber figures and more. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. NOTE: the smaller parts are a different shade of green color; they are from a later issue of the same kit. The decals are from the "S" issue which means they also have the round stand decal.
Trumpeter German Zestroyer Z-43 1944 Z Class Destroyer Plus Lion Roar Super Detail Kit And Wood Hunter Wood Decak / Chain / PE Details, 1/350, 05323
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$135
Build the ultimate 1/350 scale Z-Class destroyer! Includes a factory sealed Wood Hunter W35045 Wood Deck With Metal Chain and Brass PE Details and the very rare Lion Roar RS3509 WII German Navy Z-Class Destroyer Super Detail Set. It has never been used and the many parts are all still in the factory sealed bags but NOTE: missing one fret 'F' which is the turret fret. Fortunately the model has good guns and turrets. Otherwise all of the small parts (resin details, metal gun barrels, etc.) are still in the factory sealed bags and the other 11 frets are present and complete. Includes extensive instructions The actual model is state-of-the art from new molds. It includes numerous photoetched parts in two frets (details and railings), a one-piece full hull and is extensively detailed with 470+ parts. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Platz TWO T-34 Mentor - JASDF Trainer Aircraft - With Markings For 8 Aircraft, 1/144, PF-21
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: NM
$29
Includes two complete models and certainly ranks among the finest 1/144 scale models ever made. Features all new tooling, excellent detail, super-fine recessed panel lines, good cockpit, enclosed gear wells, optional position (up or down) landing gear and more. Includes two display stand. Includes a extensive decal sheet with black wing walks and anti-glare cowl, fine stripes, stencils and a wide variety of markings for 8 different aircraft. There is a full color painting guide on the back of of the box. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Encore Mig-3 x.6/12 With True Details Resin / Mig-3 z.6 With True Details Resin / Yak-9D / Yak-9 DD/T/K, 1/72, 1022
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
$38
SALE!! Includes all four kits. All four are never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. Both Mig-3 kits includes True Details resin cockpit, alternate exhausts, corrected intakes, 30mm underwing cannon and weighted tires. All models have recessed panel lines and decals with paint guides for three different aircraft.
Airfix BAC-111 (BAC 111 One-11) - British Caledonian and Aer Lingus Irish International Air Lines, 1/144, 03178
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$29
Still factory 'round tape' sealed. Nicely molded kit with fine raised panel line detail, recessed control surface lines, optional position airstair rear door, optional position landing gear and colorful British Caledonian or Aer Lingus decals.
RPM Tankette TK-S With 7.62mm Hotchkiss Machine Gun wz..25 - Poland 1939, 1/72, 72500
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$26
SALE!! Includes two kits in one box. Both kits are never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Airfix Douglas A-26 B or a-26C Invader, 1/72, 5011
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG++
$36
Still factory sealed. This 1975 issue includes parts for either 'B' or 'C' variants and features good cockpit detail, rotating turrets with elevating guns, movable control surfaces, drop tanks, external bomb load or under-wing gun packs, bomber nose or solid nose, and dual position bomb bay with internal load and more. Includes paint guide and decals with personal aircraft markings for 'Monie' or 'Miss Mildred.'
Monogram B-58 Hustler - SAC Supersonic Bomber, 1/48, 5704
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$89
First issue dated 1985 with the best mold quality. Very large and detailed model. Features highly detailed landing gear and wheel wells, full cockpit and unique ejection pod, four nuclear bombs, two pod choices and opened or closed cockpit hatch. Includes paint guide and markings for the "Bendix Trophy Winner" that made the record New York to London run. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. The box displays much better than the 'good' rating but is graded as such because there is tape residue along the lower edge of all four sides.
Renwal 1910 Stanley Steamer - O Scale, 1/48, 132
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$32
Still factory sealed and from the late 1960s/early 1970s. This is one of a wonderful and extensive line of 1/48 car kits from Renwal. They are perfect as a stand-alone models or for use in 1/48 dioramas and O Scale train layouts. Renwal did an excellent job on engineering & detail and they feature full interior, body and chassis parts molded in the proper colors as well as clear, chrome and/or brass plated and with real rubber tires. There is no painting required. The instructions include a history of the automobile.
AMT 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 2 Door Hardtop 3 in 1 - Stock / Competition / Stylized, 1/25, T757-200
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$79
Very rare first issue. The kit features parts for three versions - stock, custom or race. Includes detailed stock 283 small block engine, 409 CID 'W' head engine, engine stand, full stock interior, custom interior with bucket seats, custom wheel and gear shift, telephone with bracket and stuff alligator, optional stock hubcaps, mag wheels or custom bladed cap, standard tires or racing slicks, chassis with separately molded rear differential, shock absorbers, traction masters, front A arms and front lower suspension unit, detailed engine compartment with opening hood and more. Furthermore, the "Minor Stylizing" section of the instructions shows more included features such as whip antenna, spotlights, fender mirrors, three piece car show trophy, custom front and rear treatments, scoop aerials and roof scoops, horizontal tail fins, rear roll pan, nerf bars and bubble fender skirts. The more radical 'Top Chopping' and major 'Stylizing Options A and B' display how to chop the top and use the included clear lowered 'bubble top,' a wild front end extension with Lincoln-style custom headlights, extended hood and 'pancake hood' insert, wild deck body extension with custom bullets, rear grill and tail lights and more. The kit is molded in white, clear, red-tint clear, two trees of chrome parts and rubber tires. The kit has never been started. Inventoried and NOTE: missing one stock part, oil filler tube. NOTE: the following custom parts are missing: chrome oil pan; custom manifold; custom air clearer; blower and manifold (4 pieces); magneto; blower front engine cover and blower fan belt assembly; race headers; (2) custom headlight buckets; roll bar; mascot; (2) custom carbs; custom 2 bar grille. Otherwise includes all other parts, the original sandpaper and upholstery material, decals and instructions. NOTE: missing tube of AMT body putty.
Airfix Sud Caravelle Air France - Skyking Issue, 1/144, 03177-8
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$34
1979 issue of the well molded kit of one of the most beautiful airliners ever designed. Features clear cabin and cockpit windows, full landing gear and rear loading ramp stairs that open and close. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Special Hobby Folland Gnat F Mk.I - RAF North Weald Air Display June 1963 / SS Essess Aircraft Carrier In The Med 1991 / Red Arrows Edmonton 1975 / RAE Farnborough Sept 1959 Later Sold to Finland / Pre Production XK740 Engine Development Flights Until 1967, 1/72, SH72322
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$26
Very nicely molded kit and easily the finest Gnat in 1/72 scale. Features recessed panel lines, very good cockpit, detailed gear wells and more. Includes color paint guide and decals for all versions listed. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Revell Focke-Wulf Fw-190, 1/72, H615-60
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$29
One piece box is dated 1962 and has frameable artwork. This issue is a few years later than that date due to the 60 cent price extension. Never started. Inventoried complete with all parts, decals and instructions present. Please NOTE that three smaller parts are a different color plastic. They are from an earlier issue of this same kit.
Kitty Hawk TF-9J F9F-8T Cougar - Two Seat Trainer, 1/48, KH80129
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: NM
$79
This model is very high quality and from new molds. Includes photoetched parts and very colorful markings for 4 different aircraft. Never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Mach 2 North American AJ-2 / AJ-2P Savage With Aeroclub Savage Metal Propellers And Undercarriage Set, 1/72, GP006
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$46
Includes the factory-sealed Aeroclub #V089 Cast Metal Propellers And Undercarriage Set. The actual model builds either version (attack bomber or photo/recon) of the post-WWII heavy carrier based attack bomber. Never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
UPC M-40 155mm Self-Propelled Gun - (ex Adams), 1/40, 2151-200
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$65
Universal Powermaster reissue of the 1957 Adams 'Action Model' that is amazingly well detailed for that time. Features rotating, elevating and recoiling gun, working track and hatches, hinged platform that opens and closes, working extension ramp, crew and much more. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bag and includes decals and instructions. This kit has a fascinating history. After Adams became disillusioned with plastic model kit production (perhaps partially due to Revell's founder), they sold most if not all of the molds to Athearn, the famous craftsman train kit manufacturer. Athearn reissued many of the kits under the SNAP name, which caused a great deal of confusion. Many thought they were snap-together kits; they couldn't have been more wrong. Athearn did a simple modification to each mold; where it would say ADAMS (usually on a part or area that did not show), they machined that away and put the SNAP logo. At some point Athearn stopped production and eventually sold the molds. However, during this time in the 1960s, UPC decided to reissue many of these kits. Evidently Athearn did the molding or a job shop did, while UPC produced their own boxes, instructions and decals. UPC stood for Universal Powermaster Corporation which was based out of New York City, NY. UPC did not cut their own molds, but bought kits already molded from other manufacturers (many in Japan) and re-boxed the kits in the USA. Scott Eidson, the famous artist best known for his artwork with Revell, also did UPC box art in the 1960s. All UPC production ended in the 1970s.