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    Air battles over Malta 1942

    Hello! I recently finished building model kits of Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Vb and Messerschmitt Bf 109-E both of which had roles in dogfights over Malta. I was wondering if anyone knows any more planes that had parts in this battle ( between June 1940 and November 1942). I tried to find more...
  2. Where do you get your model kits from?

    I usually buy my kits from a local store in my city, and although they are good, I need more variety. Any suggestions? Thanks!
  3. Display Models

    Who makes the best display models of WWII airplanes.
  4. Lone Star Models

    Hi everybody, does anybody had the opportunity to do some business with Lone Star Models? I'm asking the question because I found they produce a resin kit that I needed, I got a quote from them, I placed my order and paid via PayPal on December 11, 2015. So far nothing arrived but what...
  5. Creamer's Dream - Red Tails P-51D from the Tamiya kit in 1:32

    Hi everybody, on early december a purchased a Xmas presente for myself: and after some research I decided to try to build the replica of this bird: Why this subject? At least for two reason: I liked the muovie on Red Tails and there was a link with Italy as they were based in...
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    Are you a P-51 freak?

    I like all WWII aircraft, but my all time favorite is the Mustang. I love reading about it, watching documentaries about it, building models of it, etc. Who else can't get enough of this marvelous bird?
  7. Bf109G-10 Erla "Black 11" - Revell 1/32

    This is the Revell 1/32 Bf109G-10 Erla finished as Black 11 of 14/JG300. The aftermarket goodies I purchased for this build were: 1. Alley Cat Models 109G-10 Erla Correction Set 2. Alley Cat Models 109G-10 Small Wing Bulges 3. RB Productions Luftwaffe Harnesses 4. Quickboost Revi 16B Gun...
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    Vultee Vengeance series done by Raul Jose Hrubisko

    Hello I would like to share with you our Vultee Vengeance series which is finally completed. My father made these 22 models a couple of month ago but last week our friend Luis gave us some special decals used on these models. My father made a lot of modifications on each model for example...
  9. Kyiv Scale Models Fest 2015

    Dear Colleagues! We are glad to invite all of you, whose hobby is producing or collecting the card, wooden, plastic or other scale models, to take part in Kyiv Scale Models Fest which will be held on May, 30-31 at the following address: Str. Khreschatyk, 2 (European square), The Ukrainian...
  10. High Altitude Combat

    What was the greatest altitude where combat between fighters took place. I know the RAF intercepted Ju86 PR planes at 40,000ft+ but that was a specially lightened Spitfire against a converted bomber. I am asking how high did regular combat take place between standard service models of...
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    Curtiss P-40 Information Request

    Hello All, I am finding a lot of conflicting information on the P-40 Series of aeroplanes. One would expect that with such a well known and common aircraft, the dimensions would be well documented. Here is what I have: P-40E - Length is 31 feet 8 23/32 inch. Often rounded to 31 feet 8.75...
  12. **** DONE: 1/72 Beechcraft (18S) C-45H - Allied Manufactured Aircraft

    Username: destrozas First name: sergio Category: intermeadilly Scale: 1/72 Manufacturer: PM models PM304 Model Type: Beechcraft C-45H accesory: none kit I would put a profile of the plane itself but only I could find images of models assembled product profile
  13. **** DONE: 1/48 Macchi MC.205V - Mediterranean Theatre of Operations

    Username: destrozas First name: sergio Category: intermeadilly Scale: 1/48 Manufacturer: Tauro models Model Type: Aeromacchi mc205 serie V Aftermarket addons: resin engine, SBS cockpit
  14. Type 99 Ki 48 Sokei ''Lily'' (1/48 AZ models)

    Hi eveyone in the forum! My next project is about the Type 99 Ki-48 "Sokei". The kit comes from 1/48 AZ models with thick plastic, wrong nose shape and no detailing except for a styrene Nakajima Sakae set. Therefore it's recommended only to those who want to add a lot of scratchwork detailing...
  15. P-40B/C Kittyhawk or Warhawk?

    What is the correct designation for the P-40 B and C models in U.S. service? Was it Kittyhawk or was it Warhawak? Or was it just Hawk? I know the later models were called Warhawks I know the British called some models Kittyhawks Also What calibre guns did the P-40B/C have? All 30 cal or...
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    White Ensign Models (WEM) Closing

    As per the title. White Ensign Models announced on it's website that it will be closing it's doors for the last time on 28th of this month. I have been using their Colourcoat paints for several years and very good they are too. I'm an old school enamel user and these have sprayed better than...
  17. One week to go

    With one week to go there are 18 completed models and 12 on the go for this group build. A great variety of aircraft and finishes have and will be done, lots of fun and lots of great models. Cheers, Jeff
  18. P-47D RAZORBACK, 1/48 Monogram " DONE! "

    Hello dear friends and colleagues in this beautiful hobby. About a month ago I bought this model to a collector of old models. And my desire to continue enjoying my build aircraft of the Second World War, I always look for free time to construct and implement the many tips and techniques...