Frog Handley Page Dart Herald Jersey Airlines, 1/72, 363P
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$225
Very rare model from the 1950s of this early British Prop-jet airliner in Jersey Airlines livery; Jersey was the first operator in the World to sue the Herald in scheduled service. Before entering passenger service, the Dart-Herald went on 6 world tours covering 250,000 miles and visited more than 60 countries. Heralds carried 56 passengers or 6.5 tons of freight at a range of 1000 miles and a cruising speed of 275 mph. The kit features separately molded rudder, ailerons and elevators, two position passenger and cargo doors, rotating propellers and wheels, boarding stairs, seated and standing pilots and stewardess. The kit even includes a cork-stopped glass container of gray or silver paint which is still good. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, extensive decals with all stripes and instructions. Decals are the best I have seen and are 'Near Mint+', almost factory new. The instructions are 'near mint' with typical yellowing only. Postal insurance is required for this kit.
Topping Martin Bullpup-B ASM-N-7b (AGM-12C) Air-to-Ground Missile
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$159
Rare Factory/Desk Promotional model produced by Topping for Martin. Larger version with 10 inch missile. Condition is exceptional. Missile is 'mint' and base is easily 'near mint ++.' The correct, original stand says 'Martin Bullpup B.' There are no repairs, no touch-ups and no cracks. Please note that shipping insurance is required.
Jo-Han 1963 Oldsmobile Starfire Hardtop - Stock / Custom / Drag or Track, 1/25, 2163-139
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair
$125
Very rare original issue from late 1962/1963. This issue has more than double the number of pieces of the 1970s issue. This model features parts to build any one of the three versions listed, full interior, opening hood, detailed engine, engine compartment with firewall, battery, radiator and washer jar and molded underside detail. Molded in gloss light tan, chrome plate, clear, red tinted clear and with rubber white sidewall tires, metal axles and metal body screws. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried with all car parts 100% complete and photocopied instructions. NOTE: missing decals and the original instructions. These photocopied instructions are from a photo and not the originals. The source photos were only 'fair', which means that you can inventory and assemble the kit with them but they are not good for anything else. The box displays only 'fair' because of bug damage to the lithograph.
Aurora Dutch Boy, 1/8, 413-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$125
Hard-to-find issue with a 1957 date. It is even rarer in this condition, which is with an 'excellent' box, never started and still factory sealed inside. This is part of Aurora's very famous 1/8 scale figure kits. This one includes a base with a map of Holland and Dutch Box with hat, wooden clogs and skates. Molded in a very light flesh-like color. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the factory sealed clear internal bag. Includes instructions in 'near mint' condition.
Aurora American Astronaut - Gemini Program, 1/13, 409-100
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$149
Rare first and only release from 1967. The box is in 'excellent' condition with light wear (mainly on the lower edge and top left corner) as shown. This is a well detailed kit has Extra-Vehicular Life Support System (ELLS), Astronaut Maneuvering Unit (AMU) and unique Earth/Moon backdrop and Gemini Capsule base. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Revell Jupiter With Truck And Trailer - US Army IRBM, 1/100, H1824-129
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$220
Rare. Original one-and-only issue dated 1958. The box is in 'very good' condition with brilliant color and gloss, four solid corners & no repairs, stains or tears, and no price tags or tape (other than the factory sealing tape, of course). The flaws are edge and corner wear and light general wear, the two small lithograph chips at the very lower right, a light crease at the top left and other light general wear as shown. The model features a loading crane elevates and swivels 360 degrees & is fully rigged with blocks and tackle; a realistic simulation of the entire load-to-launching process can be duplicated with the trailer, truck, crane and launch pad, crew of 4, textured concrete base, missile launch pad, removable Jupiter IRBM and more. Molded in correct white and olive drab. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. The decals are perfectly flat, intact and grade 'excellent+' condition with light age yellow as the only flaw. The instructions are in 'excellent+' condition with slight age yellowing. NOTE: Parts #35, crane corner, is broken in two. Both parts are present and they fit back together perfectly. On two of the crane booms parts, several of the fine braces are broken out. For one, all of the broken parts are present; for another a few tiny braces are broken out and missing. These are straight sections that can be replaced with stock plastic or pulled sprue.
Academy USS Reuben James FFG-57 Special Edition - Plus Oliver Hazard Perry-Class Frigate, 1/350, 14106
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
$105
This special edition model is highly detailed and includes numerous brass PE parts. Never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Revell German Submarine U-boat Type IXC U505 Late, 1/72, 05114
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$145
Hard-to-find issue that is still factory 'round tape' sealed. Very large and highly detailed 1/72 submarine kit that can be built for static display or converted to radio control (parts for conversion are not included).
ITC Staggerwing Beechcraft Motorized - (D17S or G17S Staggerwing YC-43 - UC-43 - GB-1 and Traveller I), 1/32, 36558-298
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$485
Incredibly rare and even more so in this condition - never started and complete in a 'very good' box. This is a large scale model of the one of the most famous light planes of all time and part of the very famous ITC motorized action model series. The kit feature true scale appearance, motorized propeller and a gearing system that provides drive on one wheel so the aircraft taxis with the propeller turning. Includes all motorizing hardware, metal shafts, brass switch contacts and battery box contacts, other metal parts, electric motor, gears and more. The kit has never been started. All hardware as well as the electric motor are still in the factory sealed bag. The plastic parts were never factory bagged and have been inventoried 100% complete. Includes decals that are flat, intact and in 'excellent+' condition for the box art aircraft and instruction booklet that is in 'near mint' condition. The box is solid, complete, no repairs excellent color and gloss and has light general wear, edge wear and age foxing on the center and lower right as shown in the photo. Other kits in this famous and valuable motorized action line included the Beechcraft Bonanza, Grumman Goose, ,Sub Chaser, Graf Spee, NS Savannah, many automobiles and others. There were even hand-held Remote Control motorized versions of a few other kits including the Subchaser, Graf Spee, NS Savannah, Ford Model T Pickup, Mercury Sport Convertible, Ford Victoria Hardtop, US Army Personnel Carrier, T-92 Airborne Tank, Soviet Rocket Launcher and Soviet Amphibious Tank. The top-of-the-line Cam-A-Matic series combined motorization with gears & cams to create even more impressive action. The Halibut Sub, B-29, Thor Missile Base and USS Enterprise Aircraft Carrier were a few of the kits that made up that line. All are valuable collector's items today.
Nichimo Maya Heavy Cruiser Motorized, 1/500
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$119
Very Rare. Nichimo was founded in 1951 and was a very famous Japanese kit manufacturer both at home and around the world. This model dates from the late 1950s or very early 1960s and is part of an extensive and sought-after 1/500 scale IJN Warship Series with expensive glossy box art from the 'Golden Age' of Japanese model kit illustrations. The model can built for motorized operation in water or static with waterline or full hull display. Well detailed and molded for that time, it features all hardware for motorizing, a steel and brass gear box for dual-propeller drive, switch, wire, universal joints, brass batter contacts, metal shafts, an original Mabuchi FA13 still in the original colorful box, one piece lower hull (molded in a realistic IJN 'Hull Red'), one piece upper hull (molded in gray), detailed deck and superstructure, rotating main turrets and separately molded secondary battery and AA guns, catapults, floatplanes and more. Never started. The plastic parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags; the hardware bag is open and inventoried complete. Includes instructions, silver and gold foil-covered cardboard name plate and internal packing display 'band.' Please note that Nichimo did not supply decals with this issue. Please note that the box would display slightly better than the 'good+' rating, but is graded as such because there is a closed tear at the center of the right short side. It has been very neatly and correct repaired from the inside with light weight cardstock and book binding glue.
Matchbox Handley Page Victor K Mk.2, 1/72, PK-551
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$32
Well detailed model of the tanker version of the venerable 'V' Force bomber. Includes decals for 55 Sqn RAF Marham 1979, 57 Sqn RAF Marham 1982 and 232 OCU RAF Marham 1975. Detailed and large painting guide is included. NOTE: this kit has very minor, 'professional' quality subassembly as follows: 5 seats glued to floor. There is no other assembly. Inventoried 100% complete and includes decals and instructions.
Kitty Hawk Su-35 Fullback - 4 Different Markings Options, 1/48, KH80141
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$145
This rare model is a superb kit from all new molds. Features excellent detail inside and out, all fine recessed panel lines, photoetched details, excellent cockpit & gear wells and much more. Includes full color paint guide and decals sheets for different aircraft. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Model Airways Nieuport 28 1917, 1/16, 1002
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$129
Excellent model from 2000 that builds the skeletal inner structure of a Nieuport 28. Features over 190 laser cut hardwood (basswood, birch and plywood) parts, over 200 Britannia metal, copper, aluminum, steel, brass and rubber parts and over 50 Britannia metal castings for the Gnome-Rhone Type 9N rotary engine complete with all cylinders, distributor, spark plugs and crankcase. Details other than the engine (which is a kit to itself) include turnbuckles, guy wires, compression bar, pulleys, wire support brackets, struts, flight instruments, tires and much more. Includes three sheets of full size plans and very detailed instructions. Completed wingspan is 20 inches. Never started. All of the small parts and many of the large parts are still in the factory sealed bags. The few larger parts are not sealed and have been inventoried complete. Includes all plans and instructions.
Hawk T-6 Texan Air Force Trainer, 1/72, 610-60
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$22
1964 softbox issue with Tom Morgan artwork. This is an excellent model for that time with recessed surface detail and superb fit and finish. Never started and inventoried 100% complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Fujimi Junkers Stuka Ju-87 G-2 Kanonenvogel - SG.2 'Immelmann' or SG.2 Commander Rudel's Aircraft, 1/72, F-31
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$22
This model dates from when Fujimi made the finest models in the world. Features all fine recessed panel lines, detailed cockpit, correct armament and decals for the two aircraft listed. Excellent detail throughout. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Airfix Cessna O-2 Skymaster, 1/72, 10070
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$29
US Airfix issue dated 1979. Features rotating propellers, optional under-wing stores and USAF 'Guiding Sword' markings. Never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Revell PT-109 John F. Kennedy - (PT Boat), 1/72, 85-0310
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$42
2011 issue from original 1960s molds. This all-time favorite model is a large 1/72 scale replica of Lt.(jg) John F. Kennedy's historical ship. Well detailed for that time and measures just over 13 inches long when assembled. Features 4 torpedo tubes, 2 twin .50 caliber machine guns, 20mm cannon, life raft, 4 crew figures, full rudder & propeller detail, display stand and more. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Frog McDonnell RF-101C Voodoo - (From Hasegawa Molds), 1/72, F282
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$22
Rare issue from when Hasegawa and Frog agreed to market each other's kit in their respective countries. Hasegawa's models were marketed as 'Hasegawa Frog' but oddly Frog did not even mention Hasegawa on their issues. This kit has not been started. The plastic parts are inventoried complete and includes the instructions. NOTE: missing the original decals. The decals included are from the Hasegawa USA release and the sheet is about 4/5 complete.
Hobby Boss German 80cm K(E) Railway Gun Dora, 1/72, 82911
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$179
NOTE: in the USA only, this kitcould ship UPS at substantially less than USPS. Incredibly detailed kit from all-new molds. Features 1,767 pieces, many PE parts on three brass frets, some metal parts and a large, extensive decal sheet. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Revell A4D Skyhawk (A-4) - 'S' Issue, 1/51, H232-89
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$159
1956 original issue 'S' kit. It is easy to see why the Revell kits of the 1950s are considered the apex of box artwork. Molded in correct gloss gray, with the famous clear, round Revell 'Globe' stand. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. Instructions and decals are 'excellent' and flat with slight age yellowing as the only significant flaw. The box has factory-new color and gloss, four solid corners (and no repairs), no tape marks (other than the factory sealing tape), no tags, tag pulls or marks, and no tears. Flaws include very light and isolated edge and corner wear as shown and more edge wear on the bottom of the two short side panels. The box is certainly not perfect but in a highly displayable condition.