Revell Convair Atlas - America's First Intercontinental Ballistic Missile - 'S' Issue, 1/110, H1822-198
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$580
Dated 1960. Very rare ICBM and the first and only issue of this incredibly well detailed Revell 'S' kit. The molds were altered to make the Mercury Atlas kit, so reissues are impossible. The box grades 'Excellent' with wonderful color and gloss, four solid corners, no price tags or tag marks, no tape and no tape marks (other than the factory sealing tape, of course). The box has general wear as shown. The kit features elevating missile support arms and hinged break-away supports, complete launching base, ramp and pad, missile truck and trailer that elevates 90 degrees to load missile and crew. Molded in correct white, gray and yellow. Inside, it has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present. The decals are 100% intact, flat and in 'excellent' condition with typical light yellowing; the instructions are in 'very good' condition. Shipping insurance is required for this kit. From my friend Stephen Payne, Major, USAF (Ret): The launch pad in both kits used Launch Complex - 14 (also known as Space Launch Complex-14 or "Slic-14") as their example. LC-14 was part of what was known as ICBM Row at Cape Canaveral and originally used to test the Atlas ICBM prior to being converted for the Mercury Space Program (starting with John Glenn's orbital mission). The yellow & white trailers seen here were the gaseous nitrogen tube bank trailers. The nitrogen trailer in both Atlas kits came from the accessories associated with the Revell Thor kit. Having spent 5 years working at the Cape, I passed this site numerous times. Unfortunately, time & the elements have resulted in the removal of all remnants of SLC-14. Only the memorial (with the associated time capsule) remains.
Tamiya Ferrari F60, 1/20, 20059
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc+
$65
Still factory sealed. Very highly detailed with 182 pieces and PE details.
Ideal Aeroplane & Supply BB-55 USS North Carolina BB-55 Battleship 1941 - 18 Inch Long Wooden Ship Model
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$129
Very rare kit from 1941 that measures 18 inches long when assembled. It depicts the ship basically as she was launched. Includes completely pre-molded and shaped pressed-wood hull in solid, "near mint" condition, two sheets of cleanly done printwood, two sheets of quality cardstock ("Due to war emergency and government restrictions" according to a special paper insert) and wood stock in many shapes and sizes. Includes excellent full size plans and instructions. The plans show numerous detail views of the ships details and superstructure. Never started and complete.
DML SEAL Team Members Viet Nam, 1/35, 3302
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$14
Very highly detailed figure kit with 87 pieces. Includes the four positionable figures shown and numerous accessories. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes instructions (which are on the back of the box).
Hasegawa Republic P-47D Razorback With True Details Resin Cockpit Set - Turtle No.9 509th Fighter Squadron, 1/72, 1161
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$20
Includes a factory-sealed True Details #72457 P-47D Thunderbolt Cockpit Detail Set in high definition resin. The actual kit is very well molded and features all fine recessed panel lines, some gear well detail, good engine, rotating propeller, pilot figure, drop tank, bombs and more. Includes colorful markings for the box art aircraft. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Revell Hindenburg LZ129 Zeppelin, 1/720, 04802
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
$55
Still factory sealed. This is the 1995 issue that is known for it's superb mold quality and excellent accuracy.
Pegasus Hobbies V-2 Rocket - With Launch Pad, 1/48, 8416
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
$18
Features all fine recessed surface detail, complete rocket, launcher and your choice of scale or custom decals. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
AMT Double Header Two 27 Trailmobile Foot Exterior Post Doubles Vans - Semi Truck Trailers, 1/25, AMT1132-06
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
$35
Still factory sealed. This modern reissue is from the excellent original molds and features more than 230 parts and measures more than 2.5 feet in length when built. Features two vans with authentic converter dolly with fifth wheel coupler for 'train' configuration, detailed suspension, TODCO overhead operating sliding doors, adjustable landing gear, hollow rubber tires and CF decals for your trailers AND a semi tractor so you can have a completely 'CF- Consolidated Freight' consist.
Revell Mercury and Gemini Capsules, 1/48, H1834-100
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$129
Rare first issue hardbox dated 1964; not the 1990s reissue. This classic manned space program kit is in large 1/48 scale and both capsules are well detailed inside and out. Includes two display stands. This issue contains the special booklet titled - 'Interesting Facts About Mercury and Gemini'. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present.
Heller Caudron 714 - (C-714), 1/72, L096
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$22
Early issue from 1966 with fantastic wrap-around box art, yellow log and 'L' kit number prefix. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. The C-714 descended from the race planes of the 'Coupe Deutsch del la Meurthe' and became one of the few 'light fighters' to reach series production for WWII. They saw service in WWII in Finland and were flown by Polish pilots of the G.CI 145. Twelve victories and two probables were recorded during it's brief service life.
Cleveland 1930 Laird Solution With CD Gold Paint Dust - Balsa Flying Model Airplane Kit, 1/16, SF-46
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$95
Very rare 1934 'Silver Box' issue. This is a Cleveland 'SF' or 'Scale Flying' model in the agreed museum scale of 1/16. This is the earlier simple cardboard box with the silver printing. All Cleveland kits were exceptionally complete and this one is more so than average exception. Features a sealed envelope of 'Laird Gold' to 'mix with 1 oz of clear D-D-Enamel-Dope', rigging threat, adhesive backed instrument panel, fully formed wooden wheels, propeller hub and thrust button, scale propeller blank or black fibre version, quality printwood, factory-cut stringers and spars, covering material, clear windshield celluloid, other wood and metal stock as required and more. Includes the famous CD high-quality plans. Even includes the original factory packing tissue. The model has not been started. Inventoried complete with all parts and paperwork. The Cleveland Model and Supply Company played a pivotal role in the development of true scale models. In 1909 Bleriot's English Channel flight caused a surge in aviation and model aircraft around the globe. Several companies were ideally positioned to take advantage of the aviation craze. In the USA, Wading River Manufacturing Co. (1909), White Aeroplane (1911), Ideal Model Aeroplane (1911), Broadfield Model Aeroplanes (1919) were among these pioneers, offering everything from plans and parts to complete kits and ARF models. Lindbergh's 1927 crossing of the Atlantic Ocean caused an even bigger world-wide phenomenon called "The Aviation Craze" that extended up to the start of World War II. Many companies such as Megow, Guillow's and others started right around the time of Lindbergh's flight. Some of these models flew and flew well, but they all had one thing in common - were generally not accurate scale representations. In 1929, a youngster named Ed Packard had a very advanced dream- to produce incredibly accurate, true scale models that flew perfectly. This radical idea established the world's longest running single-owner (77 years) model airplane business- Cleveland Model and Supply Company. To this day, Cleveland models are treasured as the most accurate flying scale models produced. The fact that Mr. Packard started and successfully grew this business during The Great Depression is a testament to his ideals and business skill. I highly suggest the excellent book called 'Aviation's great Recruiter- Cleveland's Ed Packard' by H.L. (Herm) Schreiner. It is an excellent history of the man, his company and the times of the Golden Age of Model Aviation.
Fujimi IJN Submarines I-15 and I-46, 1/700, 74
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$18
These are very highly detailed and well molded waterline models. Contains both Japanese submarines and a seaplane for I-15 & two mini-subs for the I-46. Never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes instructions.
Strombecker Walt Disney's RM-1 Rocket ship- From The Motion Picture Man In Space, D34-100
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$225
Very Rare. From the Strombecker science fiction series released with Disney's famous landmark 'Man in Space' movie series. This is an accurate scale kit of the RM-1 Moon Rocket from the motion picture. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Decals have a slight curl but otherwise are in amazing 'near mint' condition. The instructions are 'near mint' as well. The box is graded 'excellent' with like-new color and gloss, four solid corners, no repairs, no price tags, no stains & no fading. It displays better than 'excellent' but is rated as such because there is a light crease at the top center and clear tape residue on the long sides. This kit will only be shipped insured and double-boxed.
Heller AMD Mirage IVA Bomber - No. 48 Sq / No. 29 Sq / No. 4 Sq - (Mirage IV A), 1/72, 80490
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$42
Very nicely molded kit of this French Strategic Bomber. Features very fine raised panel detail, recessed control surface lines, good cockpit detail, good intakes and afterburners, two drop tanks, nuclear bomb and more. Includes four-view paint guides & decals for three different aircraft. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
AMT Fruehauf Tanker Semi Trailer Shell - 9000 Gallon Aluminum Tanker, 1/25, AMT918-06
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
$38
Still factory sealed. Features over 160 parts and measures over 19 inches long when built. Fits any AMT tractor model. Very nicely detailed with two position supports, detailed suspension, spare tire, rim and tire carrier, pipe and valve detail and more.
Revell Dale Earnhardt GM Goodwrench Service Silver Anniversary Monte Carlo - Stock Car / NASCAR, 1/24, 85-2173
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$20
Still factory sealed and dated 2003. Features 96 pieces, detailed engine and compartment, detailed underside, full race interior with roll cage and more.
Showcase Models Australia Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicle, 1/35, 35001
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$185
Rare and still factory sealed. The kit is superbly detailed inside and out and includes a brass PE fret of details. However, there is no engine. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. The Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicle or Infantry Mobility Vehicle is an Australian-built wheeled armoured vehicle. It was originally designed by Irish company Timoney Technology Ltd under a license agreement with Perry Engineering in Adelaide; that license was sold, with permission granted by Timoney as required by the license terms, to Thales Australia. Once the Bushmaster was selected by the Australian Army after trials in 1998 to meet the Bushranger project requirements, the range of variants was developed further by Thales Australia in Bendigo. Oshkosh Truck has a contract to provide support and would manufacture in the US if there was an American order. The Bushmaster is currently in service with the Australian Army, Royal Australian Air Force, Royal Netherlands Army and British Army. There are at least six major variants of this vehicle and it has seen quite a bit of use in Afghanistan.
Aurora Dr. Jekyll As Mr. Hyde - Orginal Issue, 1/8, 460-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$275
Rare first issue hardbox dated 1964 is 100% correct and complete. Not a modern reissue. This famous Aurora Monster kit shows Dr. Jekyll trying to reverse the overwhelming effect of Mr. Hyde. Features large-scale figure with lab coat and flask, laboratory base, lab table and stool, test tubes and base, beaker with spilled liquid, chemical decanter, flask with tube and stand, bunson burner, spider web, rat and name plate. Molded in the correct ivory plastic. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions in 'excellent' condition. The box has excellent color and gloss, four solid corners, no repairs, no fading stains or price tags, no tape or tape marks and no tears or missing litho but is only graded 'good+' because the long sides are bowed out as shown, there is a crease at the lower right and there is light general wear. Please note that this kit must be shipped insured.
Renwal Atomic Cannon - M65 280mm with M249 and M250 50 Ton Heavy Gun Lifting Trucks / Transporters, 1/32, 553
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
$345
Very rare original issue and extremely hard-to-find in factory sealed condition. This is the late 1950s issue and not the common modern reissue. The box top says 'Fully Operating Model Does Everything But Fire' and it is true. The model consists of over 300 parts and has many action features typical of Renwal models. The wheels roll, tractors can be hooked to the cannon which can be stowed in the 'travel' position. The gun can move into the 'fire' position off the tractors and can be realistically trained.
Jo-Han 1960 Desoto Adventurer Hardtop, 1/25, C4460
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
$139
Still factory sealed and very rare in this condition. The long, low lines and graceful fins stretching from the "A" pillar to the taillights made for a beautiful Desoto. Sales in 1960 lagged, however. It was not that the car was bad - the cars were reliable and stunning performers. Desoto was more the victim of corporate political infighting than anything else. The 1960s were the last full line, with a brief introduction of two Desoto Automobiles in 1961. Since Desoto cars were still in demand, some dealerships even sued the Chrysler Corporation for discontinuing the line. This model is very well molded and detailed. It features full engine & detailed compartment, opening hood, complete interior, spotlight, gearshift/turn signal/tach assembly, seat belts, side view mirrors and more. Molded in colored plastic (the color varies kit to kit), clear, red-tinted clear, chrome plate parts and rubber tires.